City Cast Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ en City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/548acad0-133d-11ed-8fed-0728e6be85b1/image/c5aee8b33645aa1f90bbc15e6d136154.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress City Cast Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ no episodic The daily local podcast that helps you feel more connected to Philly. City Cast City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm. City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm.

]]> City Cast siteadmin@citycast.fm Garrity's Trump Ties & Shapiro Ambitions Heat Up Governor's Race In just about six months, voters go to the polls in our politically divided state to vote for either incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro or the state treasurer, Republican Stacy Garrity. Neither of them have opponents in the party primary elections, which are next month, so this face-off is in November – but the campaigning and fundraising are well underway. Stephen Caruso, capital reporter for Spotlight PA, is here to talk about what issues separate Shapiro and Garrity and where they’ve been getting their money. Read more of Stephen’s reporting on the governor’s race here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: City Fitness Women Against Abuse Free Library of Philadelphia  Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In just about six months, voters go to the polls in our politically divided state to vote for either incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro or the state treasurer, Republican Stacy Garrity. Neither of them have opponents in the party primary elections, which are next month, so this face-off is in November – but the campaigning and fundraising are well underway. Stephen Caruso, capital reporter for Spotlight PA, is here to talk about what issues separate Shapiro and Garrity and where they’ve been getting their money. Read more of Stephen’s reporting on the governor’s race here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: City Fitness Women Against Abuse Free Library of Philadelphia  In just about six months, voters go to the polls in our politically divided state to vote for either incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro or the state treasurer, Republican Stacy Garrity. Neither of them have opponents in the party primary elections, which are next month, so this face-off is in November – but the campaigning and fundraising are well underway. Stephen Caruso, capital reporter for Spotlight PA, is here to talk about what issues separate Shapiro and Garrity and where they’ve been getting their money.

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]]> 2117 What's Actually Free at the Free Library of Philadelphia? {Sponsored} As Philadelphians feel the squeeze of rising costs, the Free Library of  Philadelphia is offering something that's always been free, and it's a lot more than books. In this sponsored bonus episode, Trenae talks with Kelly Richards, President and Director of the Free Library of Philadelphia, about how the library serves as the city's "people's university." From computers and job certification prep to professional headshots, language learning, and even borrowing musical instruments, Kelly walks through the resources available at no cost to every Philadelphian.  They also get into rare historical collections, a live beehive, expanded branch hours, and what's coming up this summer, including Philly 250, Summer Quest, and a Franklin Institute partnership on the science of soccer. Thank you for listening to this special bonus Sponsored Episode by The Free Library of Philadelphia. To learn about this episode sponsor visit freelibrary.org Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:30:00 -0000 full City Cast As Philadelphians feel the squeeze of rising costs, the Free Library of  Philadelphia is offering something that's always been free, and it's a lot more than books. In this sponsored bonus episode, Trenae talks with Kelly Richards, President and Director of the Free Library of Philadelphia, about how the library serves as the city's "people's university." From computers and job certification prep to professional headshots, language learning, and even borrowing musical instruments, Kelly walks through the resources available at no cost to every Philadelphian.  They also get into rare historical collections, a live beehive, expanded branch hours, and what's coming up this summer, including Philly 250, Summer Quest, and a Franklin Institute partnership on the science of soccer. Thank you for listening to this special bonus Sponsored Episode by The Free Library of Philadelphia. To learn about this episode sponsor visit freelibrary.org As Philadelphians feel the squeeze of rising costs, the Free Library of  Philadelphia is offering something that's always been free, and it's a lot more than books.

In this sponsored bonus episode, Trenae talks with Kelly Richards, President and Director of the Free Library of Philadelphia, about how the library serves as the city's "people's university." From computers and job certification prep to professional headshots, language learning, and even borrowing musical instruments, Kelly walks through the resources available at no cost to every Philadelphian. 

They also get into rare historical collections, a live beehive, expanded branch hours, and what's coming up this summer, including Philly 250, Summer Quest, and a Franklin Institute partnership on the science of soccer.

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]]> 1165 Caretakers of Philly's Vacant Lots Unionize to Fight Development Philadelphians are spending their own time and resources to maintain vacant and neglected land in their neighborhoods. These vacant lots can become community gathering spaces, such as gardens and playgrounds, thanks to the stewardship of these neighbors. Then the owners of the lots can take them back when they want to build. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ryan Gittler-Muñiz, land security organizer for Iglesias Garden and organizer of the Philadelphia Land Stewards Union, about the new union and how it's pushing for people who live around vacant land to have a say in what happens to it.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: City Fitness Women Against Abuse Free Library of Philadelphia Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphians are spending their own time and resources to maintain vacant and neglected land in their neighborhoods. These vacant lots can become community gathering spaces, such as gardens and playgrounds, thanks to the stewardship of these neighbors. Then the owners of the lots can take them back when they want to build. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ryan Gittler-Muñiz, land security organizer for Iglesias Garden and organizer of the Philadelphia Land Stewards Union, about the new union and how it's pushing for people who live around vacant land to have a say in what happens to it.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: City Fitness Women Against Abuse Free Library of Philadelphia Philadelphians are spending their own time and resources to maintain vacant and neglected land in their neighborhoods. These vacant lots can become community gathering spaces, such as gardens and playgrounds, thanks to the stewardship of these neighbors. Then the owners of the lots can take them back when they want to build. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ryan Gittler-Muñiz, land security organizer for Iglesias Garden and organizer of the Philadelphia Land Stewards Union, about the new union and how it's pushing for people who live around vacant land to have a say in what happens to it. 

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]]> 1776 Inside Pennsylvania's Prison Where Women Age Decades Faster Inside Pennsylvania’s largest women's state prison, those serving life or long-term sentences battle chronic illnesses like diabetes, arthritis, and cancer, from as young as 35 years old. By 50, their health has declined even further. "Dying On the Inside" is a new five-part podcast series that digs deep into what medical care, justice, and health disparities really look like for women behind bars. Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producers on the project, Cherri Gregg and Yvonne Latty, about this often forgotten population here in Pennsylvania: women serving life or long-term sentences. Cherri and Yvonne are hosting a live launch event at WHYY on April 22, from 6–8 pm, featuring a listening experience and panel discussion with justice-impacted voices, advocates, and policymakers.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: City Fitness Women Against Abuse Free Library of Philadelphia Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Inside Pennsylvania’s largest women's state prison, those serving life or long-term sentences battle chronic illnesses like diabetes, arthritis, and cancer, from as young as 35 years old. By 50, their health has declined even further. "Dying On the Inside" is a new five-part podcast series that digs deep into what medical care, justice, and health disparities really look like for women behind bars. Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producers on the project, Cherri Gregg and Yvonne Latty, about this often forgotten population here in Pennsylvania: women serving life or long-term sentences. Cherri and Yvonne are hosting a live launch event at WHYY on April 22, from 6–8 pm, featuring a listening experience and panel discussion with justice-impacted voices, advocates, and policymakers.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: City Fitness Women Against Abuse Free Library of Philadelphia Inside Pennsylvania’s largest women's state prison, those serving life or long-term sentences battle chronic illnesses like diabetes, arthritis, and cancer, from as young as 35 years old. By 50, their health has declined even further. "Dying On the Inside" is a new five-part podcast series that digs deep into what medical care, justice, and health disparities really look like for women behind bars. Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producers on the project, Cherri Gregg and Yvonne Latty, about this often forgotten population here in Pennsylvania: women serving life or long-term sentences.

Cherri and Yvonne are hosting a live launch event at WHYY on April 22, from 6–8 pm, featuring a listening experience and panel discussion with justice-impacted voices, advocates, and policymakers. 

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]]> 2401 Your City Could Be Better': Why Seattle Gives Every Voter $100 — Presented By City Cast Philly Could public financing get Philly more involved in local elections? For the last decade, the City of Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Seattle podcast host Jane C. Hu about how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing? Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Could public financing get Philly more involved in local elections? For the last decade, the City of Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Seattle podcast host Jane C. Hu about how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing? Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Could public financing get Philly more involved in local elections? For the last decade, the City of Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Seattle podcast host Jane C. Hu about how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing?

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]]> 1955 Philly Police’s $1B Pitch, Tenants’ Rights Showdown & Wild World Cup Prices It’s the Friday news roundup! Today, we bring you the latest in the battle between landlords and renters’ rights advocates over a package of bills that aim to protect tenants. We’ll break down the budget Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel has requested. And: could a beloved Philly sports tradition be under threat this summer? Plus, members get an extra segment with our hot takes on upcoming changes to Philly Pride. All of this and more with host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz. An earlier version of this episode said the Philadelphia Police Department asked for an increase of $1 billion in its budget for the 2027 fiscal year. That was inaccurate. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is requesting a total of about $1 billion for the department in the 2027 fiscal year. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly police tout homicide decline, request nearly $1B for next year's budget  Philly police to produce annual report for city officials on drone use Philadelphia police expand drone use, but with little oversight from above Some cities are raising transportation fares for FIFA, will SEPTA? Tailgating will be allowed at Lincoln Financial Field during 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, source says Pride festivities relocate to Benjamin Franklin Parkway this June Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Today, we bring you the latest in the battle between landlords and renters’ rights advocates over a package of bills that aim to protect tenants. We’ll break down the budget Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel has requested. And: could a beloved Philly sports tradition be under threat this summer? Plus, members get an extra segment with our hot takes on upcoming changes to Philly Pride. All of this and more with host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz. An earlier version of this episode said the Philadelphia Police Department asked for an increase of $1 billion in its budget for the 2027 fiscal year. That was inaccurate. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is requesting a total of about $1 billion for the department in the 2027 fiscal year. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly police tout homicide decline, request nearly $1B for next year's budget  Philly police to produce annual report for city officials on drone use Philadelphia police expand drone use, but with little oversight from above Some cities are raising transportation fares for FIFA, will SEPTA? Tailgating will be allowed at Lincoln Financial Field during 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, source says Pride festivities relocate to Benjamin Franklin Parkway this June Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting It’s the Friday news roundup! Today, we bring you the latest in the battle between landlords and renters’ rights advocates over a package of bills that aim to protect tenants. We’ll break down the budget Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel has requested. And: could a beloved Philly sports tradition be under threat this summer? Plus, members get an extra segment with our hot takes on upcoming changes to Philly Pride. All of this and more with host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz.

An earlier version of this episode said the Philadelphia Police Department asked for an increase of $1 billion in its budget for the 2027 fiscal year. That was inaccurate. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is requesting a total of about $1 billion for the department in the 2027 fiscal year.

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]]> 1595 Who Owns Philadelphians’ Family History? Mayor Cherelle Parker recently inked a deal with the genealogy research company Ancestry.com, allowing the website to add Philadelphia’s public records to its database. Now, the trove of documents stowed at City Hall and the City Archives will be scanned, digitized, and easily searchable online, but if you want to browse from your home, it'll come with a price. The deal has sparked questions over how data about our ancestors, from marriage licenses to death certificates, can find new life online. Host Trenae Nuri is talking with Chelsea Cox, a content creator for Technical.ly Philly, about how this move could change who has access to your family history. Read more of Chelsea's full story here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Mayor Cherelle Parker recently inked a deal with the genealogy research company Ancestry.com, allowing the website to add Philadelphia’s public records to its database. Now, the trove of documents stowed at City Hall and the City Archives will be scanned, digitized, and easily searchable online, but if you want to browse from your home, it'll come with a price. The deal has sparked questions over how data about our ancestors, from marriage licenses to death certificates, can find new life online. Host Trenae Nuri is talking with Chelsea Cox, a content creator for Technical.ly Philly, about how this move could change who has access to your family history. Read more of Chelsea's full story here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Mayor Cherelle Parker recently inked a deal with the genealogy research company Ancestry.com, allowing the website to add Philadelphia’s public records to its database. Now, the trove of documents stowed at City Hall and the City Archives will be scanned, digitized, and easily searchable online, but if you want to browse from your home, it'll come with a price. The deal has sparked questions over how data about our ancestors, from marriage licenses to death certificates, can find new life online.

Host Trenae Nuri is talking with Chelsea Cox, a content creator for Technical.ly Philly, about how this move could change who has access to your family history.

Read more of Chelsea's full story here. 

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]]> 1722 ICE Bill Advances Despite Potentially "Legally Problematic" Language We’ve been following the progress of a bill that aims to limit how Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers can operate in Philadelphia. If passed, the bill would prohibit ICE from wearing masks and using unmarked vehicles, forbid them from using public spaces to stage operations, and limit how Philadelphia police can aid ICE. The bill has passed out of a committee meeting and will face a final vote in City Council as soon as tomorrow. And Mayor Cherelle Parker has put an end to months of speculation over her support for the bill, saying she will allow it to pass if it comes across her desk – despite lingering concerns from her administration that some language in the bill could pose legal issues. Council members Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau, who introduced the legislation, told us that they aim to make Philadelphia as safe and welcoming as possible. As council members get ready to vote on the bill, we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s conversation with Landau and Brooks.  This episode originally aired on Feb. 4, 2026.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We’ve been following the progress of a bill that aims to limit how Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers can operate in Philadelphia. If passed, the bill would prohibit ICE from wearing masks and using unmarked vehicles, forbid them from using public spaces to stage operations, and limit how Philadelphia police can aid ICE. The bill has passed out of a committee meeting and will face a final vote in City Council as soon as tomorrow. And Mayor Cherelle Parker has put an end to months of speculation over her support for the bill, saying she will allow it to pass if it comes across her desk – despite lingering concerns from her administration that some language in the bill could pose legal issues. Council members Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau, who introduced the legislation, told us that they aim to make Philadelphia as safe and welcoming as possible. As council members get ready to vote on the bill, we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s conversation with Landau and Brooks.  This episode originally aired on Feb. 4, 2026.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting We’ve been following the progress of a bill that aims to limit how Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers can operate in Philadelphia. If passed, the bill would prohibit ICE from wearing masks and using unmarked vehicles, forbid them from using public spaces to stage operations, and limit how Philadelphia police can aid ICE. The bill has passed out of a committee meeting and will face a final vote in City Council as soon as tomorrow. And Mayor Cherelle Parker has put an end to months of speculation over her support for the bill, saying she will allow it to pass if it comes across her desk – despite lingering concerns from her administration that some language in the bill could pose legal issues. Council members Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau, who introduced the legislation, told us that they aim to make Philadelphia as safe and welcoming as possible. As council members get ready to vote on the bill, we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s conversation with Landau and Brooks. 

This episode originally aired on Feb. 4, 2026. 

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]]> 1461 How to See Art Everywhere in Philadelphia Philly is known as the mural capital of the world. But murals are just one form of public art – and our city is teeming with many more. Through his blog Streets Dept, lifelong Philadelphian Conrad Benner has made it his mission to help denizens notice the art all around them – from wheatpaste posters to stickers slapped on the back of PPA signs to graffiti art and more. Now, Conrad is re-launching the Streets Dept podcast, talking with the artists, thinkers, lawmakers, and ordinary people who shape Philly’s culture. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Conrad about how he’s built a following documenting the everyday magic in Philly’s streets. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly is known as the mural capital of the world. But murals are just one form of public art – and our city is teeming with many more. Through his blog Streets Dept, lifelong Philadelphian Conrad Benner has made it his mission to help denizens notice the art all around them – from wheatpaste posters to stickers slapped on the back of PPA signs to graffiti art and more. Now, Conrad is re-launching the Streets Dept podcast, talking with the artists, thinkers, lawmakers, and ordinary people who shape Philly’s culture. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Conrad about how he’s built a following documenting the everyday magic in Philly’s streets. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Philly is known as the mural capital of the world. But murals are just one form of public art – and our city is teeming with many more. Through his blog Streets Dept, lifelong Philadelphian Conrad Benner has made it his mission to help denizens notice the art all around them – from wheatpaste posters to stickers slapped on the back of PPA signs to graffiti art and more. Now, Conrad is re-launching the Streets Dept podcast, talking with the artists, thinkers, lawmakers, and ordinary people who shape Philly’s culture. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Conrad about how he’s built a following documenting the everyday magic in Philly’s streets.

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]]> 1971 Is Philly Really Walkable? Can you walk to the grocery store or commute to work on foot? For many Philadelphians, this isn't possible. But the city keeps receiving high ranks from publications for being pedestrian-friendly, and is often referred to as a walkable city. So host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón discuss what makes a city walkable –  and better yet, what could make our city more accessible by foot.  For a list of walking groups in Philly, check out today's newsletter.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Can you walk to the grocery store or commute to work on foot? For many Philadelphians, this isn't possible. But the city keeps receiving high ranks from publications for being pedestrian-friendly, and is often referred to as a walkable city. So host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón discuss what makes a city walkable –  and better yet, what could make our city more accessible by foot.  For a list of walking groups in Philly, check out today's newsletter.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Women Against Abuse Heiler Painting Can you walk to the grocery store or commute to work on foot? For many Philadelphians, this isn't possible. But the city keeps receiving high ranks from publications for being pedestrian-friendly, and is often referred to as a walkable city. So host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón discuss what makes a city walkable –  and better yet, what could make our city more accessible by foot. 

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]]> 1937 'Your City Could Be Better': Why Portland’s Considering Hiring a Night Mayor  — Presented By City Cast Philly Philadelphians, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder? Mentioned on the show: "Can a Night Mayor Revive Downtown Portland?" (City Cast Portland) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphians, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder? Mentioned on the show: "Can a Night Mayor Revive Downtown Portland?" (City Cast Portland) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Philadelphians, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder?

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]]> 1551 Deadly Garage Collapse, Fight over President’s House & Guest Parking Passes Go Digital It’s the Friday news roundup! First, we have the latest on a deadly parking garage collapse in Grays Ferry. We’ll talk about the most recent developments in the fight over recognizing the history of enslaved people at the President’s House. And, how to prepare for new guest parking rules in Philadelphia. Plus, neighbors get a special bonus segment this week! Listen to our episode with Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler here. This episode was updated on April 10 after initial publication with more information regarding the Grays Ferry garage collapse and the two missing workers, who are now presumed dead. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Search for missing workers on hold after deadly collapse at Grays Ferry parking garage The Trump administration wants to sanitize George Washington’s role in slavery at President’s House Trump Targets Philly Slavery Memorial for Removal The PPA’s temporary parking pass system has gone digital. Here’s what to know. 'For what? For greed?': Philly bar owners debate wisdom of staying open until 4 a.m. this summer Philly's 'Night Mayor' On Partying — And Sleeping — Better Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler  Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:36:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! First, we have the latest on a deadly parking garage collapse in Grays Ferry. We’ll talk about the most recent developments in the fight over recognizing the history of enslaved people at the President’s House. And, how to prepare for new guest parking rules in Philadelphia. Plus, neighbors get a special bonus segment this week! Listen to our episode with Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler here. This episode was updated on April 10 after initial publication with more information regarding the Grays Ferry garage collapse and the two missing workers, who are now presumed dead. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Search for missing workers on hold after deadly collapse at Grays Ferry parking garage The Trump administration wants to sanitize George Washington’s role in slavery at President’s House Trump Targets Philly Slavery Memorial for Removal The PPA’s temporary parking pass system has gone digital. Here’s what to know. 'For what? For greed?': Philly bar owners debate wisdom of staying open until 4 a.m. this summer Philly's 'Night Mayor' On Partying — And Sleeping — Better Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler  It’s the Friday news roundup! First, we have the latest on a deadly parking garage collapse in Grays Ferry. We’ll talk about the most recent developments in the fight over recognizing the history of enslaved people at the President’s House. And, how to prepare for new guest parking rules in Philadelphia. Plus, neighbors get a special bonus segment this week!

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]]> 1352 What Could the Future of Baltimore Avenue Look Like? Baltimore Avenue has beloved coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and bookstores, like Little Bean, a new addition to the corridor. But things are changing; some shops lie vacant, and adored, long-time businesses are closing. So we're listening back to a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and freelance writer (and events newsletter writer) Jen Kinney, who points out that storefronts are staying empty longer and vape shops are replacing neighborhood favorites. They discuss the different feeling along the corridor and where else this is happening in Philly.  This episode originally aired on Nov. 17, 2025.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Baltimore Avenue has beloved coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and bookstores, like Little Bean, a new addition to the corridor. But things are changing; some shops lie vacant, and adored, long-time businesses are closing. So we're listening back to a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and freelance writer (and events newsletter writer) Jen Kinney, who points out that storefronts are staying empty longer and vape shops are replacing neighborhood favorites. They discuss the different feeling along the corridor and where else this is happening in Philly.  This episode originally aired on Nov. 17, 2025.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Baltimore Avenue has beloved coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and bookstores, like Little Bean, a new addition to the corridor. But things are changing; some shops lie vacant, and adored, long-time businesses are closing. So we're listening back to a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and freelance writer (and events newsletter writer) Jen Kinney, who points out that storefronts are staying empty longer and vape shops are replacing neighborhood favorites. They discuss the different feeling along the corridor and where else this is happening in Philly. 

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]]> 1501 Could Pennsylvania Finally Raise Its Minimum Wage? The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed a slew of bills that would reshape some aspects of life in the state. Lawmakers voted to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage – currently stagnating at $7.25 an hour – to $15 an hour over the next few years. They advanced a bill that would require controversial data centers to submit to additional oversight from the state. They approved legislation that would codify marriage equality at a time when federal protections feel shaky. If passed, these laws could have big impacts for Pennsylvanians. But do they stand a chance in the Republican-controlled State Senate? Today, we’re joining forces with City Cast Pittsburgh to bring you the latest from the Capitol. Host Trenae Nuri and Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talk with Ian Karbal, government reporter for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star, about the changes that could be in store for our state. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Fitler Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed a slew of bills that would reshape some aspects of life in the state. Lawmakers voted to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage – currently stagnating at $7.25 an hour – to $15 an hour over the next few years. They advanced a bill that would require controversial data centers to submit to additional oversight from the state. They approved legislation that would codify marriage equality at a time when federal protections feel shaky. If passed, these laws could have big impacts for Pennsylvanians. But do they stand a chance in the Republican-controlled State Senate? Today, we’re joining forces with City Cast Pittsburgh to bring you the latest from the Capitol. Host Trenae Nuri and Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talk with Ian Karbal, government reporter for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star, about the changes that could be in store for our state. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Fitler The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has passed a slew of bills that would reshape some aspects of life in the state. Lawmakers voted to raise Pennsylvania’s minimum wage – currently stagnating at $7.25 an hour – to $15 an hour over the next few years. They advanced a bill that would require controversial data centers to submit to additional oversight from the state. They approved legislation that would codify marriage equality at a time when federal protections feel shaky. If passed, these laws could have big impacts for Pennsylvanians. But do they stand a chance in the Republican-controlled State Senate? Today, we’re joining forces with City Cast Pittsburgh to bring you the latest from the Capitol. Host Trenae Nuri and Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talk with Ian Karbal, government reporter for the Pennsylvania Capital-Star, about the changes that could be in store for our state.

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]]> 1914 You Should Join a Club This Week. Here's How. Philadelphia boasts dozens of clubs, civic organizations, and communities that can help denizens get connected and stay engaged. But finding those groups, especially as a busy adult, can be a real challenge. That’s why Brian Adoff started Join Philly, an organization that helps people join groups that matter to them – everything from volunteering at the Free Library to connecting with fellow succulent lovers at Cactus Club. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Brian to talk about the second annual activities fair, a free event where Philadelphians can meet representatives from more than 40 clubs and sign up for something new. Think of it like club day at school – but for grown-ups! City Cast Philly is proud to be the official host and media partner of the Philadelphia Activities Fair. Join us this Sunday, April 12, from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Philadelphia Ethical Society. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphia boasts dozens of clubs, civic organizations, and communities that can help denizens get connected and stay engaged. But finding those groups, especially as a busy adult, can be a real challenge. That’s why Brian Adoff started Join Philly, an organization that helps people join groups that matter to them – everything from volunteering at the Free Library to connecting with fellow succulent lovers at Cactus Club. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Brian to talk about the second annual activities fair, a free event where Philadelphians can meet representatives from more than 40 clubs and sign up for something new. Think of it like club day at school – but for grown-ups! City Cast Philly is proud to be the official host and media partner of the Philadelphia Activities Fair. Join us this Sunday, April 12, from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Philadelphia Ethical Society. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Philadelphia boasts dozens of clubs, civic organizations, and communities that can help denizens get connected and stay engaged. But finding those groups, especially as a busy adult, can be a real challenge. That’s why Brian Adoff started Join Philly, an organization that helps people join groups that matter to them – everything from volunteering at the Free Library to connecting with fellow succulent lovers at Cactus Club. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Brian to talk about the second annual activities fair, a free event where Philadelphians can meet representatives from more than 40 clubs and sign up for something new. Think of it like club day at school – but for grown-ups!

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]]> 1648 Philly’s Thrifting Secrets As the weather warms up, it’s time to ditch winter clothes for shorts and skirts. But how can you build the perfect summer wardrobe without breaking the bank, and find places to donate things you no longer need? Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón have you covered. We’ll let you in on all our favorite thrift stores in Philly, from warehouse-sized outlets to hidden gems; pay-by-the-pound bargains to discerning vintage finds. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the weather warms up, it’s time to ditch winter clothes for shorts and skirts. But how can you build the perfect summer wardrobe without breaking the bank, and find places to donate things you no longer need? Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón have you covered. We’ll let you in on all our favorite thrift stores in Philly, from warehouse-sized outlets to hidden gems; pay-by-the-pound bargains to discerning vintage finds. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler As the weather warms up, it’s time to ditch winter clothes for shorts and skirts. But how can you build the perfect summer wardrobe without breaking the bank, and find places to donate things you no longer need? Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón have you covered. We’ll let you in on all our favorite thrift stores in Philly, from warehouse-sized outlets to hidden gems; pay-by-the-pound bargains to discerning vintage finds.

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]]> 2311 Your City Could Be Better': Denver’s Bet on a Women’s Soccer Stadium — Presented By City Cast Philly While Philly will be getting a WNBA team in 2030 and Denver will not, Denver is the second city in the U.S. to build a stadium specifically for women’s soccer. Will betting on women’s sports drive Denver’s economy or will Denverites be left paying the price for another stadium? City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Denver podcast host Bree Davies about why Denver has invested so much into having sports downtown, how Denver has capitalized on repurposing old industrial spaces, and how bad traffic gets when all your sports are downtown. Plus, is it better to have a Mayor with or without aims for a greater political office? Mentioned on the show: The $tadium Game: Inside the lucrative world of Colorado’s pro sports stadiums [⁠The Denver Pos⁠t] Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? ⁠Email David now! ⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@yourcitycouldbebetter⁠ Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? ⁠Check out our options⁠. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast While Philly will be getting a WNBA team in 2030 and Denver will not, Denver is the second city in the U.S. to build a stadium specifically for women’s soccer. Will betting on women’s sports drive Denver’s economy or will Denverites be left paying the price for another stadium? City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Denver podcast host Bree Davies about why Denver has invested so much into having sports downtown, how Denver has capitalized on repurposing old industrial spaces, and how bad traffic gets when all your sports are downtown. Plus, is it better to have a Mayor with or without aims for a greater political office? Mentioned on the show: The $tadium Game: Inside the lucrative world of Colorado’s pro sports stadiums [⁠The Denver Pos⁠t] Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? ⁠Email David now! ⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@yourcitycouldbebetter⁠ Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? ⁠Check out our options⁠. While Philly will be getting a WNBA team in 2030 and Denver will not, Denver is the second city in the U.S. to build a stadium specifically for women’s soccer. Will betting on women’s sports drive Denver’s economy or will Denverites be left paying the price for another stadium? City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Denver podcast host Bree Davies about why Denver has invested so much into having sports downtown, how Denver has capitalized on repurposing old industrial spaces, and how bad traffic gets when all your sports are downtown. Plus, is it better to have a Mayor with or without aims for a greater political office?

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]]> 1656 yes PECO Price Hikes, Neighborhood Upgrades & Sports Team Folds It’s the Friday news roundup! PECO says it wants to raise prices again – here’s how it could affect your bill, and where the money would go. Northeast Philly just saw its second small plane crash in as many years – here’s what happened. What’s behind the semiquincentennial-branded benches and planters popping up around the city. And, pour one out for Philly’s lacrosse team, the Wings, who announced that this season will be their last. See host Trenae Nuri speak at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 4 during the 2026 WHYY News Civic News Summit.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘It's an atrocity': PECO workers file unfair labor practice claims, may strike PECO proposes rate hike of 12.5% to take effect next year Bill No. 26016100 New Art at PHL Philadelphia Wings announce they're ceasing operations  Shibe Vintage Sports About the Philadelphia Wings These Are the 2026 James Beard Finalists for Philadelphia One Book One Philadelphia Kickoff Event: A Conversation between Celeste Ng and Trenae Nuri Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! PECO says it wants to raise prices again – here’s how it could affect your bill, and where the money would go. Northeast Philly just saw its second small plane crash in as many years – here’s what happened. What’s behind the semiquincentennial-branded benches and planters popping up around the city. And, pour one out for Philly’s lacrosse team, the Wings, who announced that this season will be their last. See host Trenae Nuri speak at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 4 during the 2026 WHYY News Civic News Summit.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘It's an atrocity': PECO workers file unfair labor practice claims, may strike PECO proposes rate hike of 12.5% to take effect next year Bill No. 26016100 New Art at PHL Philadelphia Wings announce they're ceasing operations  Shibe Vintage Sports About the Philadelphia Wings These Are the 2026 James Beard Finalists for Philadelphia One Book One Philadelphia Kickoff Event: A Conversation between Celeste Ng and Trenae Nuri Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday news roundup! PECO says it wants to raise prices again – here’s how it could affect your bill, and where the money would go. Northeast Philly just saw its second small plane crash in as many years – here’s what happened. What’s behind the semiquincentennial-branded benches and planters popping up around the city. And, pour one out for Philly’s lacrosse team, the Wings, who announced that this season will be their last.

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]]> 1872 Who Will Philly Voters Send to Congress This Year? This fall, Philadelphia voters will send a new lawmaker to D.C. to represent Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District. For the first time in decades, there’s a tight primary. Three major candidates are dominating this phase of the race: public health expert Dr. Ala Stanford, three-term State Senator Sharif Street, and progressive State Rep. Chris Rabb. Host Trenae Nuri talks with our political correspondent Lauren Vidas about how these candidates pulled ahead of the crowded field, and how voters can learn more about them. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This fall, Philadelphia voters will send a new lawmaker to D.C. to represent Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District. For the first time in decades, there’s a tight primary. Three major candidates are dominating this phase of the race: public health expert Dr. Ala Stanford, three-term State Senator Sharif Street, and progressive State Rep. Chris Rabb. Host Trenae Nuri talks with our political correspondent Lauren Vidas about how these candidates pulled ahead of the crowded field, and how voters can learn more about them. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This fall, Philadelphia voters will send a new lawmaker to D.C. to represent Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District. For the first time in decades, there’s a tight primary. Three major candidates are dominating this phase of the race: public health expert Dr. Ala Stanford, three-term State Senator Sharif Street, and progressive State Rep. Chris Rabb.

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]]> 1196 Your Guide to April 2026 in Philly Spring is now in full bloom, and so is the city. There are so many events, places to eat, and free things to do in Philly this April. Make sure to join us at the Philadelphia Activities Fair with Join Philly on Sunday, April 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Philadelphia Ethical Society. And if you liked Trenae and Siani’s picks for coffee shops in this episode, here are some other coffee shops in the city. If you’re looking to sip on something after work, but want alcohol-free spaces, we have an episode for that.  For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Philly, check out our newsletter. We’re powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show and other perks. Find out more at membership.citycast.fm.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Spring is now in full bloom, and so is the city. There are so many events, places to eat, and free things to do in Philly this April. Make sure to join us at the Philadelphia Activities Fair with Join Philly on Sunday, April 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Philadelphia Ethical Society. And if you liked Trenae and Siani’s picks for coffee shops in this episode, here are some other coffee shops in the city. If you’re looking to sip on something after work, but want alcohol-free spaces, we have an episode for that.  For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Philly, check out our newsletter. We’re powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show and other perks. Find out more at membership.citycast.fm.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Spring is now in full bloom, and so is the city. There are so many events, places to eat, and free things to do in Philly this April. Make sure to join us at the Philadelphia Activities Fair with Join Philly on Sunday, April 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Philadelphia Ethical Society. And if you liked Trenae and Siani’s picks for coffee shops in this episode, here are some other coffee shops in the city. If you’re looking to sip on something after work, but want alcohol-free spaces, we have an episode for that. 

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]]> 1948 School Closures Can Result in Violence. Here’s How to Mitigate the Tension While students and families wait for the School Board to vote on the Facilities Master Plan, a plan that could close 18 public schools and merge others, they have voiced concerns about what this means for students' safety during the transition.  While the timeline for the decision is uncertain, city officials and the school district are thinking about how to mitigate any tension that could come from these big changes. Senior producer Abby Fritz talks with Sammy Caiola, a gun violence solutions reporter for Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what our city officials and the school district are doing, and could be doing better, to prepare for school closures. Read more of Sammy's reporting on safety during this transition here and here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast While students and families wait for the School Board to vote on the Facilities Master Plan, a plan that could close 18 public schools and merge others, they have voiced concerns about what this means for students' safety during the transition.  While the timeline for the decision is uncertain, city officials and the school district are thinking about how to mitigate any tension that could come from these big changes. Senior producer Abby Fritz talks with Sammy Caiola, a gun violence solutions reporter for Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what our city officials and the school district are doing, and could be doing better, to prepare for school closures. Read more of Sammy's reporting on safety during this transition here and here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise While students and families wait for the School Board to vote on the Facilities Master Plan, a plan that could close 18 public schools and merge others, they have voiced concerns about what this means for students' safety during the transition.  While the timeline for the decision is uncertain, city officials and the school district are thinking about how to mitigate any tension that could come from these big changes. Senior producer Abby Fritz talks with Sammy Caiola, a gun violence solutions reporter for Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what our city officials and the school district are doing, and could be doing better, to prepare for school closures.

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]]> 1381 How Philly is Cleaning One of its Most Hazardous Sites For residents of Port Richmond in the Northeast, the Franklin Slag Pile is a familiar sight. It's a huge black mound at the corner of Castor and Delaware Avenues, covered in a tarp, fenced off behind chain link. The pile may not look like much, but the Environmental Protection Agency has deemed it one of the most hazardous sites in Philadelphia. Now, more than 20 years after declaring the Franklin Slag Pile a Superfund site, the EPA says it's going to start cleanup in the coming months. Reporter Jordan Gass-Poore joins senior producer Abby Fritz to talk about why this effort has taken so long and how climate change is making toxic sites in Philadelphia even more dangerous. Read Jordan’s full report about the Franklin Slag Pile here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast For residents of Port Richmond in the Northeast, the Franklin Slag Pile is a familiar sight. It's a huge black mound at the corner of Castor and Delaware Avenues, covered in a tarp, fenced off behind chain link. The pile may not look like much, but the Environmental Protection Agency has deemed it one of the most hazardous sites in Philadelphia. Now, more than 20 years after declaring the Franklin Slag Pile a Superfund site, the EPA says it's going to start cleanup in the coming months. Reporter Jordan Gass-Poore joins senior producer Abby Fritz to talk about why this effort has taken so long and how climate change is making toxic sites in Philadelphia even more dangerous. Read Jordan’s full report about the Franklin Slag Pile here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise For residents of Port Richmond in the Northeast, the Franklin Slag Pile is a familiar sight. It's a huge black mound at the corner of Castor and Delaware Avenues, covered in a tarp, fenced off behind chain link. The pile may not look like much, but the Environmental Protection Agency has deemed it one of the most hazardous sites in Philadelphia. Now, more than 20 years after declaring the Franklin Slag Pile a Superfund site, the EPA says it's going to start cleanup in the coming months. Reporter Jordan Gass-Poore joins senior producer Abby Fritz to talk about why this effort has taken so long and how climate change is making toxic sites in Philadelphia even more dangerous.

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]]> 1748 'Your City Could Be Better': How Austin is Succeeding at Affordable Housing — Presented By City Cast Philly More affordable housing is needed in places like Philadelphia. Some cities, however, are doing better than others at meeting this need. Austin, Texas, for example, is building more affordable housing than any other American city right now — 50% more, by some measures, than the second most successful city. However, this fast-growing city is also seeing a shortage in housing that middle- and lower-income residents can afford. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Austin podcast host Nikki DaVaughn about this paradox, the city’s affordable housing successes, and where Austin’s still falling short. Plus, how far is too far to walk to a neighbor’s house? Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast More affordable housing is needed in places like Philadelphia. Some cities, however, are doing better than others at meeting this need. Austin, Texas, for example, is building more affordable housing than any other American city right now — 50% more, by some measures, than the second most successful city. However, this fast-growing city is also seeing a shortage in housing that middle- and lower-income residents can afford. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Austin podcast host Nikki DaVaughn about this paradox, the city’s affordable housing successes, and where Austin’s still falling short. Plus, how far is too far to walk to a neighbor’s house? Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. More affordable housing is needed in places like Philadelphia. Some cities, however, are doing better than others at meeting this need. Austin, Texas, for example, is building more affordable housing than any other American city right now — 50% more, by some measures, than the second most successful city. However, this fast-growing city is also seeing a shortage in housing that middle- and lower-income residents can afford. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Austin podcast host Nikki DaVaughn about this paradox, the city’s affordable housing successes, and where Austin’s still falling short. Plus, how far is too far to walk to a neighbor’s house?

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]]> 1450 Uber Tax Hike Proposal, Sheriff’s Office Complaints, and Your Thoughts on ICE at PHL It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, we’re talking about why Mayor Cherelle Parker just increased her proposed tax on Uber and Lyft rides from twenty cents to a whole dollar – and who’s going to get stuck with the bill. We talk about why the Sheriff’s office is facing multiple lawsuits over one of its most basic jobs. And, we asked you what you think about ICE agents at PHL airport – and you had a LOT to say. Senior producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón get into all of this – and more. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Parker wants to add a $1-per-ride tax to all rideshares in Philly to help fund the city’s financially struggling school district https://www.inquirer.com/politics/philadelphia/city-council-critical-mayor-cherelle-parker-rideshare-tax-20260324.html https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/rocky-statue-temporarily-moving-inside-philadelphia-museum-of-art/4373762/ https://www.inquirer.com/news/sheriff-rochelle-bilal-deed-delays-lawsuits-20260322.html#loaded https://6abc.com/post/ice-agents-arrive-site-philadelphia-international-airport/18761216/ https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-airport-phl-ice-agents-government-shutdown/ https://www.phl.org/newsroom/Longestlinecheesesteaks Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, we’re talking about why Mayor Cherelle Parker just increased her proposed tax on Uber and Lyft rides from twenty cents to a whole dollar – and who’s going to get stuck with the bill. We talk about why the Sheriff’s office is facing multiple lawsuits over one of its most basic jobs. And, we asked you what you think about ICE agents at PHL airport – and you had a LOT to say. Senior producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón get into all of this – and more. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Parker wants to add a $1-per-ride tax to all rideshares in Philly to help fund the city’s financially struggling school district https://www.inquirer.com/politics/philadelphia/city-council-critical-mayor-cherelle-parker-rideshare-tax-20260324.html https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/rocky-statue-temporarily-moving-inside-philadelphia-museum-of-art/4373762/ https://www.inquirer.com/news/sheriff-rochelle-bilal-deed-delays-lawsuits-20260322.html#loaded https://6abc.com/post/ice-agents-arrive-site-philadelphia-international-airport/18761216/ https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-airport-phl-ice-agents-government-shutdown/ https://www.phl.org/newsroom/Longestlinecheesesteaks Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, we’re talking about why Mayor Cherelle Parker just increased her proposed tax on Uber and Lyft rides from twenty cents to a whole dollar – and who’s going to get stuck with the bill. We talk about why the Sheriff’s office is facing multiple lawsuits over one of its most basic jobs. And, we asked you what you think about ICE agents at PHL airport – and you had a LOT to say. Senior producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón get into all of this – and more.


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]]> 1745 Philly's Best Restaurants For Diners With Dietary Restrictions Are you making a dinner reservation for your vegan bestie's birthday? Maybe your aunt has a seafood allergy but wants to explore Philly restaurants when she visits. Navigating the culinary scene can be daunting when you have special diets to consider. Senior producer Abby Fritz taps City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk through the best restaurants and practices for dining out with specific dietary requirements.  Find a list of Kosher-certified restaurants here.  Listen to another episode with Alisha about affordable tasting menus and dining experiences here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest Thu, 26 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Are you making a dinner reservation for your vegan bestie's birthday? Maybe your aunt has a seafood allergy but wants to explore Philly restaurants when she visits. Navigating the culinary scene can be daunting when you have special diets to consider. Senior producer Abby Fritz taps City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk through the best restaurants and practices for dining out with specific dietary requirements.  Find a list of Kosher-certified restaurants here.  Listen to another episode with Alisha about affordable tasting menus and dining experiences here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest Are you making a dinner reservation for your vegan bestie's birthday? Maybe your aunt has a seafood allergy but wants to explore Philly restaurants when she visits. Navigating the culinary scene can be daunting when you have special diets to consider. Senior producer Abby Fritz taps City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk through the best restaurants and practices for dining out with specific dietary requirements. 

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]]> 1476 Landlords Don’t Like New Renters’ Rights Proposals. So They Sued the City. The debate over two bills that seek to expand renters' rights has reached a breaking point. Two landlords sued City Council over its handling of the bills, halting the legislative process just as the bills were expected to pass. Senior producer Abby Fritz talks with Aaron Moselle, a housing and community development reporter at WHYY, about this unusual move by opponents of the bills and what it means for the ongoing showdown between landlords and renters’ rights advocates. Read Aaron's full story on this lawsuit here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest  Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The debate over two bills that seek to expand renters' rights has reached a breaking point. Two landlords sued City Council over its handling of the bills, halting the legislative process just as the bills were expected to pass. Senior producer Abby Fritz talks with Aaron Moselle, a housing and community development reporter at WHYY, about this unusual move by opponents of the bills and what it means for the ongoing showdown between landlords and renters’ rights advocates. Read Aaron's full story on this lawsuit here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest  The debate over two bills that seek to expand renters' rights has reached a breaking point. Two landlords sued City Council over its handling of the bills, halting the legislative process just as the bills were expected to pass. Senior producer Abby Fritz talks with Aaron Moselle, a housing and community development reporter at WHYY, about this unusual move by opponents of the bills and what it means for the ongoing showdown between landlords and renters’ rights advocates.

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]]> 1599 Philly's Most Iconic Architecture, From Tofani Doors to Twin Houses Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. As redevelopment of old buildings reshapes the city, we’re revisiting a conversation about what makes Philly architecture unique – and how to notice it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections. Follow Chris' rowhome rehabilitation journey here.  This episode originally aired on Nov. 4, 2025.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest   Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. As redevelopment of old buildings reshapes the city, we’re revisiting a conversation about what makes Philly architecture unique – and how to notice it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections. Follow Chris' rowhome rehabilitation journey here.  This episode originally aired on Nov. 4, 2025.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Political Gabfest   Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. As redevelopment of old buildings reshapes the city, we’re revisiting a conversation about what makes Philly architecture unique – and how to notice it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections.

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]]> 1920 What Happens When Developers Take Over a Beloved Old Building Germantown Town Hall, the three-story century-old building with a clock tower at 5928 Germantown Avenue, sits vacant. Over the years, there have been rumblings about a renovation, and recently, there’s been some action on that front: developers have a proposal to breathe life back into the building. But a debate between developers and community members over how to use the space could leave plans up in the air. Host Trenae Nuri and Kyle Bagenstose discuss this project and what it means for both preservation and progress in Philly neighborhoods.   Read Kyle's full story here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Political Gabfest Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Germantown Town Hall, the three-story century-old building with a clock tower at 5928 Germantown Avenue, sits vacant. Over the years, there have been rumblings about a renovation, and recently, there’s been some action on that front: developers have a proposal to breathe life back into the building. But a debate between developers and community members over how to use the space could leave plans up in the air. Host Trenae Nuri and Kyle Bagenstose discuss this project and what it means for both preservation and progress in Philly neighborhoods.   Read Kyle's full story here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Political Gabfest Germantown Town Hall, the three-story century-old building with a clock tower at 5928 Germantown Avenue, sits vacant. Over the years, there have been rumblings about a renovation, and recently, there’s been some action on that front: developers have a proposal to breathe life back into the building. But a debate between developers and community members over how to use the space could leave plans up in the air. Host Trenae Nuri and Kyle Bagenstose discuss this project and what it means for both preservation and progress in Philly neighborhoods.  

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]]> 1414 'Your City Could Be Better': Could a Nevada Brothel Help Redefine Labor Standards Nationwide? — Presented By City Cast Philly The unionization efforts of sex workers in Nevada might have implications for gig workers in Philly. At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes outside Las Vegas, some of the workers are seeking both recognition as employees and union representation. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with former City Cast Las Vegas podcast host, current contributor, and longtime Nevada attorney Dayvid Figler about why sex workers are considered independent contractors, what sparked this legal battle, and what happens if they win. Plus, what's different about neighborhoods in Las Vegas? Mentioned on the show: Could a Pahrump Brothel Union Set a New National Standard for Labor Laws? (City Cast Las Vegas) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The unionization efforts of sex workers in Nevada might have implications for gig workers in Philly. At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes outside Las Vegas, some of the workers are seeking both recognition as employees and union representation. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with former City Cast Las Vegas podcast host, current contributor, and longtime Nevada attorney Dayvid Figler about why sex workers are considered independent contractors, what sparked this legal battle, and what happens if they win. Plus, what's different about neighborhoods in Las Vegas? Mentioned on the show: Could a Pahrump Brothel Union Set a New National Standard for Labor Laws? (City Cast Las Vegas) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. The unionization efforts of sex workers in Nevada might have implications for gig workers in Philly. At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes outside Las Vegas, some of the workers are seeking both recognition as employees and union representation. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with former City Cast Las Vegas podcast host, current contributor, and longtime Nevada attorney Dayvid Figler about why sex workers are considered independent contractors, what sparked this legal battle, and what happens if they win. Plus, what's different about neighborhoods in Las Vegas?

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]]> 1548 SEPTA’s Bus Network Preview, Limits on Police Oversight & Water Main Chaos  It’s the Friday News Roundup! In the wake of nationwide protests over the police killing of George Floyd, the Philadelphia Citizens Police Oversight Commission promised to investigate alleged wrongdoing by Philly police. But reporting from the Philadelphia Inquirer reveals that its power to do that has been limited. Plus, if it feels like lately water mains are bursting all over the city – that’s because they are. We’ll get into what’s causing it. And, SEPTA’s long-promised bus system overhaul is finally set to begin. Here’s what to expect, and how to find out if your route is changing or being cut. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz get into all of this and more. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Citizens Police Oversight Commission sees progress with ‘live audits,’ but independent authority remains elusive SEPTA Announces Proposed Implementation Schedule for New Bus Network Water main break shuts down intersection in North Philadelphia Philadelphia Water Department truck falls through part of road after water main break in Kensington It's 'unusually early' for a tornado watch in the Philly area, but the National Weather Service just issued one Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! In the wake of nationwide protests over the police killing of George Floyd, the Philadelphia Citizens Police Oversight Commission promised to investigate alleged wrongdoing by Philly police. But reporting from the Philadelphia Inquirer reveals that its power to do that has been limited. Plus, if it feels like lately water mains are bursting all over the city – that’s because they are. We’ll get into what’s causing it. And, SEPTA’s long-promised bus system overhaul is finally set to begin. Here’s what to expect, and how to find out if your route is changing or being cut. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz get into all of this and more. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Citizens Police Oversight Commission sees progress with ‘live audits,’ but independent authority remains elusive SEPTA Announces Proposed Implementation Schedule for New Bus Network Water main break shuts down intersection in North Philadelphia Philadelphia Water Department truck falls through part of road after water main break in Kensington It's 'unusually early' for a tornado watch in the Philly area, but the National Weather Service just issued one Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! In the wake of nationwide protests over the police killing of George Floyd, the Philadelphia Citizens Police Oversight Commission promised to investigate alleged wrongdoing by Philly police. But reporting from the Philadelphia Inquirer reveals that its power to do that has been limited. Plus, if it feels like lately water mains are bursting all over the city – that’s because they are. We’ll get into what’s causing it. And, SEPTA’s long-promised bus system overhaul is finally set to begin. Here’s what to expect, and how to find out if your route is changing or being cut. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz get into all of this and more.

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]]> 1607 Can JAŸ-Z Save The Roots Picnic & WTF is Going on At World Stage Lots of big music news out of Philly – Queen Latifah, Philly’s own Eve, and Idina Menzel are set to headline concerts, before July 4th, during Wawa Welcome America week this summer. Jay-Z will headline Roots Picnic, while Jill Scott continues to sell out dates on her world tour. Meanwhile, “World Stage” — the West Philly venue formerly known as World Cafe Live — is still booking shows amid ongoing turmoil. Dan DeLuca, pop music critic at The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to break it all down. Read more of Dan's reporting here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Lots of big music news out of Philly – Queen Latifah, Philly’s own Eve, and Idina Menzel are set to headline concerts, before July 4th, during Wawa Welcome America week this summer. Jay-Z will headline Roots Picnic, while Jill Scott continues to sell out dates on her world tour. Meanwhile, “World Stage” — the West Philly venue formerly known as World Cafe Live — is still booking shows amid ongoing turmoil. Dan DeLuca, pop music critic at The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to break it all down. Read more of Dan's reporting here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Lots of big music news out of Philly – Queen Latifah, Philly’s own Eve, and Idina Menzel are set to headline concerts, before July 4th, during Wawa Welcome America week this summer. Jay-Z will headline Roots Picnic, while Jill Scott continues to sell out dates on her world tour. Meanwhile, “World Stage” — the West Philly venue formerly known as World Cafe Live — is still booking shows amid ongoing turmoil. Dan DeLuca, pop music critic at The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to break it all down.

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]]> 1676 DHS Wants to Build Two ICE Centers in PA The Trump administration is pushing for the creation of more immigrant detention centers and is eying Pennsylvania for this expansion. The Department of Homeland Security purchased two warehouses for these efforts. But communities and politicians across the Keystone State are pushing back on these plans. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Spotlight PA reporters Gabriela Martínez and Kate Huangpu about why these plans have been so unclear and if local municipalities and the state have a say in how these facilities operate.  Read more of Gabriela's reporting on the quality of life across the commonwealth here.  Read more of Kate's reporting on Pennsylvania government here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Trump administration is pushing for the creation of more immigrant detention centers and is eying Pennsylvania for this expansion. The Department of Homeland Security purchased two warehouses for these efforts. But communities and politicians across the Keystone State are pushing back on these plans. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Spotlight PA reporters Gabriela Martínez and Kate Huangpu about why these plans have been so unclear and if local municipalities and the state have a say in how these facilities operate.  Read more of Gabriela's reporting on the quality of life across the commonwealth here.  Read more of Kate's reporting on Pennsylvania government here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The Trump administration is pushing for the creation of more immigrant detention centers and is eying Pennsylvania for this expansion. The Department of Homeland Security purchased two warehouses for these efforts. But communities and politicians across the Keystone State are pushing back on these plans. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Spotlight PA reporters Gabriela Martínez and Kate Huangpu about why these plans have been so unclear and if local municipalities and the state have a say in how these facilities operate. 

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]]> 1601 Will Spring Break Travel Suck at PHL? Security checkpoints at the Philadelphia International Airport continue to be plagued with long lines due to the partial government shutdown. It’s definitely not the best way to start off your spring break if you’re flying out of Philly. And to make matters worse, PHL airport was ranked dead last in a customer satisfaction survey for similar-sized airports last year. So, we’re relistening to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and newsletter editor Siani Colón, who have hacks to make your PHL airport experience a little bit better. This episode originally aired on December 22, 2025. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Security checkpoints at the Philadelphia International Airport continue to be plagued with long lines due to the partial government shutdown. It’s definitely not the best way to start off your spring break if you’re flying out of Philly. And to make matters worse, PHL airport was ranked dead last in a customer satisfaction survey for similar-sized airports last year. So, we’re relistening to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and newsletter editor Siani Colón, who have hacks to make your PHL airport experience a little bit better. This episode originally aired on December 22, 2025. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Security checkpoints at the Philadelphia International Airport continue to be plagued with long lines due to the partial government shutdown. It’s definitely not the best way to start off your spring break if you’re flying out of Philly. And to make matters worse, PHL airport was ranked dead last in a customer satisfaction survey for similar-sized airports last year. So, we’re relistening to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and newsletter editor Siani Colón, who have hacks to make your PHL airport experience a little bit better.

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]]> 2090 Budget Uncertainty, Sidewalk Robots & New Lesbian Bar The team is covering a grab bag of Philly news today. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz are diving deeper into the mayor’s budget proposal and how federal funding is impacting it. After the politics, they talk about running into food delivery robots and how a new lesbian bar is finally opening in Philly.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The team is covering a grab bag of Philly news today. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz are diving deeper into the mayor’s budget proposal and how federal funding is impacting it. After the politics, they talk about running into food delivery robots and how a new lesbian bar is finally opening in Philly.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The team is covering a grab bag of Philly news today. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz are diving deeper into the mayor’s budget proposal and how federal funding is impacting it. After the politics, they talk about running into food delivery robots and how a new lesbian bar is finally opening in Philly. 

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]]> 1789  ‘Your City Could Be Better’: DC’s Plan To Hold Federal Agents Accountable — Presented By City Cast Philly Philadelphians are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with feds. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast DC podcast co-host and executive editor Mike Schaffer about the political stakes involved, the effectiveness of body cameras, and how Washingtonians are dealing with the heavy federal law enforcement presence. Plus, Mike and Jacoby weigh in on public transit etiquette in their cities when it comes to people playing music out loud. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email us now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphians are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with feds. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast DC podcast co-host and executive editor Mike Schaffer about the political stakes involved, the effectiveness of body cameras, and how Washingtonians are dealing with the heavy federal law enforcement presence. Plus, Mike and Jacoby weigh in on public transit etiquette in their cities when it comes to people playing music out loud. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email us now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Philadelphians are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with feds. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast DC podcast co-host and executive editor Mike Schaffer about the political stakes involved, the effectiveness of body cameras, and how Washingtonians are dealing with the heavy federal law enforcement presence. Plus, Mike and Jacoby weigh in on public transit etiquette in their cities when it comes to people playing music out loud.

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]]> 1764 Parker's Plan to Address Homelessness, New Bus Network & Krasner's PSA Fail Episode for Mar 13, 2026 It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz talk about Mayor Cherelle Parker's nearly $7B budget, including her ambitious plan to address homelessness. Plus, SEPTA’s planning to roll out a new bus network, and we take a look at District Attorney Larry Krasner's latest social video warning the city to stay safe when the weather gets warmer. Once you're done listening to this episode, go check out ⁠Your City Could Be Better⁠, City Cast's newest podcast, where CEO David Plotz chats with different hosts and producers from the 13 City Cast teams. So far, they’ve touched on anti-ICE protests, homelessness, and creative plans to revitalize downtowns. Listen every Friday on the Your City Could Be Better Feed or on this feed on Sundays.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  https://www.inquirer.com/politics/philadelphia/cherelle-parker-city-budget-proposal-uber-amazon-fees-20260311.html  https://6abc.com/post/septas-market-frankford-line-service-impacted-blown-transformer-center-city/18703720/ \ https://wwww.septa.org/news/proposed-implementation-schedule-new-bus-network/ Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Pretty Little Gathering Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz talk about Mayor Cherelle Parker's nearly $7B budget, including her ambitious plan to address homelessness. Plus, SEPTA’s planning to roll out a new bus network, and we take a look at District Attorney Larry Krasner's latest social video warning the city to stay safe when the weather gets warmer. Once you're done listening to this episode, go check out ⁠Your City Could Be Better⁠, City Cast's newest podcast, where CEO David Plotz chats with different hosts and producers from the 13 City Cast teams. So far, they’ve touched on anti-ICE protests, homelessness, and creative plans to revitalize downtowns. Listen every Friday on the Your City Could Be Better Feed or on this feed on Sundays.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  https://www.inquirer.com/politics/philadelphia/cherelle-parker-city-budget-proposal-uber-amazon-fees-20260311.html  https://6abc.com/post/septas-market-frankford-line-service-impacted-blown-transformer-center-city/18703720/ \ https://wwww.septa.org/news/proposed-implementation-schedule-new-bus-network/ Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Pretty Little Gathering It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz talk about Mayor Cherelle Parker's nearly $7B budget, including her ambitious plan to address homelessness. Plus, SEPTA’s planning to roll out a new bus network, and we take a look at District Attorney Larry Krasner's latest social video warning the city to stay safe when the weather gets warmer. Once you're done listening to this episode, go check out ⁠Your City Could Be Better⁠, City Cast's newest podcast, where CEO David Plotz chats with different hosts and producers from the 13 City Cast teams. So far, they’ve touched on anti-ICE protests, homelessness, and creative plans to revitalize downtowns. Listen every Friday on the Your City Could Be Better Feed or on this feed on Sundays. 

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]]> 1989 Can Philly Remain the Mural Capital of the World? What started as a job working for a small, city-run youth arts program has led Jane Golden into a career advocating for creatives in the city. She has spent years adding murals to our homes, businesses, and even bridges to reflect the beauty within. As the founding director of Mural Arts Philadelphia, Golden transformed Philly into the “Mural Capital of the World." Now, Golden has announced that she will retire as head of the organization this year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Golden about her 42 years of being Philly’s art champion.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Pretty Little Gathering Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast What started as a job working for a small, city-run youth arts program has led Jane Golden into a career advocating for creatives in the city. She has spent years adding murals to our homes, businesses, and even bridges to reflect the beauty within. As the founding director of Mural Arts Philadelphia, Golden transformed Philly into the “Mural Capital of the World." Now, Golden has announced that she will retire as head of the organization this year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Golden about her 42 years of being Philly’s art champion.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Pretty Little Gathering What started as a job working for a small, city-run youth arts program has led Jane Golden into a career advocating for creatives in the city. She has spent years adding murals to our homes, businesses, and even bridges to reflect the beauty within. As the founding director of Mural Arts Philadelphia, Golden transformed Philly into the “Mural Capital of the World." Now, Golden has announced that she will retire as head of the organization this year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Golden about her 42 years of being Philly’s art champion.  

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]]> 2863 ICE Limits, Parker's Budget Priorities & Proposed Tenant Protections  It’s our weekly politics episode. Host Trenae Nuri talks with our political contributor, Lauren Vidas, about the “ Super Bowl for city finance nerds”: Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget address. Plus, we cover city council’s plan to hold a hearing next month to limit ICE operations and new proposals for tenant protections.  Read more about the happenings in city hall from Lauren here.  Find out more about how to sign up to testify at City Council hearings here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Pretty Little Gathering Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s our weekly politics episode. Host Trenae Nuri talks with our political contributor, Lauren Vidas, about the “ Super Bowl for city finance nerds”: Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget address. Plus, we cover city council’s plan to hold a hearing next month to limit ICE operations and new proposals for tenant protections.  Read more about the happenings in city hall from Lauren here.  Find out more about how to sign up to testify at City Council hearings here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Pretty Little Gathering It’s our weekly politics episode. Host Trenae Nuri talks with our political contributor, Lauren Vidas, about the “ Super Bowl for city finance nerds”: Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget address. Plus, we cover city council’s plan to hold a hearing next month to limit ICE operations and new proposals for tenant protections. 

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]]> 2017 Marc Vetri Reveals The Secrets to Cooking Great Pasta Chef Marc Vetri is a lifelong Philadelphian who made his mark in this city with Vetri Cucina, an intimate, game-changing restaurant in a historic townhouse on Spruce Street. He has continued to elevate Philly's food scene by opening Osteria, Amis, Pizzeria Vetri, Lo Spiedo, Alla Spina, and Fiorella. Plus, he's championing community through nutrition education with Vetri Community Partnership. At a live event last week at the Fitler Club, City Cast Philly Neighbors and Fitler Club members had the opportunity to hear host Trenae Nuri and Marc Vetri discuss his new book, "The Pasta Book: Recipes, Techniques, Inspiration." He divulged the secret to great homemade pasta with a cooking demonstration, then let us try his famous rigatoni ragu. Everyone went home with a signed copy of the cookbook to round out the night. Listen to the conversation between Trenae and Marc, and sign up to become a Neighbor, so you don't miss the next members-only event. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Pretty Little Gathering  Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Chef Marc Vetri is a lifelong Philadelphian who made his mark in this city with Vetri Cucina, an intimate, game-changing restaurant in a historic townhouse on Spruce Street. He has continued to elevate Philly's food scene by opening Osteria, Amis, Pizzeria Vetri, Lo Spiedo, Alla Spina, and Fiorella. Plus, he's championing community through nutrition education with Vetri Community Partnership. At a live event last week at the Fitler Club, City Cast Philly Neighbors and Fitler Club members had the opportunity to hear host Trenae Nuri and Marc Vetri discuss his new book, "The Pasta Book: Recipes, Techniques, Inspiration." He divulged the secret to great homemade pasta with a cooking demonstration, then let us try his famous rigatoni ragu. Everyone went home with a signed copy of the cookbook to round out the night. Listen to the conversation between Trenae and Marc, and sign up to become a Neighbor, so you don't miss the next members-only event. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Pretty Little Gathering  Chef Marc Vetri is a lifelong Philadelphian who made his mark in this city with Vetri Cucina, an intimate, game-changing restaurant in a historic townhouse on Spruce Street. He has continued to elevate Philly's food scene by opening Osteria, Amis, Pizzeria Vetri, Lo Spiedo, Alla Spina, and Fiorella. Plus, he's championing community through nutrition education with Vetri Community Partnership. At a live event last week at the Fitler Club, City Cast Philly Neighbors and Fitler Club members had the opportunity to hear host Trenae Nuri and Marc Vetri discuss his new book, "The Pasta Book: Recipes, Techniques, Inspiration." He divulged the secret to great homemade pasta with a cooking demonstration, then let us try his famous rigatoni ragu. Everyone went home with a signed copy of the cookbook to round out the night. Listen to the conversation between Trenae and Marc, and sign up to become a Neighbor, so you don't miss the next members-only event.

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]]> 2463 ​​Devil's Pocket to Strawberry Mansion: What We Call Where We Live We love to say we live in Philly, but when someone asks what neighborhood we live in, what do we say? In this city, neighborhood names are always changing. And saying you live in “West Philly” doesn’t always tell people exactly where you live. So today, we’re revisiting a classic Philly debate: what do we actually call our neighborhoods? And we’re putting City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri, Siani Colon, Abby Fritz, and Matt Katz to the test to see if they know the sometimes weird names for Philly’s neighborhoods. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Pretty Little Gathering  Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We love to say we live in Philly, but when someone asks what neighborhood we live in, what do we say? In this city, neighborhood names are always changing. And saying you live in “West Philly” doesn’t always tell people exactly where you live. So today, we’re revisiting a classic Philly debate: what do we actually call our neighborhoods? And we’re putting City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri, Siani Colon, Abby Fritz, and Matt Katz to the test to see if they know the sometimes weird names for Philly’s neighborhoods. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Pretty Little Gathering  We love to say we live in Philly, but when someone asks what neighborhood we live in, what do we say? In this city, neighborhood names are always changing. And saying you live in “West Philly” doesn’t always tell people exactly where you live. So today, we’re revisiting a classic Philly debate: what do we actually call our neighborhoods? And we’re putting City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri, Siani Colon, Abby Fritz, and Matt Katz to the test to see if they know the sometimes weird names for Philly’s neighborhoods. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly. 

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]]> 2235 'Your City Could Be Better': What Philly Needs To Know About Utah's Controversial 'Homeless Campus' Plan Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Philadelphia are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta about how this plan is meant to work, the concerns about forced institutionalization, and why the state is pushing for this even though it goes against the recommendations of local experts and service providers. Mentioned on the show: Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals (City Cast Salt Lake) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Philadelphia are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta about how this plan is meant to work, the concerns about forced institutionalization, and why the state is pushing for this even though it goes against the recommendations of local experts and service providers. Mentioned on the show: Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals (City Cast Salt Lake) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Philadelphia are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta about how this plan is meant to work, the concerns about forced institutionalization, and why the state is pushing for this even though it goes against the recommendations of local experts and service providers.

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]]> 1951 Questionable Police Inspection of Women's Sports Bar, Joy in Schools & Hype for World Cup It’s the Friday News Round-up, with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. We’re discussing joy in Philly schools, and how new rules on bathroom breaks and half-days might affect that. Also, why was Marsha’s on South Street – a queer-owned women’s sports bar – inspected by the police on a busy night? And the World Cup is less than 100 days away: Time to pick which team playing in Philly you’re going to support.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly kids get guaranteed recess, bathroom, and water breaks for the first time under a new school wellness policy These parents want a ‘chief of joy’ for Philly schools. Here’s why. Philadelphia schools eliminate half days, guarantee bathroom breaks ‘Abbott Elementary’ Renewed for Sixth Season on ABC Owner says South Street bar unfairly targeted after anonymous, unfounded tips prompt police response City Cast Philly: A Women's Sports Renaissance in Philly Philadelphia gearing up for 2026 FIFA World Cup with "'How Do You Phan?" campaign City Cast Philly: The One Book Philly Is Reading, Starting Now Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise And check out our new City Cast podcast "⁠Your City Could Be Bette⁠r" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's episode features City Cast Salt Lake's Ali Vallarta. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Round-up, with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. We’re discussing joy in Philly schools, and how new rules on bathroom breaks and half-days might affect that. Also, why was Marsha’s on South Street – a queer-owned women’s sports bar – inspected by the police on a busy night? And the World Cup is less than 100 days away: Time to pick which team playing in Philly you’re going to support.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly kids get guaranteed recess, bathroom, and water breaks for the first time under a new school wellness policy These parents want a ‘chief of joy’ for Philly schools. Here’s why. Philadelphia schools eliminate half days, guarantee bathroom breaks ‘Abbott Elementary’ Renewed for Sixth Season on ABC Owner says South Street bar unfairly targeted after anonymous, unfounded tips prompt police response City Cast Philly: A Women's Sports Renaissance in Philly Philadelphia gearing up for 2026 FIFA World Cup with "'How Do You Phan?" campaign City Cast Philly: The One Book Philly Is Reading, Starting Now Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise And check out our new City Cast podcast "⁠Your City Could Be Bette⁠r" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's episode features City Cast Salt Lake's Ali Vallarta. It’s the Friday News Round-up, with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. We’re discussing joy in Philly schools, and how new rules on bathroom breaks and half-days might affect that. Also, why was Marsha’s on South Street – a queer-owned women’s sports bar – inspected by the police on a busy night? And the World Cup is less than 100 days away: Time to pick which team playing in Philly you’re going to support. 


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]]> 1743 The Easiest Way to Have Influence in Your Neighborhood You don't have to be a career politician to help make zoning decisions, or add a speed bump on your block, or even move the intercity bus stop out of your neighborhood. And if you’re frustrated about potholes and trash, there are ways to get involved in your community to fix that. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Violet Comber-Wilen, a reporter at Billy Penn, about how surprisingly easy it can be to learn and get involved in the inner workings of your Philly neighborhood.  Read more of Violet's reporting here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast You don't have to be a career politician to help make zoning decisions, or add a speed bump on your block, or even move the intercity bus stop out of your neighborhood. And if you’re frustrated about potholes and trash, there are ways to get involved in your community to fix that. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Violet Comber-Wilen, a reporter at Billy Penn, about how surprisingly easy it can be to learn and get involved in the inner workings of your Philly neighborhood.  Read more of Violet's reporting here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise You don't have to be a career politician to help make zoning decisions, or add a speed bump on your block, or even move the intercity bus stop out of your neighborhood. And if you’re frustrated about potholes and trash, there are ways to get involved in your community to fix that. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Violet Comber-Wilen, a reporter at Billy Penn, about how surprisingly easy it can be to learn and get involved in the inner workings of your Philly neighborhood. 

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]]> 1450 Behind the Controversial $2.8 Billion Plan To Remake Philly Schools The school district is proposing major changes to its schools. And it could dramatically impact neighborhoods in the process. Philadelphians have not been quiet about their feelings. District officials say this is all in an effort to address lower enrollment, dilapidated buildings, and overcrowded classrooms. But are parents, students, and teachers' concerns being heard? Carly Sitrin, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, is here to explain all the shifting parts of the school district's master plan. Read more of Carly's reporting about the school district's Master Plan here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The school district is proposing major changes to its schools. And it could dramatically impact neighborhoods in the process. Philadelphians have not been quiet about their feelings. District officials say this is all in an effort to address lower enrollment, dilapidated buildings, and overcrowded classrooms. But are parents, students, and teachers' concerns being heard? Carly Sitrin, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, is here to explain all the shifting parts of the school district's master plan. Read more of Carly's reporting about the school district's Master Plan here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The school district is proposing major changes to its schools. And it could dramatically impact neighborhoods in the process. Philadelphians have not been quiet about their feelings. District officials say this is all in an effort to address lower enrollment, dilapidated buildings, and overcrowded classrooms. But are parents, students, and teachers' concerns being heard? Carly Sitrin, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, is here to explain all the shifting parts of the school district's master plan.

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]]> 1942 The Most Philly Athletes Ever, Real & Fictional We've got a grab bag of news about the way Philly sports affect our culture. Listen for predictions about A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles and his heartfelt message to other NFL players. We also discuss which boxer statue should be at the top of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, and why. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and City Cast Philly sports contributor O.J. Spivey bring you all this, plus their list of the most Philly athletes, past and present.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We've got a grab bag of news about the way Philly sports affect our culture. Listen for predictions about A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles and his heartfelt message to other NFL players. We also discuss which boxer statue should be at the top of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, and why. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and City Cast Philly sports contributor O.J. Spivey bring you all this, plus their list of the most Philly athletes, past and present.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We've got a grab bag of news about the way Philly sports affect our culture. Listen for predictions about A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles and his heartfelt message to other NFL players. We also discuss which boxer statue should be at the top of the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, and why. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and City Cast Philly sports contributor O.J. Spivey bring you all this, plus their list of the most Philly athletes, past and present. 

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]]> 1844 Your Guide to March 2026 in Philly We’re starting to thaw out from the winter and we’re ready to get outside. In today’s show, you’ll hear where to go for free mojitos and how artists transformed an old bank in Old City into an immersive experience. We’re also talking about a unique coffee shop that just opened in University City, and if you need more coffee shop ideas, don’t miss our rundown of the best places in Philly to get caffeinated. We also have plenty more tips on how to make the most of March in our newsletter.  We’re powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show and other perks. Find out more at membership.citycast.fm.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We’re starting to thaw out from the winter and we’re ready to get outside. In today’s show, you’ll hear where to go for free mojitos and how artists transformed an old bank in Old City into an immersive experience. We’re also talking about a unique coffee shop that just opened in University City, and if you need more coffee shop ideas, don’t miss our rundown of the best places in Philly to get caffeinated. We also have plenty more tips on how to make the most of March in our newsletter.  We’re powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show and other perks. Find out more at membership.citycast.fm.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We’re starting to thaw out from the winter and we’re ready to get outside. In today’s show, you’ll hear where to go for free mojitos and how artists transformed an old bank in Old City into an immersive experience. We’re also talking about a unique coffee shop that just opened in University City, and if you need more coffee shop ideas, don’t miss our rundown of the best places in Philly to get caffeinated. We also have plenty more tips on how to make the most of March in our newsletter. 

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]]> 2359 'Your City Could Be Better': What Philly Needs To Know About Pittsburgh's Plan To Fix Downtown A lot of cities, including Philly, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the long-term, and other revitalization plans that are in the works. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A lot of cities, including Philly, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the long-term, and other revitalization plans that are in the works. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. A lot of cities, including Philly, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the long-term, and other revitalization plans that are in the works.

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]]> 1487 PECO Bills Increase, City Politicians’ Social Media Tactics & Franklin Mall Goes … Away? On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz look at PECO’s profits as our energy bills go up and up. Plus, what are our city’s elected officials really up to on social media? And the Franklin Mall is closing, at least temporarily, so we look back to its heyday (when it was called the Franklin Mills Mall). Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  After years of decline, Franklin Mall in Northeast Philly is listed for sale Franklin Mall is temporarily closed following fire in one of its stores PECO’s profits skyrocket almost 50% after 2025 rate hikes Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz look at PECO’s profits as our energy bills go up and up. Plus, what are our city’s elected officials really up to on social media? And the Franklin Mall is closing, at least temporarily, so we look back to its heyday (when it was called the Franklin Mills Mall). Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  After years of decline, Franklin Mall in Northeast Philly is listed for sale Franklin Mall is temporarily closed following fire in one of its stores PECO’s profits skyrocket almost 50% after 2025 rate hikes Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz look at PECO’s profits as our energy bills go up and up. Plus, what are our city’s elected officials really up to on social media? And the Franklin Mall is closing, at least temporarily, so we look back to its heyday (when it was called the Franklin Mills Mall).

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]]> 2106 The One Book Philly Is Reading, Starting Now This year’s “One Book, One Philadelphia” launches today, and on today’s show we reveal which book has been selected. The annual program run by the Free Library of Philadelphia aims to have Philly reading the same book all year long. Host Trenae Nuri will be reading the book, but first she’s sitting down with Amir Richardson, the library system’s director of community programs and event production.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This year’s “One Book, One Philadelphia” launches today, and on today’s show we reveal which book has been selected. The annual program run by the Free Library of Philadelphia aims to have Philly reading the same book all year long. Host Trenae Nuri will be reading the book, but first she’s sitting down with Amir Richardson, the library system’s director of community programs and event production.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This year’s “One Book, One Philadelphia” launches today, and on today’s show we reveal which book has been selected. The annual program run by the Free Library of Philadelphia aims to have Philly reading the same book all year long. Host Trenae Nuri will be reading the book, but first she’s sitting down with Amir Richardson, the library system’s director of community programs and event production. 

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]]> 1172 Data Center Debate: Lost Tax Revenue, Higher Energy Bills & More Jobs? As state legislators begin to talk about next year's budget, data centers have taken center stage, sparking negotiations over proposed regulations. The companies behind data centers promise new jobs, but there’s growing concern among lawmakers over the loss of billions of dollars due to their eligibility for a tax exemption and their impact on the environment and utility costs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kate Huangpu, a government reporter for Spotlight PA.  Read Kate's reporting here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As state legislators begin to talk about next year's budget, data centers have taken center stage, sparking negotiations over proposed regulations. The companies behind data centers promise new jobs, but there’s growing concern among lawmakers over the loss of billions of dollars due to their eligibility for a tax exemption and their impact on the environment and utility costs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kate Huangpu, a government reporter for Spotlight PA.  Read Kate's reporting here.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As state legislators begin to talk about next year's budget, data centers have taken center stage, sparking negotiations over proposed regulations. The companies behind data centers promise new jobs, but there’s growing concern among lawmakers over the loss of billions of dollars due to their eligibility for a tax exemption and their impact on the environment and utility costs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kate Huangpu, a government reporter for Spotlight PA. 

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]]> 1465 Great Philly Films For Snowy Days As we’re thawing out from this week’s blizzard – and shoveling out our cars and sidewalks – take a break and watch a Philly movie. Today is a great day to curl up and listen back to host Trenae Nuri chat with Len Webb and Vincent Williams, film critics from ⁠The Micheaux Mission podcast⁠, about the most essential Philly movies to watch.  This episode originally aired on December 9, 2024.  ⁠Our newsletter⁠ has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠ Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Delaware River Waterfront Corp⁠ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As we’re thawing out from this week’s blizzard – and shoveling out our cars and sidewalks – take a break and watch a Philly movie. Today is a great day to curl up and listen back to host Trenae Nuri chat with Len Webb and Vincent Williams, film critics from ⁠The Micheaux Mission podcast⁠, about the most essential Philly movies to watch.  This episode originally aired on December 9, 2024.  ⁠Our newsletter⁠ has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠ Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Delaware River Waterfront Corp⁠ As we’re thawing out from this week’s blizzard – and shoveling out our cars and sidewalks – take a break and watch a Philly movie. Today is a great day to curl up and listen back to host Trenae Nuri chat with Len Webb and Vincent Williams, film critics from ⁠The Micheaux Mission podcast⁠, about the most essential Philly movies to watch. 

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]]> 1854 Neighborhood Air Monitors, Bus Terminal Relocation & You Paid For Shapiro’s Home Upgrades Today, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give an update on the ongoing intercity bus terminal saga. Plus, they discuss how the city installed 76 monitors to track neighborhood air quality, and there's a brewing controversy over $1 million in security upgrades at Gov. Josh Shapiro’s private home.  A meeting to get public input on the bus station proposals will be held Feb. 25 at the Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market St., from 6-8 p.m. There’s also an online survey, or you can email your feedback to BusStation@phila.gov.Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Delaware River Waterfront Corp  Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Today, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give an update on the ongoing intercity bus terminal saga. Plus, they discuss how the city installed 76 monitors to track neighborhood air quality, and there's a brewing controversy over $1 million in security upgrades at Gov. Josh Shapiro’s private home.  A meeting to get public input on the bus station proposals will be held Feb. 25 at the Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market St., from 6-8 p.m. There’s also an online survey, or you can email your feedback to BusStation@phila.gov.Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Delaware River Waterfront Corp  Today, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give an update on the ongoing intercity bus terminal saga. Plus, they discuss how the city installed 76 monitors to track neighborhood air quality, and there's a brewing controversy over $1 million in security upgrades at Gov. Josh Shapiro’s private home. 

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]]> 1610 ‘Your City Could Be Better’: What Philly Needs To Know about Madison's Data Centers Fight Everyone’s talking about AI these days, including Philadelphians. And now, more data centers are popping up across the country, thanks in part to the AI revolution. But some cities are stemming the tide, including Madison, Wisconsin, who recently passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction. City Cast CEO David Plotz feels strongly that this was the wrong choice! He’s sitting down with City Cast Madison podcast host Bianca Martin to weigh the pros and cons of data centers, and debate the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, David and Bianca share must-know tips for making it in Madison and DC.  We also mentioned this City Cast Madison episode. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Everyone’s talking about AI these days, including Philadelphians. And now, more data centers are popping up across the country, thanks in part to the AI revolution. But some cities are stemming the tide, including Madison, Wisconsin, who recently passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction. City Cast CEO David Plotz feels strongly that this was the wrong choice! He’s sitting down with City Cast Madison podcast host Bianca Martin to weigh the pros and cons of data centers, and debate the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, David and Bianca share must-know tips for making it in Madison and DC.  We also mentioned this City Cast Madison episode. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Everyone’s talking about AI these days, including Philadelphians. And now, more data centers are popping up across the country, thanks in part to the AI revolution. But some cities are stemming the tide, including Madison, Wisconsin, who recently passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction. City Cast CEO David Plotz feels strongly that this was the wrong choice! He’s sitting down with City Cast Madison podcast host Bianca Martin to weigh the pros and cons of data centers, and debate the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, David and Bianca share must-know tips for making it in Madison and DC. 

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]]> 1669 Slavery Exhibit Restored, Pat's New Cheesesteak & Remembering Isaiah Zagar On today’s Friday news round-up, we talk about the Trump Administration being forced to reinstall panels about slavery at President George Washington’s house on Independence Mall, Pat’s rebooting its cheesesteak, and the lingering nastiness of last month’s snowstorm. We also recall the phenomenal contributions of mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar of the Magic Gardens, who died this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Trump administration to appeal ruling restoring slavery exhibit at Philadelphia’s President’s House Site Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over President’s House slavery exhibits The President’s House court ruling is a crucial win for the power of truth | Editorial Judge gives Trump administration a deadline to restore President’s House exhibits Philly is not dumping snow in the Schuylkill, but it has in the past Massive snow pile in Grays Ferry vacant lot sparks concerns about flooding Isaiah Zagar, who covered South Philly in murals, dies at 86 Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Delaware River Waterfront Corp  Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On today’s Friday news round-up, we talk about the Trump Administration being forced to reinstall panels about slavery at President George Washington’s house on Independence Mall, Pat’s rebooting its cheesesteak, and the lingering nastiness of last month’s snowstorm. We also recall the phenomenal contributions of mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar of the Magic Gardens, who died this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Trump administration to appeal ruling restoring slavery exhibit at Philadelphia’s President’s House Site Trump administration appeals judge’s ruling over President’s House slavery exhibits The President’s House court ruling is a crucial win for the power of truth | Editorial Judge gives Trump administration a deadline to restore President’s House exhibits Philly is not dumping snow in the Schuylkill, but it has in the past Massive snow pile in Grays Ferry vacant lot sparks concerns about flooding Isaiah Zagar, who covered South Philly in murals, dies at 86 Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Delaware River Waterfront Corp  On today’s Friday news round-up, we talk about the Trump Administration being forced to reinstall panels about slavery at President George Washington’s house on Independence Mall, Pat’s rebooting its cheesesteak, and the lingering nastiness of last month’s snowstorm. We also recall the phenomenal contributions of mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar of the Magic Gardens, who died this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz. 

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]]> 1982 Restaurant Week: Deal or Dining Trap? Restaurant weeks in Philly are a chance to eat and drink at some of the city’s most talked-about restaurants for a fraction of the cost. But are these seasonal promotions worth the effort for Philly restaurants? And is the experience worth spending your money on? And do we even need them to begin with? Our food contributor Alisha Miranda joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about restaurant week culture in the city and share some hacks for getting the most out of the experience. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Delaware River Waterfront Corp Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Restaurant weeks in Philly are a chance to eat and drink at some of the city’s most talked-about restaurants for a fraction of the cost. But are these seasonal promotions worth the effort for Philly restaurants? And is the experience worth spending your money on? And do we even need them to begin with? Our food contributor Alisha Miranda joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about restaurant week culture in the city and share some hacks for getting the most out of the experience. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Delaware River Waterfront Corp Restaurant weeks in Philly are a chance to eat and drink at some of the city’s most talked-about restaurants for a fraction of the cost. But are these seasonal promotions worth the effort for Philly restaurants? And is the experience worth spending your money on? And do we even need them to begin with? Our food contributor Alisha Miranda joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about restaurant week culture in the city and share some hacks for getting the most out of the experience.

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]]> 1597 The Battle Over Burning Our Trash in Chester In this week’s politics episode, we take a look at the Stop Trashing Our Air Act – a bill introduced by City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier that could ban Philadelphia from burning trash in Chester, PA, a city just south of Philly. Each year, the city collects 610,000 tons of waste, and one-third of it ends up getting incinerated in Chester where residents have complained that it causes health and environmental problems. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Gauthier about the bill, available alternatives, and why other members of City Council and the mayor aren’t on board.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Delaware River Waterfront Corp Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In this week’s politics episode, we take a look at the Stop Trashing Our Air Act – a bill introduced by City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier that could ban Philadelphia from burning trash in Chester, PA, a city just south of Philly. Each year, the city collects 610,000 tons of waste, and one-third of it ends up getting incinerated in Chester where residents have complained that it causes health and environmental problems. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Gauthier about the bill, available alternatives, and why other members of City Council and the mayor aren’t on board.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Delaware River Waterfront Corp In this week’s politics episode, we take a look at the Stop Trashing Our Air Act – a bill introduced by City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier that could ban Philadelphia from burning trash in Chester, PA, a city just south of Philly. Each year, the city collects 610,000 tons of waste, and one-third of it ends up getting incinerated in Chester where residents have complained that it causes health and environmental problems. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Gauthier about the bill, available alternatives, and why other members of City Council and the mayor aren’t on board. 

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]]> 1418 Why is Wawa Forsaking Philly, and is Sheetz our New Love? Wawas have been closing all around Philly for the past couple of years. Now Sheetz wants a piece of their pie. Why are Wawas shutting down stores in Philly proper? Has the quality of their hoagie gone downhill, or are we just getting older? Why are some Wawa stores bonkers, and others a place where everyone knows your name? And why, in the event of an apocalypse, would the first thing we say be: “Damn, I can’t go to Wawa”? Host Trenae Nuri reviews that and other existential Wawa questions with Philly Voice senior writer Michael Tanenbaum.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Delaware River Waterfront Corp Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Wawas have been closing all around Philly for the past couple of years. Now Sheetz wants a piece of their pie. Why are Wawas shutting down stores in Philly proper? Has the quality of their hoagie gone downhill, or are we just getting older? Why are some Wawa stores bonkers, and others a place where everyone knows your name? And why, in the event of an apocalypse, would the first thing we say be: “Damn, I can’t go to Wawa”? Host Trenae Nuri reviews that and other existential Wawa questions with Philly Voice senior writer Michael Tanenbaum.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Delaware River Waterfront Corp Wawas have been closing all around Philly for the past couple of years. Now Sheetz wants a piece of their pie. Why are Wawas shutting down stores in Philly proper? Has the quality of their hoagie gone downhill, or are we just getting older? Why are some Wawa stores bonkers, and others a place where everyone knows your name? And why, in the event of an apocalypse, would the first thing we say be: “Damn, I can’t go to Wawa”? Host Trenae Nuri reviews that and other existential Wawa questions with Philly Voice senior writer Michael Tanenbaum. 

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]]> 2119 How Philly Could Be Better: How the Twin Cities Organized. Plus, What Counts As ‘Cold’? All eyes have been on the Twin Cities lately, including Philadelphians’. Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending in Minnesota, with the withdrawal of immigration agents expected over the next week. Over the last two months, though, residents of the Twin Cities have organized a range of local collective action efforts including protests, mutual aid, and monitoring ICE — and they’ve done it quickly. In this inaugural episode of “Your City Could Be Better,” City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Twin Cities podcast host Sean McPherson about how his community self-organized, why these networks have been so successful, and what other cities can take away from Minnesotans’ response to Operation Metro Surge. Plus, we have a D.C. vs. Twin Cities face-off on local cultural norms. We also mentioned this episode of City Cast Twin Cities. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast All eyes have been on the Twin Cities lately, including Philadelphians’. Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending in Minnesota, with the withdrawal of immigration agents expected over the next week. Over the last two months, though, residents of the Twin Cities have organized a range of local collective action efforts including protests, mutual aid, and monitoring ICE — and they’ve done it quickly. In this inaugural episode of “Your City Could Be Better,” City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Twin Cities podcast host Sean McPherson about how his community self-organized, why these networks have been so successful, and what other cities can take away from Minnesotans’ response to Operation Metro Surge. Plus, we have a D.C. vs. Twin Cities face-off on local cultural norms. We also mentioned this episode of City Cast Twin Cities. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. All eyes have been on the Twin Cities lately, including Philadelphians’. Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending in Minnesota, with the withdrawal of immigration agents expected over the next week. Over the last two months, though, residents of the Twin Cities have organized a range of local collective action efforts including protests, mutual aid, and monitoring ICE — and they’ve done it quickly. In this inaugural episode of “Your City Could Be Better,” City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Twin Cities podcast host Sean McPherson about how his community self-organized, why these networks have been so successful, and what other cities can take away from Minnesotans’ response to Operation Metro Surge. Plus, we have a D.C. vs. Twin Cities face-off on local cultural norms.

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]]> 1925 Anger Builds Over School Closure Plan, Smokin’ Joe Frazier Joins Rocky & Snow Melt Reveals Poop It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about anger over the school district’s plan to close 20 schools and how these cold winter days are straining our streets, subways, and libraries. Plus, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss the latest on the decision to relocate the “Smokin’” Joe Frazier statue to the bottom of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Also, with snow melting just a little, why is there so much dog crap showing up?  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘I pray it doesn’t happen’: Philadelphia reacts to plan to close 20 schools Library warming centers strained workers and left people without help for complex issues, staff say A burst pipe at the Tasker-Morris SEPTA station left a geyser of ice hanging from ceiling and covering floor ‘Smokin’’ Joe Frazier statue gets approval to move on up from South Philly to the Art Museum This beloved Kensington middle school just celebrated its 100th year. It may not be open much longer. Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against the months-long ICE operation there. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about anger over the school district’s plan to close 20 schools and how these cold winter days are straining our streets, subways, and libraries. Plus, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss the latest on the decision to relocate the “Smokin’” Joe Frazier statue to the bottom of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Also, with snow melting just a little, why is there so much dog crap showing up?  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘I pray it doesn’t happen’: Philadelphia reacts to plan to close 20 schools Library warming centers strained workers and left people without help for complex issues, staff say A burst pipe at the Tasker-Morris SEPTA station left a geyser of ice hanging from ceiling and covering floor ‘Smokin’’ Joe Frazier statue gets approval to move on up from South Philly to the Art Museum This beloved Kensington middle school just celebrated its 100th year. It may not be open much longer. Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against the months-long ICE operation there. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about anger over the school district’s plan to close 20 schools and how these cold winter days are straining our streets, subways, and libraries. Plus, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss the latest on the decision to relocate the “Smokin’” Joe Frazier statue to the bottom of the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Also, with snow melting just a little, why is there so much dog crap showing up? 

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]]> 2300 How 200+ People Found Love at McGillin's McGillin’s Olde Ale House isn’t just the oldest bar in the city; it may also be Cupid’s most frequented watering hole. With Valentine’s Day this weekend, we’re listening back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Chris Mullins, the bar’s owner, about hundreds of couples who found love at the ale house. They also talk about the “Love Letters Book,” which lists the signatures of couples who met at the bar. Plus, we included some meet-cute stories from three of those happy couples to get you in the mood for love’s biggest weekend. This episode originally aired on February 11th, 2025. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10  Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast McGillin’s Olde Ale House isn’t just the oldest bar in the city; it may also be Cupid’s most frequented watering hole. With Valentine’s Day this weekend, we’re listening back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Chris Mullins, the bar’s owner, about hundreds of couples who found love at the ale house. They also talk about the “Love Letters Book,” which lists the signatures of couples who met at the bar. Plus, we included some meet-cute stories from three of those happy couples to get you in the mood for love’s biggest weekend. This episode originally aired on February 11th, 2025. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10  McGillin’s Olde Ale House isn’t just the oldest bar in the city; it may also be Cupid’s most frequented watering hole. With Valentine’s Day this weekend, we’re listening back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Chris Mullins, the bar’s owner, about hundreds of couples who found love at the ale house. They also talk about the “Love Letters Book,” which lists the signatures of couples who met at the bar. Plus, we included some meet-cute stories from three of those happy couples to get you in the mood for love’s biggest weekend.

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]]> 1270 The (Many) Philadelphians Running for Congress This Year With the retirement of Congressman Dwight Evans, Philly has an election this year for an open congressional seat, which doesn’t come along very often. That’s why there are at least 10 Democrats vying for the seat in the May primary. The third congressional district covers most of the city and is very blue, making the primary in three months the race to watch. But how are voters supposed to make sense of race with this many candidates? Our political contributor Lauren Vidas joins host Trenae Nuri to sort it all out.  Our newsletter has Philly news, politics & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With the retirement of Congressman Dwight Evans, Philly has an election this year for an open congressional seat, which doesn’t come along very often. That’s why there are at least 10 Democrats vying for the seat in the May primary. The third congressional district covers most of the city and is very blue, making the primary in three months the race to watch. But how are voters supposed to make sense of race with this many candidates? Our political contributor Lauren Vidas joins host Trenae Nuri to sort it all out.  Our newsletter has Philly news, politics & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 With the retirement of Congressman Dwight Evans, Philly has an election this year for an open congressional seat, which doesn’t come along very often. That’s why there are at least 10 Democrats vying for the seat in the May primary. The third congressional district covers most of the city and is very blue, making the primary in three months the race to watch. But how are voters supposed to make sense of race with this many candidates? Our political contributor Lauren Vidas joins host Trenae Nuri to sort it all out. 

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]]> 1387 The Must-Order Dish at Philly's Best Restaurants https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly restaurants are top-tier. Old and new food establishments are serving some of the most craveable food and drinks around. Host Trenae Nuri talked with food contributor Alisha Miranda about the iconic dishes you need to try at Philly’s best restaurants. Whether it's a sesame-crust hot-honey pizza or a duck fat cubano, you can’t get these signature meals anywhere else.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly restaurants are top-tier. Old and new food establishments are serving some of the most craveable food and drinks around. Host Trenae Nuri talked with food contributor Alisha Miranda about the iconic dishes you need to try at Philly’s best restaurants. Whether it's a sesame-crust hot-honey pizza or a duck fat cubano, you can’t get these signature meals anywhere else.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Philly restaurants are top-tier. Old and new food establishments are serving some of the most craveable food and drinks around. Host Trenae Nuri talked with food contributor Alisha Miranda about the iconic dishes you need to try at Philly’s best restaurants. Whether it's a sesame-crust hot-honey pizza or a duck fat cubano, you can’t get these signature meals anywhere else. 

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]]> 2086 Renters' Rights 101 When it comes to renting in this city, some of us experience good landlords – great ones, even. While other property owners do the bare minimum, or nothing at all. If you’ve faced an eviction threat or an unresponsive landlord, or if you’re in the apartment-hunting process right now, be sure to listen to today’s episode. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Catherine Anderson, an attorney who represents tenants at Philadelphia Legal Assistance. We’re learning about what your rights are as a Philly renter.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When it comes to renting in this city, some of us experience good landlords – great ones, even. While other property owners do the bare minimum, or nothing at all. If you’ve faced an eviction threat or an unresponsive landlord, or if you’re in the apartment-hunting process right now, be sure to listen to today’s episode. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Catherine Anderson, an attorney who represents tenants at Philadelphia Legal Assistance. We’re learning about what your rights are as a Philly renter.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: South by Southwest - Unlock a 10% discount on your Innovation Badge when you use code citycast10 Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise When it comes to renting in this city, some of us experience good landlords – great ones, even. While other property owners do the bare minimum, or nothing at all. If you’ve faced an eviction threat or an unresponsive landlord, or if you’re in the apartment-hunting process right now, be sure to listen to today’s episode. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Catherine Anderson, an attorney who represents tenants at Philadelphia Legal Assistance. We’re learning about what your rights are as a Philly renter. 

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]]> 2313 Frozen Car, Art Museum Changes Its Name (Again) & Our Recap from The Tasties It’s the Friday News Roundup. How did the city do with the snow clean-up? And why were people visiting “Frozen Car” in Fishtown? We also recap The Tasties award ceremony and explain why the name of our Art Museum is once again changing (back) its name. Also, there’s a chicken at the Philadelphia Zoo who knows who will win the Super Bowl on Sunday.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphians are frustrated with the city’s snow storm cleanup. What does that mean for Mayor Cherelle Parker? A frozen car in Fishtown became a tourist attraction on Google Maps ‘It’s the straw that broke my friggin’ back’: Dirty Franks goes 25-and-older after someone tried to get in with a fake Ben Franklin ID Meet Chick Pea, a Brahma chicken at the Philadelphia Zoo who’s poised to predict this weekend’s Super Bowl winner Museum reverses course, and it’s the ‘Philadelphia Museum of Art’ once again The Tasties winners Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. How did the city do with the snow clean-up? And why were people visiting “Frozen Car” in Fishtown? We also recap The Tasties award ceremony and explain why the name of our Art Museum is once again changing (back) its name. Also, there’s a chicken at the Philadelphia Zoo who knows who will win the Super Bowl on Sunday.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphians are frustrated with the city’s snow storm cleanup. What does that mean for Mayor Cherelle Parker? A frozen car in Fishtown became a tourist attraction on Google Maps ‘It’s the straw that broke my friggin’ back’: Dirty Franks goes 25-and-older after someone tried to get in with a fake Ben Franklin ID Meet Chick Pea, a Brahma chicken at the Philadelphia Zoo who’s poised to predict this weekend’s Super Bowl winner Museum reverses course, and it’s the ‘Philadelphia Museum of Art’ once again The Tasties winners Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. How did the city do with the snow clean-up? And why were people visiting “Frozen Car” in Fishtown? We also recap The Tasties award ceremony and explain why the name of our Art Museum is once again changing (back) its name. Also, there’s a chicken at the Philadelphia Zoo who knows who will win the Super Bowl on Sunday. 

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]]> 2426 Take Me Out On a Date for $25 Hey, love birds! If you’re planning ways to impress your sweetheart, but you’re low on cash, we got you. We’re listening back to our round-up of fun, creative, and cheap date ideas curated by host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz. These budget-friendly ideas to keep the romance alive (or land a second date) are under $25.  Find more ways to save with a SEPTA Key or an EBT Card. This episode originally aired on April 28, 2025. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Hey, love birds! If you’re planning ways to impress your sweetheart, but you’re low on cash, we got you. We’re listening back to our round-up of fun, creative, and cheap date ideas curated by host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz. These budget-friendly ideas to keep the romance alive (or land a second date) are under $25.  Find more ways to save with a SEPTA Key or an EBT Card. This episode originally aired on April 28, 2025. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Hey, love birds! If you’re planning ways to impress your sweetheart, but you’re low on cash, we got you. We’re listening back to our round-up of fun, creative, and cheap date ideas curated by host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz. These budget-friendly ideas to keep the romance alive (or land a second date) are under $25. 

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]]> 1177 City Council is Going After ICE. Here’s How. City Council acted last week on a package of bills to protect Philadelphia residents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and their operations in the city. The bills ban agents’ use of masks and unmarked vehicles, restrict their ability to operate out of city-owned spaces, and prevent Philadelphia police and other city agencies from assisting with immigration enforcement. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with the bills’ sponsors, Councilmember Rue Landau and Council Minority Leader Kendra Brooks, about the proposals and the fear currently sweeping through the city’s immigrant communities. Thoughts on ICE in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast City Council acted last week on a package of bills to protect Philadelphia residents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and their operations in the city. The bills ban agents’ use of masks and unmarked vehicles, restrict their ability to operate out of city-owned spaces, and prevent Philadelphia police and other city agencies from assisting with immigration enforcement. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with the bills’ sponsors, Councilmember Rue Landau and Council Minority Leader Kendra Brooks, about the proposals and the fear currently sweeping through the city’s immigrant communities. Thoughts on ICE in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise City Council acted last week on a package of bills to protect Philadelphia residents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and their operations in the city. The bills ban agents’ use of masks and unmarked vehicles, restrict their ability to operate out of city-owned spaces, and prevent Philadelphia police and other city agencies from assisting with immigration enforcement. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with the bills’ sponsors, Councilmember Rue Landau and Council Minority Leader Kendra Brooks, about the proposals and the fear currently sweeping through the city’s immigrant communities.

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]]> 1577 Dinner Experiences for Valentine’s Day or Any Special Occasion Are you looking to zhuzh up your night out? Tired of just doing dinner and drinks? Need a special date idea for Valentine’s Day? Host Trenae Nuri is talking with executive producer Matt Katz and food contributor Alisha Miranda about the best Philly dining experiences that are more than just great food – we’re talking about the most interesting tasting menus and dining experiences that are coupled with jazz, opera, or interactive games.  Follow Alisha's food adventures here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Are you looking to zhuzh up your night out? Tired of just doing dinner and drinks? Need a special date idea for Valentine’s Day? Host Trenae Nuri is talking with executive producer Matt Katz and food contributor Alisha Miranda about the best Philly dining experiences that are more than just great food – we’re talking about the most interesting tasting menus and dining experiences that are coupled with jazz, opera, or interactive games.  Follow Alisha's food adventures here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Are you looking to zhuzh up your night out? Tired of just doing dinner and drinks? Need a special date idea for Valentine’s Day? Host Trenae Nuri is talking with executive producer Matt Katz and food contributor Alisha Miranda about the best Philly dining experiences that are more than just great food – we’re talking about the most interesting tasting menus and dining experiences that are coupled with jazz, opera, or interactive games. 

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]]> 1818 Your Guide to February 2026 in Philly With love on your mind this February, Philly has a long lineup of activities, new restaurants, and civic engagement opportunities you’ll adore. In this episode, you’ll hear ways to mark Valentine’s Day — or a scorned love — plus two competing beer festivals and a new tea room opening in West Philly. And if you love our picks for free things to do in this episode, don’t miss our recent episode about alcohol-free (and cheap) nighttime activities.  For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Philly, check out our newsletter's take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With love on your mind this February, Philly has a long lineup of activities, new restaurants, and civic engagement opportunities you’ll adore. In this episode, you’ll hear ways to mark Valentine’s Day — or a scorned love — plus two competing beer festivals and a new tea room opening in West Philly. And if you love our picks for free things to do in this episode, don’t miss our recent episode about alcohol-free (and cheap) nighttime activities.  For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Philly, check out our newsletter's take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise With love on your mind this February, Philly has a long lineup of activities, new restaurants, and civic engagement opportunities you’ll adore. In this episode, you’ll hear ways to mark Valentine’s Day — or a scorned love — plus two competing beer festivals and a new tea room opening in West Philly. And if you love our picks for free things to do in this episode, don’t miss our recent episode about alcohol-free (and cheap) nighttime activities. 

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]]> 2007 ICE Protests, Parker Speaks on Slavery Exhibit & Snow is Everywhere https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about how Philly’s District Attorney is teaming up with a national coalition of prosecutors to push back against ICE. Plus, Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks out about the slavery exhibit removed from the President's House. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz also discuss how the city is still digging out from Sunday’s snowstorm.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  DA Larry Krasner forms coalition of progressive prosecutors committed to charging federal agents who commit crimes Sen. McCormick talks immigration enforcement, shooting death, ICE funding during telephone town hall Nationwide boycott targeting ICE planned for Friday Mayor Parker Addressing Exhibit Removal at Independence Mall Governor Shapiro Takes Legal Action to Challenge Trump Administration’s Removal of Slavery Exhibit at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia PETA wants to replace Punxsutawney Phil with 3D hologram Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about how Philly’s District Attorney is teaming up with a national coalition of prosecutors to push back against ICE. Plus, Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks out about the slavery exhibit removed from the President's House. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz also discuss how the city is still digging out from Sunday’s snowstorm.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  DA Larry Krasner forms coalition of progressive prosecutors committed to charging federal agents who commit crimes Sen. McCormick talks immigration enforcement, shooting death, ICE funding during telephone town hall Nationwide boycott targeting ICE planned for Friday Mayor Parker Addressing Exhibit Removal at Independence Mall Governor Shapiro Takes Legal Action to Challenge Trump Administration’s Removal of Slavery Exhibit at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia PETA wants to replace Punxsutawney Phil with 3D hologram Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about how Philly’s District Attorney is teaming up with a national coalition of prosecutors to push back against ICE.

Plus, Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks out about the slavery exhibit removed from the President's House. Host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz also discuss how the city is still digging out from Sunday’s snowstorm. 


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]]> 1737 Where To Cure the Winter Blues in Philly There are tons of affordable ways to hone in on self-care during the cold months. Host Trenae Nuri talks with senior producer Abby Fritz to put you on to the best ways to beat cabin fever this winter, with everything from red light therapy to steamy fitness classes to sledding spots.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast There are tons of affordable ways to hone in on self-care during the cold months. Host Trenae Nuri talks with senior producer Abby Fritz to put you on to the best ways to beat cabin fever this winter, with everything from red light therapy to steamy fitness classes to sledding spots.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise There are tons of affordable ways to hone in on self-care during the cold months. Host Trenae Nuri talks with senior producer Abby Fritz to put you on to the best ways to beat cabin fever this winter, with everything from red light therapy to steamy fitness classes to sledding spots. 

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]]> 1878 Council Weighs ICE Restrictions & School Closures As Philly Digs Out https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and political contributor Lauren Vidas discuss how the city handled the snowstorm and the clean-up. Plus, they talk about the school district’s plan to close 20 schools, Mayor Cherelle Parker finally getting City Council approval for her housing plan, and a proposal to limit the powers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (and their face coverings).  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and political contributor Lauren Vidas discuss how the city handled the snowstorm and the clean-up. Plus, they talk about the school district’s plan to close 20 schools, Mayor Cherelle Parker finally getting City Council approval for her housing plan, and a proposal to limit the powers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (and their face coverings).  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and political contributor Lauren Vidas discuss how the city handled the snowstorm and the clean-up. Plus, they talk about the school district’s plan to close 20 schools, Mayor Cherelle Parker finally getting City Council approval for her housing plan, and a proposal to limit the powers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (and their face coverings). 

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]]> 1728 How Philly Will Celebrate Nation's 250th in a Complicated America This year marks the 250th anniversary of the nation, birthed right here in Philly. There are tons of festivals and block parties planned, along with sporting events like the FIFA World Cup, the NCAA tournament, and the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. But why should Philadelphians get excited about the 2026 hoopla, especially at a time that many of us see as a dark moment in our nation’s history? Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, to talk about the challenges, joys, and expectations when it comes to celebrating America, and us, in 2026. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This year marks the 250th anniversary of the nation, birthed right here in Philly. There are tons of festivals and block parties planned, along with sporting events like the FIFA World Cup, the NCAA tournament, and the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. But why should Philadelphians get excited about the 2026 hoopla, especially at a time that many of us see as a dark moment in our nation’s history? Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, to talk about the challenges, joys, and expectations when it comes to celebrating America, and us, in 2026. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This year marks the 250th anniversary of the nation, birthed right here in Philly. There are tons of festivals and block parties planned, along with sporting events like the FIFA World Cup, the NCAA tournament, and the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. But why should Philadelphians get excited about the 2026 hoopla, especially at a time that many of us see as a dark moment in our nation’s history? Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, to talk about the challenges, joys, and expectations when it comes to celebrating America, and us, in 2026.

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]]> 2141 What Dismantling Slavery Exhibit on Independence Mall Really Means National Park Service workers used crowbars and wrenches last week to dismantle exhibits that mentioned slavery at the President's House at Independence National Historical Park. It took 90 minutes to remove the signs honoring nine people enslaved at this home by President George Washington. The city immediately filed a lawsuit demanding the exhibits be reinstalled. We knew this was coming; we just didn’t know when. Under an executive order issued by President Donald Trump last year, material at national monuments, museums, and parks that “inappropriately disparage Americans” were slated for removal. At the time, host Trenae Nuri spoke with the Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, historiographer of the global African Methodist Church. Until last year, he was the pastor at Mother Bethel AME Church just a few blocks away. In light of last week’s events, today we’re listening back on that conversation.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast National Park Service workers used crowbars and wrenches last week to dismantle exhibits that mentioned slavery at the President's House at Independence National Historical Park. It took 90 minutes to remove the signs honoring nine people enslaved at this home by President George Washington. The city immediately filed a lawsuit demanding the exhibits be reinstalled. We knew this was coming; we just didn’t know when. Under an executive order issued by President Donald Trump last year, material at national monuments, museums, and parks that “inappropriately disparage Americans” were slated for removal. At the time, host Trenae Nuri spoke with the Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, historiographer of the global African Methodist Church. Until last year, he was the pastor at Mother Bethel AME Church just a few blocks away. In light of last week’s events, today we’re listening back on that conversation.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise National Park Service workers used crowbars and wrenches last week to dismantle exhibits that mentioned slavery at the President's House at Independence National Historical Park. It took 90 minutes to remove the signs honoring nine people enslaved at this home by President George Washington. The city immediately filed a lawsuit demanding the exhibits be reinstalled. We knew this was coming; we just didn’t know when. Under an executive order issued by President Donald Trump last year, material at national monuments, museums, and parks that “inappropriately disparage Americans” were slated for removal. At the time, host Trenae Nuri spoke with the Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, historiographer of the global African Methodist Church. Until last year, he was the pastor at Mother Bethel AME Church just a few blocks away. In light of last week’s events, today we’re listening back on that conversation. 

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]]> 1830 Home Factory Proposal, Trump Seeks List of Jews at Penn & Our Favorite Sledding Spots This week Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled two innovative proposals for creating housing in the city. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about those plans and the court fight over the Trump administration's subpoena for a list of Jewish students and employees at the University of Pennsylvania. There’s also a major snowstorm coming our way this weekend, so we give some ideas for where to go sledding. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils plans for modular housing factory in North Philadelphia  Two years in, here’s how Philly’s political insiders think Cherelle Parker is doing as mayor Philadelphia building trades unions will loan $50M to help redevelop the dilapidated Brith Sholom House Who’s a Jew? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This week Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled two innovative proposals for creating housing in the city. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about those plans and the court fight over the Trump administration's subpoena for a list of Jewish students and employees at the University of Pennsylvania. There’s also a major snowstorm coming our way this weekend, so we give some ideas for where to go sledding. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils plans for modular housing factory in North Philadelphia  Two years in, here’s how Philly’s political insiders think Cherelle Parker is doing as mayor Philadelphia building trades unions will loan $50M to help redevelop the dilapidated Brith Sholom House Who’s a Jew? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This week Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled two innovative proposals for creating housing in the city. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about those plans and the court fight over the Trump administration's subpoena for a list of Jewish students and employees at the University of Pennsylvania. There’s also a major snowstorm coming our way this weekend, so we give some ideas for where to go sledding.

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]]> 1774 Is South Street Changing?  In part three of our South Street Series, covering the past, present, and Future of one of Philly's most iconic streets, we take a look at the mix of businesses that have made the corridor distinct. Host Trenae Nuri talked with Drexel University Professor Richardson Dilworth, Condom Kingdom owner Stu Schlaffman, Streets Dept. founder Conrad Benner, Councilmember Mark Squilla, and Jim’s South Street president Ken Silver.  This episode originally aired on Sept. 10th, 2025. You can find the whole series in the podcast feed.  What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In part three of our South Street Series, covering the past, present, and Future of one of Philly's most iconic streets, we take a look at the mix of businesses that have made the corridor distinct. Host Trenae Nuri talked with Drexel University Professor Richardson Dilworth, Condom Kingdom owner Stu Schlaffman, Streets Dept. founder Conrad Benner, Councilmember Mark Squilla, and Jim’s South Street president Ken Silver.  This episode originally aired on Sept. 10th, 2025. You can find the whole series in the podcast feed.  What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise In part three of our South Street Series, covering the past, present, and Future of one of Philly's most iconic streets, we take a look at the mix of businesses that have made the corridor distinct. Host Trenae Nuri talked with Drexel University Professor Richardson Dilworth, Condom Kingdom owner Stu Schlaffman, Streets Dept. founder Conrad Benner, Councilmember Mark Squilla, and Jim’s South Street president Ken Silver. 

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]]> 2160 Police Commissioner on ICE, Plunging Murder Rate & Future of the Philly Police Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is running Philly’s police department as ICE descends on cities across the country, leading to conflict between federal law enforcement officers, immigrant communities, and protesters. We get Bethel’s perspective on the role of the Philadelphia police department when it comes to ICE. Host Trenae Nuri also asks about the city’s 2025 murder rate, which was the lowest since 1966. And in the second part of the show we bring in David Zega, the executive director for strategy for the department, to talk about the new and unprecedented five-year strategic plan for the Philadelphia Police Department. The public comment period for the strategic plan, which you can read here, ends Feb. 11.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is running Philly’s police department as ICE descends on cities across the country, leading to conflict between federal law enforcement officers, immigrant communities, and protesters. We get Bethel’s perspective on the role of the Philadelphia police department when it comes to ICE. Host Trenae Nuri also asks about the city’s 2025 murder rate, which was the lowest since 1966. And in the second part of the show we bring in David Zega, the executive director for strategy for the department, to talk about the new and unprecedented five-year strategic plan for the Philadelphia Police Department. The public comment period for the strategic plan, which you can read here, ends Feb. 11.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel is running Philly’s police department as ICE descends on cities across the country, leading to conflict between federal law enforcement officers, immigrant communities, and protesters. We get Bethel’s perspective on the role of the Philadelphia police department when it comes to ICE. Host Trenae Nuri also asks about the city’s 2025 murder rate, which was the lowest since 1966. And in the second part of the show we bring in David Zega, the executive director for strategy for the department, to talk about the new and unprecedented five-year strategic plan for the Philadelphia Police Department. The public comment period for the strategic plan, which you can read here, ends Feb. 11. 

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]]> 2618 Philly’s Most Iconic Restaurants Restaurant accolades like Michelin stars and James Beard awards are nice, but no one knows Philly like Philly. On Feb. 1, a restaurant will be crowned with the "Icon Award" at The Tasties, the homegrown culinary award ceremony that celebrates the best of our city’s food and drink industry. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Eli Kulp, host of The CHEF Radio and Delicious City Philly podcasts, partner at High Street Hospitality Group, and one of the creators of The Tasties. They dish about what it takes to be an iconic restaurant in Philadelphia, the surprising names that didn't make the cut, and the immersive experiences that will raise the bar for the second Tasties awards ceremony and afterparty next month.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Restaurant accolades like Michelin stars and James Beard awards are nice, but no one knows Philly like Philly. On Feb. 1, a restaurant will be crowned with the "Icon Award" at The Tasties, the homegrown culinary award ceremony that celebrates the best of our city’s food and drink industry. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Eli Kulp, host of The CHEF Radio and Delicious City Philly podcasts, partner at High Street Hospitality Group, and one of the creators of The Tasties. They dish about what it takes to be an iconic restaurant in Philadelphia, the surprising names that didn't make the cut, and the immersive experiences that will raise the bar for the second Tasties awards ceremony and afterparty next month.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Restaurant accolades like Michelin stars and James Beard awards are nice, but no one knows Philly like Philly. On Feb. 1, a restaurant will be crowned with the "Icon Award" at The Tasties, the homegrown culinary award ceremony that celebrates the best of our city’s food and drink industry. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Eli Kulp, host of The CHEF Radio and Delicious City Philly podcasts, partner at High Street Hospitality Group, and one of the creators of The Tasties. They dish about what it takes to be an iconic restaurant in Philadelphia, the surprising names that didn't make the cut, and the immersive experiences that will raise the bar for the second Tasties awards ceremony and afterparty next month. 

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]]> 2470 State Senator Curses Out Philly, Tow Truck Violence & New (Temporary) Bus Terminal It’s the Friday News Roundup, where host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz catch you up on the news of the week, including: How threats by Philly law enforcement officials to arrest ICE officers led a state senator to call the whole city a “shithole,” why Philly’s new bus terminal is really just a temporary one, and what has prompted a series of shootings involving tow truck drivers.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Police probe 3 killings allegedly tied to Philadelphia tow company Mayor Cherelle L. Parker Signs Bill to Fund Revitalization of Interim Intercity Bus Facility at 1001 Filbert Street​ Philly bus terminal moving forward on Filbert Street ‘We will arrest you’: District attorney, sheriff double down on warnings to arrest ICE agents in Philly Lawmakers warn Philly officials against prosecuting ICE agents: 'That's not how America works' Suffs Is the Perfect Musical for This Moment How To Celebrate MLK Day 2026 in Philly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup, where host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz catch you up on the news of the week, including: How threats by Philly law enforcement officials to arrest ICE officers led a state senator to call the whole city a “shithole,” why Philly’s new bus terminal is really just a temporary one, and what has prompted a series of shootings involving tow truck drivers.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Police probe 3 killings allegedly tied to Philadelphia tow company Mayor Cherelle L. Parker Signs Bill to Fund Revitalization of Interim Intercity Bus Facility at 1001 Filbert Street​ Philly bus terminal moving forward on Filbert Street ‘We will arrest you’: District attorney, sheriff double down on warnings to arrest ICE agents in Philly Lawmakers warn Philly officials against prosecuting ICE agents: 'That's not how America works' Suffs Is the Perfect Musical for This Moment How To Celebrate MLK Day 2026 in Philly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup, where host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz catch you up on the news of the week, including: How threats by Philly law enforcement officials to arrest ICE officers led a state senator to call the whole city a “shithole,” why Philly’s new bus terminal is really just a temporary one, and what has prompted a series of shootings involving tow truck drivers. 

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]]> 1857 Why Philly Has Partied on South Street for Generations Whether you're an out-of-towner or lifelong Philadelphian, you have probably visited South Street to see your favorite band at the TLA, grab a citywide, or eat a cheesesteak at Jim’s. We're revisiting the second part of our series on this iconic street diving into what has drawn people to it for centuries: Entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with legendary Philly DJ Cosmo Baker, Philly Jazz Legacy Project consulting archivist Jack McCarthy, Bob & Barbara’s owner Jack Prince, author David Bradley (whose book South Street is republishing next year), and Odunde CEO Bumi Fernandez-West.  This episode originally aired on Sept. 9th, 2025. You can find the whole series in the podcast feed.  What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 15 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Whether you're an out-of-towner or lifelong Philadelphian, you have probably visited South Street to see your favorite band at the TLA, grab a citywide, or eat a cheesesteak at Jim’s. We're revisiting the second part of our series on this iconic street diving into what has drawn people to it for centuries: Entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with legendary Philly DJ Cosmo Baker, Philly Jazz Legacy Project consulting archivist Jack McCarthy, Bob & Barbara’s owner Jack Prince, author David Bradley (whose book South Street is republishing next year), and Odunde CEO Bumi Fernandez-West.  This episode originally aired on Sept. 9th, 2025. You can find the whole series in the podcast feed.  What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Whether you're an out-of-towner or lifelong Philadelphian, you have probably visited South Street to see your favorite band at the TLA, grab a citywide, or eat a cheesesteak at Jim’s. We're revisiting the second part of our series on this iconic street diving into what has drawn people to it for centuries: Entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with legendary Philly DJ Cosmo Baker, Philly Jazz Legacy Project consulting archivist Jack McCarthy, Bob & Barbara’s owner Jack Prince, author David Bradley (whose book South Street is republishing next year), and Odunde CEO Bumi Fernandez-West. 

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]]> 2465 Councilmember Defends Philly Political Practice of ‘Councilmanic Prerogative’  On last week’s Wednesday politics episode, we heard criticism about a decades-long tradition in city government called “councilmanic prerogative.” This power enables our ten district City Council members to greenlight or stop projects on city-owned land in their districts – and get the final say on zoning changes. Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr. has become a focus of criticism because he refused to allow the reconstruction of the dilapidated Cecil B. Moore Library to move forward. He’s here to defend the practice – and his vision for the library. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On last week’s Wednesday politics episode, we heard criticism about a decades-long tradition in city government called “councilmanic prerogative.” This power enables our ten district City Council members to greenlight or stop projects on city-owned land in their districts – and get the final say on zoning changes. Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr. has become a focus of criticism because he refused to allow the reconstruction of the dilapidated Cecil B. Moore Library to move forward. He’s here to defend the practice – and his vision for the library. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise On last week’s Wednesday politics episode, we heard criticism about a decades-long tradition in city government called “councilmanic prerogative.” This power enables our ten district City Council members to greenlight or stop projects on city-owned land in their districts – and get the final say on zoning changes. Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr. has become a focus of criticism because he refused to allow the reconstruction of the dilapidated Cecil B. Moore Library to move forward. He’s here to defend the practice – and his vision for the library.

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]]> 1750 Alcohol-Free (And Cheap!) Nighttime Activities Philly has no shortage of after-hours events, but it can be tricky to find alcohol-free spaces—especially affordable ones. So whether you're giving dry January a try, or you've been sober for years, there's plenty of fun events - minus the booze - here in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón to give recommendations for the best cheap, late-night, and spirit-free activities.  Here's the episode with Bar Palmina, the only non-alcoholic bar in Philly, and the First Friday guide.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly has no shortage of after-hours events, but it can be tricky to find alcohol-free spaces—especially affordable ones. So whether you're giving dry January a try, or you've been sober for years, there's plenty of fun events - minus the booze - here in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón to give recommendations for the best cheap, late-night, and spirit-free activities.  Here's the episode with Bar Palmina, the only non-alcoholic bar in Philly, and the First Friday guide.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly has no shortage of after-hours events, but it can be tricky to find alcohol-free spaces—especially affordable ones. So whether you're giving dry January a try, or you've been sober for years, there's plenty of fun events - minus the booze - here in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón to give recommendations for the best cheap, late-night, and spirit-free activities. 

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]]> 2398 Windy Recycling Days Are the Worst. Can These Solutions Help? It’s trash day, and it’s windy. The result? Recycling strewn all over your block, milk cartons and Amazon boxes and cans of soup tumbling around on the curb and sidewalk. What’s up with how we pick up trash, or don’t, in our city? Why do windy recycling days make our streets look so gross? And isn’t there a better way? Our guest Nic Esposito, who once served as the city’s zero waste and litter director, tells host Trenae Nuri how we can be doing all of this better. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s trash day, and it’s windy. The result? Recycling strewn all over your block, milk cartons and Amazon boxes and cans of soup tumbling around on the curb and sidewalk. What’s up with how we pick up trash, or don’t, in our city? Why do windy recycling days make our streets look so gross? And isn’t there a better way? Our guest Nic Esposito, who once served as the city’s zero waste and litter director, tells host Trenae Nuri how we can be doing all of this better. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s trash day, and it’s windy. The result? Recycling strewn all over your block, milk cartons and Amazon boxes and cans of soup tumbling around on the curb and sidewalk. What’s up with how we pick up trash, or don’t, in our city? Why do windy recycling days make our streets look so gross? And isn’t there a better way? Our guest Nic Esposito, who once served as the city’s zero waste and litter director, tells host Trenae Nuri how we can be doing all of this better.

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]]> 1925 Shapiro Seeks Reelection, Scalpers Sell Restaurant Reservations & Eagles Begin Playoff Run It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about Gov. Josh Shapiro announcing his run for reelection against presumptive Republican nominee Stacy Garrity. Also, a man died in police custody in Mayfair and the city is cracking down on scalpers selling restaurant reservations. Plus: Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dish on Marc Vetri’s latest cookbook and the Eagles’ playoff run.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Garrity campaign tries to walk back election denial  Josh Shapiro’s reelection campaign in Pennsylvania starts now — but 2028 looms large Pa. State Sen. Doug Mastriano won’t run for governor again in 2026, after months of teasing a potential campaign launch Philly expands outdoor dining and cracks down on ‘reservation scalpers’ ahead of expected 2026 tourism Philly is trying to crack down on reservation scalpers Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about Gov. Josh Shapiro announcing his run for reelection against presumptive Republican nominee Stacy Garrity. Also, a man died in police custody in Mayfair and the city is cracking down on scalpers selling restaurant reservations. Plus: Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dish on Marc Vetri’s latest cookbook and the Eagles’ playoff run.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Garrity campaign tries to walk back election denial  Josh Shapiro’s reelection campaign in Pennsylvania starts now — but 2028 looms large Pa. State Sen. Doug Mastriano won’t run for governor again in 2026, after months of teasing a potential campaign launch Philly expands outdoor dining and cracks down on ‘reservation scalpers’ ahead of expected 2026 tourism Philly is trying to crack down on reservation scalpers Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about Gov. Josh Shapiro announcing his run for reelection against presumptive Republican nominee Stacy Garrity. Also, a man died in police custody in Mayfair and the city is cracking down on scalpers selling restaurant reservations. Plus: Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dish on Marc Vetri’s latest cookbook and the Eagles’ playoff run. 

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]]> 1676 Every Fascinating Thing You Didn't Know About South Street We love South Street here at City Cast Philly. Today we’re revisiting part one of our series looking at the history and influence of South Street, from the Schuylkill to the Delaware Rivers. These blocks are resilient — surviving riots, fights for human dignity, and near demolition by city planners. And these blocks are lively — art and music has kept this corridor brimming with creativity going back to the very beginning. Last September host Trenae Nuri interviewed political scientist Richardson Dilworth, journalist Dan Biddle, and Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to explain the street's storied past. We also use archival tape from the Philadelphia Department of Records. This episode originally aired on Sept. 8th, 2025. You can find all three-parts of the series in the podcast feed.  What’s your South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 08 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We love South Street here at City Cast Philly. Today we’re revisiting part one of our series looking at the history and influence of South Street, from the Schuylkill to the Delaware Rivers. These blocks are resilient — surviving riots, fights for human dignity, and near demolition by city planners. And these blocks are lively — art and music has kept this corridor brimming with creativity going back to the very beginning. Last September host Trenae Nuri interviewed political scientist Richardson Dilworth, journalist Dan Biddle, and Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to explain the street's storied past. We also use archival tape from the Philadelphia Department of Records. This episode originally aired on Sept. 8th, 2025. You can find all three-parts of the series in the podcast feed.  What’s your South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We love South Street here at City Cast Philly. Today we’re revisiting part one of our series looking at the history and influence of South Street, from the Schuylkill to the Delaware Rivers. These blocks are resilient — surviving riots, fights for human dignity, and near demolition by city planners. And these blocks are lively — art and music has kept this corridor brimming with creativity going back to the very beginning. Last September host Trenae Nuri interviewed political scientist Richardson Dilworth, journalist Dan Biddle, and Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to explain the street's storied past. We also use archival tape from the Philadelphia Department of Records.

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]]> 2095 WTH is 'Councilmanic Prerogative' & How Does it Affect Our Neighborhoods? It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics and the peculiar Philly political practice known as  “councilmanic prerogative.” It’s an unwritten rule here in Philly that basically gives district councilmembers a lot of power. They can greenlight new developments or bring projects to a complete stop. Over in North Philly, there’s tension between Councilmember Jeffrey “Jay” Young, Jr. and some community members over his use of councilmanic prerogative to block the long-planned reconstruction of the Cecil B. Moore Library. Daniel Pearson, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to discuss both the library issue and this nuance in city politics.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  PA Preferred Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics and the peculiar Philly political practice known as  “councilmanic prerogative.” It’s an unwritten rule here in Philly that basically gives district councilmembers a lot of power. They can greenlight new developments or bring projects to a complete stop. Over in North Philly, there’s tension between Councilmember Jeffrey “Jay” Young, Jr. and some community members over his use of councilmanic prerogative to block the long-planned reconstruction of the Cecil B. Moore Library. Daniel Pearson, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to discuss both the library issue and this nuance in city politics.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  PA Preferred Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics and the peculiar Philly political practice known as  “councilmanic prerogative.” It’s an unwritten rule here in Philly that basically gives district councilmembers a lot of power. They can greenlight new developments or bring projects to a complete stop. Over in North Philly, there’s tension between Councilmember Jeffrey “Jay” Young, Jr. and some community members over his use of councilmanic prerogative to block the long-planned reconstruction of the Cecil B. Moore Library. Daniel Pearson, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins us to discuss both the library issue and this nuance in city politics. 

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]]> 2392 Predictions 2026: Safer Streets, Political Shakeups & More Cheesesteaks. What can we expect for Philly in 2026? Will council members end their honeymoon with the mayor? Where will an AI data center open? And how many cheesesteak shops will open? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by the City Cast Philly team, executive producer Matt Katz, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón to drop our predictions for politics, food, and city life.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast What can we expect for Philly in 2026? Will council members end their honeymoon with the mayor? Where will an AI data center open? And how many cheesesteak shops will open? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by the City Cast Philly team, executive producer Matt Katz, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón to drop our predictions for politics, food, and city life.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: PA Preferred  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise What can we expect for Philly in 2026? Will council members end their honeymoon with the mayor? Where will an AI data center open? And how many cheesesteak shops will open? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by the City Cast Philly team, executive producer Matt Katz, senior producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón to drop our predictions for politics, food, and city life.  

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]]> 2445 What U.S. Cities Will Be Talking About in 2026 (Including Philly) https://philly.citycast.fm/ Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this January 5th episode: ⁠PA Preferred⁠ Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this January 5th episode: ⁠PA Preferred⁠ Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers.

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]]> 3448 Your Guide to January 2026 in Philly Happy New Year! We’re excited to welcome 2026 as the city begins to light up with so many big events. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying January, plus where to swing in a heated golf bay, eat a cheap "girl dinner," and learn about Philly's long list of firsts. And if you love Siani’s idea for swapping out your clothes, don’t miss our recent episode about the best thrift stores in Philly. For even more tips on how to make the most of January in Philly, check out our newsletter's take on what to do this month. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Simply Eloped. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Happy New Year! We’re excited to welcome 2026 as the city begins to light up with so many big events. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying January, plus where to swing in a heated golf bay, eat a cheap "girl dinner," and learn about Philly's long list of firsts. And if you love Siani’s idea for swapping out your clothes, don’t miss our recent episode about the best thrift stores in Philly. For even more tips on how to make the most of January in Philly, check out our newsletter's take on what to do this month. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Simply Eloped. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Happy New Year! We’re excited to welcome 2026 as the city begins to light up with so many big events. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying January, plus where to swing in a heated golf bay, eat a cheap "girl dinner," and learn about Philly's long list of firsts. And if you love Siani’s idea for swapping out your clothes, don’t miss our recent episode about the best thrift stores in Philly.

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]]> 2502 Philly’s Best Baked Goods In the mood for dessert? We’ve got the best spots for cinnamon rolls, cannolis, cookies, cakes, and more. Join host Trenae Nuri in conversation with food journalists for The Infatuation Philadelphia, Candis McLean and Alison Kessler.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In the mood for dessert? We’ve got the best spots for cinnamon rolls, cannolis, cookies, cakes, and more. Join host Trenae Nuri in conversation with food journalists for The Infatuation Philadelphia, Candis McLean and Alison Kessler.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise In the mood for dessert? We’ve got the best spots for cinnamon rolls, cannolis, cookies, cakes, and more. Join host Trenae Nuri in conversation with food journalists for The Infatuation Philadelphia, Candis McLean and Alison Kessler. 

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]]> 1413 These Philly Spots Are Perfect for Friends & Family Planning a trip to Philly or have guests visiting from out of town? Look no further for recommendations than this episode as the City Cast Philly team (host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, newsletter editor Siani Colón, and executive producer Matt Katz) give nothing but the best recommendations for must-do experiences, restaurants, and hidden gems in the city. What do you recommend visitors see and eat in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 To listen to our series on South Street that Trenae mentioned, our four episodes are here, here, here, and here. And here is our show on Carpenters’ Hall. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Planning a trip to Philly or have guests visiting from out of town? Look no further for recommendations than this episode as the City Cast Philly team (host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, newsletter editor Siani Colón, and executive producer Matt Katz) give nothing but the best recommendations for must-do experiences, restaurants, and hidden gems in the city. What do you recommend visitors see and eat in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 To listen to our series on South Street that Trenae mentioned, our four episodes are here, here, here, and here. And here is our show on Carpenters’ Hall. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Planning a trip to Philly or have guests visiting from out of town? Look no further for recommendations than this episode as the City Cast Philly team (host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, newsletter editor Siani Colón, and executive producer Matt Katz) give nothing but the best recommendations for must-do experiences, restaurants, and hidden gems in the city.

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]]> 2286 Philly's 11 Best Burgers for Under $20 What happened to burgers in this town? You used to be able to get a great burger for $10,  maybe $15. Now we’ve got $25-plus burgers everywhere. So host Trenae Nuri talks with food contributor Alisha Miranda about 11 spots in Philly where we can still find great burgers (and fries, of course) for $20 or less.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 23 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast What happened to burgers in this town? You used to be able to get a great burger for $10,  maybe $15. Now we’ve got $25-plus burgers everywhere. So host Trenae Nuri talks with food contributor Alisha Miranda about 11 spots in Philly where we can still find great burgers (and fries, of course) for $20 or less.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise What happened to burgers in this town? You used to be able to get a great burger for $10,  maybe $15. Now we’ve got $25-plus burgers everywhere. So host Trenae Nuri talks with food contributor Alisha Miranda about 11 spots in Philly where we can still find great burgers (and fries, of course) for $20 or less.  

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]]> 1608 Does PHL Really Suck? Philly has a big 2026 with major events such as the FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game, and celebrations for America’s semiquincentennial. And big events mean more tourists coming through Philly, especially through our airport. But Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) was just ranked dead last for the fifth year in a row in customer satisfaction. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Siani Colon, our newsletter editor, about whether that ranking rings true to Philadelphians and what PHL is doing to fix itself up before a big year of tourism.  Your thoughts on PHL? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped   Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 22 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly has a big 2026 with major events such as the FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game, and celebrations for America’s semiquincentennial. And big events mean more tourists coming through Philly, especially through our airport. But Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) was just ranked dead last for the fifth year in a row in customer satisfaction. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Siani Colon, our newsletter editor, about whether that ranking rings true to Philadelphians and what PHL is doing to fix itself up before a big year of tourism.  Your thoughts on PHL? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped   Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly has a big 2026 with major events such as the FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game, and celebrations for America’s semiquincentennial. And big events mean more tourists coming through Philly, especially through our airport. But Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) was just ranked dead last for the fifth year in a row in customer satisfaction. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Siani Colon, our newsletter editor, about whether that ranking rings true to Philadelphians and what PHL is doing to fix itself up before a big year of tourism. 

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]]> 2006 Homicides at Historic Low, New Street Drug & Top Philly Stories of 2025 It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about wrapping up 2025 with the fewest homicides in decades. There’s a new drug on our streets that’s overwhelming our hospitals. And we’re going to laugh off some of the biggest stories of the year. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also dish about their favorite City Cast episodes of 2025.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A Powerful New Drug Is Creating a ‘Withdrawal Crisis’ in Philadelphia Celebrating Progress and Shaping Philadelphia’s Future 10-year-old boy burned in Philadelphia plane crash returns home: "It's a miracle" A hidden alley could become a key walking path in Old City for 2026 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about wrapping up 2025 with the fewest homicides in decades. There’s a new drug on our streets that’s overwhelming our hospitals. And we’re going to laugh off some of the biggest stories of the year. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also dish about their favorite City Cast episodes of 2025.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A Powerful New Drug Is Creating a ‘Withdrawal Crisis’ in Philadelphia Celebrating Progress and Shaping Philadelphia’s Future 10-year-old boy burned in Philadelphia plane crash returns home: "It's a miracle" A hidden alley could become a key walking path in Old City for 2026 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about wrapping up 2025 with the fewest homicides in decades. There’s a new drug on our streets that’s overwhelming our hospitals. And we’re going to laugh off some of the biggest stories of the year. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also dish about their favorite City Cast episodes of 2025. 

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]]> 2115 7 Hotel Bars to Upgrade Your Philly Experience Hotels aren’t just a place for your friends and family to stay during the holidays. In Philly they’re also places to start toasting the new year, right now. Back in September host Trenae Nuri sat down with City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk about the best hotel bars in our city.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Hotels aren’t just a place for your friends and family to stay during the holidays. In Philly they’re also places to start toasting the new year, right now. Back in September host Trenae Nuri sat down with City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk about the best hotel bars in our city.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Hotels aren’t just a place for your friends and family to stay during the holidays. In Philly they’re also places to start toasting the new year, right now. Back in September host Trenae Nuri sat down with City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk about the best hotel bars in our city. 

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]]> 1152 ‘Disrespectful’: Emerging Feud Between Mayor & Council on Housing Policy Last week we saw a political fight erupt over Mayor Cherelle Parker’s signature proposal — the H.O.M.E. initiative, a $2 billion plan to create and preserve 30,000 units of housing. In a 16-1 vote, City Council amended the first phase of the mayor’s plan in order to lower the income thresholds for Philly renters and homeowners who would benefit from this, making more lower-income Philadelphians eligible for government aid to fix up their homes and make houses handicap accessible. But the mayor was not happy with Council changing her plan. She wants to prioritize Philadelphians with somewhat higher incomes in the first year of her housing initiative. On today’s show host Trenae Nuri talks with Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, who helped to lead the charge to change the mayor’s plan, about why she thinks City Council’s amendment was a victory for Philly. And then we get some analysis about what’s really going on in City Hall from our politics contributor, Lauren Vidas.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. If you enjoyed this interview with Janessa White, the Director & General Manager of Simply Eloped, learn more here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 17 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Last week we saw a political fight erupt over Mayor Cherelle Parker’s signature proposal — the H.O.M.E. initiative, a $2 billion plan to create and preserve 30,000 units of housing. In a 16-1 vote, City Council amended the first phase of the mayor’s plan in order to lower the income thresholds for Philly renters and homeowners who would benefit from this, making more lower-income Philadelphians eligible for government aid to fix up their homes and make houses handicap accessible. But the mayor was not happy with Council changing her plan. She wants to prioritize Philadelphians with somewhat higher incomes in the first year of her housing initiative. On today’s show host Trenae Nuri talks with Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, who helped to lead the charge to change the mayor’s plan, about why she thinks City Council’s amendment was a victory for Philly. And then we get some analysis about what’s really going on in City Hall from our politics contributor, Lauren Vidas.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. If you enjoyed this interview with Janessa White, the Director & General Manager of Simply Eloped, learn more here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Last week we saw a political fight erupt over Mayor Cherelle Parker’s signature proposal — the H.O.M.E. initiative, a $2 billion plan to create and preserve 30,000 units of housing. In a 16-1 vote, City Council amended the first phase of the mayor’s plan in order to lower the income thresholds for Philly renters and homeowners who would benefit from this, making more lower-income Philadelphians eligible for government aid to fix up their homes and make houses handicap accessible. But the mayor was not happy with Council changing her plan. She wants to prioritize Philadelphians with somewhat higher incomes in the first year of her housing initiative. On today’s show host Trenae Nuri talks with Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, who helped to lead the charge to change the mayor’s plan, about why she thinks City Council’s amendment was a victory for Philly. And then we get some analysis about what’s really going on in City Hall from our politics contributor, Lauren Vidas.  

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]]> 1964 Philly Soul Music Is Everywhere Right Now. You Need To Hear These Artists Philadelphia makes beautiful music. From intimate shows at Time and MilkBoy to large crowds at The Fillmore and the Met, Philly’s live music scene is unmatched. This past year, soul music in Philly really stood out. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Toya Haynes, editor of Philly Soul Now, who has curated the ultimate playlist of the best Philly soul music of 2025. They talk about the artists defining the sound right now, the venues shaping the culture, and why everyone’s band has someone from Philly. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphia makes beautiful music. From intimate shows at Time and MilkBoy to large crowds at The Fillmore and the Met, Philly’s live music scene is unmatched. This past year, soul music in Philly really stood out. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Toya Haynes, editor of Philly Soul Now, who has curated the ultimate playlist of the best Philly soul music of 2025. They talk about the artists defining the sound right now, the venues shaping the culture, and why everyone’s band has someone from Philly. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philadelphia makes beautiful music. From intimate shows at Time and MilkBoy to large crowds at The Fillmore and the Met, Philly’s live music scene is unmatched. This past year, soul music in Philly really stood out. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Toya Haynes, editor of Philly Soul Now, who has curated the ultimate playlist of the best Philly soul music of 2025. They talk about the artists defining the sound right now, the venues shaping the culture, and why everyone’s band has someone from Philly.

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]]> 1934 Caesar Salad Martinis, Bye-Bye QR Codes & More 2025 Drinking/Dining Trends  As the year draws to a close, our food contributor Alisha Miranda joins us to break down the year that was in restaurants and bars with host Trenae Nuri. What were the trends we observed? What were the highlights from 2025? What are we happy to leave behind (looking at you, QR-coded menus)?  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the year draws to a close, our food contributor Alisha Miranda joins us to break down the year that was in restaurants and bars with host Trenae Nuri. What were the trends we observed? What were the highlights from 2025? What are we happy to leave behind (looking at you, QR-coded menus)?  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As the year draws to a close, our food contributor Alisha Miranda joins us to break down the year that was in restaurants and bars with host Trenae Nuri. What were the trends we observed? What were the highlights from 2025? What are we happy to leave behind (looking at you, QR-coded menus)? 

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]]> 1952 Fight Over Housing Plan, Rocky Statue on the Move, Youth Football Players Arrested in Florida On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about how the mayor and council are throwing punches over the city’s big plan to create and fix 30,000 units of housing, why youth football players from Philly got arrested down in Florida, and where the Rocky statue is moving.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  8 members of Philly youth football team face felony charges in Florida Philly coach speaks out after teen players arrested in Florida for stealing Philly Council votes against Mayor Parker’s vision for her signature housing plan, signaling a win for progressives Does the Rocky statue really get twice as many visitors as the Liberty Bell? Yes, but ...  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about how the mayor and council are throwing punches over the city’s big plan to create and fix 30,000 units of housing, why youth football players from Philly got arrested down in Florida, and where the Rocky statue is moving.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  8 members of Philly youth football team face felony charges in Florida Philly coach speaks out after teen players arrested in Florida for stealing Philly Council votes against Mayor Parker’s vision for her signature housing plan, signaling a win for progressives Does the Rocky statue really get twice as many visitors as the Liberty Bell? Yes, but ...  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about how the mayor and council are throwing punches over the city’s big plan to create and fix 30,000 units of housing, why youth football players from Philly got arrested down in Florida, and where the Rocky statue is moving.  

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]]> 2120 Philly Gifts For Every Budget Happy holidays! Hanukkah starts Sunday night and Christmas is just around the bend, so we’ve got the Phillyiest gift guide for you. But the stakes are high because the City Cast Philly team is doing our own version of a white elephant gift exchange. Listen to get gift ideas and to find out what host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón win (or don’t win). Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Happy holidays! Hanukkah starts Sunday night and Christmas is just around the bend, so we’ve got the Phillyiest gift guide for you. But the stakes are high because the City Cast Philly team is doing our own version of a white elephant gift exchange. Listen to get gift ideas and to find out what host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón win (or don’t win). Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Simply Eloped Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Happy holidays! Hanukkah starts Sunday night and Christmas is just around the bend, so we’ve got the Phillyiest gift guide for you. But the stakes are high because the City Cast Philly team is doing our own version of a white elephant gift exchange. Listen to get gift ideas and to find out what host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Siani Colón win (or don’t win).

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]]> 2407 Keeping Phones Out of Classrooms & Funding SEPTA with State Senator Hughes State Senator Vincent Hughes, representing Philadelphia in the legislature since the mid-1980s, joins host Trenae Nuri for our weekly Wednesday politics show to talk about his bill to ban students from using phones in schools (⁠which advanced yesterday to a vote in the senate⁠), a new law to prevent discrimination based on hair (which was signed into law last month), and the reasons why SEPTA still needs more money (despite the recent bailouts) .  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast State Senator Vincent Hughes, representing Philadelphia in the legislature since the mid-1980s, joins host Trenae Nuri for our weekly Wednesday politics show to talk about his bill to ban students from using phones in schools (⁠which advanced yesterday to a vote in the senate⁠), a new law to prevent discrimination based on hair (which was signed into law last month), and the reasons why SEPTA still needs more money (despite the recent bailouts) .  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise State Senator Vincent Hughes, representing Philadelphia in the legislature since the mid-1980s, joins host Trenae Nuri for our weekly Wednesday politics show to talk about his bill to ban students from using phones in schools (⁠which advanced yesterday to a vote in the senate⁠), a new law to prevent discrimination based on hair (which was signed into law last month), and the reasons why SEPTA still needs more money (despite the recent bailouts) . 

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]]> 2452 What the FIFA World Cup Means for Philly In six months the world’s eyes will be on us. Philly is hosting six matches of the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, the most-watched sporting event in the world. And we just found out which countries will be playing here at Lincoln Financial Field come June. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Meg Kane, host city executive and CEO for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, to talk about the rise of soccer in Philly and why hosting the World Cup is a game-changer for Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In six months the world’s eyes will be on us. Philly is hosting six matches of the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, the most-watched sporting event in the world. And we just found out which countries will be playing here at Lincoln Financial Field come June. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Meg Kane, host city executive and CEO for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, to talk about the rise of soccer in Philly and why hosting the World Cup is a game-changer for Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise In six months the world’s eyes will be on us. Philly is hosting six matches of the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, the most-watched sporting event in the world. And we just found out which countries will be playing here at Lincoln Financial Field come June. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Meg Kane, host city executive and CEO for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, to talk about the rise of soccer in Philly and why hosting the World Cup is a game-changer for Philly. 

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]]> 2577 Bike Lane Controversies, From City Hall to Pine & Spruce Bike lanes continue to be a point of controversy on our city streets. More bike lanes are popping up in our neighborhoods, but activists want a bigger citywide network for cyclists – and they want the bike lanes protected to help prevent more injuries and deaths. In the latest installment of our occasional series, “Whose Streets,” host Trenae Nuri gets the latest on biking in the city — from City Hall to Fairmount Park to the Pine/Spruce Street corridor — with Dave Talone, organizer with Philly Bike Action. Have any experiences biking in the city or sharing the road with cyclists? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Bike lanes continue to be a point of controversy on our city streets. More bike lanes are popping up in our neighborhoods, but activists want a bigger citywide network for cyclists – and they want the bike lanes protected to help prevent more injuries and deaths. In the latest installment of our occasional series, “Whose Streets,” host Trenae Nuri gets the latest on biking in the city — from City Hall to Fairmount Park to the Pine/Spruce Street corridor — with Dave Talone, organizer with Philly Bike Action. Have any experiences biking in the city or sharing the road with cyclists? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Bike lanes continue to be a point of controversy on our city streets. More bike lanes are popping up in our neighborhoods, but activists want a bigger citywide network for cyclists – and they want the bike lanes protected to help prevent more injuries and deaths. In the latest installment of our occasional series, “Whose Streets,” host Trenae Nuri gets the latest on biking in the city — from City Hall to Fairmount Park to the Pine/Spruce Street corridor — with Dave Talone, organizer with Philly Bike Action.

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]]> 1838 Beefing Over H.O.M.E., Sidewalk Cafes & Dangerous Philly Roads It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss the news of the week, from the split between Mayor Parker and City Council over her big housing initiative to the pending arrival of driverless cars on the streets of Philly to the deplorable egging of an Eagles coach’s home.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Council took a rare stand against Mayor Parker by allotting more housing funds to the poorest Philadelphians Restaurateurs call for expanded sidewalk dining ahead of 2026 tourism surge A man died driving on Northwest Philly’s winding, wet roads. The neighborhood has tried addressing the danger for decades. A Philadelphia police officer critically injured in a motorcycle crash six years ago has died Waymo eyes Philadelphia expansion Self-driving car company Waymo officially expands to Philadelphia, has started letting cars drive themselves Police confirm Kevin Patullo's home was egged over weekend Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss the news of the week, from the split between Mayor Parker and City Council over her big housing initiative to the pending arrival of driverless cars on the streets of Philly to the deplorable egging of an Eagles coach’s home.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Council took a rare stand against Mayor Parker by allotting more housing funds to the poorest Philadelphians Restaurateurs call for expanded sidewalk dining ahead of 2026 tourism surge A man died driving on Northwest Philly’s winding, wet roads. The neighborhood has tried addressing the danger for decades. A Philadelphia police officer critically injured in a motorcycle crash six years ago has died Waymo eyes Philadelphia expansion Self-driving car company Waymo officially expands to Philadelphia, has started letting cars drive themselves Police confirm Kevin Patullo's home was egged over weekend Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz discuss the news of the week, from the split between Mayor Parker and City Council over her big housing initiative to the pending arrival of driverless cars on the streets of Philly to the deplorable egging of an Eagles coach’s home. 

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]]> 2212 Philly's Best Thrift Stores It's the end of the year and our wallets are getting thin. To save on those last-minute gifts, thrifting could be your answer. Host Trenae Nuri chats with producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón about the secondhand options Philly has to offer. Plus, where to find local high-end consignment and vintage furniture.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the end of the year and our wallets are getting thin. To save on those last-minute gifts, thrifting could be your answer. Host Trenae Nuri chats with producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón about the secondhand options Philly has to offer. Plus, where to find local high-end consignment and vintage furniture.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the end of the year and our wallets are getting thin. To save on those last-minute gifts, thrifting could be your answer. Host Trenae Nuri chats with producer Abby Fritz and newsletter editor Siani Colón about the secondhand options Philly has to offer. Plus, where to find local high-end consignment and vintage furniture. 

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]]> 2249 ‘We Failed’ on SEPTA Funding, Says State Senator Anthony Williams Pennsylvania politics were pretty messy this year. Pennsylvanians waited 135 days for Harrisburg to pass a budget. Philly nonprofits had to cut back on services, and school districts took out loans just to pay the bills. Moving forward, how do we make government work? In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with State Senator Anthony H. Williams, who represents parts of Philadelphia and Delaware Counties, to talk about ways to get more money flowing into the Commonwealth and his goal to withhold paychecks from legislators during budget stalemates.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Pennsylvania politics were pretty messy this year. Pennsylvanians waited 135 days for Harrisburg to pass a budget. Philly nonprofits had to cut back on services, and school districts took out loans just to pay the bills. Moving forward, how do we make government work? In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with State Senator Anthony H. Williams, who represents parts of Philadelphia and Delaware Counties, to talk about ways to get more money flowing into the Commonwealth and his goal to withhold paychecks from legislators during budget stalemates.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Pennsylvania politics were pretty messy this year. Pennsylvanians waited 135 days for Harrisburg to pass a budget. Philly nonprofits had to cut back on services, and school districts took out loans just to pay the bills. Moving forward, how do we make government work? In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with State Senator Anthony H. Williams, who represents parts of Philadelphia and Delaware Counties, to talk about ways to get more money flowing into the Commonwealth and his goal to withhold paychecks from legislators during budget stalemates.  

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]]> 2395 Best Designed Places to Eat & Drink Dining out involves more than the food on your plate. It’s also about the experience of being in a different – and hopefully beautiful and comfortable – space. Host Trenae Nuri gives us a tour of the best designed restaurants and bars in Philly, and why our food contributor Alisha Miranda loves them.  Where do you love to eat? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Fairmount Park Conservancy Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Dining out involves more than the food on your plate. It’s also about the experience of being in a different – and hopefully beautiful and comfortable – space. Host Trenae Nuri gives us a tour of the best designed restaurants and bars in Philly, and why our food contributor Alisha Miranda loves them.  Where do you love to eat? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Fairmount Park Conservancy Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Dining out involves more than the food on your plate. It’s also about the experience of being in a different – and hopefully beautiful and comfortable – space. Host Trenae Nuri gives us a tour of the best designed restaurants and bars in Philly, and why our food contributor Alisha Miranda loves them. 

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]]> 1288 Your Guide to December 2025 in Philly It’s getting cold outside, but the City Cast Philly team is highlighting plenty of events to warm your hearts this month. We discuss classic Philly winter activities like the Wanamaker Light Show and the Morris Arboretum's Holiday Garden Railway. Plus, a "Diva Worship" New Year's Eve party and how to give back to your community. And if you still need to pick up some holiday gifts, there are plenty of local markets to help you check off your lists.  For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Penn Live Arts and  Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s getting cold outside, but the City Cast Philly team is highlighting plenty of events to warm your hearts this month. We discuss classic Philly winter activities like the Wanamaker Light Show and the Morris Arboretum's Holiday Garden Railway. Plus, a "Diva Worship" New Year's Eve party and how to give back to your community. And if you still need to pick up some holiday gifts, there are plenty of local markets to help you check off your lists.  For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Penn Live Arts and  Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s getting cold outside, but the City Cast Philly team is highlighting plenty of events to warm your hearts this month. We discuss classic Philly winter activities like the Wanamaker Light Show and the Morris Arboretum's Holiday Garden Railway. Plus, a "Diva Worship" New Year's Eve party and how to give back to your community. And if you still need to pick up some holiday gifts, there are plenty of local markets to help you check off your lists. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Penn Live Arts and 

Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly.

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]]> 2323 The Must-Buy Gift From Every City Cast City (Including Philly!) https://philly.citycast.fm/ Join City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now.  Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Join City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now.  Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Join City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now. 

Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping!

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]]> 2773 Best Places to Eat Solo in Philly If you see a restaurant you want to try and your friends are dragging their feet to make a reservation, just dine solo. If you’re looking to get into a book and not a conversation, just dine solo. If you’re new to the city, just dine solo! But, where do you sit, should you get a table or bar stool, and what are the best days of the week to dine by yourself? Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda break down the etiquette and dish on the best bars and restaurants to eat solo.  What are your favorite solo-dining spots? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast If you see a restaurant you want to try and your friends are dragging their feet to make a reservation, just dine solo. If you’re looking to get into a book and not a conversation, just dine solo. If you’re new to the city, just dine solo! But, where do you sit, should you get a table or bar stool, and what are the best days of the week to dine by yourself? Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda break down the etiquette and dish on the best bars and restaurants to eat solo.  What are your favorite solo-dining spots? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise If you see a restaurant you want to try and your friends are dragging their feet to make a reservation, just dine solo. If you’re looking to get into a book and not a conversation, just dine solo. If you’re new to the city, just dine solo! But, where do you sit, should you get a table or bar stool, and what are the best days of the week to dine by yourself? Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda break down the etiquette and dish on the best bars and restaurants to eat solo. 

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]]> 1483 How to Stop Porch Pirates from Stealing Your Holiday Packages Your holiday gifts are on the stoop…and now they’re gone. Stolen, just like your Halloween costumes, groceries, and laundry detergent. Package theft is rampant in Philly, so host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz to discuss both the horror stories and the ways to keep your boxes away from porch pirates. Do you have stories about package theft? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Your holiday gifts are on the stoop…and now they’re gone. Stolen, just like your Halloween costumes, groceries, and laundry detergent. Package theft is rampant in Philly, so host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz to discuss both the horror stories and the ways to keep your boxes away from porch pirates. Do you have stories about package theft? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Your holiday gifts are on the stoop…and now they’re gone. Stolen, just like your Halloween costumes, groceries, and laundry detergent. Package theft is rampant in Philly, so host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz to discuss both the horror stories and the ways to keep your boxes away from porch pirates.

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]]> 1971 Mayor’s Housing Plan On Ice, Fetterman's Low Book Sales, and Tough Borromoni Review We’re back with our Friday News Roundup, as host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dissect the week that was: Mayor Parker’s signature housing initiative is on ice, Sen. John Fetterman is home from the hospital and back to selling (or not selling) his book, the restaurant Laurel won a Michelin nod but then closed, and restaurateur Stephen Starr got snubbed by the Michelin Guide and then critiqued by Inquirer restaurant critic, Craig Laban, for his new Rittenhouse Square spot, Borromoni.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  One of Philadelphia’s Michelin-recommended restaurants will be closing for good on Friday Stephen Starr’s Borromini should be a showstopper. Instead, it’s a shrug. John Fetterman’s Memoir Is As Low-Effort As His Senate Tenure Legislation would let City Council members stay in office while running for Congress   Funding for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative will be delayed until next year Philly Housing Authority plans to lay off almost 300 workers in 2026 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We’re back with our Friday News Roundup, as host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dissect the week that was: Mayor Parker’s signature housing initiative is on ice, Sen. John Fetterman is home from the hospital and back to selling (or not selling) his book, the restaurant Laurel won a Michelin nod but then closed, and restaurateur Stephen Starr got snubbed by the Michelin Guide and then critiqued by Inquirer restaurant critic, Craig Laban, for his new Rittenhouse Square spot, Borromoni.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  One of Philadelphia’s Michelin-recommended restaurants will be closing for good on Friday Stephen Starr’s Borromini should be a showstopper. Instead, it’s a shrug. John Fetterman’s Memoir Is As Low-Effort As His Senate Tenure Legislation would let City Council members stay in office while running for Congress   Funding for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative will be delayed until next year Philly Housing Authority plans to lay off almost 300 workers in 2026 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We’re back with our Friday News Roundup, as host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dissect the week that was: Mayor Parker’s signature housing initiative is on ice, Sen. John Fetterman is home from the hospital and back to selling (or not selling) his book, the restaurant Laurel won a Michelin nod but then closed, and restaurateur Stephen Starr got snubbed by the Michelin Guide and then critiqued by Inquirer restaurant critic, Craig Laban, for his new Rittenhouse Square spot, Borromoni. 

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]]> 1897 Michelin Recap: Cheesesteaks, Starr Gets Snubbed & Who Can Afford Provenance? Three stars for Philly! The international Michelin Guide for the first time has rated restaurants in our city, and in a gala at the Kimmel Center this week, the winners were announced. Three Philadelphia restaurants won a single Michelin star each, ten more moderately priced spots were awarded a Bib Gourmand, and 21 additional places were recognized as recommended destinations. Who won? Who got snubbed? Who won but shouldn’t have? And what does this all mean for Philly’s restaurant scene? Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and executive producer Matt Katz dig in.  Read the full Michelin Guide here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Three stars for Philly! The international Michelin Guide for the first time has rated restaurants in our city, and in a gala at the Kimmel Center this week, the winners were announced. Three Philadelphia restaurants won a single Michelin star each, ten more moderately priced spots were awarded a Bib Gourmand, and 21 additional places were recognized as recommended destinations. Who won? Who got snubbed? Who won but shouldn’t have? And what does this all mean for Philly’s restaurant scene? Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and executive producer Matt Katz dig in.  Read the full Michelin Guide here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Three stars for Philly! The international Michelin Guide for the first time has rated restaurants in our city, and in a gala at the Kimmel Center this week, the winners were announced. Three Philadelphia restaurants won a single Michelin star each, ten more moderately priced spots were awarded a Bib Gourmand, and 21 additional places were recognized as recommended destinations. Who won? Who got snubbed? Who won but shouldn’t have? And what does this all mean for Philly’s restaurant scene? Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and executive producer Matt Katz dig in. 

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]]> 1695 City Hall’s DEI Reset It’s the Wednesday politics show. Last week the Parker administration announced that the city is scrapping a longstanding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative that mandates a certain percentage of government contracts go to minority, women, or disabled-owned businesses. That prompted criticism. But yesterday, Mayor Parker held a press conference detailing a new plan for contracting with businesses that she describes as a "DEI model of the future." Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Inquirer, to explain this developing story on the future of DEI in city government. Read Anna's reporting here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertisew and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Wednesday politics show. Last week the Parker administration announced that the city is scrapping a longstanding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative that mandates a certain percentage of government contracts go to minority, women, or disabled-owned businesses. That prompted criticism. But yesterday, Mayor Parker held a press conference detailing a new plan for contracting with businesses that she describes as a "DEI model of the future." Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Inquirer, to explain this developing story on the future of DEI in city government. Read Anna's reporting here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertisew and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Wednesday politics show. Last week the Parker administration announced that the city is scrapping a longstanding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative that mandates a certain percentage of government contracts go to minority, women, or disabled-owned businesses. That prompted criticism. But yesterday, Mayor Parker held a press conference detailing a new plan for contracting with businesses that she describes as a "DEI model of the future." Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Inquirer, to explain this developing story on the future of DEI in city government.

Read Anna's reporting here. 

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]]> 1031 Here’s Where Out-Of-Towners Can Stay in Philly Do you have friends or family coming in for the holidays? Do they need a place to stay … that isn't the couch in your living room? Fortunately, we're seeing a boom in boutique hotels around the city. Today we're revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s conversation with co-owners Scott Yesner and Wendell Holland of The Gas Lamp Hotel in Old City. Other newish boutique hotels in the city include Yowie and Society Hill Hotel in Queen Village, The Dwight D Hotel and The Franklin in Rittenhouse, Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, Riversuites on the Delaware River, Guild House Hotel in the Gayborhood, Morris House Hotel by Washington Square Park, and Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns in University City. This episode originally aired on May 6th, 2025. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Art Star Simply Eloped Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Do you have friends or family coming in for the holidays? Do they need a place to stay … that isn't the couch in your living room? Fortunately, we're seeing a boom in boutique hotels around the city. Today we're revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s conversation with co-owners Scott Yesner and Wendell Holland of The Gas Lamp Hotel in Old City. Other newish boutique hotels in the city include Yowie and Society Hill Hotel in Queen Village, The Dwight D Hotel and The Franklin in Rittenhouse, Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, Riversuites on the Delaware River, Guild House Hotel in the Gayborhood, Morris House Hotel by Washington Square Park, and Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns in University City. This episode originally aired on May 6th, 2025. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Art Star Simply Eloped Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Do you have friends or family coming in for the holidays? Do they need a place to stay … that isn't the couch in your living room? Fortunately, we're seeing a boom in boutique hotels around the city. Today we're revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s conversation with co-owners Scott Yesner and Wendell Holland of The Gas Lamp Hotel in Old City. Other newish boutique hotels in the city include Yowie and Society Hill Hotel in Queen Village, The Dwight D Hotel and The Franklin in Rittenhouse, Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, Riversuites on the Delaware River, Guild House Hotel in the Gayborhood, Morris House Hotel by Washington Square Park, and Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns in University City.

This episode originally aired on May 6th, 2025.

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]]> 1575 Why Baltimore Avenue Doesn’t Feel the Same Anymore There’s something special about West Philly, especially along Baltimore Avenue. It runs through neighborhoods like Spruce Hill and Cedar Park, with beloved coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and bookstores. But some things are changing. Freelance writer (and events newsletter writer) Jen Kinney points out that storefronts are staying empty longer and vape shops are replacing neighborhood favorites. What does that tell us about changing Philadelphia? Read Jen’s article in Philadelphia Magazine here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast There’s something special about West Philly, especially along Baltimore Avenue. It runs through neighborhoods like Spruce Hill and Cedar Park, with beloved coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and bookstores. But some things are changing. Freelance writer (and events newsletter writer) Jen Kinney points out that storefronts are staying empty longer and vape shops are replacing neighborhood favorites. What does that tell us about changing Philadelphia? Read Jen’s article in Philadelphia Magazine here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Art Star Simply Eloped  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise There’s something special about West Philly, especially along Baltimore Avenue. It runs through neighborhoods like Spruce Hill and Cedar Park, with beloved coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and bookstores. But some things are changing. Freelance writer (and events newsletter writer) Jen Kinney points out that storefronts are staying empty longer and vape shops are replacing neighborhood favorites. What does that tell us about changing Philadelphia?

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]]> 1349 Parker Scraps Business DEI Targets, PA's New Budget & Ideas for Market East It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about what’s inside the new state budget, Pennsylvania politics down at the U.S. Capitol, Mayor Cherelle Parker getting rid of diversity requirements for city contracts, the former Philadelphia Art Museum CEO is suing over her termination, the death of the penny, and where a new red light camera is located. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also talk about ideas for the future of Market East.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pennsylvania’s top leaders have reached a $50.1 billion state budget deal, signaling a breakthrough in impasse Fetterman calls Shapiro too driven by "political ambition" in new book ‘We have set money on fire’: Pennsylvania budget impasse costs Philadelphia school district millions Philly-area U.S. House members express displeasure over Senate deal to reopen federal government Philadelphia is halting the use of some diversity targets in city contracts as national DEI backlash grows Recently Ousted Director of Philadelphia Art Museum Sues Over Her Dismissal Philly and the penny have a history; here are 8 things you should know I have an idea for Market East! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about what’s inside the new state budget, Pennsylvania politics down at the U.S. Capitol, Mayor Cherelle Parker getting rid of diversity requirements for city contracts, the former Philadelphia Art Museum CEO is suing over her termination, the death of the penny, and where a new red light camera is located. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also talk about ideas for the future of Market East.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pennsylvania’s top leaders have reached a $50.1 billion state budget deal, signaling a breakthrough in impasse Fetterman calls Shapiro too driven by "political ambition" in new book ‘We have set money on fire’: Pennsylvania budget impasse costs Philadelphia school district millions Philly-area U.S. House members express displeasure over Senate deal to reopen federal government Philadelphia is halting the use of some diversity targets in city contracts as national DEI backlash grows Recently Ousted Director of Philadelphia Art Museum Sues Over Her Dismissal Philly and the penny have a history; here are 8 things you should know I have an idea for Market East! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about what’s inside the new state budget, Pennsylvania politics down at the U.S. Capitol, Mayor Cherelle Parker getting rid of diversity requirements for city contracts, the former Philadelphia Art Museum CEO is suing over her termination, the death of the penny, and where a new red light camera is located. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also talk about ideas for the future of Market East. 

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]]> 2134 Best Philly Food Under $25 Times are tough, Philly. But you can still get out and have an excellent meal for cheap. Host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor, Alisha Miranda, show you how to eat in Philly for $25 or less. Listen with the Notes app on your phone open, because there are a ton of recommendations in this show.  Where are you eating for cheap? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 For more food news and recs, subscribe to our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 13 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Times are tough, Philly. But you can still get out and have an excellent meal for cheap. Host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor, Alisha Miranda, show you how to eat in Philly for $25 or less. Listen with the Notes app on your phone open, because there are a ton of recommendations in this show.  Where are you eating for cheap? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 For more food news and recs, subscribe to our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Times are tough, Philly. But you can still get out and have an excellent meal for cheap. Host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor, Alisha Miranda, show you how to eat in Philly for $25 or less. Listen with the Notes app on your phone open, because there are a ton of recommendations in this show. 

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]]> 1938 SEPTA's Boss on Cancellations, Train Fires & Funding Crisis Hundreds of commuters rely on SEPTA, but it’s been battling challenges at every turn. The transit agency faces a federal deadline to inspect its fleet of Regional Rail cars, which have repeatedly caught fire. The labor contract with its largest employees union has expired. And long-term funding needs are still unfilled by the state legislature. But Scott Sauer, general manager of SEPTA, tells host Trenae Nuri that the transit agency is “going to be okay.” Sauer explains the latest with the inspections, shares his plans for 2026 tourism, and offers a vision for the agency going forward. How’s your commute? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Hundreds of commuters rely on SEPTA, but it’s been battling challenges at every turn. The transit agency faces a federal deadline to inspect its fleet of Regional Rail cars, which have repeatedly caught fire. The labor contract with its largest employees union has expired. And long-term funding needs are still unfilled by the state legislature. But Scott Sauer, general manager of SEPTA, tells host Trenae Nuri that the transit agency is “going to be okay.” Sauer explains the latest with the inspections, shares his plans for 2026 tourism, and offers a vision for the agency going forward. How’s your commute? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Hundreds of commuters rely on SEPTA, but it’s been battling challenges at every turn. The transit agency faces a federal deadline to inspect its fleet of Regional Rail cars, which have repeatedly caught fire. The labor contract with its largest employees union has expired. And long-term funding needs are still unfilled by the state legislature. But Scott Sauer, general manager of SEPTA, tells host Trenae Nuri that the transit agency is “going to be okay.” Sauer explains the latest with the inspections, shares his plans for 2026 tourism, and offers a vision for the agency going forward.

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]]> 2150 Veterans Day: Why One Philly Man Researches & Remembers For the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify each and every person from the storied Roman Catholic High School who died in World War I. Why? For Veterans Day, Trenae Nuri revisits her conversation with Gibbons about the men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war, and why it’s so important to commemorate their sacrifices.  This episode originally aired on April 10, 2025.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast For the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify each and every person from the storied Roman Catholic High School who died in World War I. Why? For Veterans Day, Trenae Nuri revisits her conversation with Gibbons about the men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war, and why it’s so important to commemorate their sacrifices.  This episode originally aired on April 10, 2025.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise For the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify each and every person from the storied Roman Catholic High School who died in World War I. Why? For Veterans Day, Trenae Nuri revisits her conversation with Gibbons about the men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war, and why it’s so important to commemorate their sacrifices. 

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]]> 1254 Artificial Intelligence in City Hall How is artificial intelligence used by the Philadelphia Police, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and City Hall? AI has been integrated into many aspects of city government, from issuing parking tickets to operating drones. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about how our local government is using AI to address problems and why there are concerns about our AI future. Read Meir's full story here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast How is artificial intelligence used by the Philadelphia Police, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and City Hall? AI has been integrated into many aspects of city government, from issuing parking tickets to operating drones. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about how our local government is using AI to address problems and why there are concerns about our AI future. Read Meir's full story here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise How is artificial intelligence used by the Philadelphia Police, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and City Hall? AI has been integrated into many aspects of city government, from issuing parking tickets to operating drones. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about how our local government is using AI to address problems and why there are concerns about our AI future.

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]]> 1326 SEPTA Union Contract Expires, Strong Voter Turnout & Why Art Museum CEO Was Really Fired It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the relatively high voter turnout in this week’s election and what that says about Philly (and Trump). Plus: SEPTA has new challenges, hotel workers have a new contract, 76ers Joel Embiid isn’t playing much (but just sold his penthouse), and did the termination of the CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum have something to do with DEI? Host Trenae Nuri and Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, also tell you what’s going on this weekend, from a free breakfast to the Rocky Run.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Sasha Suda Out as CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum The Philadelphia Art Museum rebrand surprised locals and board members. Is it as bad as some say? The Museum Will Welcome You Now After a brutal year, SEPTA and its largest union are negotiating a new contract — again 76ers star Joel Embiid fined $50,000 for lewd gesture Joel Embiid's Center City penthouse with rooftop pool sells at discount for $3.6M Dugan concedes while lashing out at Krasner: ‘We cannot allow this disaster to continue unchecked’ After landslide win, Philly DA Larry Krasner sidestepped policy details, swiped at Trump, and ignored his opponent And here is some information and resources from the city on the food security emergency:  Philadelphia Food & Meal Finder City of Philadelphia Launches It’s “One Philly (SNAP) Support Plan” Response to Impacts on SNAP Benefits Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the relatively high voter turnout in this week’s election and what that says about Philly (and Trump). Plus: SEPTA has new challenges, hotel workers have a new contract, 76ers Joel Embiid isn’t playing much (but just sold his penthouse), and did the termination of the CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum have something to do with DEI? Host Trenae Nuri and Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, also tell you what’s going on this weekend, from a free breakfast to the Rocky Run.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Sasha Suda Out as CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum The Philadelphia Art Museum rebrand surprised locals and board members. Is it as bad as some say? The Museum Will Welcome You Now After a brutal year, SEPTA and its largest union are negotiating a new contract — again 76ers star Joel Embiid fined $50,000 for lewd gesture Joel Embiid's Center City penthouse with rooftop pool sells at discount for $3.6M Dugan concedes while lashing out at Krasner: ‘We cannot allow this disaster to continue unchecked’ After landslide win, Philly DA Larry Krasner sidestepped policy details, swiped at Trump, and ignored his opponent And here is some information and resources from the city on the food security emergency:  Philadelphia Food & Meal Finder City of Philadelphia Launches It’s “One Philly (SNAP) Support Plan” Response to Impacts on SNAP Benefits Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the relatively high voter turnout in this week’s election and what that says about Philly (and Trump). Plus: SEPTA has new challenges, hotel workers have a new contract, 76ers Joel Embiid isn’t playing much (but just sold his penthouse), and did the termination of the CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum have something to do with DEI? Host Trenae Nuri and Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, also tell you what’s going on this weekend, from a free breakfast to the Rocky Run. 

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]]> 1796 ‘Young Buls Drawn’ & Other Philly Talk, Explained Our Philly accent is having a moment. A Northeast Philly native who does Philly ASMR videos on TikTok is going viral. And the Philly/Delco accent is almost like a character in itself on the hit HBO show “Task.” So we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s hilarious conversation from earlier this year with comedian Lauren S. Daniels, a Philly native who does online skits about Philly and impersonations of Philadelphians.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Our Philly accent is having a moment. A Northeast Philly native who does Philly ASMR videos on TikTok is going viral. And the Philly/Delco accent is almost like a character in itself on the hit HBO show “Task.” So we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s hilarious conversation from earlier this year with comedian Lauren S. Daniels, a Philly native who does online skits about Philly and impersonations of Philadelphians.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Our Philly accent is having a moment. A Northeast Philly native who does Philly ASMR videos on TikTok is going viral. And the Philly/Delco accent is almost like a character in itself on the hit HBO show “Task.” So we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s hilarious conversation from earlier this year with comedian Lauren S. Daniels, a Philly native who does online skits about Philly and impersonations of Philadelphians. 

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]]> 1584 Krasner Wins Third Term & PA Supreme Court Stays Democratic District Attorney cruised to a third term on Tuesday against an opponent, Pat Dugan, whom he had already vanquished in the Democratic primary. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give you the latest on that race – and in the hugely consequential state supreme court retention election – in this Election Day round-up. Plus, a look at the two major local elections in 2026.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast District Attorney cruised to a third term on Tuesday against an opponent, Pat Dugan, whom he had already vanquished in the Democratic primary. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give you the latest on that race – and in the hugely consequential state supreme court retention election – in this Election Day round-up. Plus, a look at the two major local elections in 2026.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise District Attorney cruised to a third term on Tuesday against an opponent, Pat Dugan, whom he had already vanquished in the Democratic primary. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give you the latest on that race – and in the hugely consequential state supreme court retention election – in this Election Day round-up. Plus, a look at the two major local elections in 2026. 

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]]> 1512 Philly's Signature Architectural Styles Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. Philly's architecture tells stories about its history — if you know where to look. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections.  Follow Chris here to learn more about his work. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. Philly's architecture tells stories about its history — if you know where to look. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections.  Follow Chris here to learn more about his work. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. Philly's architecture tells stories about its history — if you know where to look. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections. 

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]]> 1848 Your Guide to November 2025 in Philly Daylight saving time ended at the start of the month, so the days are shorter with less sunlight. Not to worry, the City Cast Philly has curated a list of events, places to eat, free stuff to do, and ways to get involved in Philly this November. Don't miss the parades, a community cumbia lesson, and an exhibit about death at the library. Plus, make sure to go out and vote tomorrow! Here's a last-minute guide.   For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Philly, check out our newsletter for what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Daylight saving time ended at the start of the month, so the days are shorter with less sunlight. Not to worry, the City Cast Philly has curated a list of events, places to eat, free stuff to do, and ways to get involved in Philly this November. Don't miss the parades, a community cumbia lesson, and an exhibit about death at the library. Plus, make sure to go out and vote tomorrow! Here's a last-minute guide.   For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Philly, check out our newsletter for what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Daylight saving time ended at the start of the month, so the days are shorter with less sunlight. Not to worry, the City Cast Philly has curated a list of events, places to eat, free stuff to do, and ways to get involved in Philly this November. Don't miss the parades, a community cumbia lesson, and an exhibit about death at the library. Plus, make sure to go out and vote tomorrow! Here's a last-minute guide.  

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]]> 2182 Judges on the Ballot, Bus Station on the Move, SNAP on Hold https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Round up. We offer our guide to Philly’s election next week and explain why these races matter to the city and state. We tell you where to get free food in the city as SNAP benefits run out. Plus, the Philadelphia Parking Authority may renovate the intercity bus terminal and move it back to Filbert Street!?! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about these stories, where to trick-or-treat, and the viral phrase “6-7.” Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Cast Philly Election Guide In case after case, a Philly judge’s behavior and decisions came under fire Your guide to Philadelphia's $91 million streetlight replacement project More than $7 million has poured into the Pa. Supreme Court judicial retention election so far Where To Find Food Pantries in Philly An ‘exuberantly eclectic’ new building is set to open at Chestnut Hill’s Woodmere Museum Why abortion is front and center in Democrats’ messaging on Pa. judicial retention Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year Is… Greyhound bus terminal will return to Filbert Street after two years of tumult Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Penn Live Arts Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Round up. We offer our guide to Philly’s election next week and explain why these races matter to the city and state. We tell you where to get free food in the city as SNAP benefits run out. Plus, the Philadelphia Parking Authority may renovate the intercity bus terminal and move it back to Filbert Street!?! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about these stories, where to trick-or-treat, and the viral phrase “6-7.” Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Cast Philly Election Guide In case after case, a Philly judge’s behavior and decisions came under fire Your guide to Philadelphia's $91 million streetlight replacement project More than $7 million has poured into the Pa. Supreme Court judicial retention election so far Where To Find Food Pantries in Philly An ‘exuberantly eclectic’ new building is set to open at Chestnut Hill’s Woodmere Museum Why abortion is front and center in Democrats’ messaging on Pa. judicial retention Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year Is… Greyhound bus terminal will return to Filbert Street after two years of tumult Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Penn Live Arts Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Round up. We offer our guide to Philly’s election next week and explain why these races matter to the city and state. We tell you where to get free food in the city as SNAP benefits run out. Plus, the Philadelphia Parking Authority may renovate the intercity bus terminal and move it back to Filbert Street!?! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about these stories, where to trick-or-treat, and the viral phrase “6-7.”

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]]> 2369 The Most Philly Films Ever A new mural was unveiled this month on the Sansom Street side of the Philadelphia Film Society Center called “Films Shaped by a City,” featuring many Philly films like The Sixth Sense, 12 Monkeys, and Trading Places. So we’re listening back to our conversation with local film critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast, about our favorite Philly films.  What’s your favorite Philly movie? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Penn Live Arts Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 30 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A new mural was unveiled this month on the Sansom Street side of the Philadelphia Film Society Center called “Films Shaped by a City,” featuring many Philly films like The Sixth Sense, 12 Monkeys, and Trading Places. So we’re listening back to our conversation with local film critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast, about our favorite Philly films.  What’s your favorite Philly movie? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Penn Live Arts Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise A new mural was unveiled this month on the Sansom Street side of the Philadelphia Film Society Center called “Films Shaped by a City,” featuring many Philly films like The Sixth Sense, 12 Monkeys, and Trading Places. So we’re listening back to our conversation with local film critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast, about our favorite Philly films. 

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]]> 1779 The Inside Scoop on Why Pennsylvania Can't Pay Its Bills State Rep. Joanna McClinton runs Pennsylvania’s House. She’s a Philly Democrat and Speaker of the House of Representatives for the commonwealth, the top legislative Democrat in the state. And that means she’s one of the very few people involved in negotiations over our state budget. That budget was due back on July 1st. But the legislature still hasn’t passed it, and the consequences are dire. What’s going on? McClinton tells host Trenae Nuri what’s happening in Harrisburg.  Have you been affected by the state budget stalemate? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 29 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast State Rep. Joanna McClinton runs Pennsylvania’s House. She’s a Philly Democrat and Speaker of the House of Representatives for the commonwealth, the top legislative Democrat in the state. And that means she’s one of the very few people involved in negotiations over our state budget. That budget was due back on July 1st. But the legislature still hasn’t passed it, and the consequences are dire. What’s going on? McClinton tells host Trenae Nuri what’s happening in Harrisburg.  Have you been affected by the state budget stalemate? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise State Rep. Joanna McClinton runs Pennsylvania’s House. She’s a Philly Democrat and Speaker of the House of Representatives for the commonwealth, the top legislative Democrat in the state. And that means she’s one of the very few people involved in negotiations over our state budget. That budget was due back on July 1st. But the legislature still hasn’t passed it, and the consequences are dire. What’s going on? McClinton tells host Trenae Nuri what’s happening in Harrisburg. 

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]]> 1425 Is Mayor Parker Too Quiet on Trump Policies? Mayor Cherelle Parker has been quiet about President Trump's policies targeting cities. Some Philadelphians may want her to be more vocal, but does speaking out pose risks? Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas talk with host Trenae Nuri about how and why the mayor is pulling her punches when it comes to the president.  Your thoughts on the mayor? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts University of Pennsylvania  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Mayor Cherelle Parker has been quiet about President Trump's policies targeting cities. Some Philadelphians may want her to be more vocal, but does speaking out pose risks? Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas talk with host Trenae Nuri about how and why the mayor is pulling her punches when it comes to the president.  Your thoughts on the mayor? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts University of Pennsylvania  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mayor Cherelle Parker has been quiet about President Trump's policies targeting cities. Some Philadelphians may want her to be more vocal, but does speaking out pose risks? Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas talk with host Trenae Nuri about how and why the mayor is pulling her punches when it comes to the president. 

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]]> 1860 'A New Level of Fear': What To Know About ICE in Philly Right Now Cities across the country have been reeling because of heightened immigration enforcement. So, how are Philly's immigrant communities being impacted? Peter Pedemonti, co-director of New Sanctuary Movement –  a faith-based organization – works to educate, advocate, and protect families.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Penn Live Arts  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Cities across the country have been reeling because of heightened immigration enforcement. So, how are Philly's immigrant communities being impacted? Peter Pedemonti, co-director of New Sanctuary Movement –  a faith-based organization – works to educate, advocate, and protect families.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Penn Live Arts  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Cities across the country have been reeling because of heightened immigration enforcement. So, how are Philly's immigrant communities being impacted? Peter Pedemonti, co-director of New Sanctuary Movement –  a faith-based organization – works to educate, advocate, and protect families. 

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]]> 1719 SNAP Benefits in Jeopardy, Smoke Shop Crackdown & Brandon Graham Returns Thousands of households across Philly could soon have their SNAP benefits pulled due to the federal government shutdown. We're talking about that and the ongoing case of Kada Scott, how City Council is cracking down on smoke shops, and the Eagles welcoming back Brandon Graham. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz discuss these stories and weekend events on this week's Friday news roundup.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Discovery of Kada Scott’s body at Germantown middle school has reignited debate over the vacant building Due to Federal Shutdown, November SNAP Payments Will Not be Made to Nearly Two Million Pennsylvanians Pa. officials delay LIHEAP because of lack of funding from government shutdown Will SNAP benefits be paid in November? Could unretired Brandon Graham play as soon as Sunday against the Giants? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Thousands of households across Philly could soon have their SNAP benefits pulled due to the federal government shutdown. We're talking about that and the ongoing case of Kada Scott, how City Council is cracking down on smoke shops, and the Eagles welcoming back Brandon Graham. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz discuss these stories and weekend events on this week's Friday news roundup.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Discovery of Kada Scott’s body at Germantown middle school has reignited debate over the vacant building Due to Federal Shutdown, November SNAP Payments Will Not be Made to Nearly Two Million Pennsylvanians Pa. officials delay LIHEAP because of lack of funding from government shutdown Will SNAP benefits be paid in November? Could unretired Brandon Graham play as soon as Sunday against the Giants? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thousands of households across Philly could soon have their SNAP benefits pulled due to the federal government shutdown. We're talking about that and the ongoing case of Kada Scott, how City Council is cracking down on smoke shops, and the Eagles welcoming back Brandon Graham. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz discuss these stories and weekend events on this week's Friday news roundup. 

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]]> 1382 What’s the Name of Your Philly Neighborhood? On October 27, 1682, Philadelphia was founded by William Penn. At the time it wasn't much more than a rectangle between two rivers – now known as Center City. Over the last 343 years, Philly has expanded to include more neighborhoods in the city limits. But there’s just so many neighborhood names now and they’re constantly changing. We’re revisiting an enduring topic of discussion in Philly: What’s my neighborhood called? The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories about how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 23 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On October 27, 1682, Philadelphia was founded by William Penn. At the time it wasn't much more than a rectangle between two rivers – now known as Center City. Over the last 343 years, Philly has expanded to include more neighborhoods in the city limits. But there’s just so many neighborhood names now and they’re constantly changing. We’re revisiting an enduring topic of discussion in Philly: What’s my neighborhood called? The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories about how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise On October 27, 1682, Philadelphia was founded by William Penn. At the time it wasn't much more than a rectangle between two rivers – now known as Center City. Over the last 343 years, Philly has expanded to include more neighborhoods in the city limits. But there’s just so many neighborhood names now and they’re constantly changing. We’re revisiting an enduring topic of discussion in Philly: What’s my neighborhood called? The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories about how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly. 

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]]> 2157 Abortion Access & Voting Rights on the Ballot Right Now On the ballot for the Nov. 4 election are a bunch of judges, two candidates for District Attorney, and — maybe most importantly — three Supreme Court justices, who are up for what’s known as “retention.” If they win, they keep their seats and Democrats will continue to control Pennsylvania’s court. If they lose, changes could be on the way on everything from abortion access to election law — potentially affecting congressional and presidential elections for the near future. Mallory Falk from our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh talks with SpotlightPA's capitol reporter Stephen Caruso about this race here in the Commonwealth and why so much money is involved. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On the ballot for the Nov. 4 election are a bunch of judges, two candidates for District Attorney, and — maybe most importantly — three Supreme Court justices, who are up for what’s known as “retention.” If they win, they keep their seats and Democrats will continue to control Pennsylvania’s court. If they lose, changes could be on the way on everything from abortion access to election law — potentially affecting congressional and presidential elections for the near future. Mallory Falk from our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh talks with SpotlightPA's capitol reporter Stephen Caruso about this race here in the Commonwealth and why so much money is involved. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise On the ballot for the Nov. 4 election are a bunch of judges, two candidates for District Attorney, and — maybe most importantly — three Supreme Court justices, who are up for what’s known as “retention.” If they win, they keep their seats and Democrats will continue to control Pennsylvania’s court. If they lose, changes could be on the way on everything from abortion access to election law — potentially affecting congressional and presidential elections for the near future. Mallory Falk from our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh talks with SpotlightPA's capitol reporter Stephen Caruso about this race here in the Commonwealth and why so much money is involved.

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]]> 1020 How To See Philly's Most Frightening Halloween Houses Halloween is 10 days away and over in West Philly, Dyresha Harris and her partner, Eo, are creating a special database. It’s called the West Philly Fright Registry, and it shows which houses are doing it big for Halloween. It's a completely community generated list of who’s got the best candy and decorations. Check out the Fright Registry here. And maybe create one for your own neighborhood? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Halloween is 10 days away and over in West Philly, Dyresha Harris and her partner, Eo, are creating a special database. It’s called the West Philly Fright Registry, and it shows which houses are doing it big for Halloween. It's a completely community generated list of who’s got the best candy and decorations. Check out the Fright Registry here. And maybe create one for your own neighborhood? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Halloween is 10 days away and over in West Philly, Dyresha Harris and her partner, Eo, are creating a special database. It’s called the West Philly Fright Registry, and it shows which houses are doing it big for Halloween. It's a completely community generated list of who’s got the best candy and decorations. Check out the Fright Registry here. And maybe create one for your own neighborhood?

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]]> 1198 Philly is Busing Homeless People Out Of Town The city has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars since 2021 buying one-way bus tickets out of Philly for unhoused people. The voluntary program is described by one city official as Philly’s “most efficient program in ending homelessness.” But what happens after someone gets on that bus? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, NBC10 investigative reporter, and Ali Ingersoll, NBC10 investigative content producer. Read NBC10’s investigation about the program here. And listen to our show about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 20 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The city has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars since 2021 buying one-way bus tickets out of Philly for unhoused people. The voluntary program is described by one city official as Philly’s “most efficient program in ending homelessness.” But what happens after someone gets on that bus? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, NBC10 investigative reporter, and Ali Ingersoll, NBC10 investigative content producer. Read NBC10’s investigation about the program here. And listen to our show about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The city has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars since 2021 buying one-way bus tickets out of Philly for unhoused people. The voluntary program is described by one city official as Philly’s “most efficient program in ending homelessness.” But what happens after someone gets on that bus? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, NBC10 investigative reporter, and Ali Ingersoll, NBC10 investigative content producer.

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]]> 898 Killing at Center City IHOP, Arsonist Pleads Guilty & Kids Sports Inequity It’s the Friday News Roundup with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. There’s more fall-out from the state budget crisis, the arsonist who tried to kill Gov. Josh Shapiro pleads guilty, two crimes this week are shaking our city even as there’s hopeful news when it comes to homicide statistics, kids’ sports facilities need help, and we’re pulling for a goat named Ray who needs a wheelchair.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia's only rape crisis center receives temporary funding through District Attorney's Office Some Philly preschools say they’ll have to close classrooms if lawmakers don’t pass a budget soon New study finds access to youth sports is unequal in Philadelphia. The city looks to change that. IHOP security guard charged with murder in Center City killing Should Pennsylvania's General Assembly be scaled back? Some state lawmakers say yes. Cody Balmer, who set fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s mansion, pleads guilty to attempted murder Philly detectives are solving homicides at the highest rate in 40 years as violence plummets and tech improves Ray the goat needs a wheelchair. The Philly Goat Project hopes its fundraiser will get him one. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. There’s more fall-out from the state budget crisis, the arsonist who tried to kill Gov. Josh Shapiro pleads guilty, two crimes this week are shaking our city even as there’s hopeful news when it comes to homicide statistics, kids’ sports facilities need help, and we’re pulling for a goat named Ray who needs a wheelchair.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia's only rape crisis center receives temporary funding through District Attorney's Office Some Philly preschools say they’ll have to close classrooms if lawmakers don’t pass a budget soon New study finds access to youth sports is unequal in Philadelphia. The city looks to change that. IHOP security guard charged with murder in Center City killing Should Pennsylvania's General Assembly be scaled back? Some state lawmakers say yes. Cody Balmer, who set fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s mansion, pleads guilty to attempted murder Philly detectives are solving homicides at the highest rate in 40 years as violence plummets and tech improves Ray the goat needs a wheelchair. The Philly Goat Project hopes its fundraiser will get him one. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. There’s more fall-out from the state budget crisis, the arsonist who tried to kill Gov. Josh Shapiro pleads guilty, two crimes this week are shaking our city even as there’s hopeful news when it comes to homicide statistics, kids’ sports facilities need help, and we’re pulling for a goat named Ray who needs a wheelchair. 

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]]> 1665 Catch the Best Fall Foliage on These Hikes We've been keeping an eye on the Pennsylvania foliage report, and parts of the state have already reached "peak color." That means the trees are looking good! So to catch a glimpse at the changing colors, we're taking a hike. In an interview from July, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón got recommendations from two Inquirer reporters, Frank Kummer and Jason Nark, who have hiked all over our region and have created a tool to help you figure out which Philly-area hikes fit your needs.  Check out the Inquirer's Take A Hike tool here.  This episode originally aired July 7th, 2025.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 16 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We've been keeping an eye on the Pennsylvania foliage report, and parts of the state have already reached "peak color." That means the trees are looking good! So to catch a glimpse at the changing colors, we're taking a hike. In an interview from July, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón got recommendations from two Inquirer reporters, Frank Kummer and Jason Nark, who have hiked all over our region and have created a tool to help you figure out which Philly-area hikes fit your needs.  Check out the Inquirer's Take A Hike tool here.  This episode originally aired July 7th, 2025.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We've been keeping an eye on the Pennsylvania foliage report, and parts of the state have already reached "peak color." That means the trees are looking good! So to catch a glimpse at the changing colors, we're taking a hike. In an interview from July, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón got recommendations from two Inquirer reporters, Frank Kummer and Jason Nark, who have hiked all over our region and have created a tool to help you figure out which Philly-area hikes fit your needs. 

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]]> 1166 Is Our State Government Broken? Senator Saval Explains Budget Crisis Our state budget was due 107 days ago. Pennsylvania is now the only state in the country with legislators who haven’t approved an annual spending plan. And that has big implications: We can’t fund schools or nonprofits, and the rape crisis center in our city had to shut down its services. Why is this happening? State Sen. Nikil Saval represents parts of South Philly, Center City, Southwest Philly, and the River Wards, and he explains to host Trenae Nuri what’s been happening – or not – in Harrisburg.  Has the state budget impasse affected you? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Our state budget was due 107 days ago. Pennsylvania is now the only state in the country with legislators who haven’t approved an annual spending plan. And that has big implications: We can’t fund schools or nonprofits, and the rape crisis center in our city had to shut down its services. Why is this happening? State Sen. Nikil Saval represents parts of South Philly, Center City, Southwest Philly, and the River Wards, and he explains to host Trenae Nuri what’s been happening – or not – in Harrisburg.  Has the state budget impasse affected you? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Our state budget was due 107 days ago. Pennsylvania is now the only state in the country with legislators who haven’t approved an annual spending plan. And that has big implications: We can’t fund schools or nonprofits, and the rape crisis center in our city had to shut down its services. Why is this happening? State Sen. Nikil Saval represents parts of South Philly, Center City, Southwest Philly, and the River Wards, and he explains to host Trenae Nuri what’s been happening – or not – in Harrisburg. 

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]]> 2450 Tipping Culture in Philly is Out of Control Tipping culture has changed dramatically in Philly. There’s flip screens to tip the barista at the coffee shop, and sometimes a 25% gratuity built into your check at a restaurant. Are we supposed to tip the guy giving us beers at Citizens Bank Park? And how much should we be giving? Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and food contributor Alisha Miranda are here to go over those situations so you’re not confused when the bill comes.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Tipping culture has changed dramatically in Philly. There’s flip screens to tip the barista at the coffee shop, and sometimes a 25% gratuity built into your check at a restaurant. Are we supposed to tip the guy giving us beers at Citizens Bank Park? And how much should we be giving? Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and food contributor Alisha Miranda are here to go over those situations so you’re not confused when the bill comes.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tipping culture has changed dramatically in Philly. There’s flip screens to tip the barista at the coffee shop, and sometimes a 25% gratuity built into your check at a restaurant. Are we supposed to tip the guy giving us beers at Citizens Bank Park? And how much should we be giving? Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and food contributor Alisha Miranda are here to go over those situations so you’re not confused when the bill comes. 

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]]> 1702 ​​City Hall Bike Lane Pause, 100+ Days Without State Budget & Art Museum Rebrands It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the real-world impacts of the Pennsylvania budget impasse, the very expensive state Supreme Court justice election, the City Hall bike lane project suddenly in limbo, and the new name and logo for the Philadelphia Art Museum. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also dish about a new steakhouse that opened this week, and weekend plans in the city.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia’s only rape crisis center is pausing services indefinitely amid state budget impasse. It’s a ‘colossal loss.’ City Hall bike lane faces unclear future after Philadelphia City Councilmember Jeffery Young pumps the brakes on support The Philadelphia Museum of Art has a new name and other plans to revive attendance Thousands of Pa. college students wait for key financial aid due to state budget impasse A court race in Pennsylvania quietly has major implications for 2028 Lots of harsh rhetoric, little progress at Pa. Capitol on months-overdue budget F&M Poll: Pennsylvanians Say Government, Politicians Biggest Problem Facing State Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the real-world impacts of the Pennsylvania budget impasse, the very expensive state Supreme Court justice election, the City Hall bike lane project suddenly in limbo, and the new name and logo for the Philadelphia Art Museum. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also dish about a new steakhouse that opened this week, and weekend plans in the city.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia’s only rape crisis center is pausing services indefinitely amid state budget impasse. It’s a ‘colossal loss.’ City Hall bike lane faces unclear future after Philadelphia City Councilmember Jeffery Young pumps the brakes on support The Philadelphia Museum of Art has a new name and other plans to revive attendance Thousands of Pa. college students wait for key financial aid due to state budget impasse A court race in Pennsylvania quietly has major implications for 2028 Lots of harsh rhetoric, little progress at Pa. Capitol on months-overdue budget F&M Poll: Pennsylvanians Say Government, Politicians Biggest Problem Facing State Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the real-world impacts of the Pennsylvania budget impasse, the very expensive state Supreme Court justice election, the City Hall bike lane project suddenly in limbo, and the new name and logo for the Philadelphia Art Museum. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also dish about a new steakhouse that opened this week, and weekend plans in the city.  

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]]> 1664 Philly's Always Had Cowboys, Now We Have A Rodeo We’re taking a ride over to Dream Park Equestrian Center in New Jersey, the temporary home for Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy, to talk about Philly’s deep-rooted Black cowboy culture with Ivan McClellan, founder and CEO of the 8 Seconds Rodeo; Erin “Concrete Cowgirl” Brown, director of Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy; and Darrell Gardner, horse trainer and rodeo rider. Come see the culture and community of the 8 Seconds Rodeo on Saturday, Oct. 11, at The Liacouras Center. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We’re taking a ride over to Dream Park Equestrian Center in New Jersey, the temporary home for Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy, to talk about Philly’s deep-rooted Black cowboy culture with Ivan McClellan, founder and CEO of the 8 Seconds Rodeo; Erin “Concrete Cowgirl” Brown, director of Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy; and Darrell Gardner, horse trainer and rodeo rider. Come see the culture and community of the 8 Seconds Rodeo on Saturday, Oct. 11, at The Liacouras Center. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We’re taking a ride over to Dream Park Equestrian Center in New Jersey, the temporary home for Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy, to talk about Philly’s deep-rooted Black cowboy culture with Ivan McClellan, founder and CEO of the 8 Seconds Rodeo; Erin “Concrete Cowgirl” Brown, director of Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy; and Darrell Gardner, horse trainer and rodeo rider. Come see the culture and community of the 8 Seconds Rodeo on Saturday, Oct. 11, at The Liacouras Center.

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]]> 1830 Overdose Deaths Are Down. How is Philly Handling the Crisis Differently? We learned this week that there’s some good news when it comes to the city’s opioid crisis: Overdose deaths were down the last two years – and the rate this year is decreasing, too. This comes as the city changes course in how it handles the drug crisis. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Rizzo, Kensington Voice accountability reporter, about this new approach and if it's working. She breaks down a new drug recovery housing facility that was opened by Mayor Cherelle Parker in the Northeast, which the majority of funds from a legal settlement with pharmaceutical companies that sold opioids are going to support. Emily also breaks down why certain service providers are being kicked off the streets of Kensington, which has been the epicenter of the crisis. And how a new expedited court aims to get people into treatment immediately.  Read more of Emily's work at Kensington Voice here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We learned this week that there’s some good news when it comes to the city’s opioid crisis: Overdose deaths were down the last two years – and the rate this year is decreasing, too. This comes as the city changes course in how it handles the drug crisis. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Rizzo, Kensington Voice accountability reporter, about this new approach and if it's working. She breaks down a new drug recovery housing facility that was opened by Mayor Cherelle Parker in the Northeast, which the majority of funds from a legal settlement with pharmaceutical companies that sold opioids are going to support. Emily also breaks down why certain service providers are being kicked off the streets of Kensington, which has been the epicenter of the crisis. And how a new expedited court aims to get people into treatment immediately.  Read more of Emily's work at Kensington Voice here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We learned this week that there’s some good news when it comes to the city’s opioid crisis: Overdose deaths were down the last two years – and the rate this year is decreasing, too. This comes as the city changes course in how it handles the drug crisis. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Rizzo, Kensington Voice accountability reporter, about this new approach and if it's working. She breaks down a new drug recovery housing facility that was opened by Mayor Cherelle Parker in the Northeast, which the majority of funds from a legal settlement with pharmaceutical companies that sold opioids are going to support. Emily also breaks down why certain service providers are being kicked off the streets of Kensington, which has been the epicenter of the crisis. And how a new expedited court aims to get people into treatment immediately. 

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]]> 1594 How to Show Your Friends Philly in a Weekend People often ask us: “What should I do when visiting Philly?” Now, we have the answers. Send them the link to this episode, in which the City Cast Philly team (host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, newsletter editor Siani Colón, and executive producer Matt Katz) are giving out-of-town guests and acquaintances some recommendations of our favorite must-do experiences, restaurants, and hidden gems in the city. What do you recommend visitors see and eat in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 To listen to our series on South Street that Trenae mentioned, our four episodes are here, here, here, and here. And here is our show on Carpenter’s Hall.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast People often ask us: “What should I do when visiting Philly?” Now, we have the answers. Send them the link to this episode, in which the City Cast Philly team (host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, newsletter editor Siani Colón, and executive producer Matt Katz) are giving out-of-town guests and acquaintances some recommendations of our favorite must-do experiences, restaurants, and hidden gems in the city. What do you recommend visitors see and eat in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 To listen to our series on South Street that Trenae mentioned, our four episodes are here, here, here, and here. And here is our show on Carpenter’s Hall.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise People often ask us: “What should I do when visiting Philly?” Now, we have the answers. Send them the link to this episode, in which the City Cast Philly team (host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, newsletter editor Siani Colón, and executive producer Matt Katz) are giving out-of-town guests and acquaintances some recommendations of our favorite must-do experiences, restaurants, and hidden gems in the city.

What do you recommend visitors see and eat in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170

To listen to our series on South Street that Trenae mentioned, our four episodes are here, here, here, and here. And here is our show on Carpenter’s Hall. 

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]]> 2350 Philly Loves Working From Home. But Is It Bad for the Economy? Center City's office buildings have struggled to bounce back from the pandemic. One reason is because the way we work has changed – some of us are home all the time, some are hybrid, and some are in the office daily. Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, talks about the current state of downtown office buildings, why their value and occupancy is so much lower than before the pandemic, and what this all could mean for Philly. Read Jake's article here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 06 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Center City's office buildings have struggled to bounce back from the pandemic. One reason is because the way we work has changed – some of us are home all the time, some are hybrid, and some are in the office daily. Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, talks about the current state of downtown office buildings, why their value and occupancy is so much lower than before the pandemic, and what this all could mean for Philly. Read Jake's article here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Center City's office buildings have struggled to bounce back from the pandemic. One reason is because the way we work has changed – some of us are home all the time, some are hybrid, and some are in the office daily. Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, talks about the current state of downtown office buildings, why their value and occupancy is so much lower than before the pandemic, and what this all could mean for Philly. Read Jake's article here.

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]]> 1502 'Unsafe' SEPTA Rail Cars, Philly Government 'Hit List,' and Shutdown's Local Impact It's the Friday News Roundup! Executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz are talking about how the government shutdown will affect Philadelphians, why taxpayers are on the hook for thousands of dollars in legal settlements over firings on a “hit list,” who the power broker is who get in trouble for a speech about Gaza, and why a federal agency is calling on SEPTA to pull half of its regional rail fleet. Also: The Phillies are in the playoffs and the city is losing six Starbucks locations.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Federal Agency Faults Philadelphia Transit Agency Over Train Fires Lawsuit: Register of Wills John Sabatina Sr. used a ‘hit list’ of targeted employees to make room for patronage hires Independence Hall closes as shutdown hits Philly: Here’s what we know 6 Starbucks locations closing in Philadelphia this weekend Building Industry Association president Mo Rushdy resigns amid furor over Gaza speech A Guide To Philly Coffee Shops Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! Executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz are talking about how the government shutdown will affect Philadelphians, why taxpayers are on the hook for thousands of dollars in legal settlements over firings on a “hit list,” who the power broker is who get in trouble for a speech about Gaza, and why a federal agency is calling on SEPTA to pull half of its regional rail fleet. Also: The Phillies are in the playoffs and the city is losing six Starbucks locations.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Federal Agency Faults Philadelphia Transit Agency Over Train Fires Lawsuit: Register of Wills John Sabatina Sr. used a ‘hit list’ of targeted employees to make room for patronage hires Independence Hall closes as shutdown hits Philly: Here’s what we know 6 Starbucks locations closing in Philadelphia this weekend Building Industry Association president Mo Rushdy resigns amid furor over Gaza speech A Guide To Philly Coffee Shops Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! Executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz are talking about how the government shutdown will affect Philadelphians, why taxpayers are on the hook for thousands of dollars in legal settlements over firings on a “hit list,” who the power broker is who get in trouble for a speech about Gaza, and why a federal agency is calling on SEPTA to pull half of its regional rail fleet. Also: The Phillies are in the playoffs and the city is losing six Starbucks locations. 

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]]> 1629 Philly's Best Horror Events This Fall A quintessential October pastime is watching scary films. So we sat down with Christina Acevedo, Philly filmmaker and founder of the film club Girls Like Horror, about where to catch some of the most terrifying film events happening this month. Plus, we dig into her next movie project.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A quintessential October pastime is watching scary films. So we sat down with Christina Acevedo, Philly filmmaker and founder of the film club Girls Like Horror, about where to catch some of the most terrifying film events happening this month. Plus, we dig into her next movie project.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise A quintessential October pastime is watching scary films. So we sat down with Christina Acevedo, Philly filmmaker and founder of the film club Girls Like Horror, about where to catch some of the most terrifying film events happening this month. Plus, we dig into her next movie project. 

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]]> 1713 Your Guide to October 2025 in Philly Whether your Halloween costume includes a mask or a cowboy hat, the City Cast Philly team have the perfect events where you can rock any get-ups this month. From a masquerade at a historical property on the Delaware River to a rodeo in the heart of the city, October is packed. And if all that isn't scary enough for you, here's some of the most haunted places you can visit around town. For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  We’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a City Cast Philly member. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 01 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Whether your Halloween costume includes a mask or a cowboy hat, the City Cast Philly team have the perfect events where you can rock any get-ups this month. From a masquerade at a historical property on the Delaware River to a rodeo in the heart of the city, October is packed. And if all that isn't scary enough for you, here's some of the most haunted places you can visit around town. For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  We’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a City Cast Philly member. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Whether your Halloween costume includes a mask or a cowboy hat, the City Cast Philly team have the perfect events where you can rock any get-ups this month. From a masquerade at a historical property on the Delaware River to a rodeo in the heart of the city, October is packed. And if all that isn't scary enough for you, here's some of the most haunted places you can visit around town. For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

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]]> 1952 Farm-To-Glass: The Latest Drinking Trend in Philly  You’ve heard of farm-to-table, so what’s the deal with farm-to-glass? The latest from our bar scene shows Philly bartenders are turning produce into cocktails. From herby syrups and edible flowers to local wines and behind-the-bar fermentation, City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda tells host Trenae Nuri about the best places to drink up this new boozy trend and why it's the next big thing in the beverage industry.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast You’ve heard of farm-to-table, so what’s the deal with farm-to-glass? The latest from our bar scene shows Philly bartenders are turning produce into cocktails. From herby syrups and edible flowers to local wines and behind-the-bar fermentation, City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda tells host Trenae Nuri about the best places to drink up this new boozy trend and why it's the next big thing in the beverage industry.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise You’ve heard of farm-to-table, so what’s the deal with farm-to-glass? The latest from our bar scene shows Philly bartenders are turning produce into cocktails. From herby syrups and edible flowers to local wines and behind-the-bar fermentation, City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda tells host Trenae Nuri about the best places to drink up this new boozy trend and why it's the next big thing in the beverage industry. 

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]]> 1718 Philly's Air Quality is Getting Worse The air we breathe in Philly is getting significantly worse. The American Lung Association reported that this year the Philly area is the 26th worst out of 200 areas in the  country. This is having dramatic effects on our health. Philly-based freelance writer Jordan Teicher breaks down why the air quality has taken a nosedive and what can be done about it. Read Jordan’s story in Grid Magazine here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The air we breathe in Philly is getting significantly worse. The American Lung Association reported that this year the Philly area is the 26th worst out of 200 areas in the  country. This is having dramatic effects on our health. Philly-based freelance writer Jordan Teicher breaks down why the air quality has taken a nosedive and what can be done about it. Read Jordan’s story in Grid Magazine here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The air we breathe in Philly is getting significantly worse. The American Lung Association reported that this year the Philly area is the 26th worst out of 200 areas in the  country. This is having dramatic effects on our health. Philly-based freelance writer Jordan Teicher breaks down why the air quality has taken a nosedive and what can be done about it.

Read Jordan’s story in Grid Magazine here.  

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]]> 915 Budget Impasse Costs Philly, City Hall Bike Lanes & New Historical Markers It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why our schools are losing millions due to a lack of a state budget – and why Stacy Garrity, Pennsylvania treasurer (and gubernatorial candidate), is offering low-interest loans due to the budget impasse. Plus, we chat about the end of AIDS Walk Philly, new historical markers, and a bike lane coming smack in the center of town. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down these stories and more.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro’s GOP opponent Stacy Garrity steps in to offer counties $500 million in loans as Pa. budget remains at an impasse Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Approves 45 New Historical Markers to Celebrate State History Action Wellness Announces End Of AIDS Walk Philly, Plans Legacy Tribute Event To Honor Walk’s 38 Years Of Service Temple marching band celebrates 100 years of legacy, life lessons and fun Philly schools will borrow up to $1.5 billion to pay for a new teacher contract and other costs Pennsylvania’s state budget is nearly 3 months late. Leaders still can’t agree on the basics. Construction begins on new bike lane around City Hall Philly to get 14 new state historical markers, including for Bellevue hotel, Kensington riots Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why our schools are losing millions due to a lack of a state budget – and why Stacy Garrity, Pennsylvania treasurer (and gubernatorial candidate), is offering low-interest loans due to the budget impasse. Plus, we chat about the end of AIDS Walk Philly, new historical markers, and a bike lane coming smack in the center of town. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down these stories and more.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro’s GOP opponent Stacy Garrity steps in to offer counties $500 million in loans as Pa. budget remains at an impasse Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Approves 45 New Historical Markers to Celebrate State History Action Wellness Announces End Of AIDS Walk Philly, Plans Legacy Tribute Event To Honor Walk’s 38 Years Of Service Temple marching band celebrates 100 years of legacy, life lessons and fun Philly schools will borrow up to $1.5 billion to pay for a new teacher contract and other costs Pennsylvania’s state budget is nearly 3 months late. Leaders still can’t agree on the basics. Construction begins on new bike lane around City Hall Philly to get 14 new state historical markers, including for Bellevue hotel, Kensington riots Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why our schools are losing millions due to a lack of a state budget – and why Stacy Garrity, Pennsylvania treasurer (and gubernatorial candidate), is offering low-interest loans due to the budget impasse. Plus, we chat about the end of AIDS Walk Philly, new historical markers, and a bike lane coming smack in the center of town. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down these stories and more. 

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]]> 1477 Philly’s Best Grocery Stores & Hidden Deals The team is here to save you some cash on groceries. Some of us bargain hunters and others just love niche markets and farm-to-table products. But we all have opinions where to find the best eggs, fresh produce, and cheap snacks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon to let you in on the best grocery shopping hacks in Philly. Plus: Grocery store karaoke?!?   Where do you shop? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The team is here to save you some cash on groceries. Some of us bargain hunters and others just love niche markets and farm-to-table products. But we all have opinions where to find the best eggs, fresh produce, and cheap snacks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon to let you in on the best grocery shopping hacks in Philly. Plus: Grocery store karaoke?!?   Where do you shop? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The team is here to save you some cash on groceries. Some of us bargain hunters and others just love niche markets and farm-to-table products. But we all have opinions where to find the best eggs, fresh produce, and cheap snacks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon to let you in on the best grocery shopping hacks in Philly. Plus: Grocery store karaoke?!?  

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]]> 1495 Philly's Surprising New Plan To Curb Illegal Gun Sales Mayor Cherelle Parker just signed a new law targeted at reducing shootings in the city and it’s believed to be the first in the nation. This new law requires gun shops to post a bright orange sign in their stores as a deterrent of anyone buying a gun for someone who can’t legally own one – a practice known as straw purchasing. ⁠Mensah Dean⁠, staff writer at The Trace, talks with host Trenae Nuri to break down why this practice is rampant in Philly and the legal vulnerabilities at play.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Mayor Cherelle Parker just signed a new law targeted at reducing shootings in the city and it’s believed to be the first in the nation. This new law requires gun shops to post a bright orange sign in their stores as a deterrent of anyone buying a gun for someone who can’t legally own one – a practice known as straw purchasing. ⁠Mensah Dean⁠, staff writer at The Trace, talks with host Trenae Nuri to break down why this practice is rampant in Philly and the legal vulnerabilities at play.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Mayor Cherelle Parker just signed a new law targeted at reducing shootings in the city and it’s believed to be the first in the nation. This new law requires gun shops to post a bright orange sign in their stores as a deterrent of anyone buying a gun for someone who can’t legally own one – a practice known as straw purchasing. ⁠Mensah Dean⁠, staff writer at The Trace, talks with host Trenae Nuri to break down why this practice is rampant in Philly and the legal vulnerabilities at play. 

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]]> 951 Trump Targets Philly Slavery Memorial for Removal Under an executive order issued by President Trump mandating removal of material at national monuments, museums, and parks that “inappropriately disparage Americans,” the National Park Service is planning to remove mentions of slavery from the President’s House exhibit at Independence National Historical Park on 6th and Market Streets. Host Trenae Nuri talks with the Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, historiographer and executive director of research and scholarship at African Methodist Episcopal Church, about what this says about the nation and its reckoning with slavery – especially in the city that birthed this nation.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Under an executive order issued by President Trump mandating removal of material at national monuments, museums, and parks that “inappropriately disparage Americans,” the National Park Service is planning to remove mentions of slavery from the President’s House exhibit at Independence National Historical Park on 6th and Market Streets. Host Trenae Nuri talks with the Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, historiographer and executive director of research and scholarship at African Methodist Episcopal Church, about what this says about the nation and its reckoning with slavery – especially in the city that birthed this nation.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Under an executive order issued by President Trump mandating removal of material at national monuments, museums, and parks that “inappropriately disparage Americans,” the National Park Service is planning to remove mentions of slavery from the President’s House exhibit at Independence National Historical Park on 6th and Market Streets. Host Trenae Nuri talks with the Rev. Mark Kelly Tyler, historiographer and executive director of research and scholarship at African Methodist Episcopal Church, about what this says about the nation and its reckoning with slavery – especially in the city that birthed this nation.  

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]]> 1843 Philly Has a Gambling Problem, and the Fix Isn’t Working Gambling is everywhere in Philly – from sports betting apps to the lottery, skill games to casinos. Since gambling can be incredibly addictive, there’s a state service designed to allow people to ban themselves from casinos and gambling apps. But it’s not really working, and people are paying the price. Isaac Avilusea, reporter for Axios Philadelphia, joins host Trenae Nuri today to talk about his article explaining what has gone wrong.  For help with compulsive or problem gambling, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 22 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Gambling is everywhere in Philly – from sports betting apps to the lottery, skill games to casinos. Since gambling can be incredibly addictive, there’s a state service designed to allow people to ban themselves from casinos and gambling apps. But it’s not really working, and people are paying the price. Isaac Avilusea, reporter for Axios Philadelphia, joins host Trenae Nuri today to talk about his article explaining what has gone wrong.  For help with compulsive or problem gambling, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Gambling is everywhere in Philly – from sports betting apps to the lottery, skill games to casinos. Since gambling can be incredibly addictive, there’s a state service designed to allow people to ban themselves from casinos and gambling apps. But it’s not really working, and people are paying the price. Isaac Avilusea, reporter for Axios Philadelphia, joins host Trenae Nuri today to talk about his article explaining what has gone wrong. 

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]]> 1395 ICE Raids Park, Shapiro Denounces Political Violence, Krasner Warns of Military Invasion This is our Friday News Roundup, with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. We talk about how the Trump administration is removing exhibits about slavery from Independence National Historic Park, where ICE raided on Monday morning, why District Attorney Larry Krasner is holding town hall meetings warning of a U.S. military invasion on the city, what the reaction to Governor Josh Shapiro’s big speech on political violence says about this moment in history, and why we’re just as happy about the reopening of MLK Drive’s bridge as we are about the opening of Calder Gardens. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro’s GOP challenger says he made his anti-violence speech about himself instead of Charlie Kirk ‘Despicable’: Sen. McCormick condemns senior Penn administrator's posts about Charlie Kirk shooting They talked about Charlie Kirk’s death on social media. Now, they’re getting death threats. ICE arrested several people in a South Philly park raid, immigration group says Inside Pa.’s largest immigrant detention center: Violence, desperation, little oversight MLK Drive Bridge set to reopen after $20 million rehabilitation Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Kidney Cancer Association Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This is our Friday News Roundup, with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. We talk about how the Trump administration is removing exhibits about slavery from Independence National Historic Park, where ICE raided on Monday morning, why District Attorney Larry Krasner is holding town hall meetings warning of a U.S. military invasion on the city, what the reaction to Governor Josh Shapiro’s big speech on political violence says about this moment in history, and why we’re just as happy about the reopening of MLK Drive’s bridge as we are about the opening of Calder Gardens. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro’s GOP challenger says he made his anti-violence speech about himself instead of Charlie Kirk ‘Despicable’: Sen. McCormick condemns senior Penn administrator's posts about Charlie Kirk shooting They talked about Charlie Kirk’s death on social media. Now, they’re getting death threats. ICE arrested several people in a South Philly park raid, immigration group says Inside Pa.’s largest immigrant detention center: Violence, desperation, little oversight MLK Drive Bridge set to reopen after $20 million rehabilitation Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Kidney Cancer Association Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This is our Friday News Roundup, with host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz. We talk about how the Trump administration is removing exhibits about slavery from Independence National Historic Park, where ICE raided on Monday morning, why District Attorney Larry Krasner is holding town hall meetings warning of a U.S. military invasion on the city, what the reaction to Governor Josh Shapiro’s big speech on political violence says about this moment in history, and why we’re just as happy about the reopening of MLK Drive’s bridge as we are about the opening of Calder Gardens.

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]]> 1713 A Hard-Hitting, Gender-Inclusive Rugby Tradition in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia Rugby Football Club has been hitting the pitch since the 1970s, making it one of the oldest teams in the country. As the Supreme Court considers banning trans people from participating in scholastic sports, this club team is championing the push to make rugby a welcoming space for all. And when our producer Abby Fritz isn’t helping make City Cast Philly, she plays for PRFC. She brought her microphone to practice and sat down with teammates May Shuter, Rachel Miller, and Linnae Allen to talk about their trans-inclusive team. Check out PRFC's website to learn more about the team and attend upcoming games. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey PhillyCall or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: Kidney Cancer Association  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 18 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphia Rugby Football Club has been hitting the pitch since the 1970s, making it one of the oldest teams in the country. As the Supreme Court considers banning trans people from participating in scholastic sports, this club team is championing the push to make rugby a welcoming space for all. And when our producer Abby Fritz isn’t helping make City Cast Philly, she plays for PRFC. She brought her microphone to practice and sat down with teammates May Shuter, Rachel Miller, and Linnae Allen to talk about their trans-inclusive team. Check out PRFC's website to learn more about the team and attend upcoming games. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey PhillyCall or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: Kidney Cancer Association  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philadelphia Rugby Football Club has been hitting the pitch since the 1970s, making it one of the oldest teams in the country. As the Supreme Court considers banning trans people from participating in scholastic sports, this club team is championing the push to make rugby a welcoming space for all. And when our producer Abby Fritz isn’t helping make City Cast Philly, she plays for PRFC. She brought her microphone to practice and sat down with teammates May Shuter, Rachel Miller, and Linnae Allen to talk about their trans-inclusive team.

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]]> 922 With Trump Targeting Cities, Conor Lamb Has Some Advice for Fellow Dems https://philly.citycast.fm/ Democrats in Philly keep searching for ways to push back against President Trump and the policies that they say harm our city. So some are turning to Conor Lamb, a former Democratic congressman from Western Pennsylvania who lost to Sen. John Fetterman in the 2022 primary. On today’s show host Trenae Nuri teams up with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk to Lamb about how he thinks local Democrats should be responding to federal policies right now, and what he’s hearing from Pennsylvanians as he goes around the state hosting town hall meetings. And: Will he run again? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: Kidney Cancer Association   Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Democrats in Philly keep searching for ways to push back against President Trump and the policies that they say harm our city. So some are turning to Conor Lamb, a former Democratic congressman from Western Pennsylvania who lost to Sen. John Fetterman in the 2022 primary. On today’s show host Trenae Nuri teams up with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk to Lamb about how he thinks local Democrats should be responding to federal policies right now, and what he’s hearing from Pennsylvanians as he goes around the state hosting town hall meetings. And: Will he run again? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: Kidney Cancer Association   Democrats in Philly keep searching for ways to push back against President Trump and the policies that they say harm our city. So some are turning to Conor Lamb, a former Democratic congressman from Western Pennsylvania who lost to Sen. John Fetterman in the 2022 primary. On today’s show host Trenae Nuri teams up with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk to Lamb about how he thinks local Democrats should be responding to federal policies right now, and what he’s hearing from Pennsylvanians as he goes around the state hosting town hall meetings. And: Will he run again?

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]]> 1837 Why Did Philly Tow My Legally Parked Car? https://philly.citycast.fm/  Did you know your car can be towed in Philly, even if it’s parked legally? “Courtesy towing” is a longtime – and uniquely Philly – practice where a car is moved without notice to an unknown location in order to accommodate construction or events. And it has left some Philadelphians wondering where the heck their car went. In today’s show we’re repairing a chat that host Trenae Nuri had with Bill Bender, investigative reporter for The Inquirer, to talk courtesy towing, which he’s been digging into for years.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: Kidney Cancer Association   Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast  Did you know your car can be towed in Philly, even if it’s parked legally? “Courtesy towing” is a longtime – and uniquely Philly – practice where a car is moved without notice to an unknown location in order to accommodate construction or events. And it has left some Philadelphians wondering where the heck their car went. In today’s show we’re repairing a chat that host Trenae Nuri had with Bill Bender, investigative reporter for The Inquirer, to talk courtesy towing, which he’s been digging into for years.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: Kidney Cancer Association   Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise  Did you know your car can be towed in Philly, even if it’s parked legally? “Courtesy towing” is a longtime – and uniquely Philly – practice where a car is moved without notice to an unknown location in order to accommodate construction or events. And it has left some Philadelphians wondering where the heck their car went. In today’s show we’re repairing a chat that host Trenae Nuri had with Bill Bender, investigative reporter for The Inquirer, to talk courtesy towing, which he’s been digging into for years. 

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]]> 1011 The Mütter Museum’s Ethical Overhaul The Mütter Museum, one of Philly’s prominent institutions, has rethought the ethical considerations around its collection and display of bodies and body parts. This institution gives us a sometimes graphic window into medical mysteries through its displays of human specimens, and it has now completed what it calls a Postmortem Project to modernize its approach to the displays of the deceased. Host Trenae Nuri visits the Mütter Museum in Center City to sit down with Erin McLeary, senior director of collections and research, and Sara Ray, senior director of interpretation and engagement, about how the museum is modernizing how it educates us about the human body.  Register here for the Postmortem Project Story Slam on Sept. 24th.  Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Kidney Cancer Association   Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 15 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Mütter Museum, one of Philly’s prominent institutions, has rethought the ethical considerations around its collection and display of bodies and body parts. This institution gives us a sometimes graphic window into medical mysteries through its displays of human specimens, and it has now completed what it calls a Postmortem Project to modernize its approach to the displays of the deceased. Host Trenae Nuri visits the Mütter Museum in Center City to sit down with Erin McLeary, senior director of collections and research, and Sara Ray, senior director of interpretation and engagement, about how the museum is modernizing how it educates us about the human body.  Register here for the Postmortem Project Story Slam on Sept. 24th.  Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Kidney Cancer Association   Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The Mütter Museum, one of Philly’s prominent institutions, has rethought the ethical considerations around its collection and display of bodies and body parts. This institution gives us a sometimes graphic window into medical mysteries through its displays of human specimens, and it has now completed what it calls a Postmortem Project to modernize its approach to the displays of the deceased. Host Trenae Nuri visits the Mütter Museum in Center City to sit down with Erin McLeary, senior director of collections and research, and Sara Ray, senior director of interpretation and engagement, about how the museum is modernizing how it educates us about the human body. 

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]]> 2026 SEPTA Restores Service, Cameras Will Catch You Speeding & Voting on Judges It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about this week's headlines, including: SEPTA cuts getting reversed (thank goodness – but what are the consequences of how it all went down?), speed cameras on Broad Street (is 25 mph too slow?), and the judicial retention election this fall (we explain what that means). Plus, our spit-take on Philly sports. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly board of health approves city-wide permitting rules for mobile services PA Supreme Court justices talk retention elections, court operations at Philadelphia forum National money starts flowing into critical Pa. Supreme Court retention races SEPTA service restoration is a short-term win | Editorial Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about this week's headlines, including: SEPTA cuts getting reversed (thank goodness – but what are the consequences of how it all went down?), speed cameras on Broad Street (is 25 mph too slow?), and the judicial retention election this fall (we explain what that means). Plus, our spit-take on Philly sports. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly board of health approves city-wide permitting rules for mobile services PA Supreme Court justices talk retention elections, court operations at Philadelphia forum National money starts flowing into critical Pa. Supreme Court retention races SEPTA service restoration is a short-term win | Editorial Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about this week's headlines, including: SEPTA cuts getting reversed (thank goodness – but what are the consequences of how it all went down?), speed cameras on Broad Street (is 25 mph too slow?), and the judicial retention election this fall (we explain what that means). Plus, our spit-take on Philly sports.

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]]> 1866 Bars & Bookstores: A Queen Village Neighborhood Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ All week, we’ve been hanging out on South Street and learning about its past, present and future. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Siani Colón, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the  businesses, bars and even bookshops in Queen Village, a neighborhood along the East side of South Street.  Check out Siani’s Graduate Hospital neighborhood guide here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast All week, we’ve been hanging out on South Street and learning about its past, present and future. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Siani Colón, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the  businesses, bars and even bookshops in Queen Village, a neighborhood along the East side of South Street.  Check out Siani’s Graduate Hospital neighborhood guide here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise All week, we’ve been hanging out on South Street and learning about its past, present and future. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Siani Colón, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the  businesses, bars and even bookshops in Queen Village, a neighborhood along the East side of South Street. 

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]]> 1920 Can South Street Stay Quirky? This is part 3 of our South Street Series covering what we consider Philly's most iconic street. We take a look at the mix of businesses that have made South Street distinct, with interviews from Drexel University Professor Richardson Dilworth, Condom Kingdom owner Stu Schlaffman, Streets Dept. founder Conrad Benner, Councilmember Mark Squilla, and Jim’s South Street president Ken Silver. And ICYMI, listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of our series on the history of South Street! What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel- Get 15% off with code PHILLY  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 10 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This is part 3 of our South Street Series covering what we consider Philly's most iconic street. We take a look at the mix of businesses that have made South Street distinct, with interviews from Drexel University Professor Richardson Dilworth, Condom Kingdom owner Stu Schlaffman, Streets Dept. founder Conrad Benner, Councilmember Mark Squilla, and Jim’s South Street president Ken Silver. And ICYMI, listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of our series on the history of South Street! What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel- Get 15% off with code PHILLY  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This is part 3 of our South Street Series covering what we consider Philly's most iconic street. We take a look at the mix of businesses that have made South Street distinct, with interviews from Drexel University Professor Richardson Dilworth, Condom Kingdom owner Stu Schlaffman, Streets Dept. founder Conrad Benner, Councilmember Mark Squilla, and Jim’s South Street president Ken Silver. And ICYMI, listen to Part 1 and Part 2 of our series on the history of South Street!

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]]> 2144 How South Street Became Philly's Party Spot South Street is where you go when you’re visiting from out of town, where you go when you’re a suburban kid looking for some counter-cultural grittiness, and where you go see your favorite band at the TLA and eat your favorite cheesesteak at Jim’s afterward. In the second part of our series on Philly's most iconic street, we’re looking at what has drawn people to South Street for centuries: Entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with legendary Philly DJ Cosmo Baker, Philly Jazz Legacy Project consulting archivist Jack McCarthy, Bob & Barbara’s owner Jack Prince, author David Bradley (whose book South Street is republishing next year), and Odunde CEO Bumi Fernandez-West. Also be sure to check back and listen to yesterday’s show to hear about the fascinating tumultuous history of South Street going back to colonial days.  What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast South Street is where you go when you’re visiting from out of town, where you go when you’re a suburban kid looking for some counter-cultural grittiness, and where you go see your favorite band at the TLA and eat your favorite cheesesteak at Jim’s afterward. In the second part of our series on Philly's most iconic street, we’re looking at what has drawn people to South Street for centuries: Entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with legendary Philly DJ Cosmo Baker, Philly Jazz Legacy Project consulting archivist Jack McCarthy, Bob & Barbara’s owner Jack Prince, author David Bradley (whose book South Street is republishing next year), and Odunde CEO Bumi Fernandez-West. Also be sure to check back and listen to yesterday’s show to hear about the fascinating tumultuous history of South Street going back to colonial days.  What’s your favorite South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel - Get 15% off with code PHILLY Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise South Street is where you go when you’re visiting from out of town, where you go when you’re a suburban kid looking for some counter-cultural grittiness, and where you go see your favorite band at the TLA and eat your favorite cheesesteak at Jim’s afterward. In the second part of our series on Philly's most iconic street, we’re looking at what has drawn people to South Street for centuries: Entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with legendary Philly DJ Cosmo Baker, Philly Jazz Legacy Project consulting archivist Jack McCarthy, Bob & Barbara’s owner Jack Prince, author David Bradley (whose book South Street is republishing next year), and Odunde CEO Bumi Fernandez-West. Also be sure to check back and listen to yesterday’s show to hear about the fascinating tumultuous history of South Street going back to colonial days. 

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]]> 2504 The Fights That Made South Street Iconic Today is the launch of our three-part series on the history and future of Philly's most iconic street: South Street. You've probably danced and shopped on it. You've definitely gotten a beer and eaten a cheesesteak on it. But this one-lane, one way strip from the Schuylkill to the Delaware has seen Philly history happen. In this episode we're going back to colonial times to understand how South Street has always been a hot spot – for shopping, for civil rights struggles, and for entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri interviews political scientist Richardson Dilworth, journalist Dan Biddle, and Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. We also use archival tape from the Philadelphia Department of Records. What’s your South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 08 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Today is the launch of our three-part series on the history and future of Philly's most iconic street: South Street. You've probably danced and shopped on it. You've definitely gotten a beer and eaten a cheesesteak on it. But this one-lane, one way strip from the Schuylkill to the Delaware has seen Philly history happen. In this episode we're going back to colonial times to understand how South Street has always been a hot spot – for shopping, for civil rights struggles, and for entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri interviews political scientist Richardson Dilworth, journalist Dan Biddle, and Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. We also use archival tape from the Philadelphia Department of Records. What’s your South Street memory? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Pottery Spottery Kidney Cancer Association  Center City District  Huel Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Today is the launch of our three-part series on the history and future of Philly's most iconic street: South Street. You've probably danced and shopped on it. You've definitely gotten a beer and eaten a cheesesteak on it. But this one-lane, one way strip from the Schuylkill to the Delaware has seen Philly history happen. In this episode we're going back to colonial times to understand how South Street has always been a hot spot – for shopping, for civil rights struggles, and for entertainment. Host Trenae Nuri interviews political scientist Richardson Dilworth, journalist Dan Biddle, and Selena Austin of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. We also use archival tape from the Philadelphia Department of Records.

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]]> 2062 SEPTA Cuts, Cyclist Killed in Fairmount & 2026 City Upgrades It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about full SEPTA service for Eagles ticket-holders – but not for the rest of us. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also report on the crowded Democratic race for the 3rd congressional seat, a cyclist killed in Fairmount Park, the possible deployment of federal troops to the city, and our neighborhoods getting upgrades for America’s 250th birthday celebration. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA cuts made Philly schools’ attendance tumble significantly Pa. is braced for Trump to send National Guard to Philadelphia, Gov. Shapiro says State Rep. Morgan Cephas is running for Dwight Evans’ seat in Congress Bicyclist killed by speeding car ID'd as 67-year-old cyclist advocate A Women's Sports Renaissance in Philly Powerball jackpot soars to $1.7 billion after no winner Wednesday In the ongoing SEPTA crisis, getting fans to games outranks getting kids to class | Editorial Philly’s Long History With Block Captains A Women’s Sports Renaissance in Philly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about full SEPTA service for Eagles ticket-holders – but not for the rest of us. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also report on the crowded Democratic race for the 3rd congressional seat, a cyclist killed in Fairmount Park, the possible deployment of federal troops to the city, and our neighborhoods getting upgrades for America’s 250th birthday celebration. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA cuts made Philly schools’ attendance tumble significantly Pa. is braced for Trump to send National Guard to Philadelphia, Gov. Shapiro says State Rep. Morgan Cephas is running for Dwight Evans’ seat in Congress Bicyclist killed by speeding car ID'd as 67-year-old cyclist advocate A Women's Sports Renaissance in Philly Powerball jackpot soars to $1.7 billion after no winner Wednesday In the ongoing SEPTA crisis, getting fans to games outranks getting kids to class | Editorial Philly’s Long History With Block Captains A Women’s Sports Renaissance in Philly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about full SEPTA service for Eagles ticket-holders – but not for the rest of us. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also report on the crowded Democratic race for the 3rd congressional seat, a cyclist killed in Fairmount Park, the possible deployment of federal troops to the city, and our neighborhoods getting upgrades for America’s 250th birthday celebration.

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]]> 1758 Eagles' Journey to Super Bowl Repeat Starts Today Super Bowl MVP quarterback Jalen Hurts – plus Saquon Bakley and AJ Brown and Lane Johnson – start tonight on the path to another championship. Can the Eagles do it again? Let’s at least beat the Dallas Cowboys tonight in the season opener! Host Trenae Nuri is here with City Cast Philly sports contributor O.J. Spivey, who covers the team for The Philadelphia Tribune, with season predictions, stadium vs. tailgating food, and “tush push” talk. GO BIRDS!  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Super Bowl MVP quarterback Jalen Hurts – plus Saquon Bakley and AJ Brown and Lane Johnson – start tonight on the path to another championship. Can the Eagles do it again? Let’s at least beat the Dallas Cowboys tonight in the season opener! Host Trenae Nuri is here with City Cast Philly sports contributor O.J. Spivey, who covers the team for The Philadelphia Tribune, with season predictions, stadium vs. tailgating food, and “tush push” talk. GO BIRDS!  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Super Bowl MVP quarterback Jalen Hurts – plus Saquon Bakley and AJ Brown and Lane Johnson – start tonight on the path to another championship. Can the Eagles do it again? Let’s at least beat the Dallas Cowboys tonight in the season opener! Host Trenae Nuri is here with City Cast Philly sports contributor O.J. Spivey, who covers the team for The Philadelphia Tribune, with season predictions, stadium vs. tailgating food, and “tush push” talk. GO BIRDS! 

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]]> 1499 What a SEPTA Crisis & Trash Strike Tells Us About Philly Politics A transit crisis with SEPTA that has led to crowded buses and canceled routes. A labor strike with city workers that left trash piled up on our streets. What does all this say about Philly and Pennsylvania politics? And what should we be expecting this fall? City Cast Philly’s politics contributor, Lauren Vidas, joins us for a rundown in our Wednesday politics episode.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A transit crisis with SEPTA that has led to crowded buses and canceled routes. A labor strike with city workers that left trash piled up on our streets. What does all this say about Philly and Pennsylvania politics? And what should we be expecting this fall? City Cast Philly’s politics contributor, Lauren Vidas, joins us for a rundown in our Wednesday politics episode.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise A transit crisis with SEPTA that has led to crowded buses and canceled routes. A labor strike with city workers that left trash piled up on our streets. What does all this say about Philly and Pennsylvania politics? And what should we be expecting this fall? City Cast Philly’s politics contributor, Lauren Vidas, joins us for a rundown in our Wednesday politics episode. 

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]]> 1187 The Best Outdoor Dining in Philly Right Now As summer winds down, there’s still time to enjoy a nice meal or a drink under the sunshine. Philly’s got plenty to offer when it comes to outdoor dining options whether that's a rooftop deck, shaded outdoor patio, garden, or sidewalk seating. To help you make some reservations, host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda talk through some of the best restaurants, bars and distilleries that offer great drinks, great food and great outdoor seating.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 02 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As summer winds down, there’s still time to enjoy a nice meal or a drink under the sunshine. Philly’s got plenty to offer when it comes to outdoor dining options whether that's a rooftop deck, shaded outdoor patio, garden, or sidewalk seating. To help you make some reservations, host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda talk through some of the best restaurants, bars and distilleries that offer great drinks, great food and great outdoor seating.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As summer winds down, there’s still time to enjoy a nice meal or a drink under the sunshine. Philly’s got plenty to offer when it comes to outdoor dining options whether that's a rooftop deck, shaded outdoor patio, garden, or sidewalk seating. To help you make some reservations, host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda talk through some of the best restaurants, bars and distilleries that offer great drinks, great food and great outdoor seating. 

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]]> 1470 Looming School Officer Strike, SEPTA Overcrowding & Bellevue’s $100 Cheesesteak It’s our Friday News Round up. We’re talking about why everyone arrived late to work and school this week, more SEPTA cuts happening September 1, Philly public school teachers have a tentative deal (but school SAFETY officers are threatening to strike), and where you can get the new $100 cheesesteak. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz chat about these stories and more.     Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  As SEPTA cuts go into effect across the Philly region, a top Senate GOP leader is hosting a fundraiser How close are Pennsylvania lawmakers to securing funding for SEPTA? On Philly’s first day of school, students and educators feel the strain of SEPTA cuts PFT’s new contract includes 3% raises, parental leave, and an easier path up the pay scale Are Pennsylvania lawmakers close to securing funding for SEPTA to stop service cuts? The Bellevue’s New $100 Cheesesteak Comes With a Butler and a Silver Platter Philly school police officers say they need better pay and training — and new uniforms — to keep kids safe Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 29 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s our Friday News Round up. We’re talking about why everyone arrived late to work and school this week, more SEPTA cuts happening September 1, Philly public school teachers have a tentative deal (but school SAFETY officers are threatening to strike), and where you can get the new $100 cheesesteak. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz chat about these stories and more.     Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  As SEPTA cuts go into effect across the Philly region, a top Senate GOP leader is hosting a fundraiser How close are Pennsylvania lawmakers to securing funding for SEPTA? On Philly’s first day of school, students and educators feel the strain of SEPTA cuts PFT’s new contract includes 3% raises, parental leave, and an easier path up the pay scale Are Pennsylvania lawmakers close to securing funding for SEPTA to stop service cuts? The Bellevue’s New $100 Cheesesteak Comes With a Butler and a Silver Platter Philly school police officers say they need better pay and training — and new uniforms — to keep kids safe Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s our Friday News Round up. We’re talking about why everyone arrived late to work and school this week, more SEPTA cuts happening September 1, Philly public school teachers have a tentative deal (but school SAFETY officers are threatening to strike), and where you can get the new $100 cheesesteak. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz chat about these stories and more.    

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]]> 1722 Your Guide to Sept 2025 in Philly Philly welcomes fall in September, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy early autumn in the city. In this episode you’ll hear about a new museum, a cheesy cheesesteak deep dish pizza, and car-free zones. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  We’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a City Cast Philly member. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly welcomes fall in September, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy early autumn in the city. In this episode you’ll hear about a new museum, a cheesy cheesesteak deep dish pizza, and car-free zones. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  We’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a City Cast Philly member. Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly welcomes fall in September, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy early autumn in the city. In this episode you’ll hear about a new museum, a cheesy cheesesteak deep dish pizza, and car-free zones. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

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]]> 1716 Closing Stores Early is the New Plan to Reduce Crime In our weekly Wednesday politics episode we’re taking a look at a business curfew bill aimed at curbing violence around businesses in Kensington, Germantown, Mt. Airy and parts of North Philly. If the bill sponsored by Council Member Quetcy Lozada is signed into law, businesses in these areas will be forced to close between 11pm and 6am. It’s a crackdown on what the city calls “nuisance” businesses. But a group of business leaders don’t want this curfew. They say it’s going to hurt the way they make money. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, about the possible expanded curfew. Read Isaac's full story here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In our weekly Wednesday politics episode we’re taking a look at a business curfew bill aimed at curbing violence around businesses in Kensington, Germantown, Mt. Airy and parts of North Philly. If the bill sponsored by Council Member Quetcy Lozada is signed into law, businesses in these areas will be forced to close between 11pm and 6am. It’s a crackdown on what the city calls “nuisance” businesses. But a group of business leaders don’t want this curfew. They say it’s going to hurt the way they make money. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, about the possible expanded curfew. Read Isaac's full story here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise In our weekly Wednesday politics episode we’re taking a look at a business curfew bill aimed at curbing violence around businesses in Kensington, Germantown, Mt. Airy and parts of North Philly. If the bill sponsored by Council Member Quetcy Lozada is signed into law, businesses in these areas will be forced to close between 11pm and 6am. It’s a crackdown on what the city calls “nuisance” businesses. But a group of business leaders don’t want this curfew. They say it’s going to hurt the way they make money. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, about the possible expanded curfew.

Read Isaac's full story here. 

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]]> 1261 The Best Bakeries in Philly Whether it's a birthday cake or a pick-me-up brownie, Philly knows how to do sweet treats. Host Trenae Nuri navigates the classic Italian bakeries and contemporary dessert landscape with food journalists for The Infatuation Philadelphia, Candis McLean and Alison Kessler. Plus, sliced cakes are back.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us what you’re eating: 215-259-8170 We’re on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Whether it's a birthday cake or a pick-me-up brownie, Philly knows how to do sweet treats. Host Trenae Nuri navigates the classic Italian bakeries and contemporary dessert landscape with food journalists for The Infatuation Philadelphia, Candis McLean and Alison Kessler. Plus, sliced cakes are back.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us what you’re eating: 215-259-8170 We’re on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Whether it's a birthday cake or a pick-me-up brownie, Philly knows how to do sweet treats. Host Trenae Nuri navigates the classic Italian bakeries and contemporary dessert landscape with food journalists for The Infatuation Philadelphia, Candis McLean and Alison Kessler. Plus, sliced cakes are back. 

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]]> 1427 SEPTA’s Transit Collapse: How Did We Get Here? Philly’s mass transit system has been upended. The first wave of SEPTA service cuts went into effect yesterday, but there will be more soon and fares will increase on September 1. While Harrisburg continues to be at odds over how to fund mass transit in the Commonwealth, the way hundreds of thousands of people travel in our city and region has been decimated. So how did things get so bad? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alan Fisher, transit, urban planning, and railroad advocate and host of “The Armchair Urbanist,” about the relationship between SEPTA and the state.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card—and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly’s mass transit system has been upended. The first wave of SEPTA service cuts went into effect yesterday, but there will be more soon and fares will increase on September 1. While Harrisburg continues to be at odds over how to fund mass transit in the Commonwealth, the way hundreds of thousands of people travel in our city and region has been decimated. So how did things get so bad? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alan Fisher, transit, urban planning, and railroad advocate and host of “The Armchair Urbanist,” about the relationship between SEPTA and the state.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card—and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly’s mass transit system has been upended. The first wave of SEPTA service cuts went into effect yesterday, but there will be more soon and fares will increase on September 1. While Harrisburg continues to be at odds over how to fund mass transit in the Commonwealth, the way hundreds of thousands of people travel in our city and region has been decimated. So how did things get so bad? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alan Fisher, transit, urban planning, and railroad advocate and host of “The Armchair Urbanist,” about the relationship between SEPTA and the state. 
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]]> 2067 SEPTA Cuts Hit Sunday, Xfinity Live! Name Change & McGlinchey’s Closes? It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the first wave of SEPTA service cuts, how Philly is planning to move about in the city and throughout the region with these cuts, Frankford High School reopens after closures due to asbestos, and Xfinity Live! Gets a name change. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz to talk this all out, plus what they found about the mixed messaging around McGlinchey’s future.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA ambassadors help riders plan for potential cuts Some SEPTA paratransit riders will lose service due to cuts Stacy Garrity is officially running for governor of Pennsylvania Amtrak: SEPTA cuts could affect service all across Pennsylvania Lincoln High can put 900 students in trailers to relieve overcrowding, the city zoning board ruled Philadelphia’s Frankford High School reopens after $30 million asbestos remediation project McGlinchey’s Employees Say the Bar Is Closing Forever (Updated) McGlinchey's owner says he plans to sell the bar, not close Bartram’s Mile Trail Reopened for Public Use. Xfinity Live! gets new name in partnership with Philadelphia-based Stateside Brands Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Independence Seaport Museum  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the first wave of SEPTA service cuts, how Philly is planning to move about in the city and throughout the region with these cuts, Frankford High School reopens after closures due to asbestos, and Xfinity Live! Gets a name change. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz to talk this all out, plus what they found about the mixed messaging around McGlinchey’s future.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA ambassadors help riders plan for potential cuts Some SEPTA paratransit riders will lose service due to cuts Stacy Garrity is officially running for governor of Pennsylvania Amtrak: SEPTA cuts could affect service all across Pennsylvania Lincoln High can put 900 students in trailers to relieve overcrowding, the city zoning board ruled Philadelphia’s Frankford High School reopens after $30 million asbestos remediation project McGlinchey’s Employees Say the Bar Is Closing Forever (Updated) McGlinchey's owner says he plans to sell the bar, not close Bartram’s Mile Trail Reopened for Public Use. Xfinity Live! gets new name in partnership with Philadelphia-based Stateside Brands Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Independence Seaport Museum  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the first wave of SEPTA service cuts, how Philly is planning to move about in the city and throughout the region with these cuts, Frankford High School reopens after closures due to asbestos, and Xfinity Live! Gets a name change. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz to talk this all out, plus what they found about the mixed messaging around McGlinchey’s future. 

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]]> 1845 What the Future Holds for McGlinchey's and Philly's Smoking Bars This week, news broke that McGlinchey’s would close permanently after tomorrow. But the owner, Sheldon Sokol, told Philadelphia Business Journal, he wants to stay open but close for a vacation at the end of the week, then sell the bar and retire. So what’s all the fuss about this place? McGlinchey’s is a long-standing dive bar on South 15th Street downtown. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces. We’re listening back to a 2023 conversation with host Trenae Nuri, Ali Mohsen, former food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sokol about the bar’s history, culture, and more broadly the policies of smoking bars in Philly.  Read Ali’s full story here.  This episode originally ran on July 6th, 2023. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Independence Seaport Museum Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This week, news broke that McGlinchey’s would close permanently after tomorrow. But the owner, Sheldon Sokol, told Philadelphia Business Journal, he wants to stay open but close for a vacation at the end of the week, then sell the bar and retire. So what’s all the fuss about this place? McGlinchey’s is a long-standing dive bar on South 15th Street downtown. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces. We’re listening back to a 2023 conversation with host Trenae Nuri, Ali Mohsen, former food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sokol about the bar’s history, culture, and more broadly the policies of smoking bars in Philly.  Read Ali’s full story here.  This episode originally ran on July 6th, 2023. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Independence Seaport Museum Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This week, news broke that McGlinchey’s would close permanently after tomorrow. But the owner, Sheldon Sokol, told Philadelphia Business Journal, he wants to stay open but close for a vacation at the end of the week, then sell the bar and retire. So what’s all the fuss about this place? McGlinchey’s is a long-standing dive bar on South 15th Street downtown. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces. We’re listening back to a 2023 conversation with host Trenae Nuri, Ali Mohsen, former food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sokol about the bar’s history, culture, and more broadly the policies of smoking bars in Philly. 

Read Ali’s full story here. 

This episode originally ran on July 6th, 2023.

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]]> 840 This Councilman Has 19 Summer Interns. Here’s Why. Councilmember Isaiah Thomas is brimming with ideas, mostly centered on the youth of the city, and he has 19 interns in his office this summer who are actually working on turning those ideas into policy. In this wide-ranging interview with host Trenae Nuri at City Hall, Thomas talks about continuing to coach basketball and raising kids in the city, and the various issues that animate him – including, intriguingly, allowing city councilmembers to run for other offices without giving up their seats.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Independence Seaport Museum  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Councilmember Isaiah Thomas is brimming with ideas, mostly centered on the youth of the city, and he has 19 interns in his office this summer who are actually working on turning those ideas into policy. In this wide-ranging interview with host Trenae Nuri at City Hall, Thomas talks about continuing to coach basketball and raising kids in the city, and the various issues that animate him – including, intriguingly, allowing city councilmembers to run for other offices without giving up their seats.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Independence Seaport Museum  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Councilmember Isaiah Thomas is brimming with ideas, mostly centered on the youth of the city, and he has 19 interns in his office this summer who are actually working on turning those ideas into policy. In this wide-ranging interview with host Trenae Nuri at City Hall, Thomas talks about continuing to coach basketball and raising kids in the city, and the various issues that animate him – including, intriguingly, allowing city councilmembers to run for other offices without giving up their seats. 

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]]> 2319 1-Star Reviews of Philly Parks https://philly.citycast.fm/ In Philly, there’s a saying: “No one likes us and we don’t care!” It’s generally used by Philadelphians when an out-of-towner is throwing shade. So, while we’re still enjoying warm weather, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón read one-star reviews of our public parks. And, of course, push back on the hate.  Parks we mentioned in the episode:  Washington Square Park  Matthias Baldwin Park Pastorius Park John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge FDR Park  The Woodlands Fairmount Park  Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Independence Seaport Museum Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In Philly, there’s a saying: “No one likes us and we don’t care!” It’s generally used by Philadelphians when an out-of-towner is throwing shade. So, while we’re still enjoying warm weather, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón read one-star reviews of our public parks. And, of course, push back on the hate.  Parks we mentioned in the episode:  Washington Square Park  Matthias Baldwin Park Pastorius Park John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge FDR Park  The Woodlands Fairmount Park  Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Independence Seaport Museum Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise In Philly, there’s a saying: “No one likes us and we don’t care!” It’s generally used by Philadelphians when an out-of-towner is throwing shade. So, while we’re still enjoying warm weather, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón read one-star reviews of our public parks. And, of course, push back on the hate. 

Parks we mentioned in the episode: 

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]]> 2273 yes The Unexpected Benefit of Philly's Green Spaces Philly is home to one of the largest urban parks in the country, Fairmount Park. And some neighborhoods have created even more green space by making community gardens – like Heroic Gardens out in the Northeast. Host Trenae Nuri went out to this sunflower garden and spoke with Collie Turner, founder and executive director, and Salome Hall, a Navy veteran and founder of Sisters Affirming Sisterhood Project, about how being in Philly nature helped them grow as people and give back to their communities. For a map of community gardens to get involved with, visit the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Independence Seaport Museum Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 18 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly is home to one of the largest urban parks in the country, Fairmount Park. And some neighborhoods have created even more green space by making community gardens – like Heroic Gardens out in the Northeast. Host Trenae Nuri went out to this sunflower garden and spoke with Collie Turner, founder and executive director, and Salome Hall, a Navy veteran and founder of Sisters Affirming Sisterhood Project, about how being in Philly nature helped them grow as people and give back to their communities. For a map of community gardens to get involved with, visit the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Independence Seaport Museum Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly is home to one of the largest urban parks in the country, Fairmount Park. And some neighborhoods have created even more green space by making community gardens – like Heroic Gardens out in the Northeast. Host Trenae Nuri went out to this sunflower garden and spoke with Collie Turner, founder and executive director, and Salome Hall, a Navy veteran and founder of Sisters Affirming Sisterhood Project, about how being in Philly nature helped them grow as people and give back to their communities.

For a map of community gardens to get involved with, visit the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.

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]]> 1134 SEPTA Cuts, Pat Dugan Switches to GOP & Best of Philly It's the Friday News roundup! Life-changing SEPTA cuts are happening – host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz explain why. We also talk about how Pat Dugan, who challenged District Attorney Larry Krasner for the Democratic primary, is switching teams. Plus: The fate of the Frank Rizzo statue, a new doggy social club, and our favorites from the Best of Philly Soiree at the Philadelphia Art Museum.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  PA Senate advances $47.7B budget, transit spending plan Former Democratic challenger Pat Dugan is now Republican challenger in race for Philadelphia district attorney Frank Rizzo statue to return to committee of supporters, but an agreement with city says it can only be displayed on private property Another dog-friendly bar is coming to Manayunk in the former Bark Social spot Best of Philly 2025 Listen to our interviews with District Attorney Larry Krasner and challenger Pat Dugan during their campaigns for the Democratic primary district attorney seat a few months back.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the Friday News roundup! Life-changing SEPTA cuts are happening – host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz explain why. We also talk about how Pat Dugan, who challenged District Attorney Larry Krasner for the Democratic primary, is switching teams. Plus: The fate of the Frank Rizzo statue, a new doggy social club, and our favorites from the Best of Philly Soiree at the Philadelphia Art Museum.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  PA Senate advances $47.7B budget, transit spending plan Former Democratic challenger Pat Dugan is now Republican challenger in race for Philadelphia district attorney Frank Rizzo statue to return to committee of supporters, but an agreement with city says it can only be displayed on private property Another dog-friendly bar is coming to Manayunk in the former Bark Social spot Best of Philly 2025 Listen to our interviews with District Attorney Larry Krasner and challenger Pat Dugan during their campaigns for the Democratic primary district attorney seat a few months back.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News roundup! Life-changing SEPTA cuts are happening – host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz explain why. We also talk about how Pat Dugan, who challenged District Attorney Larry Krasner for the Democratic primary, is switching teams. Plus: The fate of the Frank Rizzo statue, a new doggy social club, and our favorites from the Best of Philly Soiree at the Philadelphia Art Museum. 

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Listen to our interviews with District Attorney Larry Krasner and challenger Pat Dugan during their campaigns for the Democratic primary district attorney seat a few months back. 

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag.

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]]> 2176 The 7 Best Hotel Bars in Philly Philly loves to socialize and drink, whether we’re getting a good happy hour deal, sipping our favorite crafted cocktails or mocktails on a rooftop, or chugging a cold one while watching the Eagles. Here’s another spot to consider: Hotel bars. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with our City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk about why Philadelphians should be drinking at hotel bars even if those bars are also catering to out-of-towners. These are the hotel bars mentioned in this episode:  Caletta inside Hotel Anna & Bel W Philadelphia a.kitchen+bar SkyHigh   Vernick Fish  Condesa El Techo We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly loves to socialize and drink, whether we’re getting a good happy hour deal, sipping our favorite crafted cocktails or mocktails on a rooftop, or chugging a cold one while watching the Eagles. Here’s another spot to consider: Hotel bars. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with our City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk about why Philadelphians should be drinking at hotel bars even if those bars are also catering to out-of-towners. These are the hotel bars mentioned in this episode:  Caletta inside Hotel Anna & Bel W Philadelphia a.kitchen+bar SkyHigh   Vernick Fish  Condesa El Techo We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly loves to socialize and drink, whether we’re getting a good happy hour deal, sipping our favorite crafted cocktails or mocktails on a rooftop, or chugging a cold one while watching the Eagles. Here’s another spot to consider: Hotel bars. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with our City Cast Philly food contributor Alisha Miranda to talk about why Philadelphians should be drinking at hotel bars even if those bars are also catering to out-of-towners.

These are the hotel bars mentioned in this episode: 

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]]> 1203 Philly’s Transportation Crisis: What We Know Now Tomorrow is the deadline SEPTA set for Harrisburg to fund public transportation and prevent major service cuts to our transit system. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz have the latest developments and analysis on what needs to happen to avoid a transportation crisis in Philly.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Tomorrow is the deadline SEPTA set for Harrisburg to fund public transportation and prevent major service cuts to our transit system. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz have the latest developments and analysis on what needs to happen to avoid a transportation crisis in Philly.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tomorrow is the deadline SEPTA set for Harrisburg to fund public transportation and prevent major service cuts to our transit system. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz have the latest developments and analysis on what needs to happen to avoid a transportation crisis in Philly. 

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]]> 1213 There’s Free Cooking Classes in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ President Trump’s recently approved bill known as the Big Beautiful Bill eliminated a program called SNAP-Education, which funds nutrition education programs across the country. One local nonprofit hit by the funding cuts is Vetri Community Partnership, which teaches Philadelphians how to cook healthy meals. It faces a $700,000 loss in funding for nutritional programs for schools, though its ⁠free weekly community classes⁠ will continue. On today’s show we’re re-airing host Trenae Nuri’s visit to one of these Tuesday community cooking nights, where she interviews CEO Maddy Booth. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at⁠ citycast.fm/survey⁠—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Rock & Roll Hall of Fame⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast President Trump’s recently approved bill known as the Big Beautiful Bill eliminated a program called SNAP-Education, which funds nutrition education programs across the country. One local nonprofit hit by the funding cuts is Vetri Community Partnership, which teaches Philadelphians how to cook healthy meals. It faces a $700,000 loss in funding for nutritional programs for schools, though its ⁠free weekly community classes⁠ will continue. On today’s show we’re re-airing host Trenae Nuri’s visit to one of these Tuesday community cooking nights, where she interviews CEO Maddy Booth. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at⁠ citycast.fm/survey⁠—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Rock & Roll Hall of Fame⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise President Trump’s recently approved bill known as the Big Beautiful Bill eliminated a program called SNAP-Education, which funds nutrition education programs across the country. One local nonprofit hit by the funding cuts is Vetri Community Partnership, which teaches Philadelphians how to cook healthy meals. It faces a $700,000 loss in funding for nutritional programs for schools, though its ⁠free weekly community classes⁠ will continue. On today’s show we’re re-airing host Trenae Nuri’s visit to one of these Tuesday community cooking nights, where she interviews CEO Maddy Booth.

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]]> 902 Are Teachers Going on Strike? Will Philly public school teachers strike after the first week of school? That’s what their union, the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, is threatening. Trenae Nuri visits the union offices in Center City to talk to PFT President Arthur Steinberg and LeShawna Coleman, PFT’s chief of staff, to find out what the teachers want in their new contract.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Will Philly public school teachers strike after the first week of school? That’s what their union, the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, is threatening. Trenae Nuri visits the union offices in Center City to talk to PFT President Arthur Steinberg and LeShawna Coleman, PFT’s chief of staff, to find out what the teachers want in their new contract.  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Will Philly public school teachers strike after the first week of school? That’s what their union, the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, is threatening. Trenae Nuri visits the union offices in Center City to talk to PFT President Arthur Steinberg and LeShawna Coleman, PFT’s chief of staff, to find out what the teachers want in their new contract. 

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

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]]> 1583 SEPTA Cuts Loom, Indigenous Peoples Day Cancelled & Stadium Crab Fries Skyrocket It's the Friday News Roundup! SEPTA still doesn't have funding and service cuts could start next week if the budget isn't passed. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also discuss a suspect that's been arrested for multiple sexual assaults and a court opinion that canceled Indigenous Peoples Day. Plus, Eagles preseason is here! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Suspect arrested for multiple sexual assaults in Center City and South Philadelphia  Kenney’s 2021 order replacing Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day is invalid, appeals court says SEPTA service cuts will happen if state money isn’t secured next week The City’s Hiring Bus  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! SEPTA still doesn't have funding and service cuts could start next week if the budget isn't passed. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also discuss a suspect that's been arrested for multiple sexual assaults and a court opinion that canceled Indigenous Peoples Day. Plus, Eagles preseason is here! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Suspect arrested for multiple sexual assaults in Center City and South Philadelphia  Kenney’s 2021 order replacing Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day is invalid, appeals court says SEPTA service cuts will happen if state money isn’t secured next week The City’s Hiring Bus  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! SEPTA still doesn't have funding and service cuts could start next week if the budget isn't passed. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also discuss a suspect that's been arrested for multiple sexual assaults and a court opinion that canceled Indigenous Peoples Day. Plus, Eagles preseason is here!

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]]> 1810 By Foot, Bike, Bus or Car: How Do You Travel in Philly As we wait to find out if state legislators will bail out SEPTA and prevent drastic transit service cuts and cancellations, we’re sharing conversations that we had with Philadelphians earlier this summer about how they get around town. There are many variables that determine how we get where we’re going, beyond the availability of SEPTA. This was recorded at the Franklin Institute’s Second Thursdays event.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As we wait to find out if state legislators will bail out SEPTA and prevent drastic transit service cuts and cancellations, we’re sharing conversations that we had with Philadelphians earlier this summer about how they get around town. There are many variables that determine how we get where we’re going, beyond the availability of SEPTA. This was recorded at the Franklin Institute’s Second Thursdays event.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As we wait to find out if state legislators will bail out SEPTA and prevent drastic transit service cuts and cancellations, we’re sharing conversations that we had with Philadelphians earlier this summer about how they get around town. There are many variables that determine how we get where we’re going, beyond the availability of SEPTA. This was recorded at the Franklin Institute’s Second Thursdays event. 

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]]> 704 How to End Political Corruption in Philly The Committee of Seventy was founded more than 120 years ago to make Philly politics less corrupt. So is Philly less corrupt than it was then? Would abolishing the Sheriff’s Office, ending judicial elections, and imposing term limits fix our politics? Host Trenae Nuri visits Lauren Cristella, president and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, for our weekly Wednesday politics episode to find out how to improve civic engagement and our political system. Go here to listen to our May interview with Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Committee of Seventy was founded more than 120 years ago to make Philly politics less corrupt. So is Philly less corrupt than it was then? Would abolishing the Sheriff’s Office, ending judicial elections, and imposing term limits fix our politics? Host Trenae Nuri visits Lauren Cristella, president and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, for our weekly Wednesday politics episode to find out how to improve civic engagement and our political system. Go here to listen to our May interview with Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The Committee of Seventy was founded more than 120 years ago to make Philly politics less corrupt. So is Philly less corrupt than it was then? Would abolishing the Sheriff’s Office, ending judicial elections, and imposing term limits fix our politics? Host Trenae Nuri visits Lauren Cristella, president and CEO of the Committee of Seventy, for our weekly Wednesday politics episode to find out how to improve civic engagement and our political system. Go here to listen to our May interview with Sheriff Rochelle Bilal.

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]]> 1489 A Guide To Philly Coffee Shops As we say goodbye to some coffee shop favorites like The Monkey and The Elephant and Tela's Market & Kitchen, some new shops have entered the scene. Out West off of 52nd Street and Haraz Coffee House in University City have become new coffee staples. We're revisiting a conversation from last year with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and producer Abby Fritz at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square to guide you through the variety of independent coffee shops across the city.  This episode originally aired December 5th, 2024.  Coffee shops mentioned in the episode:  Mr. Rabbit Last Drop Satellite Coffee Càphê Roasters Jezabel’s Cafe Arterial Coffee iMUNCH Cafe Tela’s Market and Kitchen Rival Bros Coffee Red Hook Coffee and Tea Alif Brew and Mini Mart Elixir Coffee THANK YOU THANK YOU Persimmon Coffee OX Coffee Enswell Two Persons Coffee High Point Cafe Encanto Kicks & Coffee Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books The Monkey & The Elephant Herman’s Coffee vernick coffee bar Gleaner’s Cafe Caffé Ida If you want more coffee recs and a map of shops to visit in Philly, check this out.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As we say goodbye to some coffee shop favorites like The Monkey and The Elephant and Tela's Market & Kitchen, some new shops have entered the scene. Out West off of 52nd Street and Haraz Coffee House in University City have become new coffee staples. We're revisiting a conversation from last year with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and producer Abby Fritz at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square to guide you through the variety of independent coffee shops across the city.  This episode originally aired December 5th, 2024.  Coffee shops mentioned in the episode:  Mr. Rabbit Last Drop Satellite Coffee Càphê Roasters Jezabel’s Cafe Arterial Coffee iMUNCH Cafe Tela’s Market and Kitchen Rival Bros Coffee Red Hook Coffee and Tea Alif Brew and Mini Mart Elixir Coffee THANK YOU THANK YOU Persimmon Coffee OX Coffee Enswell Two Persons Coffee High Point Cafe Encanto Kicks & Coffee Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books The Monkey & The Elephant Herman’s Coffee vernick coffee bar Gleaner’s Cafe Caffé Ida If you want more coffee recs and a map of shops to visit in Philly, check this out.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As we say goodbye to some coffee shop favorites like The Monkey and The Elephant and Tela's Market & Kitchen, some new shops have entered the scene. Out West off of 52nd Street and Haraz Coffee House in University City have become new coffee staples. We're revisiting a conversation from last year with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and producer Abby Fritz at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square to guide you through the variety of independent coffee shops across the city. 

This episode originally aired December 5th, 2024. 

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If you want more coffee recs and a map of shops to visit in Philly, check this out. 

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]]> 1786 A Women’s Sports Renaissance in Philly Philly's newest and first women's sports bar is just the beginning of the women's sports boom in the area. Trenae Nuri speaks with Chivonn Anderson, owner of Marsha’s, the new queer bar that centers women’s sports opening on South Street, about how Philly is experiencing a women’s sports renaissance. Remember: We’re getting a WNBA team in 2030!  Follow Marsha's South Street on social media for updates on the opening and other events.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 04 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly's newest and first women's sports bar is just the beginning of the women's sports boom in the area. Trenae Nuri speaks with Chivonn Anderson, owner of Marsha’s, the new queer bar that centers women’s sports opening on South Street, about how Philly is experiencing a women’s sports renaissance. Remember: We’re getting a WNBA team in 2030!  Follow Marsha's South Street on social media for updates on the opening and other events.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly's newest and first women's sports bar is just the beginning of the women's sports boom in the area. Trenae Nuri speaks with Chivonn Anderson, owner of Marsha’s, the new queer bar that centers women’s sports opening on South Street, about how Philly is experiencing a women’s sports renaissance. Remember: We’re getting a WNBA team in 2030! 

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]]> 1418 FDR Park Floods, Trump Erases History & SEPTA Preps for Cuts A daytime shooting at a rec center reminded us this week that even though our homicide numbers are at historic lows, gun violence still plagues our city and claims the youngest of victims. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also look at why flooding in FDR park is going to continue, how President Trump is seeking to erase history at Independence Mall, and when we’re finally going to get a state budget approved so SEPTA service doesn’t get cut by 45 percent.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A boy and girl, ages 10 and 11, and 3 others wounded by gunfire outside rec center in West Philly No end in sight for constant flooding of FDR Park road Trump Told Park Workers to Report Displays That ‘Disparage’ Americans. Here’s What They Flagged. More than a dozen slavery displays in Philly, including at Washington’s former home, have been flagged for a Trump admin review Republicans across the country are pushing bills to stop government 'weather modification' Critical state payments to schools, county child welfare agencies will be delayed as budget impasse continues As SEPTA cuts loom, patience is wearing thin for Democrats in Harrisburg Final design for Philly's Sadie T. M. Alexander statue unveiled Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A daytime shooting at a rec center reminded us this week that even though our homicide numbers are at historic lows, gun violence still plagues our city and claims the youngest of victims. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also look at why flooding in FDR park is going to continue, how President Trump is seeking to erase history at Independence Mall, and when we’re finally going to get a state budget approved so SEPTA service doesn’t get cut by 45 percent.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A boy and girl, ages 10 and 11, and 3 others wounded by gunfire outside rec center in West Philly No end in sight for constant flooding of FDR Park road Trump Told Park Workers to Report Displays That ‘Disparage’ Americans. Here’s What They Flagged. More than a dozen slavery displays in Philly, including at Washington’s former home, have been flagged for a Trump admin review Republicans across the country are pushing bills to stop government 'weather modification' Critical state payments to schools, county child welfare agencies will be delayed as budget impasse continues As SEPTA cuts loom, patience is wearing thin for Democrats in Harrisburg Final design for Philly's Sadie T. M. Alexander statue unveiled Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise A daytime shooting at a rec center reminded us this week that even though our homicide numbers are at historic lows, gun violence still plagues our city and claims the youngest of victims. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also look at why flooding in FDR park is going to continue, how President Trump is seeking to erase history at Independence Mall, and when we’re finally going to get a state budget approved so SEPTA service doesn’t get cut by 45 percent. 

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]]> 2128 Your Guide to August 2025 in Philly Philly’s still packed with summer fun this month, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy water activities, eat fancy hoagies and catch film festivals. In this episode you’ll also hear about the Philly Book Store Crawl, how to get cheap tickets to see our Super Bowl champion Eagles, the restaurant serving fluffy ricotta filled pancakes and a cloud watching class. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Framebridge. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 31 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly’s still packed with summer fun this month, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy water activities, eat fancy hoagies and catch film festivals. In this episode you’ll also hear about the Philly Book Store Crawl, how to get cheap tickets to see our Super Bowl champion Eagles, the restaurant serving fluffy ricotta filled pancakes and a cloud watching class. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Framebridge. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly’s still packed with summer fun this month, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy water activities, eat fancy hoagies and catch film festivals. In this episode you’ll also hear about the Philly Book Store Crawl, how to get cheap tickets to see our Super Bowl champion Eagles, the restaurant serving fluffy ricotta filled pancakes and a cloud watching class. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

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]]> 1879 Anti-Philly Rhetoric Driving SEPTA Funding Crisis, Says Rep. Cephas Where’s that state budget? And more importantly, where’s that SEPTA money? Host Trenae Nuri went to Overbrook Park to sit down with Pennsylvania State Rep. Morgan Cephas to ask about the long-delayed state budget that could result in SEPTA operations cut nearly in half. Cephas gives us the latest on the SEPTA funding crisis … and tells us if she's running for Congress. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Where’s that state budget? And more importantly, where’s that SEPTA money? Host Trenae Nuri went to Overbrook Park to sit down with Pennsylvania State Rep. Morgan Cephas to ask about the long-delayed state budget that could result in SEPTA operations cut nearly in half. Cephas gives us the latest on the SEPTA funding crisis … and tells us if she's running for Congress. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Where’s that state budget? And more importantly, where’s that SEPTA money? Host Trenae Nuri went to Overbrook Park to sit down with Pennsylvania State Rep. Morgan Cephas to ask about the long-delayed state budget that could result in SEPTA operations cut nearly in half. Cephas gives us the latest on the SEPTA funding crisis … and tells us if she's running for Congress.

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]]> 2593 What Philly Sounds Annoy You – And Ones You Can Live With The el train rolling by, neighbors yelling at each from across the street, music blaring from slingshots on South Street – ahhh, the real sounds of Philadelphia. Some of these sounds are annoying, even controversial in certain neighborhoods. But is there beauty to the sounds of Philly? Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón about which noises piss them off, which they love, and which ones we just have to live with.  We want to listen to you – call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The el train rolling by, neighbors yelling at each from across the street, music blaring from slingshots on South Street – ahhh, the real sounds of Philadelphia. Some of these sounds are annoying, even controversial in certain neighborhoods. But is there beauty to the sounds of Philly? Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón about which noises piss them off, which they love, and which ones we just have to live with.  We want to listen to you – call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The el train rolling by, neighbors yelling at each from across the street, music blaring from slingshots on South Street – ahhh, the real sounds of Philadelphia. Some of these sounds are annoying, even controversial in certain neighborhoods. But is there beauty to the sounds of Philly? Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón about which noises piss them off, which they love, and which ones we just have to live with. 

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]]> 1825 Wait, Where Do I Live Now?: Neighborhood Names & Their Nonsense Philly neighborhood names are complicated. There are so many neighborhoods in Philly that people who live on a single block might call where they live by different names. Some Philadelphians don’t use their neighborhood names at all, using South Philly or West Philly as a catch-all for smaller neighborhood names. The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories when it comes to how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor, Johnny Goodtimes, is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 28 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly neighborhood names are complicated. There are so many neighborhoods in Philly that people who live on a single block might call where they live by different names. Some Philadelphians don’t use their neighborhood names at all, using South Philly or West Philly as a catch-all for smaller neighborhood names. The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories when it comes to how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor, Johnny Goodtimes, is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly neighborhood names are complicated. There are so many neighborhoods in Philly that people who live on a single block might call where they live by different names. Some Philadelphians don’t use their neighborhood names at all, using South Philly or West Philly as a catch-all for smaller neighborhood names. The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories when it comes to how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor, Johnny Goodtimes, is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly. 

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]]> 2423 Bike Lanes, Potholes & the Mystery Pool in South Philly It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the continued bike lane controversy in Center City, hotel workers represented by UNITE HERE Local 274 picketing this week because their contracts have expired, state budget delays putting SEPTA’s future at risk, and Nas performing with The Philadelphia Orchestra at the Mann. Plus, host Trenae Nuri complains about potholes and executive producer Matt Katz dreams about a mysterious South Philly pool.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Man who struck and killed CHOP doctor riding bicycle while driving drunk sentenced to 6 to 20 years in prison How To Fix an Intersection Where potholes rule: Ranking Philly’s most plagued neighborhoods Video shows vandal destroying North Philadelphia bar: 'It's wrecked' As Philly residents and schools brace for SEPTA cuts and late state funds, there’s no rush for a budget in Harrisburg The property housing a former South Philly pool club is for sale and going viral Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 25 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the continued bike lane controversy in Center City, hotel workers represented by UNITE HERE Local 274 picketing this week because their contracts have expired, state budget delays putting SEPTA’s future at risk, and Nas performing with The Philadelphia Orchestra at the Mann. Plus, host Trenae Nuri complains about potholes and executive producer Matt Katz dreams about a mysterious South Philly pool.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Man who struck and killed CHOP doctor riding bicycle while driving drunk sentenced to 6 to 20 years in prison How To Fix an Intersection Where potholes rule: Ranking Philly’s most plagued neighborhoods Video shows vandal destroying North Philadelphia bar: 'It's wrecked' As Philly residents and schools brace for SEPTA cuts and late state funds, there’s no rush for a budget in Harrisburg The property housing a former South Philly pool club is for sale and going viral Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the continued bike lane controversy in Center City, hotel workers represented by UNITE HERE Local 274 picketing this week because their contracts have expired, state budget delays putting SEPTA’s future at risk, and Nas performing with The Philadelphia Orchestra at the Mann. Plus, host Trenae Nuri complains about potholes and executive producer Matt Katz dreams about a mysterious South Philly pool. 

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]]> 1707 SEPTA Faces Major Cuts Amid State Budget Deadlock Pennsylvania has been operating without a budget for nearly a month, meaning the commonwealth’s nonprofits, school districts and local governments are in a funding limbo. This also affects SEPTA, which will begin to make serious cuts to service unless the finalized state budget comes with more than $200 million for the system. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephen Caruso, who covers politics at the state capitol for SpotlightPA, and Megan Harris, host of our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh, to break down how this delay could affect us all.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Pennsylvania has been operating without a budget for nearly a month, meaning the commonwealth’s nonprofits, school districts and local governments are in a funding limbo. This also affects SEPTA, which will begin to make serious cuts to service unless the finalized state budget comes with more than $200 million for the system. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephen Caruso, who covers politics at the state capitol for SpotlightPA, and Megan Harris, host of our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh, to break down how this delay could affect us all.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Pennsylvania has been operating without a budget for nearly a month, meaning the commonwealth’s nonprofits, school districts and local governments are in a funding limbo. This also affects SEPTA, which will begin to make serious cuts to service unless the finalized state budget comes with more than $200 million for the system. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephen Caruso, who covers politics at the state capitol for SpotlightPA, and Megan Harris, host of our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh, to break down how this delay could affect us all.  

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]]> 1035 How The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Hurts Philadelphians As a result of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” approved by the Republican-controlled Congress, about 42,000 people in Philadelphia – that includes kids and older people – are slated to be kicked off of SNAP (food stamps). What do these cuts mean for our neighbors, and for kids? George Matysik, executive director of Philly’s Share Food Program, sits down with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz to explain how food insecurity affects our city. Get more news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As a result of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” approved by the Republican-controlled Congress, about 42,000 people in Philadelphia – that includes kids and older people – are slated to be kicked off of SNAP (food stamps). What do these cuts mean for our neighbors, and for kids? George Matysik, executive director of Philly’s Share Food Program, sits down with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz to explain how food insecurity affects our city. Get more news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As a result of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” approved by the Republican-controlled Congress, about 42,000 people in Philadelphia – that includes kids and older people – are slated to be kicked off of SNAP (food stamps). What do these cuts mean for our neighbors, and for kids? George Matysik, executive director of Philly’s Share Food Program, sits down with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz to explain how food insecurity affects our city.

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]]> 1275 Where To Swim (and Boat and Splash) Around Philly This Summer Need to cool down this summer? How about swimming with horses or running through a Wissahickon-themed sprayground? The Philly region has all kinds of ways to lower your temperature by playing in water. Producers Abby Fritz and Selena Seay-Reynolds take a dip into the best spots to swim, kayak, tube, and get your feet wet. Plus, some water safety tips and findings from the quest for the Famous River Hotdog Man. Also, don't swim in Devil's Pool, here's why. But you can find other recommendations for your next Jersey Shore trip here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Need to cool down this summer? How about swimming with horses or running through a Wissahickon-themed sprayground? The Philly region has all kinds of ways to lower your temperature by playing in water. Producers Abby Fritz and Selena Seay-Reynolds take a dip into the best spots to swim, kayak, tube, and get your feet wet. Plus, some water safety tips and findings from the quest for the Famous River Hotdog Man. Also, don't swim in Devil's Pool, here's why. But you can find other recommendations for your next Jersey Shore trip here.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Need to cool down this summer? How about swimming with horses or running through a Wissahickon-themed sprayground? The Philly region has all kinds of ways to lower your temperature by playing in water. Producers Abby Fritz and Selena Seay-Reynolds take a dip into the best spots to swim, kayak, tube, and get your feet wet. Plus, some water safety tips and findings from the quest for the Famous River Hotdog Man.

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]]> 1833 Could the School in Your Neighborhood Close? The looming threat of a teachers’ strike and upcoming school closures are just two challenges facing the School District of Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Carly Sitrin, bureau chief of Chalkbeat Philadelphia, to find out which neighborhood schools might close and which might get year-round classes.  To attend a district meeting on the closures and get more information, go here: https://www.philasd.org/operations/  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The looming threat of a teachers’ strike and upcoming school closures are just two challenges facing the School District of Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Carly Sitrin, bureau chief of Chalkbeat Philadelphia, to find out which neighborhood schools might close and which might get year-round classes.  To attend a district meeting on the closures and get more information, go here: https://www.philasd.org/operations/  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel Framebridge Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The looming threat of a teachers’ strike and upcoming school closures are just two challenges facing the School District of Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Carly Sitrin, bureau chief of Chalkbeat Philadelphia, to find out which neighborhood schools might close and which might get year-round classes. 

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]]> 1174 ICE Arrests, Trash Talk & Pretzels for Breakfast There’s been continued ICE arrests in Philly and around the region. The Northern Liberties Night Market scheduled for July 23rd is canceled. And provisional ballots get a redesign. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon discuss these stories and our readers’ comments on Philly pretzels, run clubs, and queer-friendly sports organizations in the city.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  South Philly block rattled after ICE sought one migrant with criminal charges and arrested four others 14 undocumented immigrants arrested in ICE raid at Norristown, Pennsylvania, supermarket Germantown mom wants out of Philly after ICE deported her husband to Belize The Northern Liberties Night Market is canceled after the costs of required police patrols and sanitation services have more than doubled Department of State Introduces Redesigned, User-Friendly Provisional Ballot Envelopes SEPTA to cut bus routes day before school begins, unless new funding is found What To Know About ICE in Philly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 18 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast There’s been continued ICE arrests in Philly and around the region. The Northern Liberties Night Market scheduled for July 23rd is canceled. And provisional ballots get a redesign. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon discuss these stories and our readers’ comments on Philly pretzels, run clubs, and queer-friendly sports organizations in the city.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  South Philly block rattled after ICE sought one migrant with criminal charges and arrested four others 14 undocumented immigrants arrested in ICE raid at Norristown, Pennsylvania, supermarket Germantown mom wants out of Philly after ICE deported her husband to Belize The Northern Liberties Night Market is canceled after the costs of required police patrols and sanitation services have more than doubled Department of State Introduces Redesigned, User-Friendly Provisional Ballot Envelopes SEPTA to cut bus routes day before school begins, unless new funding is found What To Know About ICE in Philly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise There’s been continued ICE arrests in Philly and around the region. The Northern Liberties Night Market scheduled for July 23rd is canceled. And provisional ballots get a redesign. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon discuss these stories and our readers’ comments on Philly pretzels, run clubs, and queer-friendly sports organizations in the city. 

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]]> 2097 Philly Date Ideas Under $25 Money is tight these days, but your love life shouldn’t suffer! We’re listening back to a list of creative, fun and cheap date ideas all under $25 that host Trenae Nuri and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, came up with to impress that special someone.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Money is tight these days, but your love life shouldn’t suffer! We’re listening back to a list of creative, fun and cheap date ideas all under $25 that host Trenae Nuri and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, came up with to impress that special someone.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Money is tight these days, but your love life shouldn’t suffer! We’re listening back to a list of creative, fun and cheap date ideas all under $25 that host Trenae Nuri and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, came up with to impress that special someone. 

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]]> 1608 Optimism for SEPTA, Market East & Center City SIPS City Councilmember Mark Squilla’s district stretches from Chinatown to South Philly and up to the River Wards. He’s joining host Trenae Nuri on our weekly politics episode to talk about  the latest on the projects and controversies in his district, from Market East to SEPTA funding, from the Chinatown Stitch to a new bus station. There’s more good news here than you might expect.  More Philly news & events in your inbox comes in our daily newsletter, Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast City Councilmember Mark Squilla’s district stretches from Chinatown to South Philly and up to the River Wards. He’s joining host Trenae Nuri on our weekly politics episode to talk about  the latest on the projects and controversies in his district, from Market East to SEPTA funding, from the Chinatown Stitch to a new bus station. There’s more good news here than you might expect.  More Philly news & events in your inbox comes in our daily newsletter, Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise City Councilmember Mark Squilla’s district stretches from Chinatown to South Philly and up to the River Wards. He’s joining host Trenae Nuri on our weekly politics episode to talk about  the latest on the projects and controversies in his district, from Market East to SEPTA funding, from the Chinatown Stitch to a new bus station. There’s more good news here than you might expect. 

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]]> 2524 Your Guide to Running in Philly We know some of you listen to City Cast Philly (and other podcasts) while you run. Maybe you’re running right now!  Or maybe you want to start running and even try a race? If so, now’s the time to start training for the Philadelphia Marathon (or Half Marathon) later this year. Executive producer Matt Katz sits down with Michelle Quirk – a run coach, podcaster, and primary care doctor at CHOP – to get tips and tricks for moving your running game in Philly to the next level.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We know some of you listen to City Cast Philly (and other podcasts) while you run. Maybe you’re running right now!  Or maybe you want to start running and even try a race? If so, now’s the time to start training for the Philadelphia Marathon (or Half Marathon) later this year. Executive producer Matt Katz sits down with Michelle Quirk – a run coach, podcaster, and primary care doctor at CHOP – to get tips and tricks for moving your running game in Philly to the next level.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We know some of you listen to City Cast Philly (and other podcasts) while you run. Maybe you’re running right now!  Or maybe you want to start running and even try a race? If so, now’s the time to start training for the Philadelphia Marathon (or Half Marathon) later this year. Executive producer Matt Katz sits down with Michelle Quirk – a run coach, podcaster, and primary care doctor at CHOP – to get tips and tricks for moving your running game in Philly to the next level. 

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]]> 1366 Why Is College Enrollment Among Black Men Declining? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Host Trenae Nuri talks with Marquise Davon Richards – assistant director of Upward Bound Math & Sciences at Temple University and the host of the "Keepin' It a Bean"podcast, and Josh Okyne, a Philadelphia high school student, about why higher education matters and what it takes to support Black boys in college and beyond. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Host Trenae Nuri talks with Marquise Davon Richards – assistant director of Upward Bound Math & Sciences at Temple University and the host of the "Keepin' It a Bean"podcast, and Josh Okyne, a Philadelphia high school student, about why higher education matters and what it takes to support Black boys in college and beyond. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Scribe Video Center  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Host Trenae Nuri talks with Marquise Davon Richards – assistant director of Upward Bound Math & Sciences at Temple University and the host of the "Keepin' It a Bean"podcast, and Josh Okyne, a Philadelphia high school student, about why higher education matters and what it takes to support Black boys in college and beyond.

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]]> 1601 One Strike Down, More To Come? Plus: Will the State Save SEPTA? https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! We're talking about how the city is starting to clean-up from the “Parker Piles” of trash that accumulated during the eight-day District Council 33 strike. Our attention now turns to the fate of SEPTA, which is in Harrisburg’s hands. We also take a sobering look at the recent mass shootings in the city. And as always, we dish on what we’re up to this coming weekend. Executive producer Matt Katz is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Why the Strike Ended & When Your Trash Is Getting Picked Up How much trash piled up in Philly during the DC 33 strike? Penn workers authorize strike, demanding higher salaries After months of declining gun violence, shootings surge in Philly South Philly lounge ordered to shutter after 8 hurt in mass shooting I met Azir Harris after he was paralyzed in a shooting in 2018. Gunfire early Monday claimed his life. What you need to know about the city work stoppage Waymo to test, but not offer, self-driving cars in Philly this summer  It’s Officially Live Aid Week in Philadelphia Check out more cooking classes in Philly here. To throw out your trash before garbage pick-up begins Monday, find your six Sanitation Convenience Centers here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! We're talking about how the city is starting to clean-up from the “Parker Piles” of trash that accumulated during the eight-day District Council 33 strike. Our attention now turns to the fate of SEPTA, which is in Harrisburg’s hands. We also take a sobering look at the recent mass shootings in the city. And as always, we dish on what we’re up to this coming weekend. Executive producer Matt Katz is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Why the Strike Ended & When Your Trash Is Getting Picked Up How much trash piled up in Philly during the DC 33 strike? Penn workers authorize strike, demanding higher salaries After months of declining gun violence, shootings surge in Philly South Philly lounge ordered to shutter after 8 hurt in mass shooting I met Azir Harris after he was paralyzed in a shooting in 2018. Gunfire early Monday claimed his life. What you need to know about the city work stoppage Waymo to test, but not offer, self-driving cars in Philly this summer  It’s Officially Live Aid Week in Philadelphia Check out more cooking classes in Philly here. To throw out your trash before garbage pick-up begins Monday, find your six Sanitation Convenience Centers here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! We're talking about how the city is starting to clean-up from the “Parker Piles” of trash that accumulated during the eight-day District Council 33 strike. Our attention now turns to the fate of SEPTA, which is in Harrisburg’s hands. We also take a sobering look at the recent mass shootings in the city. And as always, we dish on what we’re up to this coming weekend. Executive producer Matt Katz is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón. 

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]]> 1995 Why the Strike Ended & When Your Trash Is Getting Picked Up https://philly.citycast.fm/ The strike is over, Philly, and now the clean-up begins. The District Council 33 strike –  the Great Garbage Strike of 2025 – lasted eight days and led to a work stoppage that resulted in closed libraries, a shortage of 911 operators, and, most noticeably, no residential trash pick-up. Those piles of trash – dubbed “Parker Piles” for Mayor Cherelle Parker – will now get picked up, eventually. Executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz tell you everything you need to know about how the agreement was struck between the union and the city, and what it all means for your garbage.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The strike is over, Philly, and now the clean-up begins. The District Council 33 strike –  the Great Garbage Strike of 2025 – lasted eight days and led to a work stoppage that resulted in closed libraries, a shortage of 911 operators, and, most noticeably, no residential trash pick-up. Those piles of trash – dubbed “Parker Piles” for Mayor Cherelle Parker – will now get picked up, eventually. Executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz tell you everything you need to know about how the agreement was struck between the union and the city, and what it all means for your garbage.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The strike is over, Philly, and now the clean-up begins. The District Council 33 strike –  the Great Garbage Strike of 2025 – lasted eight days and led to a work stoppage that resulted in closed libraries, a shortage of 911 operators, and, most noticeably, no residential trash pick-up. Those piles of trash – dubbed “Parker Piles” for Mayor Cherelle Parker – will now get picked up, eventually. Executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz tell you everything you need to know about how the agreement was struck between the union and the city, and what it all means for your garbage. 

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]]> 923 Does Using a City Dumpster Make You a Scab? https://philly.citycast.fm/ As the strike by District Council 33 stretches into a second week, the garbage situation in the city is only getting worse. Since residential garbage pick-up is suspended while sanitation and other city workers hit the picket lines, the city has set up dozens of dumpsters around the city. But does taking your own trash to a city dumpster make you a scab? That’s an argument union supporters are making. Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, sits down with Danny Bauder, president of Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO, which counts DC 33 as a member, to ask about scabs, contract negotiations, and when (and how) this strike will finally end.  This episode was released on July 9 at 3 a.m., just before District Council 33 and the city announced a preliminary agreement to end the strike. Get more Philly news & event listings in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us here: 215-259-8170 We’re on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the strike by District Council 33 stretches into a second week, the garbage situation in the city is only getting worse. Since residential garbage pick-up is suspended while sanitation and other city workers hit the picket lines, the city has set up dozens of dumpsters around the city. But does taking your own trash to a city dumpster make you a scab? That’s an argument union supporters are making. Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, sits down with Danny Bauder, president of Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO, which counts DC 33 as a member, to ask about scabs, contract negotiations, and when (and how) this strike will finally end.  This episode was released on July 9 at 3 a.m., just before District Council 33 and the city announced a preliminary agreement to end the strike. Get more Philly news & event listings in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us here: 215-259-8170 We’re on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise As the strike by District Council 33 stretches into a second week, the garbage situation in the city is only getting worse. Since residential garbage pick-up is suspended while sanitation and other city workers hit the picket lines, the city has set up dozens of dumpsters around the city. But does taking your own trash to a city dumpster make you a scab? That’s an argument union supporters are making. Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, sits down with Danny Bauder, president of Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO, which counts DC 33 as a member, to ask about scabs, contract negotiations, and when (and how) this strike will finally end. 

This episode was released on July 9 at 3 a.m., just before District Council 33 and the city announced a preliminary agreement to end the strike.

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]]> 1278 Wildwood to Cape May: A Jersey Shore Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ Summer in Philly means your neighbors or co-workers are down the Shore. Whether it’s for the beaches, boardwalks, or one of those parties that Jason Kelce has been drinking at, Philadelphians young and old look forward to any excuse to get down to Shore. So it’s the perfect time to listen back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Jen Miller, a Jersey Shore expert, about where and how to vacation by the salty ocean waters.  What’s your Jersey Shore town? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Summer in Philly means your neighbors or co-workers are down the Shore. Whether it’s for the beaches, boardwalks, or one of those parties that Jason Kelce has been drinking at, Philadelphians young and old look forward to any excuse to get down to Shore. So it’s the perfect time to listen back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Jen Miller, a Jersey Shore expert, about where and how to vacation by the salty ocean waters.  What’s your Jersey Shore town? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Summer in Philly means your neighbors or co-workers are down the Shore. Whether it’s for the beaches, boardwalks, or one of those parties that Jason Kelce has been drinking at, Philadelphians young and old look forward to any excuse to get down to Shore. So it’s the perfect time to listen back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Jen Miller, a Jersey Shore expert, about where and how to vacation by the salty ocean waters. 

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]]> 1345 How to Find the Perfect Hike for You We're taking a hike! The team is trying out a Philadelphia Inquirer tool that helps you figure out which Philly-area hikes fit your needs. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón get recommendations from two Inquirer reporters who have hiked all over our region – Frank Kummer and Jason Nark. Listen for recommendations for your next hiking adventures.  Check out the Inquirer's Take A Hike tool here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Eastern State Penitentiary Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 07 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We're taking a hike! The team is trying out a Philadelphia Inquirer tool that helps you figure out which Philly-area hikes fit your needs. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón get recommendations from two Inquirer reporters who have hiked all over our region – Frank Kummer and Jason Nark. Listen for recommendations for your next hiking adventures.  Check out the Inquirer's Take A Hike tool here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Eastern State Penitentiary Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We're taking a hike! The team is trying out a Philadelphia Inquirer tool that helps you figure out which Philly-area hikes fit your needs. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón get recommendations from two Inquirer reporters who have hiked all over our region – Frank Kummer and Jason Nark. Listen for recommendations for your next hiking adventures. 

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]]> 1165 Is Philly the Best Summer City in the US? Trenae Nuri and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that’s been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country’s best farmers market,’ pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win? Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe! Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode: Eastern State Penitentiary Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Trenae Nuri and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that’s been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country’s best farmers market,’ pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win? Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe! Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode: Eastern State Penitentiary Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Trenae Nuri and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that’s been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country’s best farmers market,’ pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win?

Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe!

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]]> 2745 Trash Piles Up, SEPTA Funding in Limbo & WNBA Comes to Philly More than 9,000 city workers from the District Council 33 union went on strike Tuesday — and that means there’s no residential trash pick-up until the union comes to terms on a contract with Mayor Cherelle Parker. Striking city workers keep the city running in a variety of ways, so in addition to sanitation the work stoppage means longer wait times for 9-1-1, earlier closing times for rec centers, and so much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks the latest on the strikers’ demands with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Plus, news on Congressman Dwight Evans’ retirement and the ongoing budget crisis that could slash SEPTA service. Plus some good news: The WNBA is coming to Philly in 2030, and we’ve curated a list of potential team names.    Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter:⁠ Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram:⁠ @citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Eastern State Penitentiary⁠ ⁠Rothman Orthopaedic Institute⁠ ⁠Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group⁠  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast More than 9,000 city workers from the District Council 33 union went on strike Tuesday — and that means there’s no residential trash pick-up until the union comes to terms on a contract with Mayor Cherelle Parker. Striking city workers keep the city running in a variety of ways, so in addition to sanitation the work stoppage means longer wait times for 9-1-1, earlier closing times for rec centers, and so much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks the latest on the strikers’ demands with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Plus, news on Congressman Dwight Evans’ retirement and the ongoing budget crisis that could slash SEPTA service. Plus some good news: The WNBA is coming to Philly in 2030, and we’ve curated a list of potential team names.    Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter:⁠ Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We’re also on Instagram:⁠ @citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Eastern State Penitentiary⁠ ⁠Rothman Orthopaedic Institute⁠ ⁠Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group⁠  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ More than 9,000 city workers from the District Council 33 union went on strike Tuesday — and that means there’s no residential trash pick-up until the union comes to terms on a contract with Mayor Cherelle Parker. Striking city workers keep the city running in a variety of ways, so in addition to sanitation the work stoppage means longer wait times for 9-1-1, earlier closing times for rec centers, and so much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks the latest on the strikers’ demands with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Plus, news on Congressman Dwight Evans’ retirement and the ongoing budget crisis that could slash SEPTA service. Plus some good news: The WNBA is coming to Philly in 2030, and we’ve curated a list of potential team names.   

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]]> 1713 Your Guide to July 2025 in Philly Philly’s bringing the heat, so we’ve curated a list of ways to have fun and beat these sizzling summer temperatures. In this episode you’ll hear about a new casual outdoor eating experience in Fishtown, the fairy festival in Roxborough, dancing on the Delaware River, and a burlesque cabaret show in Callowhill. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors like Eastern State Penitentiary, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, and Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly’s bringing the heat, so we’ve curated a list of ways to have fun and beat these sizzling summer temperatures. In this episode you’ll hear about a new casual outdoor eating experience in Fishtown, the fairy festival in Roxborough, dancing on the Delaware River, and a burlesque cabaret show in Callowhill. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors like Eastern State Penitentiary, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, and Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly’s bringing the heat, so we’ve curated a list of ways to have fun and beat these sizzling summer temperatures. In this episode you’ll hear about a new casual outdoor eating experience in Fishtown, the fairy festival in Roxborough, dancing on the Delaware River, and a burlesque cabaret show in Callowhill. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors like Eastern State Penitentiary, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, and Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group. 

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]]> 1831 Philly’s Heat Wave: What It Means for Your Health We all have been feeling the sweltering heat and humidity. The average summer temperatures in Philly have creeped up over the last few years, and that affects our health in surprising ways.  Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tony Wood, the Philadelphia Inquirer’s weather reporter, about his new book, “Something in the Air: A Four-Season Guide to Weather and Health,” about Philly’s role in the history of climate science research.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Eastern State Penitentiary Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We all have been feeling the sweltering heat and humidity. The average summer temperatures in Philly have creeped up over the last few years, and that affects our health in surprising ways.  Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tony Wood, the Philadelphia Inquirer’s weather reporter, about his new book, “Something in the Air: A Four-Season Guide to Weather and Health,” about Philly’s role in the history of climate science research.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Eastern State Penitentiary Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We all have been feeling the sweltering heat and humidity. The average summer temperatures in Philly have creeped up over the last few years, and that affects our health in surprising ways. 

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]]> 1306 $3M to Family After Cop Kills Boy, Bars Pull Out of SIPS &  World Cafe Live Drama It’s the Friday News Roundup. This week, we’re talking about the city agreeing to pay $3 million to the family of Thomas “TJ” Siderio, the 12-year-old boy fatally shot in the back by a Philly cop, why artists canceled their performances at World Cafe Live and several Center City bars pull out of SIPS. Plus, after two years, there still isn’t a Greyhound bus station. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon dish about these topics, the happiest places in the city and ways to stay cool during a heatwave.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City agrees to pay $3 million to family of 12-year-old boy shot and killed by cop Philly psychology students map out local landmarks and hidden destinations where they feel happiest ‘Philly’s a sporting town, isn’t it?’ Club World Cup has introduced fans from around the world to our city 1 arrested, 7 ejected at Wydad AC-Juventus FIFA Club World Cup match after fans spotted setting off smoke bombs Phillies fans say it’s suddenly ‘impossible’ to get an Uber from Citizens Bank Park How rowdy crowds on one stretch of Sansom Street caused 3 bars to pull out of Center City Sips Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. This week, we’re talking about the city agreeing to pay $3 million to the family of Thomas “TJ” Siderio, the 12-year-old boy fatally shot in the back by a Philly cop, why artists canceled their performances at World Cafe Live and several Center City bars pull out of SIPS. Plus, after two years, there still isn’t a Greyhound bus station. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon dish about these topics, the happiest places in the city and ways to stay cool during a heatwave.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City agrees to pay $3 million to family of 12-year-old boy shot and killed by cop Philly psychology students map out local landmarks and hidden destinations where they feel happiest ‘Philly’s a sporting town, isn’t it?’ Club World Cup has introduced fans from around the world to our city 1 arrested, 7 ejected at Wydad AC-Juventus FIFA Club World Cup match after fans spotted setting off smoke bombs Phillies fans say it’s suddenly ‘impossible’ to get an Uber from Citizens Bank Park How rowdy crowds on one stretch of Sansom Street caused 3 bars to pull out of Center City Sips Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. This week, we’re talking about the city agreeing to pay $3 million to the family of Thomas “TJ” Siderio, the 12-year-old boy fatally shot in the back by a Philly cop, why artists canceled their performances at World Cafe Live and several Center City bars pull out of SIPS. Plus, after two years, there still isn’t a Greyhound bus station. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon dish about these topics, the happiest places in the city and ways to stay cool during a heatwave. 

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]]> 1884 How Sharswood Is Piloting a New Vision for Philly Affordable Housing We head over to Sharswood—just off Ridge Avenue and Master Street—to explore a new affordable housing development prioritizing its youngest neighbors. Play is no longer limited to parks and playgrounds. That’s because of a collaboration between community members and the Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network to design interactive spaces that are opportunities for learning. Host Trenae Nuri joined the celebration on the International Day of Play to meet the people behind this innovative project.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 26 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We head over to Sharswood—just off Ridge Avenue and Master Street—to explore a new affordable housing development prioritizing its youngest neighbors. Play is no longer limited to parks and playgrounds. That’s because of a collaboration between community members and the Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network to design interactive spaces that are opportunities for learning. Host Trenae Nuri joined the celebration on the International Day of Play to meet the people behind this innovative project.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We head over to Sharswood—just off Ridge Avenue and Master Street—to explore a new affordable housing development prioritizing its youngest neighbors. Play is no longer limited to parks and playgrounds. That’s because of a collaboration between community members and the Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network to design interactive spaces that are opportunities for learning. Host Trenae Nuri joined the celebration on the International Day of Play to meet the people behind this innovative project. 

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]]> 1136 Can Philly’s Art Scene Survive the Funding Squeeze? https://philly.citycast.fm/ In our weekly politics episode, we discuss how with major funding sources like the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities facing cuts, many cultural organizations around the region are feeling the strain. City Council recently approved $5 million for the Philadelphia Cultural Fund in the 2026 fiscal year budget – a big win for the arts and cultural sector. In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania state lawmakers are going through budget negotiations; will they support our region’s creative community? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Patricia Wilson Aden, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, about this funding. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Can Philly’s Art Scene Survive the Funding Squeeze? full City Cast In our weekly politics episode, we discuss how with major funding sources like the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities facing cuts, many cultural organizations around the region are feeling the strain. City Council recently approved $5 million for the Philadelphia Cultural Fund in the 2026 fiscal year budget – a big win for the arts and cultural sector. In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania state lawmakers are going through budget negotiations; will they support our region’s creative community? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Patricia Wilson Aden, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, about this funding. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise In our weekly politics episode, we discuss how with major funding sources like the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities facing cuts, many cultural organizations around the region are feeling the strain. City Council recently approved $5 million for the Philadelphia Cultural Fund in the 2026 fiscal year budget – a big win for the arts and cultural sector. In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania state lawmakers are going through budget negotiations; will they support our region’s creative community? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Patricia Wilson Aden, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, about this funding.

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]]> 1789 Craft Cocktails Can Be Non-Alcoholic At this Summer Happy Hour https://philly.citycast.fm/ Summer in Philly brings some of the best weekly deals on your favorite cocktails. SIPS in Center City is a popular Wednesday happy hour. There's also Passyunk Passegiata on Thursdays in East Passyunk, and Fishtown Taps offers drink discounts on Tuesdays. But you don’t have to drink alcohol to have fun. We’re bringing back this conversation with Nikki Graziano, Bar Palmina's owner and bartender, about the drinks she’s shaking up and why she opened a nonalcoholic bar in Philly. This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day. This episode originally aired on March 17th, 2025. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Craft Cocktails Can Be Non-Alcoholic At this Summer Happy Hour full City Cast Summer in Philly brings some of the best weekly deals on your favorite cocktails. SIPS in Center City is a popular Wednesday happy hour. There's also Passyunk Passegiata on Thursdays in East Passyunk, and Fishtown Taps offers drink discounts on Tuesdays. But you don’t have to drink alcohol to have fun. We’re bringing back this conversation with Nikki Graziano, Bar Palmina's owner and bartender, about the drinks she’s shaking up and why she opened a nonalcoholic bar in Philly. This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day. This episode originally aired on March 17th, 2025. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Summer in Philly brings some of the best weekly deals on your favorite cocktails. SIPS in Center City is a popular Wednesday happy hour. There's also Passyunk Passegiata on Thursdays in East Passyunk, and Fishtown Taps offers drink discounts on Tuesdays. But you don’t have to drink alcohol to have fun. We’re bringing back this conversation with Nikki Graziano, Bar Palmina's owner and bartender, about the drinks she’s shaking up and why she opened a nonalcoholic bar in Philly.

This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day.

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]]> 1334 Philly Paw Patrol: Council Curbs Dogs & Their Poop from Parks Philly loves its dogs, but there’s a plan to make some parks, playgrounds and rec centers  “animal-free zones.” City Council passed a bill that would fine owners $2,000 if their dog is in a public park – whether on a leash or not. Host Trenae Nuri, who isn’t a dog owner, speaks with Johnny Goodtimes, a Philly dog owner and City Cast Philly contributor, about city canines, dog parks, and whether politicians are barking up the wrong tree.  Check out these eight dog parks.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 23 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Paw Patrol: Council Curbs Dogs & Their Poop from Parks full City Cast Philly loves its dogs, but there’s a plan to make some parks, playgrounds and rec centers  “animal-free zones.” City Council passed a bill that would fine owners $2,000 if their dog is in a public park – whether on a leash or not. Host Trenae Nuri, who isn’t a dog owner, speaks with Johnny Goodtimes, a Philly dog owner and City Cast Philly contributor, about city canines, dog parks, and whether politicians are barking up the wrong tree.  Check out these eight dog parks.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly loves its dogs, but there’s a plan to make some parks, playgrounds and rec centers  “animal-free zones.” City Council passed a bill that would fine owners $2,000 if their dog is in a public park – whether on a leash or not. Host Trenae Nuri, who isn’t a dog owner, speaks with Johnny Goodtimes, a Philly dog owner and City Cast Philly contributor, about city canines, dog parks, and whether politicians are barking up the wrong tree. 

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]]> 1187 Here's What 13 US Cities Are Talking About This Summer | A City Cast Philly Special https://philly.citycast.fm/ City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Trenae Nuri and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 20th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Trenae Nuri and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 20th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Trenae Nuri and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes.

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]]> 3579 Philly’s $6.8B Budgets Boosts Housings, Cuts Small Biz Breaks https://philly.citycast.fm/ In our weekly politics episode, we’re talking about the near unanimous passing of the $6.8 billion city budget that includes eliminating a tax break for small businesses and green-lighting new housing initiatives. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas break down the winners and losers in this budget and the political relationships that Mayor Cherelle Parker is navigating.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s $6.8B Budgets Boosts Housings, Cuts Small Biz Breaks full City Cast In our weekly politics episode, we’re talking about the near unanimous passing of the $6.8 billion city budget that includes eliminating a tax break for small businesses and green-lighting new housing initiatives. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas break down the winners and losers in this budget and the political relationships that Mayor Cherelle Parker is navigating.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise In our weekly politics episode, we’re talking about the near unanimous passing of the $6.8 billion city budget that includes eliminating a tax break for small businesses and green-lighting new housing initiatives. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas break down the winners and losers in this budget and the political relationships that Mayor Cherelle Parker is navigating. 

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]]> 1730 The Philadelphians Who Changed Ice Cream https://philly.citycast.fm/ When you think of ice cream innovation, 19th-century Philadelphians might not come to mind—but they should. We listen back to the sweet and surprising history of Philadelphia-style ice cream with host Trenae Nuri and food historian Sarah Lohman, who is host of City Cast Las Vegas. They dig into how women and Black culinary professionals revolutionized the ice cream-making process—and why their contributions have been largely overlooked. Get ready to rethink what you know about America’s favorite dessert.  Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.” We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris. Where do you eat ice cream in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 The Philadelphians Who Changed Ice Cream full City Cast When you think of ice cream innovation, 19th-century Philadelphians might not come to mind—but they should. We listen back to the sweet and surprising history of Philadelphia-style ice cream with host Trenae Nuri and food historian Sarah Lohman, who is host of City Cast Las Vegas. They dig into how women and Black culinary professionals revolutionized the ice cream-making process—and why their contributions have been largely overlooked. Get ready to rethink what you know about America’s favorite dessert.  Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.” We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris. Where do you eat ice cream in Philly? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise When you think of ice cream innovation, 19th-century Philadelphians might not come to mind—but they should. We listen back to the sweet and surprising history of Philadelphia-style ice cream with host Trenae Nuri and food historian Sarah Lohman, who is host of City Cast Las Vegas. They dig into how women and Black culinary professionals revolutionized the ice cream-making process—and why their contributions have been largely overlooked. Get ready to rethink what you know about America’s favorite dessert. 

Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.” We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris.

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]]> 1431 Philly Braces for SEPTA Service Getting Slashed https://philly.citycast.fm/ SEPTA  is in trouble. The transit agency faces a $213 million budget deficit, and without an infusion of funds from the state in the next two weeks, service will be cut by 45% and fares will increase more than 20%. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down what’s at stake for our region if SEPTA has massive cuts, what lawmakers are saying, and what you can do right now to make your voices heard about this.  For more information on SEPTA’s fiscal history and what you can do to voice your concerns, check out our article in the Hey Philly newsletter here. How will SEPTA cuts affect you? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 16 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Braces for SEPTA Service Getting Slashed full City Cast SEPTA  is in trouble. The transit agency faces a $213 million budget deficit, and without an infusion of funds from the state in the next two weeks, service will be cut by 45% and fares will increase more than 20%. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down what’s at stake for our region if SEPTA has massive cuts, what lawmakers are saying, and what you can do right now to make your voices heard about this.  For more information on SEPTA’s fiscal history and what you can do to voice your concerns, check out our article in the Hey Philly newsletter here. How will SEPTA cuts affect you? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise SEPTA  is in trouble. The transit agency faces a $213 million budget deficit, and without an infusion of funds from the state in the next two weeks, service will be cut by 45% and fares will increase more than 20%. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down what’s at stake for our region if SEPTA has massive cuts, what lawmakers are saying, and what you can do right now to make your voices heard about this. 

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]]> 1053 Philly Gets Graded, Council Passes a Budget & Anti-Trump Protests Come to Town https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about the $6.8 billion city budget approved by Council, the anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally this weekend, a new poll taking the pulse of Philly, and a slumlord’s vacant West Philly apartment building that was deliberately set on fire. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and into our weekend plans, of course). Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Final Budget, HOME Bills, Ready for Final Passage Pew Poll: Philadelphians Concerned About Public Safety and Financial Well-Being No Kings protests, Army parade to hit Philly streets this weekend Army 250 - Philadelphia Road closures, rallies and routes: What to know about Philly’s June 14 ‘No Kings’ protest Four-alarm fire at West Philly apartments tied to landlord Phil Pulley was set deliberately, police say Mayor Cherelle Parker silent on Los Angeles protests Business tax cuts and housing bonds: Mayor Cherelle Parker and Philly Council reach $6.8 billion deal for the next city budget Pew Poll: Philadelphians Concerned About Public Safety and Financial Well-Being Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Gets Graded, Council Passes a Budget & Anti-Trump Protests Come to Town full City Cast It's the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about the $6.8 billion city budget approved by Council, the anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally this weekend, a new poll taking the pulse of Philly, and a slumlord’s vacant West Philly apartment building that was deliberately set on fire. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and into our weekend plans, of course). Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Final Budget, HOME Bills, Ready for Final Passage Pew Poll: Philadelphians Concerned About Public Safety and Financial Well-Being No Kings protests, Army parade to hit Philly streets this weekend Army 250 - Philadelphia Road closures, rallies and routes: What to know about Philly’s June 14 ‘No Kings’ protest Four-alarm fire at West Philly apartments tied to landlord Phil Pulley was set deliberately, police say Mayor Cherelle Parker silent on Los Angeles protests Business tax cuts and housing bonds: Mayor Cherelle Parker and Philly Council reach $6.8 billion deal for the next city budget Pew Poll: Philadelphians Concerned About Public Safety and Financial Well-Being Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about the $6.8 billion city budget approved by Council, the anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally this weekend, a new poll taking the pulse of Philly, and a slumlord’s vacant West Philly apartment building that was deliberately set on fire. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and into our weekend plans, of course).

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]]> 1516 Philly Dads on What It Means to Be Playful, Protective & Patient https://philly.citycast.fm/ Happy Father’s Day, Philadelphia! On today’s show we have a roundtable with three Philly dads talking about fatherhood in 2025 and how to be a great dad in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly Executive Producer Matt Katz, father of two and creator of the Inconceivable Truth podcast, is joined by Joel Austin, father of seven and founder of Daddy University, and Joe Gidjunis, father of one and host of Grown Up Dad on PBS. For information about Daddy’s University 13th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance on June 14 & Dad’s At Play Family Engagement Event on July 26: https://daddyuniv.com/17yearanniversary/events/     For information on Grown Up Dad’s Dadcathalon on June 14: https://grownup.dad/dadcathlon  To watch Grown Up Dad on PBS: https://www.pbs.org/video/changing-role-of-fatherhood-Xs6K5o/  Dads, call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Dads on What It Means to Be Playful, Protective & Patient full City Cast Happy Father’s Day, Philadelphia! On today’s show we have a roundtable with three Philly dads talking about fatherhood in 2025 and how to be a great dad in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly Executive Producer Matt Katz, father of two and creator of the Inconceivable Truth podcast, is joined by Joel Austin, father of seven and founder of Daddy University, and Joe Gidjunis, father of one and host of Grown Up Dad on PBS. For information about Daddy’s University 13th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance on June 14 & Dad’s At Play Family Engagement Event on July 26: https://daddyuniv.com/17yearanniversary/events/     For information on Grown Up Dad’s Dadcathalon on June 14: https://grownup.dad/dadcathlon  To watch Grown Up Dad on PBS: https://www.pbs.org/video/changing-role-of-fatherhood-Xs6K5o/  Dads, call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Happy Father’s Day, Philadelphia! On today’s show we have a roundtable with three Philly dads talking about fatherhood in 2025 and how to be a great dad in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly Executive Producer Matt Katz, father of two and creator of the Inconceivable Truth podcast, is joined by Joel Austin, father of seven and founder of Daddy University, and Joe Gidjunis, father of one and host of Grown Up Dad on PBS.

For information about Daddy’s University 13th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance on June 14 & Dad’s At Play Family Engagement Event on July 26: https://daddyuniv.com/17yearanniversary/events/    

For information on Grown Up Dad’s Dadcathalon on June 14: https://grownup.dad/dadcathlon

 To watch Grown Up Dad on PBS: https://www.pbs.org/video/changing-role-of-fatherhood-Xs6K5o/ 

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]]> 2139 Why Mayor Parker Wants to Spend $2B on Housing https://philly.citycast.fm/ City council will vote tomorrow on Mayor Cherelle Parker’s plan to borrow $800 million to create and preserve housing in Philly. This is one of her biggest priorities for the city. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down a conversation with Jon Geeting, the engagement director at the political action committee Philadelphia 3.0, about the challenges of maintaining and building homes — and the price tag that comes with it.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 11 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Why Mayor Parker Wants to Spend $2B on Housing full City Cast City council will vote tomorrow on Mayor Cherelle Parker’s plan to borrow $800 million to create and preserve housing in Philly. This is one of her biggest priorities for the city. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down a conversation with Jon Geeting, the engagement director at the political action committee Philadelphia 3.0, about the challenges of maintaining and building homes — and the price tag that comes with it.   Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise City council will vote tomorrow on Mayor Cherelle Parker’s plan to borrow $800 million to create and preserve housing in Philly. This is one of her biggest priorities for the city. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down a conversation with Jon Geeting, the engagement director at the political action committee Philadelphia 3.0, about the challenges of maintaining and building homes — and the price tag that comes with it.  

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]]> 1108 SEPTA, Food & Community: How Philly Feels About Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ The City Cast Philly team spent a day at the Art Star Craft Bazaar at the Cherry Street Pier on Mother’s Day weekend talking to Philadelphians about Philly.  We asked what you love about Philly – and what you don’t. In today’s show we’re sharing some of the smart, funny, and real feelings you all have about this city. Philly, you are raw and beautiful and eloquent and thought-provoking and good! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA, Food & Community: How Philly Feels About Philly full City Cast The City Cast Philly team spent a day at the Art Star Craft Bazaar at the Cherry Street Pier on Mother’s Day weekend talking to Philadelphians about Philly.  We asked what you love about Philly – and what you don’t. In today’s show we’re sharing some of the smart, funny, and real feelings you all have about this city. Philly, you are raw and beautiful and eloquent and thought-provoking and good! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The City Cast Philly team spent a day at the Art Star Craft Bazaar at the Cherry Street Pier on Mother’s Day weekend talking to Philadelphians about Philly.  We asked what you love about Philly – and what you don’t. In today’s show we’re sharing some of the smart, funny, and real feelings you all have about this city. Philly, you are raw and beautiful and eloquent and thought-provoking and good!

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]]> 1312 This Philly Rugby Team Doesn’t Play by Trump’s Rules https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia Rugby Football Club has been hitting the pitch since the 1970s, making it one of the oldest teams in the country. It is now championing the push to make rugby a welcoming space for all. When producer Abby Fritz isn’t helping make City Cast Philly, she plays for PRFC. She sat down with teammates May Shuter, Rachel Miller, and Linnae Allen to discuss how current federal policies targeting transgender athletes impact the trans-inclusive team.  Check out PRFC's website to learn more about the team and attend upcoming games.  Find out about other Philly sports clubs open to queer and non-binary athletes in our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 09 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 This Philly Rugby Team Doesn’t Play by Trump’s Rules full City Cast Philadelphia Rugby Football Club has been hitting the pitch since the 1970s, making it one of the oldest teams in the country. It is now championing the push to make rugby a welcoming space for all. When producer Abby Fritz isn’t helping make City Cast Philly, she plays for PRFC. She sat down with teammates May Shuter, Rachel Miller, and Linnae Allen to discuss how current federal policies targeting transgender athletes impact the trans-inclusive team.  Check out PRFC's website to learn more about the team and attend upcoming games.  Find out about other Philly sports clubs open to queer and non-binary athletes in our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philadelphia Rugby Football Club has been hitting the pitch since the 1970s, making it one of the oldest teams in the country. It is now championing the push to make rugby a welcoming space for all. When producer Abby Fritz isn’t helping make City Cast Philly, she plays for PRFC. She sat down with teammates May Shuter, Rachel Miller, and Linnae Allen to discuss how current federal policies targeting transgender athletes impact the trans-inclusive team. 

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]]> 916 SEPTA Bus Blaze and Funding Woes, Bike Lane Lawsuit & Coyotes in Wissahickon  https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about SEPTA buses on fire in the Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood, more details on the transit agency’s funding troubles, and Center City residents who filed a bike lane lawsuit. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and our weekend plans).  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro and top Democrats say SEPTA and mass transit funding is a priority, but won’t say whether they’ll hold up the budget over it Judge says contractor’s bribing of Amtrak manager with $320,000 in luxury watches, vacations represents a ‘tear in the fabric of society’ Residents suing Philadelphia to stop bike lane upgrades in Center City neighborhood Coyote sightings at Wissahickon Valley Park prompt reminder that it’s ‘a wild place’ Thoughts on bike lanes, coyotes, or SEPTA Funding? Holler at us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Bus Blaze and Funding Woes, Bike Lane Lawsuit & Coyotes in Wissahickon  full City Cast It's the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about SEPTA buses on fire in the Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood, more details on the transit agency’s funding troubles, and Center City residents who filed a bike lane lawsuit. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and our weekend plans).  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro and top Democrats say SEPTA and mass transit funding is a priority, but won’t say whether they’ll hold up the budget over it Judge says contractor’s bribing of Amtrak manager with $320,000 in luxury watches, vacations represents a ‘tear in the fabric of society’ Residents suing Philadelphia to stop bike lane upgrades in Center City neighborhood Coyote sightings at Wissahickon Valley Park prompt reminder that it’s ‘a wild place’ Thoughts on bike lanes, coyotes, or SEPTA Funding? Holler at us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about SEPTA buses on fire in the Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood, more details on the transit agency’s funding troubles, and Center City residents who filed a bike lane lawsuit. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and our weekend plans). 

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]]> 1334 Philly’s Best Grocery Stores, Hacks & Deals https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re chatting about how we shop in (and maybe out of) the city for the best deals on groceries. Some on the City Cast Philly team are bargain hunters and others just love niche markets and farm-to-table products. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon to let you in on grocery shopping hacks – like where to find the best eggs, fresh produce, and cheap snacks. Also: Grocery store karaoke?!?   Where do you shop? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Best Grocery Stores, Hacks & Deals full City Cast We’re chatting about how we shop in (and maybe out of) the city for the best deals on groceries. Some on the City Cast Philly team are bargain hunters and others just love niche markets and farm-to-table products. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon to let you in on grocery shopping hacks – like where to find the best eggs, fresh produce, and cheap snacks. Also: Grocery store karaoke?!?   Where do you shop? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We’re chatting about how we shop in (and maybe out of) the city for the best deals on groceries. Some on the City Cast Philly team are bargain hunters and others just love niche markets and farm-to-table products. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon to let you in on grocery shopping hacks – like where to find the best eggs, fresh produce, and cheap snacks. Also: Grocery store karaoke?!?  

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]]> 1799 What DA Krasner's Win Means for Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ This week’s politics episode takes you into the Pen & Pencil Club, Philadelphia’s press club since 1892. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by NBC10’s Lauren Mayk, KYW Newsradio’s Pat Loeb, The Inquirer’s Ellie Rushing, and Cherri Gregg, co-host of WHYY’s Studio 2. They break down last month's primary election for district attorney, what incumbent Larry Krasner’s landslide win in the Democratic primary means, and how Philadelphians are thinking and talking about public safety in the city.  Feeling safe in the city, or not? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 What DA Krasner's Win Means for Philly full City Cast This week’s politics episode takes you into the Pen & Pencil Club, Philadelphia’s press club since 1892. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by NBC10’s Lauren Mayk, KYW Newsradio’s Pat Loeb, The Inquirer’s Ellie Rushing, and Cherri Gregg, co-host of WHYY’s Studio 2. They break down last month's primary election for district attorney, what incumbent Larry Krasner’s landslide win in the Democratic primary means, and how Philadelphians are thinking and talking about public safety in the city.  Feeling safe in the city, or not? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This week’s politics episode takes you into the Pen & Pencil Club, Philadelphia’s press club since 1892. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by NBC10’s Lauren Mayk, KYW Newsradio’s Pat Loeb, The Inquirer’s Ellie Rushing, and Cherri Gregg, co-host of WHYY’s Studio 2. They break down last month's primary election for district attorney, what incumbent Larry Krasner’s landslide win in the Democratic primary means, and how Philadelphians are thinking and talking about public safety in the city. 

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]]> 1806 Is Philly’s Oldest Bar The Ultimate Match Maker? https://philly.citycast.fm/ June marks the start of wedding season, and what better place to kick things off than at McGillin’s Olde Ale House — Philly’s oldest bar and maybe the best place to find love. Tucked down an alleyway in Center City, this historic pub has been the backdrop for countless love stories – 200 couples and counting. We’re revisiting a conversation our host, Trenae Nuri, had with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the bar’s “Love Letters Book,” a collection of names and memories from the hundreds of couples who met here. Plus, you’ll hear three meet-cute stories from couples who found their partners in the City of Brotherly Love.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Is Philly’s Oldest Bar The Ultimate Match Maker? full City Cast June marks the start of wedding season, and what better place to kick things off than at McGillin’s Olde Ale House — Philly’s oldest bar and maybe the best place to find love. Tucked down an alleyway in Center City, this historic pub has been the backdrop for countless love stories – 200 couples and counting. We’re revisiting a conversation our host, Trenae Nuri, had with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the bar’s “Love Letters Book,” a collection of names and memories from the hundreds of couples who met here. Plus, you’ll hear three meet-cute stories from couples who found their partners in the City of Brotherly Love.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise June marks the start of wedding season, and what better place to kick things off than at McGillin’s Olde Ale House — Philly’s oldest bar and maybe the best place to find love. Tucked down an alleyway in Center City, this historic pub has been the backdrop for countless love stories – 200 couples and counting. We’re revisiting a conversation our host, Trenae Nuri, had with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the bar’s “Love Letters Book,” a collection of names and memories from the hundreds of couples who met here. Plus, you’ll hear three meet-cute stories from couples who found their partners in the City of Brotherly Love. 

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]]> 1322 Odunde Turns 50: Philly’s Iconic Festival Rooted in Culture & Community https://philly.citycast.fm/ On Sunday, June 8, hundreds of thousands are expected to gather for the milestone celebration of the Odunde Festival. It turns 50 this year – a testament to the years of work from its founder, the late Lois Fernandez. Now, Oshunbumi Fernandez-West spearheads the festival. She tells host Trenae Nuri about how a simple idea morphed into the largest African American street festival in the continent, and how she’s keeping Odunde a family business.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Odunde Turns 50: Philly’s Iconic Festival Rooted in Culture & Community full City Cast On Sunday, June 8, hundreds of thousands are expected to gather for the milestone celebration of the Odunde Festival. It turns 50 this year – a testament to the years of work from its founder, the late Lois Fernandez. Now, Oshunbumi Fernandez-West spearheads the festival. She tells host Trenae Nuri about how a simple idea morphed into the largest African American street festival in the continent, and how she’s keeping Odunde a family business.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise On Sunday, June 8, hundreds of thousands are expected to gather for the milestone celebration of the Odunde Festival. It turns 50 this year – a testament to the years of work from its founder, the late Lois Fernandez. Now, Oshunbumi Fernandez-West spearheads the festival. She tells host Trenae Nuri about how a simple idea morphed into the largest African American street festival in the continent, and how she’s keeping Odunde a family business. 

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]]> 1175 Fairmount Park Shooting, SEPTA Cuts Mean Longer Commutes & Zoo Cancels Pride Event https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday news roundup! This week host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are discussing the gun laws, or lack thereof, that may have been a factor in the Memorial Day shooting in Fairmount Park. They also cover a new workers’ rights bill signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker and the possible SEPTA funding cuts that could make your commute longer. Plus, a Pride event at the Philadelphia Zoo was suddenly cancelled – why? Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Two dead, nine wounded in ‘heinous’ Memorial Day shooting in Philly’s Fairmount Park A rise of gun switches in crimes prompts a push for stricter laws against them Gun safety bills fail in Pa. House by razor thin margin Philly mayor signs ‘POWER' bill in effort to provide new worker protections SEPTA cuts equal longer commutes Talking (and scrolling) on the phone while driving will be illegal in Pa. starting next week The Philadelphia Zoo Has a Drag Queen Problem Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 30 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Fairmount Park Shooting, SEPTA Cuts Mean Longer Commutes & Zoo Cancels Pride Event full City Cast It's the Friday news roundup! This week host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are discussing the gun laws, or lack thereof, that may have been a factor in the Memorial Day shooting in Fairmount Park. They also cover a new workers’ rights bill signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker and the possible SEPTA funding cuts that could make your commute longer. Plus, a Pride event at the Philadelphia Zoo was suddenly cancelled – why? Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Two dead, nine wounded in ‘heinous’ Memorial Day shooting in Philly’s Fairmount Park A rise of gun switches in crimes prompts a push for stricter laws against them Gun safety bills fail in Pa. House by razor thin margin Philly mayor signs ‘POWER' bill in effort to provide new worker protections SEPTA cuts equal longer commutes Talking (and scrolling) on the phone while driving will be illegal in Pa. starting next week The Philadelphia Zoo Has a Drag Queen Problem Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday news roundup! This week host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are discussing the gun laws, or lack thereof, that may have been a factor in the Memorial Day shooting in Fairmount Park. They also cover a new workers’ rights bill signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker and the possible SEPTA funding cuts that could make your commute longer. Plus, a Pride event at the Philadelphia Zoo was suddenly cancelled – why? Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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]]> 1341 Your Guide to Philly in June 2025 https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's summer in the city of Brotherly Love, and if you’re like us, you’re looking to get out and enjoy the warm weather before the heat really sets in. So we’ve got the best tips for enjoying June in and around Philly, from where to meet The Famous River Hot Dog Man to which street festivals and movies-under-the-stars to check out. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 29th episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 29 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Philly in June 2025 full City Cast It's summer in the city of Brotherly Love, and if you’re like us, you’re looking to get out and enjoy the warm weather before the heat really sets in. So we’ve got the best tips for enjoying June in and around Philly, from where to meet The Famous River Hot Dog Man to which street festivals and movies-under-the-stars to check out. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 29th episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It's summer in the city of Brotherly Love, and if you’re like us, you’re looking to get out and enjoy the warm weather before the heat really sets in. So we’ve got the best tips for enjoying June in and around Philly, from where to meet The Famous River Hot Dog Man to which street festivals and movies-under-the-stars to check out. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

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]]> 1777 Sheriff Bilal Pushes Back on Mismanagement Allegations & Calls to Abolish Office https://philly.citycast.fm/ There’s no other elected official in Philly getting more scrutiny right now than Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. Some even want her office abolished. Just this week, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s editorial board called for her fellow elected Democrats to take her to task for a range of alleged mismanagement, corruption, and security problems uncovered by reporters. So on today’s show host Trenae Nuri goes down to the Sheriff’s Office on Broad Street and hears directly from Philly Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. She argues that she fixed a broken office, denies that there have been security problems on her watch at the courthouses, and calls for a huge increase in her budget.  Thoughts on the sheriff and her office? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly news (plus event listings!) in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 28 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Sheriff Bilal Pushes Back on Mismanagement Allegations & Calls to Abolish Office full City Cast There’s no other elected official in Philly getting more scrutiny right now than Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. Some even want her office abolished. Just this week, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s editorial board called for her fellow elected Democrats to take her to task for a range of alleged mismanagement, corruption, and security problems uncovered by reporters. So on today’s show host Trenae Nuri goes down to the Sheriff’s Office on Broad Street and hears directly from Philly Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. She argues that she fixed a broken office, denies that there have been security problems on her watch at the courthouses, and calls for a huge increase in her budget.  Thoughts on the sheriff and her office? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly news (plus event listings!) in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise There’s no other elected official in Philly getting more scrutiny right now than Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. Some even want her office abolished. Just this week, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s editorial board called for her fellow elected Democrats to take her to task for a range of alleged mismanagement, corruption, and security problems uncovered by reporters. So on today’s show host Trenae Nuri goes down to the Sheriff’s Office on Broad Street and hears directly from Philly Sheriff Rochelle Bilal. She argues that she fixed a broken office, denies that there have been security problems on her watch at the courthouses, and calls for a huge increase in her budget. 

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]]> 2120 How a Tiny College Hours Away Rescued a Philly Dance Legacy https://philly.citycast.fm/ A year ago this week, the University of the Arts in Center City announced that it was suddenly closing its doors, forever, due to financial problems. The decision shocked its students, faculty, and the city at large. But there was one bright spot: The UArts dance program was saved by a tiny college in Vermont. And now we’re told that the dance program is expected to return to Philadelphia from its current location at Vermont’s Bennington College in the 2026-2027 academic year. So we’re revisiting our conversation between host Trenae Nuri, Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how, and why, Bennington saved this Philly jewel. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 27 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 How a Tiny College Hours Away Rescued a Philly Dance Legacy full City Cast A year ago this week, the University of the Arts in Center City announced that it was suddenly closing its doors, forever, due to financial problems. The decision shocked its students, faculty, and the city at large. But there was one bright spot: The UArts dance program was saved by a tiny college in Vermont. And now we’re told that the dance program is expected to return to Philadelphia from its current location at Vermont’s Bennington College in the 2026-2027 academic year. So we’re revisiting our conversation between host Trenae Nuri, Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how, and why, Bennington saved this Philly jewel. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise A year ago this week, the University of the Arts in Center City announced that it was suddenly closing its doors, forever, due to financial problems. The decision shocked its students, faculty, and the city at large. But there was one bright spot: The UArts dance program was saved by a tiny college in Vermont. And now we’re told that the dance program is expected to return to Philadelphia from its current location at Vermont’s Bennington College in the 2026-2027 academic year. So we’re revisiting our conversation between host Trenae Nuri, Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how, and why, Bennington saved this Philly jewel.

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]]> 1322 Ex-Cop Convicted, Krasner Wins Big, Long Live the Tush Push https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Round Up. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are talking about Larry Krasner’s landslide win in the Democratic primary for District Attorney. Plus, Mark Dial, former Philly police officer, was convicted of manslaughter for the killing of Eddie Irizarry, a man he pulled over and shot in 2023. And the Tush Push survives a vote to ban it.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A Philadelphians Guide to the Jersey Shore The best times to travel from Philly for Memorial Day vacation The former Philly cop who shot and killed Eddie Irizarry is on trial this week for murder Mark Dial convicted of voluntary manslaughter in 2023 killing of Eddie Irizarry How Jeffrey Lurie, Jason Kelce and the Eagles saved the tush push Despite Philly DA primary loss, Pat Dugan may still challenge Larry Krasner in November Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 23 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Ex-Cop Convicted, Krasner Wins Big, Long Live the Tush Push full City Cast It’s the Friday News Round Up. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are talking about Larry Krasner’s landslide win in the Democratic primary for District Attorney. Plus, Mark Dial, former Philly police officer, was convicted of manslaughter for the killing of Eddie Irizarry, a man he pulled over and shot in 2023. And the Tush Push survives a vote to ban it.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A Philadelphians Guide to the Jersey Shore The best times to travel from Philly for Memorial Day vacation The former Philly cop who shot and killed Eddie Irizarry is on trial this week for murder Mark Dial convicted of voluntary manslaughter in 2023 killing of Eddie Irizarry How Jeffrey Lurie, Jason Kelce and the Eagles saved the tush push Despite Philly DA primary loss, Pat Dugan may still challenge Larry Krasner in November Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Round Up. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are talking about Larry Krasner’s landslide win in the Democratic primary for District Attorney. Plus, Mark Dial, former Philly police officer, was convicted of manslaughter for the killing of Eddie Irizarry, a man he pulled over and shot in 2023. And the Tush Push survives a vote to ban it. 

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]]> 1287 Is Philly Sports Talk Radio Diverse Enough? https://philly.citycast.fm/ City Cast Philly contributor O.J. Spivey joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about his recent column in The Philadelphia Tribune about how sports radio call-in shows in Philly – a powerful and important medium in this town – don’t have any full-time hosts who are Black and not former professional athletes. How does this affect our understanding of sports in this very sports oriented town?  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 22 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Is Philly Sports Talk Radio Diverse Enough? full City Cast City Cast Philly contributor O.J. Spivey joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about his recent column in The Philadelphia Tribune about how sports radio call-in shows in Philly – a powerful and important medium in this town – don’t have any full-time hosts who are Black and not former professional athletes. How does this affect our understanding of sports in this very sports oriented town?  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise City Cast Philly contributor O.J. Spivey joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about his recent column in The Philadelphia Tribune about how sports radio call-in shows in Philly – a powerful and important medium in this town – don’t have any full-time hosts who are Black and not former professional athletes. How does this affect our understanding of sports in this very sports oriented town? 

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]]> 967 Krasner Wins Primary for Third Term as District Attorney https://philly.citycast.fm/ District Attorney Larry Krasner defeated Pat Dugan in the Democratic race for district attorney. Dugan spent more money on the campaign than Krasner, but the two-term incumbent leaned on his record as a progressive prosecutor and the city's lowest murder rate in a half-century. With no one running on the Republican ticket, this paves the way for Krasner to secure a third term as D.A. in the November general election. Tune into today’s episode of City Cast Philly as host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz breakdown the results of the primary election. The episode was recorded at 11p.m. on Tuesday May 20th.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 21 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Krasner Wins Primary for Third Term as District Attorney full City Cast District Attorney Larry Krasner defeated Pat Dugan in the Democratic race for district attorney. Dugan spent more money on the campaign than Krasner, but the two-term incumbent leaned on his record as a progressive prosecutor and the city's lowest murder rate in a half-century. With no one running on the Republican ticket, this paves the way for Krasner to secure a third term as D.A. in the November general election. Tune into today’s episode of City Cast Philly as host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz breakdown the results of the primary election. The episode was recorded at 11p.m. on Tuesday May 20th.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise District Attorney Larry Krasner defeated Pat Dugan in the Democratic race for district attorney. Dugan spent more money on the campaign than Krasner, but the two-term incumbent leaned on his record as a progressive prosecutor and the city's lowest murder rate in a half-century. With no one running on the Republican ticket, this paves the way for Krasner to secure a third term as D.A. in the November general election. Tune into today’s episode of City Cast Philly as host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz breakdown the results of the primary election.

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]]> 973 PA Day Trips To Fit Every Vibe https://philly.citycast.fm/ Within two hours of Philly you can find theme parks, novelty museums, and even the biggest buffet in the county. With Memorial Day less than a week away, get inspired to fill the long weekend with a day trip somewhere in the Commonwealth. To help you plan your excursion, we're revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Asha Prihar, former Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the adventures she's taken throughout Pennsylvania.  Check out Asha’s day trip guides for more things to do in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Doylestown. This episode originally aired August 8th, 2024. Where are you headed this weekend? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 20 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 PA Day Trips To Fit Every Vibe full City Cast Within two hours of Philly you can find theme parks, novelty museums, and even the biggest buffet in the county. With Memorial Day less than a week away, get inspired to fill the long weekend with a day trip somewhere in the Commonwealth. To help you plan your excursion, we're revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Asha Prihar, former Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the adventures she's taken throughout Pennsylvania.  Check out Asha’s day trip guides for more things to do in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Doylestown. This episode originally aired August 8th, 2024. Where are you headed this weekend? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Within two hours of Philly you can find theme parks, novelty museums, and even the biggest buffet in the county. With Memorial Day less than a week away, get inspired to fill the long weekend with a day trip somewhere in the Commonwealth. To help you plan your excursion, we're revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Asha Prihar, former Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the adventures she's taken throughout Pennsylvania. 

Check out Asha’s day trip guides for more things to do in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Doylestown.

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]]> 1422 How Philly Talks – and Laughs – with Comedian LSD https://philly.citycast.fm/ We can’t stop laughing over Philly comedian Lauren Daniels – aka Comedian LSD – and her bits and skits on social media. So we brought her on the show. She tells us how she got into comedy from rap, how to curse in that Philly accent, and how young buls drawn.  Call or text us with something funny: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 19 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 How Philly Talks – and Laughs – with Comedian Lauren Daniels full City Cast We can’t stop laughing over Philly comedian Lauren Daniels – aka Comedian LSD – and her bits and skits on social media. So we brought her on the show. She tells us how she got into comedy from rap, how to curse in that Philly accent, and how young buls drawn.  Call or text us with something funny: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We can’t stop laughing over Philly comedian Lauren Daniels – aka Comedian LSD – and her bits and skits on social media. So we brought her on the show. She tells us how she got into comedy from rap, how to curse in that Philly accent, and how young buls drawn. 

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]]> 1592 Philly Ballot Breakdown, Remembering MOVE & Schuylkill Banks Extension Opens https://philly.citycast.fm/ Next week Philly will vote on district attorney, city and state judges, and three ballot questions. We tell you everything you need to know before the primary election. Plus: Philly remembers the May 13th, 1985 MOVE bombing, and there’s a new way to travel from Center City to Grays Ferry. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Cast Philly interview with District Attorney Larry Krasner City Cast Philly interview with Krasner’s opponent, Pat Dugan City Cast Philly covers the judicial elections DA Larry Krasner has a fundraising advantage among Philly residents. Challenger Patrick Dugan is dominating the suburbs. Here’s what to know about Philly’s three ballot questions New $48M pedestrian bridge connects Schuylkill Banks in Center City to Grays Ferry Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 16 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Ballot Breakdown, Remembering MOVE & Schuylkill Banks Extension Opens full City Cast Next week Philly will vote on district attorney, city and state judges, and three ballot questions. We tell you everything you need to know before the primary election. Plus: Philly remembers the May 13th, 1985 MOVE bombing, and there’s a new way to travel from Center City to Grays Ferry. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Cast Philly interview with District Attorney Larry Krasner City Cast Philly interview with Krasner’s opponent, Pat Dugan City Cast Philly covers the judicial elections DA Larry Krasner has a fundraising advantage among Philly residents. Challenger Patrick Dugan is dominating the suburbs. Here’s what to know about Philly’s three ballot questions New $48M pedestrian bridge connects Schuylkill Banks in Center City to Grays Ferry Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Next week Philly will vote on district attorney, city and state judges, and three ballot questions. We tell you everything you need to know before the primary election. Plus: Philly remembers the May 13th, 1985 MOVE bombing, and there’s a new way to travel from Center City to Grays Ferry. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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]]> 1454 Church Reborn As Philly's School of Circus Arts https://philly.citycast.fm/ Our host Trenae Nuri is taking us into the world of professional circus arts. We tour the halls, workshop, and practice spaces of Philadelphia School of Circus Arts in the former St. Madeleine Sophie Church out in West Mount Airy. And after operations director Shana Kennedy shows us around, it’s Trenae’s turn to swing, jump, and hang upside down (with help from professionals, of course). Check out the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts offerings here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 15 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Church Reborn As Philly's School of Circus Arts full City Cast Our host Trenae Nuri is taking us into the world of professional circus arts. We tour the halls, workshop, and practice spaces of Philadelphia School of Circus Arts in the former St. Madeleine Sophie Church out in West Mount Airy. And after operations director Shana Kennedy shows us around, it’s Trenae’s turn to swing, jump, and hang upside down (with help from professionals, of course). Check out the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts offerings here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Our host Trenae Nuri is taking us into the world of professional circus arts. We tour the halls, workshop, and practice spaces of Philadelphia School of Circus Arts in the former St. Madeleine Sophie Church out in West Mount Airy. And after operations director Shana Kennedy shows us around, it’s Trenae’s turn to swing, jump, and hang upside down (with help from professionals, of course).

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]]> 942 Judge the Judges: How to Vote in Next Week’s Judicial Election https://philly.citycast.fm/ Big election coming up next week, Philly. And while you may know the candidates in the race for district attorney, unless you are an extremely informed voter, you cannot name any of the people on the ballot running to be judge – and you don’t even know how you’re supposed to decide which candidates you favor. To help us understand how to make sense of all of the judicial candidates for four different courts listed on the May 20th primary ballot, we’re bringing in an expert: Matt Olesh is the chair of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Campaign for Qualified Judges. See which judges the Philadelphia Bar Association recommends here. Get more election news (plus things to do) in your inbox with our Hey Philly newsletter Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 14 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Judge the Judges: How to Vote in Next Week’s Judicial Election full City Cast Big election coming up next week, Philly. And while you may know the candidates in the race for district attorney, unless you are an extremely informed voter, you cannot name any of the people on the ballot running to be judge – and you don’t even know how you’re supposed to decide which candidates you favor. To help us understand how to make sense of all of the judicial candidates for four different courts listed on the May 20th primary ballot, we’re bringing in an expert: Matt Olesh is the chair of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Campaign for Qualified Judges. See which judges the Philadelphia Bar Association recommends here. Get more election news (plus things to do) in your inbox with our Hey Philly newsletter Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Big election coming up next week, Philly. And while you may know the candidates in the race for district attorney, unless you are an extremely informed voter, you cannot name any of the people on the ballot running to be judge – and you don’t even know how you’re supposed to decide which candidates you favor. To help us understand how to make sense of all of the judicial candidates for four different courts listed on the May 20th primary ballot, we’re bringing in an expert: Matt Olesh is the chair of the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Campaign for Qualified Judges.

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]]> 1388 When Philly Police Dropped a Bomb on Our City https://philly.citycast.fm/ Forty-years ago today – May 13, 1985 – the Philadelphia Police Department dropped a bomb on its own residents. Inside a West Philly rowhome, 11 people, including five children – all members of the Black-led group MOVE – died. How did this happen? Reporter Linn Washington Jr. has covered MOVE for 50 years. Now, he’s the host of a new podcast series from Temple University’s Klein College’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting and The Philadelphia Inquirer called “MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy.” He’s joined in this conversation by the podcast’s executive producer, Yvonne Latty.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 13 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 When Philly Police Dropped a Bomb on Our City full City Cast Forty-years ago today – May 13, 1985 – the Philadelphia Police Department dropped a bomb on its own residents. Inside a West Philly rowhome, 11 people, including five children – all members of the Black-led group MOVE – died. How did this happen? Reporter Linn Washington Jr. has covered MOVE for 50 years. Now, he’s the host of a new podcast series from Temple University’s Klein College’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting and The Philadelphia Inquirer called “MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy.” He’s joined in this conversation by the podcast’s executive producer, Yvonne Latty.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Forty-years ago today – May 13, 1985 – the Philadelphia Police Department dropped a bomb on its own residents. Inside a West Philly rowhome, 11 people, including five children – all members of the Black-led group MOVE – died. How did this happen? Reporter Linn Washington Jr. has covered MOVE for 50 years. Now, he’s the host of a new podcast series from Temple University’s Klein College’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting and The Philadelphia Inquirer called “MOVE: Untangling the Tragedy.” He’s joined in this conversation by the podcast’s executive producer, Yvonne Latty. 

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]]> 2320 Philly Lawyers Are Having A Billboard War https://philly.citycast.fm/ Top Dog, Pond Lehocky, and Morgan & Morgan: If you've driven on any Philly highway, you know these lawyers' names. But why are personal injury lawyers buying up all the billboard space? We're revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Tom McGrath, contributing writer at Philly Mag, about why our highways (and buses) are covered in billboards for personal injury lawyers and what that says about Philly. Read Tom’s full story here.  This episode originally aired on February 18th, 2025. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 12 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Lawyers Are Having A Billboard War full City Cast Top Dog, Pond Lehocky, and Morgan & Morgan: If you've driven on any Philly highway, you know these lawyers' names. But why are personal injury lawyers buying up all the billboard space? We're revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Tom McGrath, contributing writer at Philly Mag, about why our highways (and buses) are covered in billboards for personal injury lawyers and what that says about Philly. Read Tom’s full story here.  This episode originally aired on February 18th, 2025. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Centre County Highway Revolt Williamstown Theatre Festival Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Top Dog, Pond Lehocky, and Morgan & Morgan: If you've driven on any Philly highway, you know these lawyers' names. But why are personal injury lawyers buying up all the billboard space? We're revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Tom McGrath, contributing writer at Philly Mag, about why our highways (and buses) are covered in billboards for personal injury lawyers and what that says about Philly.

Read Tom’s full story here. 

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]]> 1284 Cop Shot, DOGE Cuts Violence Prevention & We’ll See You At ‘The X’ https://philly.citycast.fm/ A cop was shot during a brawl outside of Overbrook High School, an antisemitic sign at a Sansom Street bar became national news, and federal DOGE cuts are hitting all corners of Philly, from Chinatown’s reunification plan to anti-violence efforts in Kensington to a play in South Philly. On today’s Friday News Roundup, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down the week that was. Plus: Are we gonna meet up at The X?  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Cancer screenings, contraception, and other sexual health services for uninsured patients in the Philly region are impacted by a Trump funding freeze Patrick Dugan’s campaign claimed — and then removed — endorsements from wards that have not yet backed him for Philly DA ‘Kind of a heartbreaker’: Kensington gun violence prevention group takes funding hit following federal cuts Philly theaters reel from sudden loss of NEA funding Philly lost $10.2 million in the latest round of DOGE funding cuts to AmeriCorps National Endowment for the Arts grant cancellations cut deep in PhillyTrump’s Budget Cuts Reach the Front Lines of Philly’s Fight to Reduce Shootings Philadelphia tutoring program focused on student literacy cut by DOGE Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 09 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Cop Shot, DOGE Cuts Violence Prevention & We’ll See You At ‘The X’ full City Cast A cop was shot during a brawl outside of Overbrook High School, an antisemitic sign at a Sansom Street bar became national news, and federal DOGE cuts are hitting all corners of Philly, from Chinatown’s reunification plan to anti-violence efforts in Kensington to a play in South Philly. On today’s Friday News Roundup, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down the week that was. Plus: Are we gonna meet up at The X?  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Cancer screenings, contraception, and other sexual health services for uninsured patients in the Philly region are impacted by a Trump funding freeze Patrick Dugan’s campaign claimed — and then removed — endorsements from wards that have not yet backed him for Philly DA ‘Kind of a heartbreaker’: Kensington gun violence prevention group takes funding hit following federal cuts Philly theaters reel from sudden loss of NEA funding Philly lost $10.2 million in the latest round of DOGE funding cuts to AmeriCorps National Endowment for the Arts grant cancellations cut deep in PhillyTrump’s Budget Cuts Reach the Front Lines of Philly’s Fight to Reduce Shootings Philadelphia tutoring program focused on student literacy cut by DOGE Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise A cop was shot during a brawl outside of Overbrook High School, an antisemitic sign at a Sansom Street bar became national news, and federal DOGE cuts are hitting all corners of Philly, from Chinatown’s reunification plan to anti-violence efforts in Kensington to a play in South Philly. On today’s Friday News Roundup, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down the week that was. Plus: Are we gonna meet up at The X? 

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]]> 1366 Best Frozen Desserts in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ The weather forecast is clear: It's ice cream weather! Cool down with host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor/co-host of Delicious City Philly podcast, as we revisit a conversation about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato in Philly.  This episode originally aired May 8th, 2024.  Here’s a list of the spots recommended in this episode: 1-900-ICE-CREAM Milk Jawn Rita’s Ice Mister Softee Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Cold Stone Creamery Fairmount Flavors John's Water Ice Pop's Water Ice King’s Water Ice and Ice Cream  George’s Water Ice  Chuck’s Philly Vita Philly Fiore Fine Foods Gran Caffè L'aquila The Franklin Fountain Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 08 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Best Frozen Desserts in Philly full City Cast The weather forecast is clear: It's ice cream weather! Cool down with host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor/co-host of Delicious City Philly podcast, as we revisit a conversation about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato in Philly.  This episode originally aired May 8th, 2024.  Here’s a list of the spots recommended in this episode: 1-900-ICE-CREAM Milk Jawn Rita’s Ice Mister Softee Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Cold Stone Creamery Fairmount Flavors John's Water Ice Pop's Water Ice King’s Water Ice and Ice Cream  George’s Water Ice  Chuck’s Philly Vita Philly Fiore Fine Foods Gran Caffè L'aquila The Franklin Fountain Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The weather forecast is clear: It's ice cream weather! Cool down with host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor/co-host of Delicious City Philly podcast, as we revisit a conversation about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato in Philly. 

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]]> 1144 D.A. Race: Challenger Pat Dugan Says Philly Doesn’t Feel Safe https://philly.citycast.fm/ For our Wednesday politics episode, former Judge Pat Dugan visits City Cast Philly to make his case for why District Attorney Larry Krasner, a two-term incumbent, doesn’t deserve to be reelected. Dugan notes that despite a recent drop in the murder rate, the number of homicides in the city is far too high and is directly attributable to Krasner’s policies. Dugan also says that while Krasner is held up as a “progressive prosecutor,” certain city diversion programs – which provide resources instead of jail time for some low-level offenders – have floundered under Krasner. And he blasts Krasner’s approach to retail theft. Krasner was on City Cast Philly last Wednesday, April 30, so check out that episode. The Democratic primary election for district attorney is May 20.  Thoughts on the D.A.’s race? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly politics and news – plus lists of things to do in the city – in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this May 7th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 07 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast For our Wednesday politics episode, former Judge Pat Dugan visits City Cast Philly to make his case for why District Attorney Larry Krasner, a two-term incumbent, doesn’t deserve to be reelected. Dugan notes that despite a recent drop in the murder rate, the number of homicides in the city is far too high and is directly attributable to Krasner’s policies. Dugan also says that while Krasner is held up as a “progressive prosecutor,” certain city diversion programs – which provide resources instead of jail time for some low-level offenders – have floundered under Krasner. And he blasts Krasner’s approach to retail theft. Krasner was on City Cast Philly last Wednesday, April 30, so check out that episode. The Democratic primary election for district attorney is May 20.  Thoughts on the D.A.’s race? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly politics and news – plus lists of things to do in the city – in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this May 7th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise For our Wednesday politics episode, former Judge Pat Dugan visits City Cast Philly to make his case for why District Attorney Larry Krasner, a two-term incumbent, doesn’t deserve to be reelected. Dugan notes that despite a recent drop in the murder rate, the number of homicides in the city is far too high and is directly attributable to Krasner’s policies. Dugan also says that while Krasner is held up as a “progressive prosecutor,” certain city diversion programs – which provide resources instead of jail time for some low-level offenders – have floundered under Krasner. And he blasts Krasner’s approach to retail theft. Krasner was on City Cast Philly last Wednesday, April 30, so check out that episode. The Democratic primary election for district attorney is May 20. 

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]]> 2313 After Airbnb Crackdown, a New Hotel Trend Takes Over Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly is seeing something of a boom in boutique hotels as we brace for what’s expected to be a massive tourism year in 2026. After the city started regulating and placing restrictions on Airbnbs and other short-term rentals, a crop of new, small – and Instagramable – hotels have popped up around town. Five opened last year alone. To see what’s going on with the boutique hotel scene, we visited the Gas Lamp Hotel in Old City and hung out with co-owners Scott Yesner and Wendell Holland. Other boutique hotels in the city include Yowie and Society Hill Hotel in Queen Village, The Dwight D Hotel and The Franklin in Rittenhouse, Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, Riversuites on the Delaware River, Guild House Hotel in the Gayborhood, Morris House Hotel by Washington Square Park and Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns in University City. Where should our visitors be staying? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this May 6th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 06 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philly is seeing something of a boom in boutique hotels as we brace for what’s expected to be a massive tourism year in 2026. After the city started regulating and placing restrictions on Airbnbs and other short-term rentals, a crop of new, small – and Instagramable – hotels have popped up around town. Five opened last year alone. To see what’s going on with the boutique hotel scene, we visited the Gas Lamp Hotel in Old City and hung out with co-owners Scott Yesner and Wendell Holland. Other boutique hotels in the city include Yowie and Society Hill Hotel in Queen Village, The Dwight D Hotel and The Franklin in Rittenhouse, Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, Riversuites on the Delaware River, Guild House Hotel in the Gayborhood, Morris House Hotel by Washington Square Park and Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns in University City. Where should our visitors be staying? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this May 6th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philly is seeing something of a boom in boutique hotels as we brace for what’s expected to be a massive tourism year in 2026. After the city started regulating and placing restrictions on Airbnbs and other short-term rentals, a crop of new, small – and Instagramable – hotels have popped up around town. Five opened last year alone. To see what’s going on with the boutique hotel scene, we visited the Gas Lamp Hotel in Old City and hung out with co-owners Scott Yesner and Wendell Holland. Other boutique hotels in the city include Yowie and Society Hill Hotel in Queen Village, The Dwight D Hotel and The Franklin in Rittenhouse, Hotel Anna & Bel in Fishtown, Riversuites on the Delaware River, Guild House Hotel in the Gayborhood, Morris House Hotel by Washington Square Park and Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns in University City.

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]]> 1526 How Philly’s Community College Prez Was Suddenly Ousted After 11 Years https://philly.citycast.fm/ Seemingly without warning last month, Community College of Philadelphia Donald Guy Generals was removed by the school’s board of trustees. His contract was not renewed and he was put on administrative leave, preventing him from serving out the remainder of the academic year. So we talked to Generals himself about what happened – and about his tenure at the school.  Thoughts on the ousting of Generals? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this May 5th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 05 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Seemingly without warning last month, Community College of Philadelphia Donald Guy Generals was removed by the school’s board of trustees. His contract was not renewed and he was put on administrative leave, preventing him from serving out the remainder of the academic year. So we talked to Generals himself about what happened – and about his tenure at the school.  Thoughts on the ousting of Generals? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this May 5th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Fitler Club Art Star Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Seemingly without warning last month, Community College of Philadelphia Donald Guy Generals was removed by the school’s board of trustees. His contract was not renewed and he was put on administrative leave, preventing him from serving out the remainder of the academic year. So we talked to Generals himself about what happened – and about his tenure at the school. 

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]]> 1181 Some Eagles Fly to White House, CCP Lawsuit & Judge in Cheesesteak Controversy https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Eagles visiting the White House (and the players who skipped it), the Community College of Philadelphia asking City Council for more money (while its ousted president files a lawsuit), and a Philly judge in hot water because of his wife’s cheesesteak business (is the real crime the $35 steaks?!).   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ⁠Community College of Philadelphia’s board names provost Alycia Marshall as interim president⁠ ⁠McCormick Makes Big Play in Bitcoin While His Committee Considers Regulation⁠ ⁠Dave McCormick is investing in bitcoin as he sits on the Senate Banking Committee and will mull crypto regulation bill⁠ ⁠A Philly judge could face discipline for promoting his wife’s popular cheesesteak shop⁠ ⁠Ousted CCP president alleges in court complaint that board chair pressured him ‘to direct CCP business to political allies and vendors’⁠ Get so much more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this May 2nd episode: ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Fri, 02 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Eagles visiting the White House (and the players who skipped it), the Community College of Philadelphia asking City Council for more money (while its ousted president files a lawsuit), and a Philly judge in hot water because of his wife’s cheesesteak business (is the real crime the $35 steaks?!).   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ⁠Community College of Philadelphia’s board names provost Alycia Marshall as interim president⁠ ⁠McCormick Makes Big Play in Bitcoin While His Committee Considers Regulation⁠ ⁠Dave McCormick is investing in bitcoin as he sits on the Senate Banking Committee and will mull crypto regulation bill⁠ ⁠A Philly judge could face discipline for promoting his wife’s popular cheesesteak shop⁠ ⁠Ousted CCP president alleges in court complaint that board chair pressured him ‘to direct CCP business to political allies and vendors’⁠ Get so much more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: ⁠Hey Philly⁠ We’re also on Instagram: ⁠@citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this May 2nd episode: ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ It's the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Eagles visiting the White House (and the players who skipped it), the Community College of Philadelphia asking City Council for more money (while its ousted president files a lawsuit), and a Philly judge in hot water because of his wife’s cheesesteak business (is the real crime the $35 steaks?!).  

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]]> 1558 Your Guide to May 2025 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Your May calendar will be filled with activities like the Broad Street Run and music festivals like the Roots Picnic and West Philly Porch Fest. But stick around for more things to do this month: Abby tells the story behind the first ever Eraserhood Fest, Matt will eat at the new Korea Taqueria in Fishtown, Siani recommends watching a movie at Friday Flicks at the Fountain in Parkside, and Trenae, as the momma of the group, will celebrate Mother’s Day at Happy DIY. Don’t forget to vote on May 20, and join the team on Saturday, May 10, at the Cherry Street Pier Art Star Craft Bazaar.  For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Philly, check out our newsletter, Hey Philly, with more ideas on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 1st episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or text at 215-259-8170. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 01 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Your May calendar will be filled with activities like the Broad Street Run and music festivals like the Roots Picnic and West Philly Porch Fest. But stick around for more things to do this month: Abby tells the story behind the first ever Eraserhood Fest, Matt will eat at the new Korea Taqueria in Fishtown, Siani recommends watching a movie at Friday Flicks at the Fountain in Parkside, and Trenae, as the momma of the group, will celebrate Mother’s Day at Happy DIY. Don’t forget to vote on May 20, and join the team on Saturday, May 10, at the Cherry Street Pier Art Star Craft Bazaar.  For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Philly, check out our newsletter, Hey Philly, with more ideas on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 1st episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or text at 215-259-8170. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Your May calendar will be filled with activities like the Broad Street Run and music festivals like the Roots Picnic and West Philly Porch Fest. But stick around for more things to do this month: Abby tells the story behind the first ever Eraserhood Fest, Matt will eat at the new Korea Taqueria in Fishtown, Siani recommends watching a movie at Friday Flicks at the Fountain in Parkside, and Trenae, as the momma of the group, will celebrate Mother’s Day at Happy DIY. Don’t forget to vote on May 20, and join the team on Saturday, May 10, at the Cherry Street Pier Art Star Craft Bazaar. 

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]]> 1768 DA Race: Krasner Touts Low Murder Rate & Compares Opponent to Trump https://philly.citycast.fm/ For our Wednesday politics episode, District Attorney Larry Krasner visits City Cast Philly to make his case for why he deserves a third term as the city’s chief prosecutor. He touts the lowest murder rate in a half-century, compares his opponent to Donald Trump, tells his side of why there hasn’t been a debate in the race, talks about the Eagles’ visit to the White House, discusses the role of George Soros’ money in his campaigns, analyzes the mayor’s “work-in-progress” plan in Kensington, and defends himself from criticism that he doesn’t work well with other elements of law enforcement. His opponent, former Judge Pat Dugan – who rejects any comparison to Trump, by the way – will be on the show next Wednesday, May 7, so stay tuned. The Democratic primary election for district attorney is May 20.  Thoughts on the D.A.’s race? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly politics and news – plus lists of things to do in the city – in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsor of this April 30th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 30 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast For our Wednesday politics episode, District Attorney Larry Krasner visits City Cast Philly to make his case for why he deserves a third term as the city’s chief prosecutor. He touts the lowest murder rate in a half-century, compares his opponent to Donald Trump, tells his side of why there hasn’t been a debate in the race, talks about the Eagles’ visit to the White House, discusses the role of George Soros’ money in his campaigns, analyzes the mayor’s “work-in-progress” plan in Kensington, and defends himself from criticism that he doesn’t work well with other elements of law enforcement. His opponent, former Judge Pat Dugan – who rejects any comparison to Trump, by the way – will be on the show next Wednesday, May 7, so stay tuned. The Democratic primary election for district attorney is May 20.  Thoughts on the D.A.’s race? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly politics and news – plus lists of things to do in the city – in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsor of this April 30th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise For our Wednesday politics episode, District Attorney Larry Krasner visits City Cast Philly to make his case for why he deserves a third term as the city’s chief prosecutor. He touts the lowest murder rate in a half-century, compares his opponent to Donald Trump, tells his side of why there hasn’t been a debate in the race, talks about the Eagles’ visit to the White House, discusses the role of George Soros’ money in his campaigns, analyzes the mayor’s “work-in-progress” plan in Kensington, and defends himself from criticism that he doesn’t work well with other elements of law enforcement. His opponent, former Judge Pat Dugan – who rejects any comparison to Trump, by the way – will be on the show next Wednesday, May 7, so stay tuned. The Democratic primary election for district attorney is May 20. 

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]]> 2233 A Philadelphian’s Guide to the Jersey Shore https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphians love the Shore: The beaches. The boardwalks. The partying. But which town has what you’re looking for this summer? And what tips, tricks, and hacks do we need to know before we go? Jen Miller, journalist and expert on the Jersey Shore, has written about New Jersey’s ocean towns for the New York Times, The Washington Post, and The New Jersey Monitor. Today she tells us where – and how – we should be making those trips to the Jersey Shore in the coming months. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this April 29th episode: Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Philadelphians love the Shore: The beaches. The boardwalks. The partying. But which town has what you’re looking for this summer? And what tips, tricks, and hacks do we need to know before we go? Jen Miller, journalist and expert on the Jersey Shore, has written about New Jersey’s ocean towns for the New York Times, The Washington Post, and The New Jersey Monitor. Today she tells us where – and how – we should be making those trips to the Jersey Shore in the coming months. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this April 29th episode: Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Philadelphians love the Shore: The beaches. The boardwalks. The partying. But which town has what you’re looking for this summer? And what tips, tricks, and hacks do we need to know before we go? Jen Miller, journalist and expert on the Jersey Shore, has written about New Jersey’s ocean towns for the New York Times, The Washington Post, and The New Jersey Monitor. Today she tells us where – and how – we should be making those trips to the Jersey Shore in the coming months.

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]]> 1301 Why Concerts Are So Expensive Right Now Your favorite band or artist is coming to Philly. You go online to purchase a ticket and see the price and the fees attached. Your jaw drops. Why are ticket prices so expensive? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jeff Apruzzese, an assistant professor and director of the music industry program at Drexel University – and former bassist of the indie band Passion Pit. They discuss the business of concert tickets and consumer behaviors.   How much would you spend to see your favorite band? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Why Concerts Are So Expensive Right Now full City Cast Your favorite band or artist is coming to Philly. You go online to purchase a ticket and see the price and the fees attached. Your jaw drops. Why are ticket prices so expensive? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jeff Apruzzese, an assistant professor and director of the music industry program at Drexel University – and former bassist of the indie band Passion Pit. They discuss the business of concert tickets and consumer behaviors.   How much would you spend to see your favorite band? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Your favorite band or artist is coming to Philly. You go online to purchase a ticket and see the price and the fees attached. Your jaw drops. Why are ticket prices so expensive? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jeff Apruzzese, an assistant professor and director of the music industry program at Drexel University – and former bassist of the indie band Passion Pit. They discuss the business of concert tickets and consumer behaviors.  

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]]> 1404 30th Street Station Scandal, Neighbors Beefing with Angelo’s & Philly Is Safer https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about a new report showing Philly is safer (even if the rent is still too high). We’re digging into an Amtrak bribery scandal involving Bruno Mars tickets, a $4,700 dog, and cigars at Ashton’s. And we’ve got the story on why Bella Vista neighbors are beefing with Angelo’s Pizzeria.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia 2025: The State of the City How the restoration of Philly’s historic 30th St. Station became a corruption bonanza Multiple Temple University students assaulted after "disorderly" crowd of minors gathered on campus Charges against a man were dismissed. Then a Philly police officer escorted him into ICE custody. Popular Angelo’s Pizzeria is not popular among neighbors as they speak out on quality of life issues Advocates ask city for $1.8 million for deportation defense  Thoughts on Philly corruption, Philly police immigration enforcement, or Philly teens swarming Temple University? Leave us a voicemail or text: 215-259-8170 Get all this Philly news & more (plus events!) in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 30th Street Station Scandal, Neighbors Beefing with Angelo’s & Philly Is Safer full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about a new report showing Philly is safer (even if the rent is still too high). We’re digging into an Amtrak bribery scandal involving Bruno Mars tickets, a $4,700 dog, and cigars at Ashton’s. And we’ve got the story on why Bella Vista neighbors are beefing with Angelo’s Pizzeria.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia 2025: The State of the City How the restoration of Philly’s historic 30th St. Station became a corruption bonanza Multiple Temple University students assaulted after "disorderly" crowd of minors gathered on campus Charges against a man were dismissed. Then a Philly police officer escorted him into ICE custody. Popular Angelo’s Pizzeria is not popular among neighbors as they speak out on quality of life issues Advocates ask city for $1.8 million for deportation defense  Thoughts on Philly corruption, Philly police immigration enforcement, or Philly teens swarming Temple University? Leave us a voicemail or text: 215-259-8170 Get all this Philly news & more (plus events!) in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about a new report showing Philly is safer (even if the rent is still too high). We’re digging into an Amtrak bribery scandal involving Bruno Mars tickets, a $4,700 dog, and cigars at Ashton’s. And we’ve got the story on why Bella Vista neighbors are beefing with Angelo’s Pizzeria. 

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]]> 1555 The Philly Biologist Talking Squid Facts and Shrimp Sticker Politics https://philly.citycast.fm/ Sarah McAnulty is a squid biologist who doubles as an artist. McAnulty is creator of Skype A Scientist and several other projects intended to engage the public with science. She recently began giving away thousands of bags of native plant seeds, which she attached to colorful street posters, in an effort to help restore the butterfly population. You also may have seen her irreverent shrimp stickers opposing federal cuts to science research. In 2023, host Trenae Nuri spoke to McAnulty about her project Get Squid Facts, and about how she uses street art to get people stoked about science.  Text "SQUID" to 1-833-SCI-TEXT to get squid info sent straight to your phone! Get the "Philly Biodiversity Zine" by McAnulty and six other Philly artists here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 The Philly Biologist Talking Squid Facts and Shrimp Sticker Politics full City Cast Sarah McAnulty is a squid biologist who doubles as an artist. McAnulty is creator of Skype A Scientist and several other projects intended to engage the public with science. She recently began giving away thousands of bags of native plant seeds, which she attached to colorful street posters, in an effort to help restore the butterfly population. You also may have seen her irreverent shrimp stickers opposing federal cuts to science research. In 2023, host Trenae Nuri spoke to McAnulty about her project Get Squid Facts, and about how she uses street art to get people stoked about science.  Text "SQUID" to 1-833-SCI-TEXT to get squid info sent straight to your phone! Get the "Philly Biodiversity Zine" by McAnulty and six other Philly artists here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Sarah McAnulty is a squid biologist who doubles as an artist. McAnulty is creator of Skype A Scientist and several other projects intended to engage the public with science. She recently began giving away thousands of bags of native plant seeds, which she attached to colorful street posters, in an effort to help restore the butterfly population. You also may have seen her irreverent shrimp stickers opposing federal cuts to science research. In 2023, host Trenae Nuri spoke to McAnulty about her project Get Squid Facts, and about how she uses street art to get people stoked about science. 

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]]> 752 State Rep. Jared Solomon Wants To Get Rid of the Sheriff’s Office & Gifts for Lawmakers https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics on City Cast Philly. State Representative Jared Solomon of Northeast Philly is sometimes referred to as a “reformer.” Why? He wants to ban Pennsylvania state lawmakers from getting gifts from people who are trying to curry their favor. He wants to term limits for congressional representatives. And he wants to eliminate Philly’s long-troubled sheriff’s office. In this wide-ranging interview at his law office in Center City, Solomon talks about why he’s committed to reform, what’s happening with the Roosevelt Boulevard SEPTA project, and how – maybe most controversially – he says people should go to the Northeast for the best and cheapest restaurants in the city. Share the show in the group chat! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us to tell us which Philly politician to interview next: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 State Rep. Jared Solomon Wants To Get Rid of the Sheriff’s Office & Gifts for Lawmakers full City Cast It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics on City Cast Philly. State Representative Jared Solomon of Northeast Philly is sometimes referred to as a “reformer.” Why? He wants to ban Pennsylvania state lawmakers from getting gifts from people who are trying to curry their favor. He wants to term limits for congressional representatives. And he wants to eliminate Philly’s long-troubled sheriff’s office. In this wide-ranging interview at his law office in Center City, Solomon talks about why he’s committed to reform, what’s happening with the Roosevelt Boulevard SEPTA project, and how – maybe most controversially – he says people should go to the Northeast for the best and cheapest restaurants in the city. Share the show in the group chat! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us to tell us which Philly politician to interview next: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s Wednesday, so we’re talking politics on City Cast Philly. State Representative Jared Solomon of Northeast Philly is sometimes referred to as a “reformer.” Why? He wants to ban Pennsylvania state lawmakers from getting gifts from people who are trying to curry their favor. He wants to term limits for congressional representatives. And he wants to eliminate Philly’s long-troubled sheriff’s office. In this wide-ranging interview at his law office in Center City, Solomon talks about why he’s committed to reform, what’s happening with the Roosevelt Boulevard SEPTA project, and how – maybe most controversially – he says people should go to the Northeast for the best and cheapest restaurants in the city.

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]]> 2036 Drinking Whiskey with America's Founders at Carpenters' Hall https://philly.citycast.fm/ Old City’s Carpenters’ Hall, the site of the First Continental Congress back in 1774, is considered the “acorn” of American democracy. Today, it’s where host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz throw back a couple of whiskeys in the closed-to-the-public second floor library and learn how stories from the founding of this country are relevant to its present. Every Tuesday and Thursday through May, Carpenters’ Hall stays open late for small group tours and a whiskey tasting on its second floor.  Sign up for a tour & tasting here.  Find out more places to learn about Philly (and drink) in our daily newsletter: Hey Philly Got another historical site for us to check out? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Drinking Whiskey with America's Founders at Carpenters' Hall full City Cast Old City’s Carpenters’ Hall, the site of the First Continental Congress back in 1774, is considered the “acorn” of American democracy. Today, it’s where host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz throw back a couple of whiskeys in the closed-to-the-public second floor library and learn how stories from the founding of this country are relevant to its present. Every Tuesday and Thursday through May, Carpenters’ Hall stays open late for small group tours and a whiskey tasting on its second floor.  Sign up for a tour & tasting here.  Find out more places to learn about Philly (and drink) in our daily newsletter: Hey Philly Got another historical site for us to check out? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Old City’s Carpenters’ Hall, the site of the First Continental Congress back in 1774, is considered the “acorn” of American democracy. Today, it’s where host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz throw back a couple of whiskeys in the closed-to-the-public second floor library and learn how stories from the founding of this country are relevant to its present. Every Tuesday and Thursday through May, Carpenters’ Hall stays open late for small group tours and a whiskey tasting on its second floor. 

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]]> 1858 Guaranteed Income Pilot Gives $500 to Philadelphians Monthly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Xiente wants to try something new in Philly. For 14 months, this nonprofit is launching a pilot program that gives 10 families $500 in guaranteed income each month without restrictions. This is part of an effort to get families out of poverty and thriving. But is that enough money? Host Trenae talks with Dr. Michelle Carrera, chief executive officer of Xiente, about how the program works, the metrics of success, and the possibilities of including more Philadelphian households.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 21 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Guaranteed Income Pilot Gives $500 to Philadelphians Monthly full City Cast Xiente wants to try something new in Philly. For 14 months, this nonprofit is launching a pilot program that gives 10 families $500 in guaranteed income each month without restrictions. This is part of an effort to get families out of poverty and thriving. But is that enough money? Host Trenae talks with Dr. Michelle Carrera, chief executive officer of Xiente, about how the program works, the metrics of success, and the possibilities of including more Philadelphian households.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Xiente wants to try something new in Philly. For 14 months, this nonprofit is launching a pilot program that gives 10 families $500 in guaranteed income each month without restrictions. This is part of an effort to get families out of poverty and thriving. But is that enough money? Host Trenae talks with Dr. Michelle Carrera, chief executive officer of Xiente, about how the program works, the metrics of success, and the possibilities of including more Philadelphian households. 

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]]> 1457 Governor's Mansion Arson Update, CCP President Ousted & Streetlight Outages https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! Topics this week include updates on the attack of Governor Josh Shapiro. Also, the longtime president of the Community College of Philadelphia was voted out of his position and says he doesn't know why. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly contributor and writer at the Philadelphia Tribune, O.J. Spivey to break down all of these stories, plus why the lights may be out in your neighborhood. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Port Richmond streetlight outages draw more than 75 complaints, residents frustrated by 'no results' Report a problem with a street or alley light Guy Generals calls Community College of Philadelphia ouster 'completely shocking' CCP board removes president, voting not to renew contract and placing him on immediate paid leave Shapiro arson suspect struggled with arrests, foreclosure – and left a violent trail online Arson suspect called Josh Shapiro a ‘monster’ and cited governor’s ‘plans’ for Palestinian people, warrant says Port Richmond streetlight outages draw more than 75 complaints, residents frustrated by 'no results' Report a problem with a street or alley light by calling 311 or through the city's website. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 18 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Governor's Mansion Arson Update, CCP President Ousted & Port Richmond Streetlight Outages full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! Topics this week include updates on the attack of Governor Josh Shapiro. Also, the longtime president of the Community College of Philadelphia was voted out of his position and says he doesn't know why. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly contributor and writer at the Philadelphia Tribune, O.J. Spivey to break down all of these stories, plus why the lights may be out in your neighborhood. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Port Richmond streetlight outages draw more than 75 complaints, residents frustrated by 'no results' Report a problem with a street or alley light Guy Generals calls Community College of Philadelphia ouster 'completely shocking' CCP board removes president, voting not to renew contract and placing him on immediate paid leave Shapiro arson suspect struggled with arrests, foreclosure – and left a violent trail online Arson suspect called Josh Shapiro a ‘monster’ and cited governor’s ‘plans’ for Palestinian people, warrant says Port Richmond streetlight outages draw more than 75 complaints, residents frustrated by 'no results' Report a problem with a street or alley light by calling 311 or through the city's website. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! Topics this week include updates on the attack of Governor Josh Shapiro. Also, the longtime president of the Community College of Philadelphia was voted out of his position and says he doesn't know why. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly contributor and writer at the Philadelphia Tribune, O.J. Spivey to break down all of these stories, plus why the lights may be out in your neighborhood.

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]]> 1364 Marlon Wayans Knows Philly Gets Wild https://philly.citycast.fm/ Marlon Wayans is bringing his “Wild Child” stand-up tour to Philly this Friday. But before he hits the stage, host Trenae Nuri has a one-on-one with the comedian about what it means to own your wild side and where he can grab cheesesteaks and cigars while he's in town . Plus, they talk about his new film, Him, set to hit theaters this fall, and updates on Scary Movie 6.  Get tickets for Marlon's show on April 18th at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Marlon Wayans Knows Philly Gets Wild full City Cast Marlon Wayans is bringing his “Wild Child” stand-up tour to Philly this Friday. But before he hits the stage, host Trenae Nuri has a one-on-one with the comedian about what it means to own your wild side and where he can grab cheesesteaks and cigars while he's in town . Plus, they talk about his new film, Him, set to hit theaters this fall, and updates on Scary Movie 6.  Get tickets for Marlon's show on April 18th at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Marlon Wayans is bringing his “Wild Child” stand-up tour to Philly this Friday. But before he hits the stage, host Trenae Nuri has a one-on-one with the comedian about what it means to own your wild side and where he can grab cheesesteaks and cigars while he's in town . Plus, they talk about his new film, Him, set to hit theaters this fall, and updates on Scary Movie 6. 

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]]> 694 Councilmember Gauthier Talks Budget, Affordable Housing & Safe Streets https://philly.citycast.fm/ Content warning: this episode has descriptions of gun violence. This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. City Council is in the middle of hearings over the mayor’s proposed budget, and Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, who represents the 3rd District, says there’s a lot of things she’s excited about. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with her in her City Hall office to discuss why she’s excited about the $800M proposed investment in housing, keeping streets safe and pushing back on Washington politics.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Councilmember Gauthier Talks Budget, Affordable Housing & Safe Streets full City Cast Content warning: this episode has descriptions of gun violence. This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. City Council is in the middle of hearings over the mayor’s proposed budget, and Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, who represents the 3rd District, says there’s a lot of things she’s excited about. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with her in her City Hall office to discuss why she’s excited about the $800M proposed investment in housing, keeping streets safe and pushing back on Washington politics.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Content warning: this episode has descriptions of gun violence. This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. City Council is in the middle of hearings over the mayor’s proposed budget, and Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, who represents the 3rd District, says there’s a lot of things she’s excited about. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with her in her City Hall office to discuss why she’s excited about the $800M proposed investment in housing, keeping streets safe and pushing back on Washington politics. 

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]]> 1831 Public Gardens to Visit in Philly This Spring https://philly.citycast.fm/ The spring rain is turning Philly's outdoor spaces green! So we're revisiting an episode from last year that was recorded in West Philadelphia at the Woodlands, which is one of the oldest gardens in the country. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Nicole Juday, author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, to talk about Philly's many gardens, what makes this city a vibrant horticultural hotspot, and the public gardens you need to check out ASAP. You can find Nicole’s book here.  Green spaces mentioned in the episode:  The Woodlands Bio Pond at Kaskey Park  Awbury Arboretum Morris Arboretum Wyck Bartram’s Garden Germantown Kitchen Garden This episode originally aired September 19th, 2024.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Public Gardens to Visit in Philly This Spring full City Cast The spring rain is turning Philly's outdoor spaces green! So we're revisiting an episode from last year that was recorded in West Philadelphia at the Woodlands, which is one of the oldest gardens in the country. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Nicole Juday, author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, to talk about Philly's many gardens, what makes this city a vibrant horticultural hotspot, and the public gardens you need to check out ASAP. You can find Nicole’s book here.  Green spaces mentioned in the episode:  The Woodlands Bio Pond at Kaskey Park  Awbury Arboretum Morris Arboretum Wyck Bartram’s Garden Germantown Kitchen Garden This episode originally aired September 19th, 2024.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Cozy Earth - Use code COZYPHILLY for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The spring rain is turning Philly's outdoor spaces green! So we're revisiting an episode from last year that was recorded in West Philadelphia at the Woodlands, which is one of the oldest gardens in the country. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Nicole Juday, author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, to talk about Philly's many gardens, what makes this city a vibrant horticultural hotspot, and the public gardens you need to check out ASAP.

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]]> 1382 Whose Streets? Philadelphians at Odds Over New PPA Ticketing Initiatives https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Philadelphia Parking Authority has two new initiatives that could get you a ticket: Parking in loading zones beyond three minutes will cost money, and the law against stopping in bus lanes will be policed by cameras mounted on buses. Some Philadelphians are thrilled by this – they say the initiatives will keep traffic moving and people safe. Everyone else? Well they complained. To us. We sort through the opinions and get to an existential question about life in Philly for a new occasional series we’re calling, “Whose Streets?” Are you angry about how we share – or don’t share – our streets? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly news (and events) in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 14 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Whose Streets? Philadelphians at Odds Over New PPA Ticketing Initiatives full City Cast The Philadelphia Parking Authority has two new initiatives that could get you a ticket: Parking in loading zones beyond three minutes will cost money, and the law against stopping in bus lanes will be policed by cameras mounted on buses. Some Philadelphians are thrilled by this – they say the initiatives will keep traffic moving and people safe. Everyone else? Well they complained. To us. We sort through the opinions and get to an existential question about life in Philly for a new occasional series we’re calling, “Whose Streets?” Are you angry about how we share – or don’t share – our streets? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get more Philly news (and events) in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The Philadelphia Parking Authority has two new initiatives that could get you a ticket: Parking in loading zones beyond three minutes will cost money, and the law against stopping in bus lanes will be policed by cameras mounted on buses. Some Philadelphians are thrilled by this – they say the initiatives will keep traffic moving and people safe. Everyone else? Well they complained. To us. We sort through the opinions and get to an existential question about life in Philly for a new occasional series we’re calling, “Whose Streets?”

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]]> 1469 Cops Want More Cops, Trump Cuts Hit Home & Rooting for the Sixers to Lose https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is breaking down the latest on the pending city budget, including why the police department says they need more officers. Meanwhile, Trump Administration policies mean layoffs and higher coffee prices. And: Are the Sixers bad enough to get a first round pick in the draft? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to chat about all that and more. P.S. Don’t forget to get your REAL ID.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Philadelphia Police Department is still short 1,200 cops. Leaders say it will take ‘years of momentum’ to fix.  $22,000 for dumping a couch? City boosts fines sharply and sues to collect With Real ID enforcement approaching, Pennsylvanians are running into these challenges Pennsylvania has a really low Real ID adoption rate Hundreds of public health jobs at risk in Philly after city loses federal grants More than 3,600 IRS workers in Philadelphia are in danger of losing their jobs From infrastructure to playgrounds, $264M for Pa. projects this year vanished in Congress’ budget battle Trump DEI threat endangers 10% of Philadelphia schools budget Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Cops Want More Cops, Trump Cuts Hit Home & Rooting for the Sixers to Lose full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is breaking down the latest on the pending city budget, including why the police department says they need more officers. Meanwhile, Trump Administration policies mean layoffs and higher coffee prices. And: Are the Sixers bad enough to get a first round pick in the draft? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to chat about all that and more. P.S. Don’t forget to get your REAL ID.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Philadelphia Police Department is still short 1,200 cops. Leaders say it will take ‘years of momentum’ to fix.  $22,000 for dumping a couch? City boosts fines sharply and sues to collect With Real ID enforcement approaching, Pennsylvanians are running into these challenges Pennsylvania has a really low Real ID adoption rate Hundreds of public health jobs at risk in Philly after city loses federal grants More than 3,600 IRS workers in Philadelphia are in danger of losing their jobs From infrastructure to playgrounds, $264M for Pa. projects this year vanished in Congress’ budget battle Trump DEI threat endangers 10% of Philadelphia schools budget Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is breaking down the latest on the pending city budget, including why the police department says they need more officers. Meanwhile, Trump Administration policies mean layoffs and higher coffee prices. And: Are the Sixers bad enough to get a first round pick in the draft? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to chat about all that and more. P.S. Don’t forget to get your REAL ID. 

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]]> 1618 Forgotten No More: A Search for the Philly Men Who Died in World War I https://philly.citycast.fm/ It was 108 years ago this week when the United States declared war on Germany for what became World War I. Thousands of Philadelphians ultimately lost their lives. So for the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify the dead in one hard-hit community – the alumni of storied Roman Catholic High School. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Gibbons about these young men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war and why he’s so tenacious in pursuing this unique search. Want some more Philly stories? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Live Supply Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 10 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Forgotten No More: A Search for the Philly Men Who Died in World War I full City Cast It was 108 years ago this week when the United States declared war on Germany for what became World War I. Thousands of Philadelphians ultimately lost their lives. So for the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify the dead in one hard-hit community – the alumni of storied Roman Catholic High School. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Gibbons about these young men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war and why he’s so tenacious in pursuing this unique search. Want some more Philly stories? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Live Supply Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It was 108 years ago this week when the United States declared war on Germany for what became World War I. Thousands of Philadelphians ultimately lost their lives. So for the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify the dead in one hard-hit community – the alumni of storied Roman Catholic High School. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Gibbons about these young men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war and why he’s so tenacious in pursuing this unique search.

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]]> 1178 Fed Up with Nuisance Businesses? So is Councilmember Cindy Bass https://philly.citycast.fm/ This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. Councilmember Cindy Bass represents the 8th District. For nearly a decade she’s been fighting nuisance businesses that cause disturbances, sell illegal products like loosies, create noise, and generally flout the law. Bass and many of her constituents are fed up. So host Trenae Nuri sat down with her in her City Hall office to discuss how she’s working to get more enforcement, her reactions to the mayor’s budget, and other legislative priorities she’s focused on this year.     Sick of nuisance businesses? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Fed Up with Nuisance Businesses? So is Councilmember Cindy Bass full City Cast This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. Councilmember Cindy Bass represents the 8th District. For nearly a decade she’s been fighting nuisance businesses that cause disturbances, sell illegal products like loosies, create noise, and generally flout the law. Bass and many of her constituents are fed up. So host Trenae Nuri sat down with her in her City Hall office to discuss how she’s working to get more enforcement, her reactions to the mayor’s budget, and other legislative priorities she’s focused on this year.     Sick of nuisance businesses? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. Councilmember Cindy Bass represents the 8th District. For nearly a decade she’s been fighting nuisance businesses that cause disturbances, sell illegal products like loosies, create noise, and generally flout the law. Bass and many of her constituents are fed up. So host Trenae Nuri sat down with her in her City Hall office to discuss how she’s working to get more enforcement, her reactions to the mayor’s budget, and other legislative priorities she’s focused on this year.    

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]]> 1660 The Best Philly Dates Under $25 https://philly.citycast.fm/ We know money is tight these days! If you’re dating or trying to keep the romance in your love life going, this episode will guide you through some super cheap Philly date ideas – all under $25. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, to talk about ways to impress your date for a low price.   Find more ways to save with a SEPTA Key or an EBT Card. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Philly Dates Under $25 full City Cast We know money is tight these days! If you’re dating or trying to keep the romance in your love life going, this episode will guide you through some super cheap Philly date ideas – all under $25. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, to talk about ways to impress your date for a low price.   Find more ways to save with a SEPTA Key or an EBT Card. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise We know money is tight these days! If you’re dating or trying to keep the romance in your love life going, this episode will guide you through some super cheap Philly date ideas – all under $25. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, to talk about ways to impress your date for a low price.  

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]]> 1682 How This Philly Bread Maker Keeps Business Rolling https://philly.citycast.fm/ Bread is the essential element of Philly hoagies, cheesesteaks, and breakfast sandwiches. But what goes into baking and selling it daily? Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Chris DiPiazza, owner of Mighty Bread Company, a 2023 James Beard Awards semifinalist, to talk about his two careers, new products he’s rolling out, and Philly’s booming bread scene.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly What’s your favorite bread in the city? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 07 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 How This Philly Bread Maker Keeps Business Rolling full City Cast Bread is the essential element of Philly hoagies, cheesesteaks, and breakfast sandwiches. But what goes into baking and selling it daily? Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Chris DiPiazza, owner of Mighty Bread Company, a 2023 James Beard Awards semifinalist, to talk about his two careers, new products he’s rolling out, and Philly’s booming bread scene.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly What’s your favorite bread in the city? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Bread is the essential element of Philly hoagies, cheesesteaks, and breakfast sandwiches. But what goes into baking and selling it daily? Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Chris DiPiazza, owner of Mighty Bread Company, a 2023 James Beard Awards semifinalist, to talk about his two careers, new products he’s rolling out, and Philly’s booming bread scene. 

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]]> 1464 Crime Rates Down, SEPTA's Bedsheets & Sheriff's Office Mysterious Car Crash https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about a historic drop in crime, with the lowest murder rate in almost 60 years. And the Sheriff’s office is back in the news – this time for its connection to a four-car crash that was kept under the radar for months. Host Trenae Nuri also shares some good news with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon – there’s a new Kelce, some new (unusual) SEPTA merch, and four new James Beard finalists from Philly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia leaders address violent weekend that left 13 shot An SUV assigned to the Philly Sheriff’s Office ran a red light and caused a four-car accident. Then, the case disappeared. Blacks make up 66% of Philly's homeless, topping national average. Experts sound alarm for more resources and housing Jason and Kylie Kelce welcome their fourth daughter, go right back to podcasting the next day Philadelphia has four James Beard Award nominees for 2025 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Crime Rates Down, SEPTA's Bedsheets & Sheriff's Office Mysterious Car Crash full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about a historic drop in crime, with the lowest murder rate in almost 60 years. And the Sheriff’s office is back in the news – this time for its connection to a four-car crash that was kept under the radar for months. Host Trenae Nuri also shares some good news with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon – there’s a new Kelce, some new (unusual) SEPTA merch, and four new James Beard finalists from Philly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia leaders address violent weekend that left 13 shot An SUV assigned to the Philly Sheriff’s Office ran a red light and caused a four-car accident. Then, the case disappeared. Blacks make up 66% of Philly's homeless, topping national average. Experts sound alarm for more resources and housing Jason and Kylie Kelce welcome their fourth daughter, go right back to podcasting the next day Philadelphia has four James Beard Award nominees for 2025 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about a historic drop in crime, with the lowest murder rate in almost 60 years. And the Sheriff’s office is back in the news – this time for its connection to a four-car crash that was kept under the radar for months. Host Trenae Nuri also shares some good news with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon – there’s a new Kelce, some new (unusual) SEPTA merch, and four new James Beard finalists from Philly. 

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]]> 1710 How an $11 Ticket Is Bringing New Fans to Philly's Opera https://philly.citycast.fm/ Opera Philadelphia announces on our show its new season that seeks to broaden the genre of opera. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Anthony Roth Costanzo, general director and president of Opera Philadelphia, about the new shows and the extraordinary success of its Pick Your Price ticketing model – or what many now know as the $11 (!) opera tickets.  Learn more about this season’s programming here.  Find more great deals on events – and get you fill of Philly news – in our newsletter: Hey Philly Love the opera? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 How an $11 Ticket Is Bringing New Fans to Philly's Opera full City Cast Opera Philadelphia announces on our show its new season that seeks to broaden the genre of opera. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Anthony Roth Costanzo, general director and president of Opera Philadelphia, about the new shows and the extraordinary success of its Pick Your Price ticketing model – or what many now know as the $11 (!) opera tickets.  Learn more about this season’s programming here.  Find more great deals on events – and get you fill of Philly news – in our newsletter: Hey Philly Love the opera? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Opera Philadelphia announces on our show its new season that seeks to broaden the genre of opera. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Anthony Roth Costanzo, general director and president of Opera Philadelphia, about the new shows and the extraordinary success of its Pick Your Price ticketing model – or what many now know as the $11 (!) opera tickets. 

Learn more about this season’s programming here. 

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]]> 1345 The Changing Politics of John Fetterman https://philly.citycast.fm/ This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. John Fetterman was elected to the U.S. Senate as a darling of Pennsylvania’s progressive Democrats. But recently, those politics have appeared to shift: Fetterman was the first Senate Democrat to visit Donald Trump after the November election. He has voted to confirm 10 of Trump’s nominees – including Attorney General Pam Bondi, who challenged the 2020 election results in Pennsylvania. He has supported a Republican budget and bill to deport more immigrants. He even flirted with Trump’s idea of taking over Greenland. So what’s the deal with John Fetterman? The Inquirer’s Julia Terruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly executive Matt Katz to try to make sense of it all.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 The Changing Politics of John Fetterman full City Cast This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. John Fetterman was elected to the U.S. Senate as a darling of Pennsylvania’s progressive Democrats. But recently, those politics have appeared to shift: Fetterman was the first Senate Democrat to visit Donald Trump after the November election. He has voted to confirm 10 of Trump’s nominees – including Attorney General Pam Bondi, who challenged the 2020 election results in Pennsylvania. He has supported a Republican budget and bill to deport more immigrants. He even flirted with Trump’s idea of taking over Greenland. So what’s the deal with John Fetterman? The Inquirer’s Julia Terruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly executive Matt Katz to try to make sense of it all.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. John Fetterman was elected to the U.S. Senate as a darling of Pennsylvania’s progressive Democrats. But recently, those politics have appeared to shift: Fetterman was the first Senate Democrat to visit Donald Trump after the November election. He has voted to confirm 10 of Trump’s nominees – including Attorney General Pam Bondi, who challenged the 2020 election results in Pennsylvania. He has supported a Republican budget and bill to deport more immigrants. He even flirted with Trump’s idea of taking over Greenland. So what’s the deal with John Fetterman? The Inquirer’s Julia Terruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly executive Matt Katz to try to make sense of it all. 

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]]> 1264 Your Guide to April 2025 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm There is absolutely nothing to do in Philly this month…April Fools! The weather is heating up, and so are our calendars. The team is taking you to some live music events for national jazz month. Also we’re getting outside with four food festivals. But this month isn’t just all fun and games – don’t forget to file your taxes before April 15th. And check out these local free tax resources for some help.  For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Philly, check out our newsletter, Hey Philly, with more ideas on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. What are you doing this month? Call or text us to let us know: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to April 2025 in Philly full City Cast There is absolutely nothing to do in Philly this month…April Fools! The weather is heating up, and so are our calendars. The team is taking you to some live music events for national jazz month. Also we’re getting outside with four food festivals. But this month isn’t just all fun and games – don’t forget to file your taxes before April 15th. And check out these local free tax resources for some help.  For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Philly, check out our newsletter, Hey Philly, with more ideas on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. What are you doing this month? Call or text us to let us know: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There is absolutely nothing to do in Philly this month…April Fools! The weather is heating up, and so are our calendars. The team is taking you to some live music events for national jazz month. Also we’re getting outside with four food festivals. But this month isn’t just all fun and games – don’t forget to file your taxes before April 15th. And check out these local free tax resources for some help. 


For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Philly, check out our newsletter, Hey Philly, with more ideas on what to do this month. 


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]]> 1493 New Food, Fresh Vibes & Phillies Baseball at Citizens Bank Park https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Eagles got their championship. Is it now the Phillies’ turn? Trenae catches up with City Cast Philly contributors O.J. Spivey, sports columnist at The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, owner of Shibe Sports to talk about what to expect for the Phillies this season and how best to experience a game at Citizens Bank Park, which opens for baseball today.  What will the Phillies’ record be this season? Hit us up at 215-259-8170 or philly@citycast.fm Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 31 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 New Food, Fresh Vibes & Phillies Baseball at Citizens Bank Park full City Cast The Eagles got their championship. Is it now the Phillies’ turn? Trenae catches up with City Cast Philly contributors O.J. Spivey, sports columnist at The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, owner of Shibe Sports to talk about what to expect for the Phillies this season and how best to experience a game at Citizens Bank Park, which opens for baseball today.  What will the Phillies’ record be this season? Hit us up at 215-259-8170 or philly@citycast.fm Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The Eagles got their championship. Is it now the Phillies’ turn? Trenae catches up with City Cast Philly contributors O.J. Spivey, sports columnist at The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, owner of Shibe Sports to talk about what to expect for the Phillies this season and how best to experience a game at Citizens Bank Park, which opens for baseball today. 

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]]> 1623 Fights Over Philly Budget, The Portal Is Moving & Introducing Will Smith Way https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup. Today we’re digging into Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget proposal – including her plans to eliminate free rides for low-income Philadelphians, build thousands of housing units, and cut a tax on businesses. We also wonder why the Portal art installation keeps getting vandalized and where it should be moved to keep it safer. And we talk about two Philebrities – Will Smith, the entertainer who got a street named after him, and Skinny Joe Merlino, the former mob boss opening a cheesesteak spot.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  NIH terminates three Penn research grants, citing incompatibility with ‘agency priorities’ Jameson says Penn researchers received ‘stop work orders’ after $175 million federal funding freeze Pa. food banks are facing millions in federal funding cuts as they fear increased need 'Skinny Joey' Merlino to open cheesesteak shop in South Philadelphia 'A reckless dismantling’: EPA employees and supporters march in Philly to protest cuts Mayor Parker wants to defund a program that provides free transit passes for low-income people Federal cuts, staffing struggles, homeless services: Philly City Council probes Mayor Parker’s $6.7B budget proposal Where should the Portal go? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Fights Over Philly Budget, The Portal Is Moving & Introducing Will Smith Way full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. Today we’re digging into Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget proposal – including her plans to eliminate free rides for low-income Philadelphians, build thousands of housing units, and cut a tax on businesses. We also wonder why the Portal art installation keeps getting vandalized and where it should be moved to keep it safer. And we talk about two Philebrities – Will Smith, the entertainer who got a street named after him, and Skinny Joe Merlino, the former mob boss opening a cheesesteak spot.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  NIH terminates three Penn research grants, citing incompatibility with ‘agency priorities’ Jameson says Penn researchers received ‘stop work orders’ after $175 million federal funding freeze Pa. food banks are facing millions in federal funding cuts as they fear increased need 'Skinny Joey' Merlino to open cheesesteak shop in South Philadelphia 'A reckless dismantling’: EPA employees and supporters march in Philly to protest cuts Mayor Parker wants to defund a program that provides free transit passes for low-income people Federal cuts, staffing struggles, homeless services: Philly City Council probes Mayor Parker’s $6.7B budget proposal Where should the Portal go? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup. Today we’re digging into Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget proposal – including her plans to eliminate free rides for low-income Philadelphians, build thousands of housing units, and cut a tax on businesses. We also wonder why the Portal art installation keeps getting vandalized and where it should be moved to keep it safer. And we talk about two Philebrities – Will Smith, the entertainer who got a street named after him, and Skinny Joe Merlino, the former mob boss opening a cheesesteak spot. 

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]]> 1743 They're Twins, Philly Doctors, and Podcasters Debunking Health Myths https://philly.citycast.fm/ Do you ever wonder if grandma was right about drinking cranberry juice to combat a UTI? And how do you find credible health sources as federal agencies take down their online resources? For Women’s History Month, Trenae Nuri sat down with two Philly doctors – twin sisters and podcasters – who aim to bring reliable medical information to the public. Dr. Delana Wardlaw is a family medicine physician and Dr. Elana McDonald is a general pediatrician. What’s it like for these born-and-raised Philadelphians practicing medicine in the city they love?  Listen to the Twin Sister Docs Podcast here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 They're Twins, Philly Doctors, and Podcasters Debunking Health Myths full City Cast Do you ever wonder if grandma was right about drinking cranberry juice to combat a UTI? And how do you find credible health sources as federal agencies take down their online resources? For Women’s History Month, Trenae Nuri sat down with two Philly doctors – twin sisters and podcasters – who aim to bring reliable medical information to the public. Dr. Delana Wardlaw is a family medicine physician and Dr. Elana McDonald is a general pediatrician. What’s it like for these born-and-raised Philadelphians practicing medicine in the city they love?  Listen to the Twin Sister Docs Podcast here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Do you ever wonder if grandma was right about drinking cranberry juice to combat a UTI? And how do you find credible health sources as federal agencies take down their online resources? For Women’s History Month, Trenae Nuri sat down with two Philly doctors – twin sisters and podcasters – who aim to bring reliable medical information to the public. Dr. Delana Wardlaw is a family medicine physician and Dr. Elana McDonald is a general pediatrician. What’s it like for these born-and-raised Philadelphians practicing medicine in the city they love? 

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]]> 1481 Philly, Where’s My Car? Inside the Phenomenon of ‘Courtesy Towing' https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s our weekly politics episode. Did you know your car can be towed in Philly, even if it’s parked legally? “Courtesy towing” is a longtime – and uniquely Philly – practice where a car is moved without notice to an unknown location in order to accommodate construction or events. And it has left some Philadelphians wondering where the heck their car went. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Bill Bender, investigative reporter for The Inquirer, to talk courtesy towing, which he’s been digging into for years.  Has your car been “courtesy towed?” Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly, Where’s My Car? Inside the Phenomenon of ‘Courtesy Towing' full City Cast It’s our weekly politics episode. Did you know your car can be towed in Philly, even if it’s parked legally? “Courtesy towing” is a longtime – and uniquely Philly – practice where a car is moved without notice to an unknown location in order to accommodate construction or events. And it has left some Philadelphians wondering where the heck their car went. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Bill Bender, investigative reporter for The Inquirer, to talk courtesy towing, which he’s been digging into for years.  Has your car been “courtesy towed?” Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s our weekly politics episode. Did you know your car can be towed in Philly, even if it’s parked legally? “Courtesy towing” is a longtime – and uniquely Philly – practice where a car is moved without notice to an unknown location in order to accommodate construction or events. And it has left some Philadelphians wondering where the heck their car went. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Bill Bender, investigative reporter for The Inquirer, to talk courtesy towing, which he’s been digging into for years. 

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]]> 1165 Philly’s Hometown Ref Blowing The Whistle at March Madness https://philly.citycast.fm/ Natasha Camy, who grew up in West Philly, is a NCAA Division 1 women’s basketball referee who keeps things cool on the court – and leans on her Bible for support as she criss-crosses the country. She’s also a childhood friend of our host, Trenae Nuri, and so just before March Madness the two old friends sat down to talk about Natasha’s journey to the height of her profession – and her venture as the co-founder of Referee Ready Development Academy.  Any other Philly connections to March Madness? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Hometown Ref Blowing The Whistle at March Madness full City Cast Natasha Camy, who grew up in West Philly, is a NCAA Division 1 women’s basketball referee who keeps things cool on the court – and leans on her Bible for support as she criss-crosses the country. She’s also a childhood friend of our host, Trenae Nuri, and so just before March Madness the two old friends sat down to talk about Natasha’s journey to the height of her profession – and her venture as the co-founder of Referee Ready Development Academy.  Any other Philly connections to March Madness? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Natasha Camy, who grew up in West Philly, is a NCAA Division 1 women’s basketball referee who keeps things cool on the court – and leans on her Bible for support as she criss-crosses the country. She’s also a childhood friend of our host, Trenae Nuri, and so just before March Madness the two old friends sat down to talk about Natasha’s journey to the height of her profession – and her venture as the co-founder of Referee Ready Development Academy. 

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]]> 2097 Philly Brewery’s Apprenticeship Program Leads to New Jobs & New Beers https://philly.citycast.fm/ Triple Bottom Brewing on Spring Garden Street has the perfect beers (and perfect beer names) for the spring – there’s Tumbling Sun, the New Zealand Style Pilsner, and Sunny, the Zwickelbier. But what makes this brewery particularly unique is its apprenticeship program for Philadelphians who need a second chance after incarceration or periods of homelessness. The 16-week program leads to jobs – and new kinds of beer. In this conversation that first aired in December, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tess Hart, co-founder and CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing, and Chenoah McDonald, a recent graduate of the program, about building a community around beer.  Tell us how much you love beer: Leave us a text or voicemail at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 24 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Triple Bottom Brewing on Spring Garden Street has the perfect beers (and perfect beer names) for the spring – there’s Tumbling Sun, the New Zealand Style Pilsner, and Sunny, the Zwickelbier. But what makes this brewery particularly unique is its apprenticeship program for Philadelphians who need a second chance after incarceration or periods of homelessness. The 16-week program leads to jobs – and new kinds of beer. In this conversation that first aired in December, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tess Hart, co-founder and CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing, and Chenoah McDonald, a recent graduate of the program, about building a community around beer.  Tell us how much you love beer: Leave us a text or voicemail at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Triple Bottom Brewing on Spring Garden Street has the perfect beers (and perfect beer names) for the spring – there’s Tumbling Sun, the New Zealand Style Pilsner, and Sunny, the Zwickelbier. But what makes this brewery particularly unique is its apprenticeship program for Philadelphians who need a second chance after incarceration or periods of homelessness. The 16-week program leads to jobs – and new kinds of beer. In this conversation that first aired in December, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tess Hart, co-founder and CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing, and Chenoah McDonald, a recent graduate of the program, about building a community around beer. 

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]]> 1507 Calls to Close Two Philly Agencies, Looming CCP Strike & Elderly Cops on Trial https://philly.citycast.fm/ Content warning: mentions of sexual assault and sex trafficking. Welcome back to our Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about how there’s new calls to eliminate two troubled city departments – the Sheriff’s Office and Register of Wills; why Community College of Philadelphia staff and faculty might go on strike; and how three elderly retired Philly cops ended up on trial this week because of their investigation of a 1991 murder. And as always, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon will tell you what they’re up to this weekend.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly’s financial watchdog calls for abolition of Sheriff’s Office and Register of Wills Retired Philadelphia detectives go on trial in perjury case stemming from 2016 murder exoneration Dual enrollment students’ classes could be disrupted by looming community college strike in Philly 3 Northeast Philly hotels to pay $17.5M to sex trafficking victims Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Calls to Close Two Philly Agencies, Looming CCP Strike & Elderly Cops on Trial full City Cast Content warning: mentions of sexual assault and sex trafficking. Welcome back to our Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about how there’s new calls to eliminate two troubled city departments – the Sheriff’s Office and Register of Wills; why Community College of Philadelphia staff and faculty might go on strike; and how three elderly retired Philly cops ended up on trial this week because of their investigation of a 1991 murder. And as always, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon will tell you what they’re up to this weekend.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly’s financial watchdog calls for abolition of Sheriff’s Office and Register of Wills Retired Philadelphia detectives go on trial in perjury case stemming from 2016 murder exoneration Dual enrollment students’ classes could be disrupted by looming community college strike in Philly 3 Northeast Philly hotels to pay $17.5M to sex trafficking victims Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Content warning: mentions of sexual assault and sex trafficking. Welcome back to our Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about how there’s new calls to eliminate two troubled city departments – the Sheriff’s Office and Register of Wills; why Community College of Philadelphia staff and faculty might go on strike; and how three elderly retired Philly cops ended up on trial this week because of their investigation of a 1991 murder. And as always, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon will tell you what they’re up to this weekend. 

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]]> 1597 NoLibs Business Owners Fuming Over Temporary Bus Terminal https://philly.citycast.fm/ When Greyhound shuttered its 35-year-old bus station on Filbert Street in 2023, inter-city buses shifted to curbside service on the corner of Sixth and Market Streets. But that location had no bathrooms, places to sit, or shelter. So the city opened what was supposed to be a temporary location along Spring Garden Street near Front Street in Northern Liberties. But more than a year later, the temporary bus stop is still there, and business owners are fuming. They say passengers are constantly coming through their doors to use – and abuse – their bathrooms. They also have complaints about traffic safety, trash, and parking.  Thoughts on where a permanent bus terminal should go? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 NoLibs Business Owners Fuming Over Temporary Bus Terminal full City Cast When Greyhound shuttered its 35-year-old bus station on Filbert Street in 2023, inter-city buses shifted to curbside service on the corner of Sixth and Market Streets. But that location had no bathrooms, places to sit, or shelter. So the city opened what was supposed to be a temporary location along Spring Garden Street near Front Street in Northern Liberties. But more than a year later, the temporary bus stop is still there, and business owners are fuming. They say passengers are constantly coming through their doors to use – and abuse – their bathrooms. They also have complaints about traffic safety, trash, and parking.  Thoughts on where a permanent bus terminal should go? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise When Greyhound shuttered its 35-year-old bus station on Filbert Street in 2023, inter-city buses shifted to curbside service on the corner of Sixth and Market Streets. But that location had no bathrooms, places to sit, or shelter. So the city opened what was supposed to be a temporary location along Spring Garden Street near Front Street in Northern Liberties. But more than a year later, the temporary bus stop is still there, and business owners are fuming. They say passengers are constantly coming through their doors to use – and abuse – their bathrooms. They also have complaints about traffic safety, trash, and parking. 

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]]> 1065 Councilmember O’Rourke Gives the Mayor ‘Grace,’ But Opposes Her Proposed Tax Cut https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s our Wednesday politics episode. Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke is a minister and one of the two members of the Working Families Party on City Council. In a wide-ranging interview with host Trenae Nuri from his candle-lit office in City Hall, O’Rourke spoke about his opposition to Mayor Parker’s proposed tax cuts, his proposed bills to keep tenants in their rental homes, his experience as an elected member of a third party, his perspective on the Defund The Police movement, and his view on the future of Market East.   For more information on the mayor’s proposed tax cuts referenced in the show:  Philly Mayor Parker’s budget proposes city wage and business tax cuts For our interview with Councilmember Kendra Brooks, the other city councilmember in the Working Families Party:  Councilmember Brooks, Who Voted Against 76ers Arena, Leans on Her ‘Sheroes’ Who should we talk to next in our Wednesday politics episodes? Call or text us: 215-259-8170. Or email us: philly@citycast.fm. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Councilmember O’Rourke Gives the Mayor ‘Grace,’ But Opposes Her Proposed Tax Cut full City Cast It’s our Wednesday politics episode. Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke is a minister and one of the two members of the Working Families Party on City Council. In a wide-ranging interview with host Trenae Nuri from his candle-lit office in City Hall, O’Rourke spoke about his opposition to Mayor Parker’s proposed tax cuts, his proposed bills to keep tenants in their rental homes, his experience as an elected member of a third party, his perspective on the Defund The Police movement, and his view on the future of Market East.   For more information on the mayor’s proposed tax cuts referenced in the show:  Philly Mayor Parker’s budget proposes city wage and business tax cuts For our interview with Councilmember Kendra Brooks, the other city councilmember in the Working Families Party:  Councilmember Brooks, Who Voted Against 76ers Arena, Leans on Her ‘Sheroes’ Who should we talk to next in our Wednesday politics episodes? Call or text us: 215-259-8170. Or email us: philly@citycast.fm. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s our Wednesday politics episode. Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke is a minister and one of the two members of the Working Families Party on City Council. In a wide-ranging interview with host Trenae Nuri from his candle-lit office in City Hall, O’Rourke spoke about his opposition to Mayor Parker’s proposed tax cuts, his proposed bills to keep tenants in their rental homes, his experience as an elected member of a third party, his perspective on the Defund The Police movement, and his view on the future of Market East.  

For more information on the mayor’s proposed tax cuts referenced in the show: 

For our interview with Councilmember Kendra Brooks, the other city councilmember in the Working Families Party: 

Who should we talk to next in our Wednesday politics episodes? Call or text us: 215-259-8170. Or email us: philly@citycast.fm.

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]]> 2275 Best Coffee Shops in Philly for Every Situation https://philly.citycast.fm/ People often ask us, what’s a good coffee shop to work out of, eat lunch, or just meet people? Well, friends, we got you! We’re listening back to a conversation that host Trenae Nuri had at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz about some of their favorite places to get caffeinated in the city.   Coffee shops mentioned in the episode:  Mr. Rabbit Last Drop Satellite Coffee Càphê Roasters Jezabel’s Cafe Arterial Coffee iMUNCH Cafe Tela’s Market and Kitchen Rival Bros Coffee Red Hook Coffee and Tea Alif Brew and Mini Mart Elixir Coffee THANK YOU THANK YOU Persimmon Coffee OX Coffee Enswell Two Persons Coffee High Point Cafe Encanto Kicks & Coffee Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books The Monkey & The Elephant Herman’s Coffee vernick coffee bar Gleaner’s Cafe Caffé Ida What’s your favorite coffee shop? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Best Coffee Shops in Philly for Every Situation full City Cast People often ask us, what’s a good coffee shop to work out of, eat lunch, or just meet people? Well, friends, we got you! We’re listening back to a conversation that host Trenae Nuri had at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz about some of their favorite places to get caffeinated in the city.   Coffee shops mentioned in the episode:  Mr. Rabbit Last Drop Satellite Coffee Càphê Roasters Jezabel’s Cafe Arterial Coffee iMUNCH Cafe Tela’s Market and Kitchen Rival Bros Coffee Red Hook Coffee and Tea Alif Brew and Mini Mart Elixir Coffee THANK YOU THANK YOU Persimmon Coffee OX Coffee Enswell Two Persons Coffee High Point Cafe Encanto Kicks & Coffee Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books The Monkey & The Elephant Herman’s Coffee vernick coffee bar Gleaner’s Cafe Caffé Ida What’s your favorite coffee shop? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise People often ask us, what’s a good coffee shop to work out of, eat lunch, or just meet people? Well, friends, we got you! We’re listening back to a conversation that host Trenae Nuri had at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz about some of their favorite places to get caffeinated in the city.  

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]]> 1786 She Nearly Died From Alcohol. Now This Philadelphian Runs a Zero-Proof Bar. https://philly.citycast.fm/ Nikki Graziano, owner and bartender at Bar Palmina, is shaking up incredible tasting zero-proof drinks. Her bar sits under the L train in Fishtown, actually surrounded by other bars and restaurants that serve alcohol. But Nikki shares with host Trenae Nuri about the near death experience she faced which turned her life around, and how she’s working to mix up cocktail culture here in Philly.  This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 She Nearly Died From Alcohol. Now This Philadelphian Runs a Zero-Proof Bar. full City Cast Nikki Graziano, owner and bartender at Bar Palmina, is shaking up incredible tasting zero-proof drinks. Her bar sits under the L train in Fishtown, actually surrounded by other bars and restaurants that serve alcohol. But Nikki shares with host Trenae Nuri about the near death experience she faced which turned her life around, and how she’s working to mix up cocktail culture here in Philly.  This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Nikki Graziano, owner and bartender at Bar Palmina, is shaking up incredible tasting zero-proof drinks. Her bar sits under the L train in Fishtown, actually surrounded by other bars and restaurants that serve alcohol. But Nikki shares with host Trenae Nuri about the near death experience she faced which turned her life around, and how she’s working to mix up cocktail culture here in Philly. 

This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

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]]> 1259 Parker’s Budget Proposal, Feds Cut Philly Jobs & Debate Over New Monument https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget proposal, how federal cuts are impacting Philadelphians, and where former Mayor/Governor Ed Rendell wants to build a national monument in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, and Siani Colon, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A West Philly nonprofit lost a multiyear grant worth $700K to DOGE cuts U.S. Department of Education slashes staff Temple, Drexel, Swarthmore, threatened with financial penalties over anti-semitism allegations  University of Pennsylvania freezes hiring, reviews capital projects amid federal funding cuts DOGE cancels Philly apartment lease for Secret Service agents guarding Biden’s daughter  How much will Philly’s federal footprint shrink under Trump? Here’s what we know Ed Rendell wants to build a national monument in LOVE Park for the Semiquincentennial. The city said no. Have you been affected by federal cuts? Have you been laid off? Get in touch with us: https://forms.gle/tP9TsrQ86CvK2h8h9 Thoughts on today’s show? Text or call: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Parker’s Budget Proposal, Feds Cut Philly Jobs & Debate Over New Monument full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget proposal, how federal cuts are impacting Philadelphians, and where former Mayor/Governor Ed Rendell wants to build a national monument in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, and Siani Colon, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A West Philly nonprofit lost a multiyear grant worth $700K to DOGE cuts U.S. Department of Education slashes staff Temple, Drexel, Swarthmore, threatened with financial penalties over anti-semitism allegations  University of Pennsylvania freezes hiring, reviews capital projects amid federal funding cuts DOGE cancels Philly apartment lease for Secret Service agents guarding Biden’s daughter  How much will Philly’s federal footprint shrink under Trump? Here’s what we know Ed Rendell wants to build a national monument in LOVE Park for the Semiquincentennial. The city said no. Have you been affected by federal cuts? Have you been laid off? Get in touch with us: https://forms.gle/tP9TsrQ86CvK2h8h9 Thoughts on today’s show? Text or call: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget proposal, how federal cuts are impacting Philadelphians, and where former Mayor/Governor Ed Rendell wants to build a national monument in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, and Siani Colon, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

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]]> 1910 Who Makes PA's Best Potato Chips? https://philly.citycast.fm/ National Potato Chip Day is this Friday! And Pennsylvania is the potato chip capital of the world. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are joined by our friends at City Cast Pittsburgh – host Megan Harris and Hey Pittsburgh newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco. We’re digging into our state’s potato chip roots and taste-testing salty snacks from across the Commonwealth. Get a full rundown of Pennsylvania chips in our newsletter, Hey Philly What's your favorite chip? Text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Who Makes PA's Best Potato Chips? full City Cast National Potato Chip Day is this Friday! And Pennsylvania is the potato chip capital of the world. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are joined by our friends at City Cast Pittsburgh – host Megan Harris and Hey Pittsburgh newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco. We’re digging into our state’s potato chip roots and taste-testing salty snacks from across the Commonwealth. Get a full rundown of Pennsylvania chips in our newsletter, Hey Philly What's your favorite chip? Text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise National Potato Chip Day is this Friday! And Pennsylvania is the potato chip capital of the world. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are joined by our friends at City Cast Pittsburgh – host Megan Harris and Hey Pittsburgh newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco. We’re digging into our state’s potato chip roots and taste-testing salty snacks from across the Commonwealth.

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]]> 1745 Incumbent Advantage vs. Unions' Endorsement: Philly DA Race Heats Up It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with City Cast Philly politics contributor Lauren Vidas. They discuss the issues, controversies, and political storylines in the upcoming Democratic primary for Philadelphia district attorney between incumbent Larry Krasner and former judge Patrick Dugan.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us your opinions on the DA’s race: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Incumbent Advantage vs. Unions' Endorsement: Philly DA Race Heats Up full City Cast It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with City Cast Philly politics contributor Lauren Vidas. They discuss the issues, controversies, and political storylines in the upcoming Democratic primary for Philadelphia district attorney between incumbent Larry Krasner and former judge Patrick Dugan.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us your opinions on the DA’s race: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with City Cast Philly politics contributor Lauren Vidas. They discuss the issues, controversies, and political storylines in the upcoming Democratic primary for Philadelphia district attorney between incumbent Larry Krasner and former judge Patrick Dugan. 

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]]> 1342 Hollywood Does Philly: Essential Philadelphia Films https://philly.citycast.fm/ From “Deli Boys” on Hulu, “Long Bright River” on Peacock, and Kevin Hart’s “Lil Kev” coming to BET+, there’s lots of new TV series with Philly connections. But how well does Hollywood know Philly? We’re revisiting a conversation from host Trenae Nuri with Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast about essential Philly films, how actors portray fictional Philadelphians, and the ways that Hollywood depicts our city.  Films mentioned in this episode:  Creed  Trading Places Philadelphia  A Night Catches Us  The Sixth Sense Unbreakable  Rocky  Concrete Cowboys  12 Monkeys  Brotherly Love  Beloved  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 Hollywood Does Philly: Essential Philadelphia Films full City Cast From “Deli Boys” on Hulu, “Long Bright River” on Peacock, and Kevin Hart’s “Lil Kev” coming to BET+, there’s lots of new TV series with Philly connections. But how well does Hollywood know Philly? We’re revisiting a conversation from host Trenae Nuri with Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast about essential Philly films, how actors portray fictional Philadelphians, and the ways that Hollywood depicts our city.  Films mentioned in this episode:  Creed  Trading Places Philadelphia  A Night Catches Us  The Sixth Sense Unbreakable  Rocky  Concrete Cowboys  12 Monkeys  Brotherly Love  Beloved  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise From “Deli Boys” on Hulu, “Long Bright River” on Peacock, and Kevin Hart’s “Lil Kev” coming to BET+, there’s lots of new TV series with Philly connections. But how well does Hollywood know Philly? We’re revisiting a conversation from host Trenae Nuri with Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast about essential Philly films, how actors portray fictional Philadelphians, and the ways that Hollywood depicts our city. 

Films mentioned in this episode: 

  • Creed 
  • Trading Places
  • Philadelphia 
  • A Night Catches Us 
  • The Sixth Sense
  • Unbreakable 
  • Rocky 
  • Concrete Cowboys 
  • 12 Monkeys 
  • Brotherly Love 
  • Beloved 

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]]> 1927 This Philadelphian Collected Black Womb Stories https://philly.citycast.fm/ “Of Black Wombhood” is an independently-produced audio project of 10 intimate stories from Philadelphians about their wombs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tanya Latortue, lead producer of the project, about exploring more than just the anatomic characteristics of wombs like pregnancy and birthing. These stories serve as a prism into Black American history, identity, gender, sexuality and so much more.  “Of Black Wombhood” will also be a featured art exhibition at TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image beginning March 13, with a reception from 6 to 9 PM, and run through May 31. A second exhibition will open at Da Vinci Art Alliance on June 5.    Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 This Philadelphian Collected Black Womb Stories full City Cast “Of Black Wombhood” is an independently-produced audio project of 10 intimate stories from Philadelphians about their wombs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tanya Latortue, lead producer of the project, about exploring more than just the anatomic characteristics of wombs like pregnancy and birthing. These stories serve as a prism into Black American history, identity, gender, sexuality and so much more.  “Of Black Wombhood” will also be a featured art exhibition at TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image beginning March 13, with a reception from 6 to 9 PM, and run through May 31. A second exhibition will open at Da Vinci Art Alliance on June 5.    Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise “Of Black Wombhood” is an independently-produced audio project of 10 intimate stories from Philadelphians about their wombs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tanya Latortue, lead producer of the project, about exploring more than just the anatomic characteristics of wombs like pregnancy and birthing. These stories serve as a prism into Black American history, identity, gender, sexuality and so much more. 

“Of Black Wombhood” will also be a featured art exhibition at TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image beginning March 13, with a reception from 6 to 9 PM, and run through May 31. A second exhibition will open at Da Vinci Art Alliance on June 5.   

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]]> 1489 Philly Court Shuffle, Sixers’ Sour Season & Portal’s Lost Signal https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about safety concerns in Philly courts, what to make of this 76ers season, Howie Roseman’s eyebrow-raising comment, and how the Portal in Love Park lost its signal. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer Matt Katz and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly probation check-ins go virtual, urine tests suspended, as Sheriff’s Office grapples with deputy shortage ‘Worse than ever’: Could Philly judges remove Sheriff Rochelle Bilal from office? Suspects wanted for stealing copper wire from Philadelphia's livestream ‘Portal' Sixers rule out Joel Embiid for remainder of season Learjet 55 Medevac Crash Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 07 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Philly Court Shuffle, Sixers’ Sour Season & Portal’s Lost Signal full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about safety concerns in Philly courts, what to make of this 76ers season, Howie Roseman’s eyebrow-raising comment, and how the Portal in Love Park lost its signal. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer Matt Katz and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly probation check-ins go virtual, urine tests suspended, as Sheriff’s Office grapples with deputy shortage ‘Worse than ever’: Could Philly judges remove Sheriff Rochelle Bilal from office? Suspects wanted for stealing copper wire from Philadelphia's livestream ‘Portal' Sixers rule out Joel Embiid for remainder of season Learjet 55 Medevac Crash Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about safety concerns in Philly courts, what to make of this 76ers season, Howie Roseman’s eyebrow-raising comment, and how the Portal in Love Park lost its signal. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer Matt Katz and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer. 

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]]> 1693 Will PA Ever Get a National Park? https://philly.citycast.fm/ There are no national parks in Pennsylvania. While there are tons of beautiful scenic destinations like Lake Erie and the Appalachian ridgeline, there are no parks with the coveted “national park” status. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kyle Bagenstose, a freelance journalist here in the city, about his efforts to get a national park in the Commonwealth.  Read Kyle’s full story in Philadelphia Magazine, here.   Listen back to our best day hikes near Philly.   Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment about parks or public space in Philly? Send us a voicemail or text: 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Will PA Ever Get a National Park? full City Cast There are no national parks in Pennsylvania. While there are tons of beautiful scenic destinations like Lake Erie and the Appalachian ridgeline, there are no parks with the coveted “national park” status. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kyle Bagenstose, a freelance journalist here in the city, about his efforts to get a national park in the Commonwealth.  Read Kyle’s full story in Philadelphia Magazine, here.   Listen back to our best day hikes near Philly.   Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment about parks or public space in Philly? Send us a voicemail or text: 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There are no national parks in Pennsylvania. While there are tons of beautiful scenic destinations like Lake Erie and the Appalachian ridgeline, there are no parks with the coveted “national park” status. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kyle Bagenstose, a freelance journalist here in the city, about his efforts to get a national park in the Commonwealth. 

Read Kyle’s full story in Philadelphia Magazine, here.  

Listen back to our best day hikes near Philly.  

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]]> 1002 Councilmember Gilmore Richardson on Taxes, Tangled Titles & 'Fighting' Trump https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember At-Large Katherine Gilmore Richardson in her office at City Hall. They discuss possible tax cuts, how “tangled titles” result in people getting kicked out their loved ones’ homes, and why Democrats can’t be “scared” to “fight” Trump.  Have a comment about Philly politics? Leave us a text or voicemail: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Councilmember Gilmore Richardson on Taxes, Tangled Titles & 'Fighting' Trump full City Cast It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember At-Large Katherine Gilmore Richardson in her office at City Hall. They discuss possible tax cuts, how “tangled titles” result in people getting kicked out their loved ones’ homes, and why Democrats can’t be “scared” to “fight” Trump.  Have a comment about Philly politics? Leave us a text or voicemail: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember At-Large Katherine Gilmore Richardson in her office at City Hall. They discuss possible tax cuts, how “tangled titles” result in people getting kicked out their loved ones’ homes, and why Democrats can’t be “scared” to “fight” Trump. 

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]]> 1725 Philly’s 76 Essential Restaurants https://philly.citycast.fm/ In this episode, host Trenae Nuri dives into The Philadelphia Inquirer's first annual list of the 76 essential places to eat in Philly. We’re listening back to her conversation with the two editors behind the list, Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan, about the process of curating this ultimate foodie guide and what makes these restaurants so special to Philly.  Doro Bet Villa di Roma Scannicchio’s Parc Barclay Prime  Alpen Rose Borromini Suraya Kalaya Saad’s Zeppoli Li Beirut Fond Gabriella’s Vietnam Friday Saturday Sunday Little Water Dinner House John’s Roast Pork Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Philly’s 76 Essential Restaurants full City Cast In this episode, host Trenae Nuri dives into The Philadelphia Inquirer's first annual list of the 76 essential places to eat in Philly. We’re listening back to her conversation with the two editors behind the list, Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan, about the process of curating this ultimate foodie guide and what makes these restaurants so special to Philly.  Doro Bet Villa di Roma Scannicchio’s Parc Barclay Prime  Alpen Rose Borromini Suraya Kalaya Saad’s Zeppoli Li Beirut Fond Gabriella’s Vietnam Friday Saturday Sunday Little Water Dinner House John’s Roast Pork Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly In this episode, host Trenae Nuri dives into The Philadelphia Inquirer's first annual list of the 76 essential places to eat in Philly. We’re listening back to her conversation with the two editors behind the list, Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan, about the process of curating this ultimate foodie guide and what makes these restaurants so special to Philly. 

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]]> 1579 After 26 Years Locked Up for Murder, Innocent Man is Freed and ‘Grateful’ https://philly.citycast.fm/ At 19 years old, Tyree Wallace was sentenced to life in prison for the 1997 killing of a Point Breeze deli owner. Ever since, he argued that he was innocent. Finally in November – with help from lawyer/musician David Perry, who wrote a song declaring Tyree’s innocence – Wallace was released from prison. We spoke to Wallace, who is now CEO of the nonprofit Systemic Reformative Change, and David Perry, from the law firm Blank Rome and the band Athensville, 70 days after Wallace was released.  For more on Tyree’s case, check out these news stories:  Tyree Wallace is home. What did it cost him — and us? He was in prison 26 years for a murder he says he didn't commit. Now he is free Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000 After 26 Years Locked Up for Murder, Innocent Man is Freed and ‘Grateful’ full City Cast At 19 years old, Tyree Wallace was sentenced to life in prison for the 1997 killing of a Point Breeze deli owner. Ever since, he argued that he was innocent. Finally in November – with help from lawyer/musician David Perry, who wrote a song declaring Tyree’s innocence – Wallace was released from prison. We spoke to Wallace, who is now CEO of the nonprofit Systemic Reformative Change, and David Perry, from the law firm Blank Rome and the band Athensville, 70 days after Wallace was released.  For more on Tyree’s case, check out these news stories:  Tyree Wallace is home. What did it cost him — and us? He was in prison 26 years for a murder he says he didn't commit. Now he is free Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. At 19 years old, Tyree Wallace was sentenced to life in prison for the 1997 killing of a Point Breeze deli owner. Ever since, he argued that he was innocent. Finally in November – with help from lawyer/musician David Perry, who wrote a song declaring Tyree’s innocence – Wallace was released from prison. We spoke to Wallace, who is now CEO of the nonprofit Systemic Reformative Change, and David Perry, from the law firm Blank Rome and the band Athensville, 70 days after Wallace was released. 

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]]> 2277 Kensington’s Progress Report, Lawmakers Criticize Penn’s DEI Backtrack & Bike Law Reactions https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about new data coming out of Kensington as Mayor Cherelle Parker continues her efforts to curb crime and drug use in the area. Also, lawmakers are commenting on the University of Pennsylvania’s response to the Trump administration’s orders on DEI, and federal funding is back for some PA programs that were frozen. Plus, City Cast Philly listeners had some opinions on our two-part bike series that aired this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Kensington Community Revival ‘Cowardice’: Pa. lawmakers express disappointment with Penn’s DEI response at meeting with admin. Shapiro says federal funding for Pa. cut off by Trump administration is unfrozen Trump to invite Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles to the White House after 2018 snub Does the New Bike Lane Law Make Us Safer? Is the New Bike Lane Law Unfair to Center City Residents? Philly Stat 360 Hub Listen to both the episodes on the new bike laws with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and the Center City Residents’ Association. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Kensington’s Progress Report, Lawmakers Criticize Penn’s DEI Backtrack & Bike Law Reactions full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about new data coming out of Kensington as Mayor Cherelle Parker continues her efforts to curb crime and drug use in the area. Also, lawmakers are commenting on the University of Pennsylvania’s response to the Trump administration’s orders on DEI, and federal funding is back for some PA programs that were frozen. Plus, City Cast Philly listeners had some opinions on our two-part bike series that aired this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Kensington Community Revival ‘Cowardice’: Pa. lawmakers express disappointment with Penn’s DEI response at meeting with admin. Shapiro says federal funding for Pa. cut off by Trump administration is unfrozen Trump to invite Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles to the White House after 2018 snub Does the New Bike Lane Law Make Us Safer? Is the New Bike Lane Law Unfair to Center City Residents? Philly Stat 360 Hub Listen to both the episodes on the new bike laws with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and the Center City Residents’ Association. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about new data coming out of Kensington as Mayor Cherelle Parker continues her efforts to curb crime and drug use in the area. Also, lawmakers are commenting on the University of Pennsylvania’s response to the Trump administration’s orders on DEI, and federal funding is back for some PA programs that were frozen. Plus, City Cast Philly listeners had some opinions on our two-part bike series that aired this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Listen to both the episodes on the new bike laws with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and the Center City Residents’ Association.

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]]> 1737 Your Guide to March 2025 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ March is jam-packed with events across town, from the Philadelphia Flower Show to the Philly Beer Fest to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In this episode, you’ll hear Matt’s recommendation for a private pizza-and-hoagie tasting experience at the Hoagie Room at Pizzeria Beddia, Abby’s interest in learning about healing plants at the Indigenous Phytotherapy series at Bartram’s Garden, and Trenae’s plan to visit the reopened National Marian Anderson Museum. And if you’re craving new food options, you’ll love our list of restaurants opening this month and Siani’s picks for community cooking classes in the city.  For even more tips on how to make the most of March in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find info here. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to March 2025 in Philly full City Cast March is jam-packed with events across town, from the Philadelphia Flower Show to the Philly Beer Fest to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In this episode, you’ll hear Matt’s recommendation for a private pizza-and-hoagie tasting experience at the Hoagie Room at Pizzeria Beddia, Abby’s interest in learning about healing plants at the Indigenous Phytotherapy series at Bartram’s Garden, and Trenae’s plan to visit the reopened National Marian Anderson Museum. And if you’re craving new food options, you’ll love our list of restaurants opening this month and Siani’s picks for community cooking classes in the city.  For even more tips on how to make the most of March in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find info here. March is jam-packed with events across town, from the Philadelphia Flower Show to the Philly Beer Fest to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. In this episode, you’ll hear Matt’s recommendation for a private pizza-and-hoagie tasting experience at the Hoagie Room at Pizzeria Beddia, Abby’s interest in learning about healing plants at the Indigenous Phytotherapy series at Bartram’s Garden, and Trenae’s plan to visit the reopened National Marian Anderson Museum. And if you’re craving new food options, you’ll love our list of restaurants opening this month and Siani’s picks for community cooking classes in the city. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of March in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

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]]> 1995 How Does This Philly Choir Keep Winning Grammys? https://philly.citycast.fm/ And the Grammy goes to…The Crossing! This Philly-based choir was just awarded the Grammy for Best Choral Performance for their album “Ochre.” The Crossing is a professional chamber choir that has now won four Grammy Awards after being nominated nine consecutive times. They might just be the most successful Philly musicians you didn’t know about. Last year, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Donald Nally, conductor, Nate Barnett, tenor, and Chelsea Lyons, alto and the group’s community engagement manager back when they were nominated for the Grammy to talk about their soulful sound and the secret to winning big in the music industry. This episode originally aired on December 4th, 2024.  Call us and sing us a song: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 How Does This Philly Choir Keep Winning Grammys? full City Cast And the Grammy goes to…The Crossing! This Philly-based choir was just awarded the Grammy for Best Choral Performance for their album “Ochre.” The Crossing is a professional chamber choir that has now won four Grammy Awards after being nominated nine consecutive times. They might just be the most successful Philly musicians you didn’t know about. Last year, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Donald Nally, conductor, Nate Barnett, tenor, and Chelsea Lyons, alto and the group’s community engagement manager back when they were nominated for the Grammy to talk about their soulful sound and the secret to winning big in the music industry. This episode originally aired on December 4th, 2024.  Call us and sing us a song: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise And the Grammy goes to…The Crossing! This Philly-based choir was just awarded the Grammy for Best Choral Performance for their album “Ochre.” The Crossing is a professional chamber choir that has now won four Grammy Awards after being nominated nine consecutive times. They might just be the most successful Philly musicians you didn’t know about. Last year, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Donald Nally, conductor, Nate Barnett, tenor, and Chelsea Lyons, alto and the group’s community engagement manager back when they were nominated for the Grammy to talk about their soulful sound and the secret to winning big in the music industry.

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]]> 1503 Is the New Bike Lane Law Unfair to Center City Residents? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Second of two parts: Bike lanes are a contentious issue in the city, especially on Pine and Spruce Streets, the busiest in the city for cyclists. Mayor Cherelle Parker recently signed a law completely banning any vehicle from stopping in a bike lane. Cyclists say this keeps them safe, so they don't have to swerve into traffic to avoid parked cars. But some Center City residents say it's absurd to prevent them from easily accessing their homes. In the second of a two-part conversation, host Trenae Nuri talks with Leo Levinson, president of the Center City Residents’ Association, about this change in Philly’s traffic policy. Listen to yesterday's Feb. 24 episode for a different perspective from the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. Have a question or comment about bike lanes or cycling in the city? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Is the New Bike Lane Law Unfair to Center City Residents? full City Cast Second of two parts: Bike lanes are a contentious issue in the city, especially on Pine and Spruce Streets, the busiest in the city for cyclists. Mayor Cherelle Parker recently signed a law completely banning any vehicle from stopping in a bike lane. Cyclists say this keeps them safe, so they don't have to swerve into traffic to avoid parked cars. But some Center City residents say it's absurd to prevent them from easily accessing their homes. In the second of a two-part conversation, host Trenae Nuri talks with Leo Levinson, president of the Center City Residents’ Association, about this change in Philly’s traffic policy. Listen to yesterday's Feb. 24 episode for a different perspective from the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. Have a question or comment about bike lanes or cycling in the city? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Second of two parts: Bike lanes are a contentious issue in the city, especially on Pine and Spruce Streets, the busiest in the city for cyclists. Mayor Cherelle Parker recently signed a law completely banning any vehicle from stopping in a bike lane. Cyclists say this keeps them safe, so they don't have to swerve into traffic to avoid parked cars. But some Center City residents say it's absurd to prevent them from easily accessing their homes. In the second of a two-part conversation, host Trenae Nuri talks with Leo Levinson, president of the Center City Residents’ Association, about this change in Philly’s traffic policy. Listen to yesterday's Feb. 24 episode for a different perspective from the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.

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]]> 1262 Does the New Bike Lane Law Make Us Safer? https://philly.citycast.fm/ First of two parts: Bike lanes are a contentious issue in the city, especially on Pine and Spruce Streets, the busiest in the city for cyclists. Mayor Cherelle Parker recently signed a law completely banning any vehicle from stopping in a bike lane. Cyclists say this keeps them safe, so they don't have to swerve into traffic to avoid parked cars. But some Center City residents say it's absurd to prevent them from easily accessing their homes. In the first of a two-part conversation, host Trenae Nuri talks with Nicole Brunet, policy director of Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, about this change in Philly’s traffic policy. Stay tuned to tomorrow's Feb. 25 episode for the perspective of a Center City resident. Have a question or comment about bike lanes or cycling in the city? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Does the New Bike Lane Law Make Us Safer? full City Cast First of two parts: Bike lanes are a contentious issue in the city, especially on Pine and Spruce Streets, the busiest in the city for cyclists. Mayor Cherelle Parker recently signed a law completely banning any vehicle from stopping in a bike lane. Cyclists say this keeps them safe, so they don't have to swerve into traffic to avoid parked cars. But some Center City residents say it's absurd to prevent them from easily accessing their homes. In the first of a two-part conversation, host Trenae Nuri talks with Nicole Brunet, policy director of Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, about this change in Philly’s traffic policy. Stay tuned to tomorrow's Feb. 25 episode for the perspective of a Center City resident. Have a question or comment about bike lanes or cycling in the city? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. First of two parts: Bike lanes are a contentious issue in the city, especially on Pine and Spruce Streets, the busiest in the city for cyclists. Mayor Cherelle Parker recently signed a law completely banning any vehicle from stopping in a bike lane. Cyclists say this keeps them safe, so they don't have to swerve into traffic to avoid parked cars. But some Center City residents say it's absurd to prevent them from easily accessing their homes. In the first of a two-part conversation, host Trenae Nuri talks with Nicole Brunet, policy director of Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, about this change in Philly’s traffic policy. Stay tuned to tomorrow's Feb. 25 episode for the perspective of a Center City resident.

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]]> 1538 DEI Rollbacks, DA Race Kicks Off & Farewell SS United States https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about DEI rollbacks happening at local universities, Philly’s District Attorney race is officially on with two Democratic contenders, and the final voyage for the SS United States. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Independence park and local FAA office caught in federal firing spree U.S. Department of Education Directs Schools to End Racial Preferences Temple reviewing DEI policies following nationwide letter from Department of Education Penn strips central DEI website as ‘review’ of programs begins Philly DA Larry Krasner believes his campaign can be the beginning of the end for the Trump administration New York coalition beg Trump to save SS United States With more than $40 million spent, the SS United States has finally left Philadelphia after almost 30 years  IDEAL hosts Black at Temple town hall with diversity under attack Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 DEI Rollbacks, DA Race Kicks Off & Farewell SS United States full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about DEI rollbacks happening at local universities, Philly’s District Attorney race is officially on with two Democratic contenders, and the final voyage for the SS United States. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Independence park and local FAA office caught in federal firing spree U.S. Department of Education Directs Schools to End Racial Preferences Temple reviewing DEI policies following nationwide letter from Department of Education Penn strips central DEI website as ‘review’ of programs begins Philly DA Larry Krasner believes his campaign can be the beginning of the end for the Trump administration New York coalition beg Trump to save SS United States With more than $40 million spent, the SS United States has finally left Philadelphia after almost 30 years  IDEAL hosts Black at Temple town hall with diversity under attack Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about DEI rollbacks happening at local universities, Philly’s District Attorney race is officially on with two Democratic contenders, and the final voyage for the SS United States. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon. 

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]]> 1888 Learn to Cook (and Make a Friend) at This Free Class https://philly.citycast.fm/ The nonprofit Vetri Community Partnership is on a mission to teach Philadelphians how to cook healthy meals. So every other Tuesday, VCP offers free community cooking classes where participants not only cook but also eat a family-style meal together. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Maddy Booth, CEO of Vetri Community Partnership, to talk about why these classes both combat loneliness and make Philly healthier.  Sign up for a community cooking class here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Learn to Cook (and Make a Friend) at This Free Class full City Cast The nonprofit Vetri Community Partnership is on a mission to teach Philadelphians how to cook healthy meals. So every other Tuesday, VCP offers free community cooking classes where participants not only cook but also eat a family-style meal together. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Maddy Booth, CEO of Vetri Community Partnership, to talk about why these classes both combat loneliness and make Philly healthier.  Sign up for a community cooking class here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise The nonprofit Vetri Community Partnership is on a mission to teach Philadelphians how to cook healthy meals. So every other Tuesday, VCP offers free community cooking classes where participants not only cook but also eat a family-style meal together. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Maddy Booth, CEO of Vetri Community Partnership, to talk about why these classes both combat loneliness and make Philly healthier. 

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]]> 796 Councilmember Brooks, Who Voted Against 76ers Arena, Leans on Her ‘Sheroes’ https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s Wednesday, and that means we’re talking politics (and policy). Host Trenae Nuri sits down with City Councilmember Kendra Brooks of the Working Families Party in her office at City Hall. They talk about why Brooks voted against the Sixers arena proposal in Market East, the POWER (Protect Our Workers, Enforce Rights) Act that she introduced to try to strengthen protections for workers, and other issues she’s focused on as part of the political minority on City Council.  Thoughts on city politics? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Wed, 19 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Councilmember Brooks, Who Voted Against 76ers Arena, Leans on Her ‘Sheroes’ full City Cast It’s Wednesday, and that means we’re talking politics (and policy). Host Trenae Nuri sits down with City Councilmember Kendra Brooks of the Working Families Party in her office at City Hall. They talk about why Brooks voted against the Sixers arena proposal in Market East, the POWER (Protect Our Workers, Enforce Rights) Act that she introduced to try to strengthen protections for workers, and other issues she’s focused on as part of the political minority on City Council.  Thoughts on city politics? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here It’s Wednesday, and that means we’re talking politics (and policy). Host Trenae Nuri sits down with City Councilmember Kendra Brooks of the Working Families Party in her office at City Hall. They talk about why Brooks voted against the Sixers arena proposal in Market East, the POWER (Protect Our Workers, Enforce Rights) Act that she introduced to try to strengthen protections for workers, and other issues she’s focused on as part of the political minority on City Council. 

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]]> 1373 Why You Keep Seeing Lawyers All Over Philly Billboards https://philly.citycast.fm/ You’ve seen the billboards – dozens and dozens of billboards – for Top Dog, Pond Lehocky, Morgan & Morgan, etc. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom McGrath, contributing writer at Philly Mag, about why our highways (and buses) are covered in billboards for personal injury lawyers and what that says about Philly, lawyers, insurance, and society as a whole.   Read Tom’s full story here: https://www.phillymag.com/news/2025/02/01/personal-injury-lawyer-billboards/  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Why You Keep Seeing Lawyers All Over Philly Billboards full City Cast You’ve seen the billboards – dozens and dozens of billboards – for Top Dog, Pond Lehocky, Morgan & Morgan, etc. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom McGrath, contributing writer at Philly Mag, about why our highways (and buses) are covered in billboards for personal injury lawyers and what that says about Philly, lawyers, insurance, and society as a whole.   Read Tom’s full story here: https://www.phillymag.com/news/2025/02/01/personal-injury-lawyer-billboards/  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here You’ve seen the billboards – dozens and dozens of billboards – for Top Dog, Pond Lehocky, Morgan & Morgan, etc. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom McGrath, contributing writer at Philly Mag, about why our highways (and buses) are covered in billboards for personal injury lawyers and what that says about Philly, lawyers, insurance, and society as a whole.  

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]]> 1295 Eagles Parade! That’s All That Matters! https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl parade and our favorite players on this beloved team, plus the midweek snow storm, Mayor Parker’s housing plan for the city, and Governor Shapiro's suit against President Trump. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Going to the parade? We've got all the details on our City Cast Philly homepage, here. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Everything You Need To Know About Friday’s Super Bowl Parade ‘Housing, housing, housing:’ Mayor Cherelle Parker lays out her agenda for year two of her administration Eagles’ A.J. Brown Says ‘Don’t Be Afraid to Seek Help’ After Experience With Suicidal Thoughts Gov. Josh Shapiro sues Trump administration over federal funding freeze, alleging Pennsylvania hasn’t received $2 billion Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Eagles Parade! That’s All That Matters! full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl parade and our favorite players on this beloved team, plus the midweek snow storm, Mayor Parker’s housing plan for the city, and Governor Shapiro's suit against President Trump. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Going to the parade? We've got all the details on our City Cast Philly homepage, here. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Everything You Need To Know About Friday’s Super Bowl Parade ‘Housing, housing, housing:’ Mayor Cherelle Parker lays out her agenda for year two of her administration Eagles’ A.J. Brown Says ‘Don’t Be Afraid to Seek Help’ After Experience With Suicidal Thoughts Gov. Josh Shapiro sues Trump administration over federal funding freeze, alleging Pennsylvania hasn’t received $2 billion Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl parade and our favorite players on this beloved team, plus the midweek snow storm, Mayor Parker’s housing plan for the city, and Governor Shapiro's suit against President Trump. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer. 

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]]> 1773 Dogs & Their Poop Are Everywhere. We Have Complaints! https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re getting ready for the big Eagles parade tomorrow (check out Hey Philly for the latest logistics on that) so we’re re-airing an episode from late last year about dogs. Because: What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? And what’s up with the dogs in CVS? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her recent article How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control? They discuss Philly’s dog culture, why dogs are in our stores, and how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live harmoniously in Philly.  Do you have some thoughts on the dogs? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Thu, 13 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Dogs & Their Poop Are Everywhere. We Have Complaints! full City Cast We’re getting ready for the big Eagles parade tomorrow (check out Hey Philly for the latest logistics on that) so we’re re-airing an episode from late last year about dogs. Because: What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? And what’s up with the dogs in CVS? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her recent article How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control? They discuss Philly’s dog culture, why dogs are in our stores, and how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live harmoniously in Philly.  Do you have some thoughts on the dogs? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here We’re getting ready for the big Eagles parade tomorrow (check out Hey Philly for the latest logistics on that) so we’re re-airing an episode from late last year about dogs. Because: What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? And what’s up with the dogs in CVS? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her recent article How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control? They discuss Philly’s dog culture, why dogs are in our stores, and how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live harmoniously in Philly. 

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]]> 1651 South Philly State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler on Motherhood & Democrats' Future https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri catches up with State Representative Elizabeth Fiedler, who represents South Philly, about her work-life balance (she’s a mother of two who’s now expecting twins) and the issues she’s focused on in Harrisburg. Fiedler is one of just a few elected officials in the country who’s a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, and she has some thoughts on the future of the Democratic Party.   Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 South Philly State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler on Motherhood & Democrats' Future full City Cast It’s the Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri catches up with State Representative Elizabeth Fiedler, who represents South Philly, about her work-life balance (she’s a mother of two who’s now expecting twins) and the issues she’s focused on in Harrisburg. Fiedler is one of just a few elected officials in the country who’s a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, and she has some thoughts on the future of the Democratic Party.   Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here It’s the Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri catches up with State Representative Elizabeth Fiedler, who represents South Philly, about her work-life balance (she’s a mother of two who’s now expecting twins) and the issues she’s focused on in Harrisburg. Fiedler is one of just a few elected officials in the country who’s a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, and she has some thoughts on the future of the Democratic Party.  

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]]> 1831 200 Couples (and Counting!) Found Love at Philly's Oldest Bar https://philly.citycast.fm/ McGillin's Olde Ale House, nestled down an alleyway in Center City, is Philly’s oldest — and Cupid’s favorite — bar. Sure there’s tons of beer options, but what sets this pub apart is the “Love Letters Book.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the hundreds of couples listed in the book who met here. You’ll also hear meet-cute stories from three of those couples. Happy Valentine’s Day, Philly! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 200 Couples (and Counting!) Found Love at Philly's Oldest Bar full City Cast McGillin's Olde Ale House, nestled down an alleyway in Center City, is Philly’s oldest — and Cupid’s favorite — bar. Sure there’s tons of beer options, but what sets this pub apart is the “Love Letters Book.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the hundreds of couples listed in the book who met here. You’ll also hear meet-cute stories from three of those couples. Happy Valentine’s Day, Philly! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here McGillin's Olde Ale House, nestled down an alleyway in Center City, is Philly’s oldest — and Cupid’s favorite — bar. Sure there’s tons of beer options, but what sets this pub apart is the “Love Letters Book.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the hundreds of couples listed in the book who met here. You’ll also hear meet-cute stories from three of those couples. Happy Valentine’s Day, Philly!

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]]> 1332 Eagles Whoop Chiefs in Super Bowl & Philly Fans Turn Up! https://philly.citycast.fm/ We won the Super Bowl, y'all! Come celebrate with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and a few hard-core fans as we recap the Eagles' 40-22 victory over the Chiefs and relish the positive vibes in the City of Brotherly Love. Want to tell us what you love most about our Eagles? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Go Birds! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Eagles Whoop Chiefs in Super Bowl & Philly Fans Turn Up! full City Cast We won the Super Bowl, y'all! Come celebrate with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and a few hard-core fans as we recap the Eagles' 40-22 victory over the Chiefs and relish the positive vibes in the City of Brotherly Love. Want to tell us what you love most about our Eagles? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Go Birds! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here We won the Super Bowl, y'all! Come celebrate with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and a few hard-core fans as we recap the Eagles' 40-22 victory over the Chiefs and relish the positive vibes in the City of Brotherly Love.

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]]> 987 Plane Crash's Impact on Kids, Shapiro's Budget & Preserving Your E-A-G-L-E-S Voice https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the latest from the deadly plane crash in Northeast Philly last week, how kids are affected, and Mayor Cherelle Parker’s message of the city’s unity and resilience. The Parker administration has established One Philly Fund to provide financial support to victims of disasters in the January 31st plane crash. Also: Governor Josh Shapiro gave his budget address this week and the team prepares for Super Bowl LIX with dance moves and tricks to preserve your voice. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘We are a resilient city’: Mayor Parker and other city officials stress unity and aid during town hall on deadly plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia Residents, businesses near medical jet crash site may return in coming days as NTSB, forensics investigators relocate City identifies man who died in his car in Northeast Philadelphia in Friday's medical transport jet crash Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes $51.5 billion budget with major investments in health care and education Pennsylvania governor proposes over $200 million more for Philly schools SEPTA would get $165 million in Josh Shapiro’s state budget proposal, staving off service cuts City of Philadelphia Details Preparations for NFC Championship Game on Sunday  A Bandwagoner’s Guide to the 2024 Eagles Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Go Birds! Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Plane Crash's Impact on Kids, Shapiro's Budget & Preserving Your E-A-G-L-E-S Voice full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the latest from the deadly plane crash in Northeast Philly last week, how kids are affected, and Mayor Cherelle Parker’s message of the city’s unity and resilience. The Parker administration has established One Philly Fund to provide financial support to victims of disasters in the January 31st plane crash. Also: Governor Josh Shapiro gave his budget address this week and the team prepares for Super Bowl LIX with dance moves and tricks to preserve your voice. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘We are a resilient city’: Mayor Parker and other city officials stress unity and aid during town hall on deadly plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia Residents, businesses near medical jet crash site may return in coming days as NTSB, forensics investigators relocate City identifies man who died in his car in Northeast Philadelphia in Friday's medical transport jet crash Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes $51.5 billion budget with major investments in health care and education Pennsylvania governor proposes over $200 million more for Philly schools SEPTA would get $165 million in Josh Shapiro’s state budget proposal, staving off service cuts City of Philadelphia Details Preparations for NFC Championship Game on Sunday  A Bandwagoner’s Guide to the 2024 Eagles Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Go Birds! It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the latest from the deadly plane crash in Northeast Philly last week, how kids are affected, and Mayor Cherelle Parker’s message of the city’s unity and resilience. The Parker administration has established One Philly Fund to provide financial support to victims of disasters in the January 31st plane crash. Also: Governor Josh Shapiro gave his budget address this week and the team prepares for Super Bowl LIX with dance moves and tricks to preserve your voice. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds.

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]]> 1419 Big Winners from Philly's First Food Awards Party https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re at Live! Casino in South Philly for The Tasties, Philly’s first food awards ceremony hosted by the Delicious City Philly podcast. Philly chefs, restaurants, and all the people that make the food industry so special got a chance to win a coveted golden pig trophy. Host Trenae Nuri talked with some of the winners and sampled some of the city’s best food and drinks with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.   WINNERS OF THE TASTIES  Hero of Hospitality Award: Mayor Cherelle Parker Best Emotional Support Sandwich: Bronco Cutlet at Farina Di Vita Cocktails: Friday Saturday Sunday  Hospitality: Vernick Food & Drink  Best Late-Night Joint: Messina Social Club  Next Level Neighborhood Spot: Royal Tavern  Standout Baker or Pastry Chef: Chris Dipiazza   Best Pop-Up or Supper Club: Habibi  Breakout Chef: Melissa McGrath Dish Wizard: Elvin of Provenance Icon: Zahav  Most Crave-Worthy Pizza Joint: Char   Best New Restaurant: Illata  Jim Burke Award For Culinary Excellence for Chef of the Year: Dionicio Jiménez   Restaurant of the Year: Kayala  Listen back to our chat with Chef Eli Kulp, co-host of Delicious City Philly, about how this idea came to life. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Go Birds! Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Big Winners from Philly's First Food Awards Party full City Cast We’re at Live! Casino in South Philly for The Tasties, Philly’s first food awards ceremony hosted by the Delicious City Philly podcast. Philly chefs, restaurants, and all the people that make the food industry so special got a chance to win a coveted golden pig trophy. Host Trenae Nuri talked with some of the winners and sampled some of the city’s best food and drinks with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.   WINNERS OF THE TASTIES  Hero of Hospitality Award: Mayor Cherelle Parker Best Emotional Support Sandwich: Bronco Cutlet at Farina Di Vita Cocktails: Friday Saturday Sunday  Hospitality: Vernick Food & Drink  Best Late-Night Joint: Messina Social Club  Next Level Neighborhood Spot: Royal Tavern  Standout Baker or Pastry Chef: Chris Dipiazza   Best Pop-Up or Supper Club: Habibi  Breakout Chef: Melissa McGrath Dish Wizard: Elvin of Provenance Icon: Zahav  Most Crave-Worthy Pizza Joint: Char   Best New Restaurant: Illata  Jim Burke Award For Culinary Excellence for Chef of the Year: Dionicio Jiménez   Restaurant of the Year: Kayala  Listen back to our chat with Chef Eli Kulp, co-host of Delicious City Philly, about how this idea came to life. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Go Birds! We’re at Live! Casino in South Philly for The Tasties, Philly’s first food awards ceremony hosted by the Delicious City Philly podcast. Philly chefs, restaurants, and all the people that make the food industry so special got a chance to win a coveted golden pig trophy. Host Trenae Nuri talked with some of the winners and sampled some of the city’s best food and drinks with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.  

WINNERS OF THE TASTIES 

Hero of Hospitality Award: Mayor Cherelle Parker

Best Emotional Support Sandwich: Bronco Cutlet at Farina Di Vita

Cocktails: Friday Saturday Sunday 

Hospitality: Vernick Food & Drink 

Best Late-Night Joint: Messina Social Club 

Next Level Neighborhood Spot: Royal Tavern 

Standout Baker or Pastry Chef: Chris Dipiazza  

Best Pop-Up or Supper Club: Habibi 

Breakout Chef: Melissa McGrath

Dish Wizard: Elvin of Provenance

Icon: Zahav 

Most Crave-Worthy Pizza Joint: Char  

Best New Restaurant: Illata 

Jim Burke Award For Culinary Excellence for Chef of the Year: Dionicio Jiménez  

Restaurant of the Year: Kayala 

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]]> 1236 Kiss His Butt or Call Him a Punk? Local Dems' Trump Dilemma https://philly.citycast.fm/ We are less than a month into the second Donald Trump presidential term, but it’s been impactful and chaotic. So how are local Democrats – Senator John Fetterman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Governor Josh Shapiro – handling Trump 2.0? Because while Republicans completely control the federal government, in Philly the Democrats are completely in charge. So Trenae Nuri asks political scientist, Brian Rosenwald, to look at the different ways that Fetterman, Parker, and Shapiro are dealing with Trump. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Wed, 05 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Kiss His Butt or Call Him a Punk? Local Dems' Trump Dilemma full City Cast We are less than a month into the second Donald Trump presidential term, but it’s been impactful and chaotic. So how are local Democrats – Senator John Fetterman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Governor Josh Shapiro – handling Trump 2.0? Because while Republicans completely control the federal government, in Philly the Democrats are completely in charge. So Trenae Nuri asks political scientist, Brian Rosenwald, to look at the different ways that Fetterman, Parker, and Shapiro are dealing with Trump. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here We are less than a month into the second Donald Trump presidential term, but it’s been impactful and chaotic. So how are local Democrats – Senator John Fetterman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Governor Josh Shapiro – handling Trump 2.0? Because while Republicans completely control the federal government, in Philly the Democrats are completely in charge. So Trenae Nuri asks political scientist, Brian Rosenwald, to look at the different ways that Fetterman, Parker, and Shapiro are dealing with Trump.

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]]> 1334 Eagles Superstitions, Preparations & Hype for Super Bowl LIX https://philly.citycast.fm/ As the city gears up for Super Bowl LIX, host Trenae Nuri talks about superstitions, the biggest storylines, and what could be in store for the Eagles down in Louisiana. Joining Trenae for this Eagles pep rally is O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, quizzo host here in Philly and co-owner of Shibe Vintage Sports. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Go Birds! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Eagles Superstitions, Preparations & Hype for Super Bowl LIX full City Cast As the city gears up for Super Bowl LIX, host Trenae Nuri talks about superstitions, the biggest storylines, and what could be in store for the Eagles down in Louisiana. Joining Trenae for this Eagles pep rally is O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, quizzo host here in Philly and co-owner of Shibe Vintage Sports. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Go Birds! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here As the city gears up for Super Bowl LIX, host Trenae Nuri talks about superstitions, the biggest storylines, and what could be in store for the Eagles down in Louisiana. Joining Trenae for this Eagles pep rally is O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, quizzo host here in Philly and co-owner of Shibe Vintage Sports.

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]]> 1690 Plane Explosion and Crash in NE Philly Leaves At Least 7 Dead http://philly.citycast.fm/ A medical jet exploded and crashed just a minute after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday night, leaving all six on board, including an 11-year-old girl, dead. One person in a car near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard also died, and 22 were reported injured. Trenae Nuri, City Cast Philly host, and Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, bring you the latest information on the tragedy and the stories of Philadelphians trying to save their neighbors.  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Plane Explosion and Crash in NE Philly Leaves At Least 7 Dead full City Cast A medical jet exploded and crashed just a minute after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday night, leaving all six on board, including an 11-year-old girl, dead. One person in a car near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard also died, and 22 were reported injured. Trenae Nuri, City Cast Philly host, and Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, bring you the latest information on the tragedy and the stories of Philadelphians trying to save their neighbors.  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here A medical jet exploded and crashed just a minute after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday night, leaving all six on board, including an 11-year-old girl, dead. One person in a car near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard also died, and 22 were reported injured. Trenae Nuri, City Cast Philly host, and Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, bring you the latest information on the tragedy and the stories of Philadelphians trying to save their neighbors. 

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]]> 934 Eagles Anticipation, ICE Arrests & Kevin Hart’s New Animated Show https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the Trump administration mandates that have touched Philly, like the aggressive immigration enforcement that may have led to ICE arrests this week and the federal funding freeze that was ultimately rescinded. Also: Kevin Hart announced a new TV series set in Philly and the team prepares for the Eagles’ Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Temple student dies after falling from light pole during Eagles celebrations in Philadelphia 8 injured after driver strikes crowd of celebrating Eagles fans in Spring Garden neighborhood Philly migrants skip work, school, and shopping amid fears of ICE enforcement Philly restaurant owners say ICE showed up without warrant 'because it's a Puerto Rican restaurant' Medicaid payment systems restored in Pa. as Trump administration rescinds federal funding freeze memo BET+ Orders First Animated Series ‘Lil Kev,’ Based on Creator Kevin Hart’s Childhood; Wanda Sykes, Deon Cole Also Star We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Eagles Anticipation, ICE Arrests & Kevin Hart’s New Animated Show full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the Trump administration mandates that have touched Philly, like the aggressive immigration enforcement that may have led to ICE arrests this week and the federal funding freeze that was ultimately rescinded. Also: Kevin Hart announced a new TV series set in Philly and the team prepares for the Eagles’ Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Temple student dies after falling from light pole during Eagles celebrations in Philadelphia 8 injured after driver strikes crowd of celebrating Eagles fans in Spring Garden neighborhood Philly migrants skip work, school, and shopping amid fears of ICE enforcement Philly restaurant owners say ICE showed up without warrant 'because it's a Puerto Rican restaurant' Medicaid payment systems restored in Pa. as Trump administration rescinds federal funding freeze memo BET+ Orders First Animated Series ‘Lil Kev,’ Based on Creator Kevin Hart’s Childhood; Wanda Sykes, Deon Cole Also Star We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the Trump administration mandates that have touched Philly, like the aggressive immigration enforcement that may have led to ICE arrests this week and the federal funding freeze that was ultimately rescinded. Also: Kevin Hart announced a new TV series set in Philly and the team prepares for the Eagles’ Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds.

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]]> 1559 Your Guide to February 2025 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ February is packed with events this month, from Lunar New Year celebrations in the streets of Chinatown, Black History Month exhibits under $20 to ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day. In this episode, you’ll hear Abby’s recommendations of local tattoo artists offering love themed flash sales, Trenae’s idea of a progressive dinner in West Philly, plus free activities for the kids to do. And if you’re cheering on the Birds in the Super Bowl, you’ll love Matt’s watch party idea and Siani’s picks for where to get Eagles merch.   For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to February 2025 in Philly full City Cast February is packed with events this month, from Lunar New Year celebrations in the streets of Chinatown, Black History Month exhibits under $20 to ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day. In this episode, you’ll hear Abby’s recommendations of local tattoo artists offering love themed flash sales, Trenae’s idea of a progressive dinner in West Philly, plus free activities for the kids to do. And if you’re cheering on the Birds in the Super Bowl, you’ll love Matt’s watch party idea and Siani’s picks for where to get Eagles merch.   For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. February is packed with events this month, from Lunar New Year celebrations in the streets of Chinatown, Black History Month exhibits under $20 to ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day. In this episode, you’ll hear Abby’s recommendations of local tattoo artists offering love themed flash sales, Trenae’s idea of a progressive dinner in West Philly, plus free activities for the kids to do. And if you’re cheering on the Birds in the Super Bowl, you’ll love Matt’s watch party idea and Siani’s picks for where to get Eagles merch.  

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]]> 1801 Council Returns, Preparing for Trump & Krasner Snubbed By Dems https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, our new politics contributor. Lauren works in government relations in the city and writes the City Hall Roll Call newsletter for the Committee of Seventy. They talk about what issues council is taking on now that they’re back in session for 2025, how the city’s preparing to protect immigrants and other marginalized groups during the Trump Administration, and why Philadelphia’s Democratic Party won’t endorse District Attorney Larry Krasner.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Council Returns, Preparing for Trump & Krasner Snubbed By Dems full City Cast It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, our new politics contributor. Lauren works in government relations in the city and writes the City Hall Roll Call newsletter for the Committee of Seventy. They talk about what issues council is taking on now that they’re back in session for 2025, how the city’s preparing to protect immigrants and other marginalized groups during the Trump Administration, and why Philadelphia’s Democratic Party won’t endorse District Attorney Larry Krasner.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, our new politics contributor. Lauren works in government relations in the city and writes the City Hall Roll Call newsletter for the Committee of Seventy. They talk about what issues council is taking on now that they’re back in session for 2025, how the city’s preparing to protect immigrants and other marginalized groups during the Trump Administration, and why Philadelphia’s Democratic Party won’t endorse District Attorney Larry Krasner. 

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]]> 993 Philly is Super Bowl-Bound! Plus, Pro Tips on Renting in the City https://philly.citycast.fm/ Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live – the joy at the Linc and on Broad Street and at Cottman and Frankford Avenues on Sunday night after the Eagles’ NFC championship victory is evidence of that. Today Trenae Nuri talks about heading to the Super Bowl and then replays a show about how it may be wonderful to live here (especially when we’re winning), finding an affordable place to rent is a growing challenge. Our rent is too damn high – and getting higher. So Trenae talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams. Please take our listener survey! Are you a podcast listener? We could really use your help! We’re doing a survey to learn more about podcast listeners. Even if you don’t listen to City Cast, we still want to hear from you!  Please take the survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor, and you’ll also get the chance to win a $250 Visa gift card. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts about THE EAGLES GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Philly is Super Bowl-Bound! Plus, Pro Tips on Renting in the City full City Cast Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live – the joy at the Linc and on Broad Street and at Cottman and Frankford Avenues on Sunday night after the Eagles’ NFC championship victory is evidence of that. Today Trenae Nuri talks about heading to the Super Bowl and then replays a show about how it may be wonderful to live here (especially when we’re winning), finding an affordable place to rent is a growing challenge. Our rent is too damn high – and getting higher. So Trenae talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams. Please take our listener survey! Are you a podcast listener? We could really use your help! We’re doing a survey to learn more about podcast listeners. Even if you don’t listen to City Cast, we still want to hear from you!  Please take the survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor, and you’ll also get the chance to win a $250 Visa gift card. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts about THE EAGLES GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live – the joy at the Linc and on Broad Street and at Cottman and Frankford Avenues on Sunday night after the Eagles’ NFC championship victory is evidence of that. Today Trenae Nuri talks about heading to the Super Bowl and then replays a show about how it may be wonderful to live here (especially when we’re winning), finding an affordable place to rent is a growing challenge. Our rent is too damn high – and getting higher. So Trenae talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams.

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]]> 1072 How a Small Vermont College Saved UArts’ Dance Program https://philly.citycast.fm/ Bennington College, a small college in Vermont, took over the University of the Arts’ dance program after the Philly university closed without warning last year. Why? And how? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how this tiny college hundreds of miles away saved a storied dance program in Center City. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Mon, 27 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 How a Small Vermont College Saved UArts’ Dance Program full City Cast Bennington College, a small college in Vermont, took over the University of the Arts’ dance program after the Philly university closed without warning last year. Why? And how? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how this tiny college hundreds of miles away saved a storied dance program in Center City. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Bennington College, a small college in Vermont, took over the University of the Arts’ dance program after the Philly university closed without warning last year. Why? And how? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how this tiny college hundreds of miles away saved a storied dance program in Center City.

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]]> 1308 Philly Proud Boy Freed, New Experiment for Kensington, E-A-G-L-E-S! https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new court opening in Kensington, how President Trump just let Philly’s top Proud Boy out of prison, and Mayor Parker’s spelling slip-up. Plus, if the Eagles win Sunday we get a Super Bowl. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Siani Colon, newsletter editor of Hey Philly. Go Birds!  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  New ‘wellness court’ in Kensington for drug users launches Wednesday, as police prepare to ramp up drug enforcement Trump commutes sentences of Jan. 6 rioters, including former Philadelphia Proud Boys leader ICE has been freed to make arrests at churches. More immigrants took sanctuary in Philadelphia than anywhere else. Mayor Parker’s administration says Philly’s sanctuary city policy remains despite threats from Trump We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Philly Proud Boy Freed, New Experiment for Kensington, E-A-G-L-E-S! full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new court opening in Kensington, how President Trump just let Philly’s top Proud Boy out of prison, and Mayor Parker’s spelling slip-up. Plus, if the Eagles win Sunday we get a Super Bowl. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Siani Colon, newsletter editor of Hey Philly. Go Birds!  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  New ‘wellness court’ in Kensington for drug users launches Wednesday, as police prepare to ramp up drug enforcement Trump commutes sentences of Jan. 6 rioters, including former Philadelphia Proud Boys leader ICE has been freed to make arrests at churches. More immigrants took sanctuary in Philadelphia than anywhere else. Mayor Parker’s administration says Philly’s sanctuary city policy remains despite threats from Trump We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new court opening in Kensington, how President Trump just let Philly’s top Proud Boy out of prison, and Mayor Parker’s spelling slip-up. Plus, if the Eagles win Sunday we get a Super Bowl. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Siani Colon, newsletter editor of Hey Philly. Go Birds! 

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]]> 1936 School Superintendent Talks Student Safety, Year-Round Classes, Closing Schools https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia School Superintendent Tony B. Watlington sits down for his first interview on City Cast Philly. He talks about student safety, especially given the recent killing of a student on his way to school; the new process for closing schools, which has not gone well in the past; and how the district is beginning to implement the mayor’s plan for year-round schools.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 School Superintendent Talks Student Safety, Year-Round Classes, Closing Schools full City Cast Philadelphia School Superintendent Tony B. Watlington sits down for his first interview on City Cast Philly. He talks about student safety, especially given the recent killing of a student on his way to school; the new process for closing schools, which has not gone well in the past; and how the district is beginning to implement the mayor’s plan for year-round schools.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia School Superintendent Tony B. Watlington sits down for his first interview on City Cast Philly. He talks about student safety, especially given the recent killing of a student on his way to school; the new process for closing schools, which has not gone well in the past; and how the district is beginning to implement the mayor’s plan for year-round schools. 

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]]> 1869 Why Rep. Krajewski Believes Pennsylvania Should Legalize Cannabis Now https://philly.citycast.fm/ Representative Rick Krajewski, who represents West and Southwest Philly, says now is the time to legalize cannabis. For our weekly Wednesday politics show, Host Trenae Nuri talks with Krajewski about his proposed bill to legalize cannabis, create state-run dispensaries, and repair harms done by the war on drugs. He also shares his thoughts on how the University of Pennsylvania, his alma mater, handled pro-Palestinian protests. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:   Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Why Rep. Krajewski Believes Pennsylvania Should Legalize Cannabis Now full City Cast Representative Rick Krajewski, who represents West and Southwest Philly, says now is the time to legalize cannabis. For our weekly Wednesday politics show, Host Trenae Nuri talks with Krajewski about his proposed bill to legalize cannabis, create state-run dispensaries, and repair harms done by the war on drugs. He also shares his thoughts on how the University of Pennsylvania, his alma mater, handled pro-Palestinian protests. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:   Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Representative Rick Krajewski, who represents West and Southwest Philly, says now is the time to legalize cannabis. For our weekly Wednesday politics show, Host Trenae Nuri talks with Krajewski about his proposed bill to legalize cannabis, create state-run dispensaries, and repair harms done by the war on drugs. He also shares his thoughts on how the University of Pennsylvania, his alma mater, handled pro-Palestinian protests.

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]]> 1425 ‘The Tasties’ Celebrates Philly’s Culinary Community It’s the first year of The Tasties, an award ceremony celebrating Philly’s food scene. There’s categories like Restaurant of the Year, Next Level Neighborhood Spot, and Best Emotional Support Sandwich. The Tasties come from the group behind the Delicious City Philly podcast. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Eli Kulp, co-host of the Delicious City Philly podcast and host of The Chef Radio Podcast, about The Tasties and his extraordinary personal journey.  To get tickets to The Tasties: https://www.deliciouscitypodcast.com/the-tasties  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 ‘The Tasties’ Celebrates Philly’s Culinary Community full City Cast It’s the first year of The Tasties, an award ceremony celebrating Philly’s food scene. There’s categories like Restaurant of the Year, Next Level Neighborhood Spot, and Best Emotional Support Sandwich. The Tasties come from the group behind the Delicious City Philly podcast. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Eli Kulp, co-host of the Delicious City Philly podcast and host of The Chef Radio Podcast, about The Tasties and his extraordinary personal journey.  To get tickets to The Tasties: https://www.deliciouscitypodcast.com/the-tasties  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here It’s the first year of The Tasties, an award ceremony celebrating Philly’s food scene. There’s categories like Restaurant of the Year, Next Level Neighborhood Spot, and Best Emotional Support Sandwich. The Tasties come from the group behind the Delicious City Philly podcast. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Eli Kulp, co-host of the Delicious City Philly podcast and host of The Chef Radio Podcast, about The Tasties and his extraordinary personal journey. 

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]]> 1823 DA Race, Arena Reactions & You Gotta Pay to Pee at Starbucks https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new district attorney race challenger and how Philadelphians feel after the Sixers arena switch-up. Also, a Philly incident that got national attention in 2018 spurred Starbucks to change its open door policy – that policy is now trashed! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Former Philly judge announces run for district attorney, setting up likely Democratic primary challenge Former Philly judge campaigning to replace Larry Krasner as DA Starbucks ditches open-door policy spurred by arrests at Philly store in 2018 Buy or leave, Starbucks tells nonpaying customers in policy reversal Here’s how some Philly high school students built a library from scratch. ‘Kids just kept coming, renewing books.’ Billionaires Dunk on Mayor & Council in Sixers Arena Deal Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 DA Race, Arena Reactions & You Gotta Pay to Pee at Starbucks full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new district attorney race challenger and how Philadelphians feel after the Sixers arena switch-up. Also, a Philly incident that got national attention in 2018 spurred Starbucks to change its open door policy – that policy is now trashed! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Former Philly judge announces run for district attorney, setting up likely Democratic primary challenge Former Philly judge campaigning to replace Larry Krasner as DA Starbucks ditches open-door policy spurred by arrests at Philly store in 2018 Buy or leave, Starbucks tells nonpaying customers in policy reversal Here’s how some Philly high school students built a library from scratch. ‘Kids just kept coming, renewing books.’ Billionaires Dunk on Mayor & Council in Sixers Arena Deal Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new district attorney race challenger and how Philadelphians feel after the Sixers arena switch-up. Also, a Philly incident that got national attention in 2018 spurred Starbucks to change its open door policy – that policy is now trashed! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. 

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]]> 2104 The Philly Man Building A Bare-Knuckle Fighting Empire https://philly.citycast.fm/ Everyone loves a fighter’s story, especially a fighter from Philly. Host Trenae Nuri talks with David Feldman, founder of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, which comes to Philly on Jan. 25. David’s a former pro boxer with a Rocky-esque life story who’s now turning bare-knuckle fighting into a global empire.   Get your tickets to the BKFC Knucklemania V here Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 The Philly Man Building A Bare-Knuckle Fighting Empire full City Cast Everyone loves a fighter’s story, especially a fighter from Philly. Host Trenae Nuri talks with David Feldman, founder of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, which comes to Philly on Jan. 25. David’s a former pro boxer with a Rocky-esque life story who’s now turning bare-knuckle fighting into a global empire.   Get your tickets to the BKFC Knucklemania V here Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Everyone loves a fighter’s story, especially a fighter from Philly. Host Trenae Nuri talks with David Feldman, founder of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, which comes to Philly on Jan. 25. David’s a former pro boxer with a Rocky-esque life story who’s now turning bare-knuckle fighting into a global empire.  

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]]> 1027 yes Billionaires Dunk on Mayor & Council in Sixers Arena Deal https://philly.citycast.fm/ In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ernest Owens, political writer for Philadelphia Magazine, who was the first reporter to break the news that the Sixers shockingly scrapped a plan to build an arena downtown next to Chinatown. They discuss what this says about who’s in control of the city – billionaires, not elected officials – and the political implications of it all. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment about the arena switcheroo? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Billionaires Dunk on Mayor & Council in Sixers Arena Deal full City Cast In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ernest Owens, political writer for Philadelphia Magazine, who was the first reporter to break the news that the Sixers shockingly scrapped a plan to build an arena downtown next to Chinatown. They discuss what this says about who’s in control of the city – billionaires, not elected officials – and the political implications of it all. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment about the arena switcheroo? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ernest Owens, political writer for Philadelphia Magazine, who was the first reporter to break the news that the Sixers shockingly scrapped a plan to build an arena downtown next to Chinatown. They discuss what this says about who’s in control of the city – billionaires, not elected officials – and the political implications of it all.

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]]> 1263 'Universal Basic Guys' Wraps as Hoagies Brothers Prep for Season 2 https://philly.citycast.fm/ “Universal Basic Guys,” the animated and extremely Philly show on Fox, just wrapped up its first season – and it’s been renewed for Season 2.  Host Trenae Nuri revisits a conversation from October with creators Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience.  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 'Universal Basic Guys' Wraps as Hoagies Brothers Prep for Season 2 full City Cast “Universal Basic Guys,” the animated and extremely Philly show on Fox, just wrapped up its first season – and it’s been renewed for Season 2.  Host Trenae Nuri revisits a conversation from October with creators Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience.  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. “Universal Basic Guys,” the animated and extremely Philly show on Fox, just wrapped up its first season – and it’s been renewed for Season 2. 

Host Trenae Nuri revisits a conversation from October with creators Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience. 

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]]> 1168 The State of Podcasting in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Podcasts are everywhere, and Philly’s ecosystem for podcasts is thriving. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Lewis, creative director and co-founder of Rowhome Productions, about how he’s running a Philly-based audio production company and building a community of audio creatives.  Come hang with City Cast Philly and other podcasters! We’re co-sponsoring an event with Rowhome Productions and the Association of Independents in Radio on Thursday, Jan. 16, 6 p.m., at Solar Myth. Trenae is moderating a panel, “The State of Philly Podcasting,” and there’ll be tomato pie. The event is free. RSVP here. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 The State of Podcasting in Philly full City Cast Podcasts are everywhere, and Philly’s ecosystem for podcasts is thriving. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Lewis, creative director and co-founder of Rowhome Productions, about how he’s running a Philly-based audio production company and building a community of audio creatives.  Come hang with City Cast Philly and other podcasters! We’re co-sponsoring an event with Rowhome Productions and the Association of Independents in Radio on Thursday, Jan. 16, 6 p.m., at Solar Myth. Trenae is moderating a panel, “The State of Philly Podcasting,” and there’ll be tomato pie. The event is free. RSVP here. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Podcasts are everywhere, and Philly’s ecosystem for podcasts is thriving. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Lewis, creative director and co-founder of Rowhome Productions, about how he’s running a Philly-based audio production company and building a community of audio creatives. 

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]]> 1807 Police Limit Arrests of Kids, The West Philly Apartment Building Without Heat, Go Birds https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why tenants at Locust Towers still don’t have heat, now Philly police are no longer arresting kids for low-level crimes, a new drug treatment center in the Northeast, and the playoff game between the Eagles and the Green Bay Packers. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  West Philly tenants say they’ve had no heat — and no answers – for months Philly’s new drug rehabilitation center will open this month as part of Mayor Parker’s Kensington plan Snow, not even a whole inch, is expected Saturday morning in Philly Philadelphia police won't arrest kids for some low-level crimes starting next week. Here's what to know. Early numbers suggest a slight decline in juvenile crime in Philadelphia in 2024 For more Philly news, sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Follow us on Instagram @citycastphilly. Thoughts on local news or The Birds? Leave us a text or voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Police Limit Arrests of Kids, The West Philly Apartment Building Without Heat, Go Birds full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why tenants at Locust Towers still don’t have heat, now Philly police are no longer arresting kids for low-level crimes, a new drug treatment center in the Northeast, and the playoff game between the Eagles and the Green Bay Packers. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  West Philly tenants say they’ve had no heat — and no answers – for months Philly’s new drug rehabilitation center will open this month as part of Mayor Parker’s Kensington plan Snow, not even a whole inch, is expected Saturday morning in Philly Philadelphia police won't arrest kids for some low-level crimes starting next week. Here's what to know. Early numbers suggest a slight decline in juvenile crime in Philadelphia in 2024 For more Philly news, sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Follow us on Instagram @citycastphilly. Thoughts on local news or The Birds? Leave us a text or voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why tenants at Locust Towers still don’t have heat, now Philly police are no longer arresting kids for low-level crimes, a new drug treatment center in the Northeast, and the playoff game between the Eagles and the Green Bay Packers. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer. 

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]]> 1532 Treat Yourself to the Best Philly Wellness Experiences This New Year https://philly.citycast.fm/ New year, new you! If you’re looking for ways to prioritize your wellness and develop new self-care practices in 2025, we’ve got you. We’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Imani Harris, a local lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best spas, yoga classes, and wellness experiences located right here in Philly.  Here’s a list of wellness destinations mentioned in this episode:  Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Treat Yourself to the Best Philly Wellness Experiences This New Year full City Cast New year, new you! If you’re looking for ways to prioritize your wellness and develop new self-care practices in 2025, we’ve got you. We’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Imani Harris, a local lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best spas, yoga classes, and wellness experiences located right here in Philly.  Here’s a list of wellness destinations mentioned in this episode:  Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. New year, new you! If you’re looking for ways to prioritize your wellness and develop new self-care practices in 2025, we’ve got you. We’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Imani Harris, a local lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best spas, yoga classes, and wellness experiences located right here in Philly. 

Here’s a list of wellness destinations mentioned in this episode: 


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]]> 864 Mayor Parker's 2025 & DA Krasner Has No Opponents (So Far) https://philly.citycast.fm/ This week in our politics episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW, about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s second year in office and big policy objectives she has for 2025. They also talk about the mayor and city council dynamics, and possible opponents running against District Attorney Larry Krasner in the primary election.  Listen to Pat’s full interview with Mayor Parker here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Mayor Parker's 2025 & DA Krasner Has No Opponents (So Far) full City Cast This week in our politics episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW, about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s second year in office and big policy objectives she has for 2025. They also talk about the mayor and city council dynamics, and possible opponents running against District Attorney Larry Krasner in the primary election.  Listen to Pat’s full interview with Mayor Parker here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This week in our politics episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW, about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s second year in office and big policy objectives she has for 2025. They also talk about the mayor and city council dynamics, and possible opponents running against District Attorney Larry Krasner in the primary election. 

Listen to Pat’s full interview with Mayor Parker here. 

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]]> 1344 Philly’s Murder Rate Dropped 35%. Are We Safer? https://philly.citycast.fm/ The city’s homicide rate dropped 35% in 2024 compared to the previous year. And shootings have dropped by almost half in the last two years. But are Philadelphians safer? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, law enforcement reporter at The Inquirer, and Mensah Dean, Philadelphia staff writer at The Trace, about the stories behind these numbers and what their work means to them. Thoughts on the murder rate and the stories behind these deaths? Leave us a voicemail or text us: 215-259-8170. For more Philly news, you gotta sign up for our morning newsletter: Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Murder Rate Dropped 35%. Are We Safer? full City Cast The city’s homicide rate dropped 35% in 2024 compared to the previous year. And shootings have dropped by almost half in the last two years. But are Philadelphians safer? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, law enforcement reporter at The Inquirer, and Mensah Dean, Philadelphia staff writer at The Trace, about the stories behind these numbers and what their work means to them. Thoughts on the murder rate and the stories behind these deaths? Leave us a voicemail or text us: 215-259-8170. For more Philly news, you gotta sign up for our morning newsletter: Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The city’s homicide rate dropped 35% in 2024 compared to the previous year. And shootings have dropped by almost half in the last two years. But are Philadelphians safer? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, law enforcement reporter at The Inquirer, and Mensah Dean, Philadelphia staff writer at The Trace, about the stories behind these numbers and what their work means to them.

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]]> 1532 ‘Finding Carlesha’: How a Woman Befriended Her Kidnapper to Survive https://philly.citycast.fm/ On November 2nd, 2014, Carlesha Gaither Freeland was abducted off a street in Germantown at knifepoint, shoved into a car and held against her will for three days. It was all caught on camera! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, investigative reporter at NBC10, about her new true-crime documentary, ‘Finding Carlesha’, detailing this gripping Philadelphia story. You can stream ‘Finding Carlesha’ on Peacock and YouTube. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 ‘Finding Carlesha’: How a Woman Befriended Her Kidnapper to Survive full City Cast On November 2nd, 2014, Carlesha Gaither Freeland was abducted off a street in Germantown at knifepoint, shoved into a car and held against her will for three days. It was all caught on camera! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, investigative reporter at NBC10, about her new true-crime documentary, ‘Finding Carlesha’, detailing this gripping Philadelphia story. You can stream ‘Finding Carlesha’ on Peacock and YouTube. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. On November 2nd, 2014, Carlesha Gaither Freeland was abducted off a street in Germantown at knifepoint, shoved into a car and held against her will for three days. It was all caught on camera! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, investigative reporter at NBC10, about her new true-crime documentary, ‘Finding Carlesha’, detailing this gripping Philadelphia story.

You can stream ‘Finding Carlesha’ on Peacock and YouTube.

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]]> 1134 City Murder Rate Drops, Renters Lose Heat & We Watch for Snow https://philly.citycast.fm/podcasts It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the possibility of snow next week and how some renters have been living without heat. And while Philly is feeling good about the city’s homicide rate dropping more than 30% last year, the city is heartbroken over the fact that a 14-year-old is struggling to recover after being shot in the face at the Christmas Village. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Arctic air blast to bring frigid weather to Philly region in early 2025 More than 100 Philly rentals don’t have heat during the holidays, records show Philly saw a historic drop in murders in 2024. What changed? The 14-year-old shot in the face in Dilworth Park lost an eye and barely survived, but is improving each day, his mother said Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel speaks about the decline in gun violence New Year babies: Meet the first Philadelphia-area babies born in 2025 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 City Murder Rate Drops, Renters Lose Heat & We Watch for Snow full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the possibility of snow next week and how some renters have been living without heat. And while Philly is feeling good about the city’s homicide rate dropping more than 30% last year, the city is heartbroken over the fact that a 14-year-old is struggling to recover after being shot in the face at the Christmas Village. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Arctic air blast to bring frigid weather to Philly region in early 2025 More than 100 Philly rentals don’t have heat during the holidays, records show Philly saw a historic drop in murders in 2024. What changed? The 14-year-old shot in the face in Dilworth Park lost an eye and barely survived, but is improving each day, his mother said Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel speaks about the decline in gun violence New Year babies: Meet the first Philadelphia-area babies born in 2025 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. We’re also on Instagram @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the possibility of snow next week and how some renters have been living without heat. And while Philly is feeling good about the city’s homicide rate dropping more than 30% last year, the city is heartbroken over the fact that a 14-year-old is struggling to recover after being shot in the face at the Christmas Village. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. 

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]]> 1389 Your Guide to January 2025 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Let’s start this year off right by getting in the fast lane at the Philadelphia Auto Show, trying lunch deals during Center City District’s Restaurant Week, and seeing the 1,000-pound butter sculpture at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.  And for even more tips on how to make the most of January in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 02 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to January 2025 in Philly full City Cast Let’s start this year off right by getting in the fast lane at the Philadelphia Auto Show, trying lunch deals during Center City District’s Restaurant Week, and seeing the 1,000-pound butter sculpture at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.  And for even more tips on how to make the most of January in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Let’s start this year off right by getting in the fast lane at the Philadelphia Auto Show, trying lunch deals during Center City District’s Restaurant Week, and seeing the 1,000-pound butter sculpture at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. 

And for even more tips on how to make the most of January in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

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We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1382 How a Mummer Keeps the New Year’s Tradition Alive With Honor and Humor https://philly.citycast.fm/ Justyn Myers is known for antics: Back-flipping into a flooded Vine Street Expressway, turning a dumpster into a pool, and leading one of the most innovative and outrageous Mummers brigades out there – The Lobster Club. In advance of the Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day, host Trenae Nuri sat down with Myers to get the story behind these antics and a preview of the Lobster Club’s Mummers performance. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 30 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 How a Mummer Keeps the New Year’s Tradition Alive With Honor and Humor full City Cast Justyn Myers is known for antics: Back-flipping into a flooded Vine Street Expressway, turning a dumpster into a pool, and leading one of the most innovative and outrageous Mummers brigades out there – The Lobster Club. In advance of the Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day, host Trenae Nuri sat down with Myers to get the story behind these antics and a preview of the Lobster Club’s Mummers performance. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Justyn Myers is known for antics: Back-flipping into a flooded Vine Street Expressway, turning a dumpster into a pool, and leading one of the most innovative and outrageous Mummers brigades out there – The Lobster Club. In advance of the Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day, host Trenae Nuri sat down with Myers to get the story behind these antics and a preview of the Lobster Club’s Mummers performance.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1239 Pop Quiz: Do You Know PA’s State Symbols? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Feeling that post/mid-holiday slump? What better way to get out of the doldrums than by playing along with our Pennsylvania state symbols quiz? Over the years, we have adopted all sorts of plants, animals, and even a drink to represent our Commonwealth, but not all of these symbols and the stories behind them are common knowledge. Former Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar put the City Cast Philly team to the test over the summer, and we’re bringing this game back so you can do the same with your friends and family. (And special thanks to Sophia Lo, City Cast Pittsburgh producer, for sharing their research and putting together many of these questions.) Here's the ruffed grouse recipe we mentioned in the episode. In case you’re sick of turkey or ham? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 26 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Pop Quiz: Do You Know PA’s State Symbols? full City Cast Feeling that post/mid-holiday slump? What better way to get out of the doldrums than by playing along with our Pennsylvania state symbols quiz? Over the years, we have adopted all sorts of plants, animals, and even a drink to represent our Commonwealth, but not all of these symbols and the stories behind them are common knowledge. Former Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar put the City Cast Philly team to the test over the summer, and we’re bringing this game back so you can do the same with your friends and family. (And special thanks to Sophia Lo, City Cast Pittsburgh producer, for sharing their research and putting together many of these questions.) Here's the ruffed grouse recipe we mentioned in the episode. In case you’re sick of turkey or ham? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Feeling that post/mid-holiday slump? What better way to get out of the doldrums than by playing along with our Pennsylvania state symbols quiz? Over the years, we have adopted all sorts of plants, animals, and even a drink to represent our Commonwealth, but not all of these symbols and the stories behind them are common knowledge. Former Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar put the City Cast Philly team to the test over the summer, and we’re bringing this game back so you can do the same with your friends and family. (And special thanks to Sophia Lo, City Cast Pittsburgh producer, for sharing their research and putting together many of these questions.)

Here's the ruffed grouse recipe we mentioned in the episode. In case you’re sick of turkey or ham?

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1827 How To Build the Best Philly Cheeseboard for the Holidays https://philly.citycast.fm/ Step aside Wisconsin, the Keystone state is coming for your cheese crown! Pennsylvania is home to 5,000 dairy farms, and the Philly area is chock full of artisan cheese shops and creameries. Today, we’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Tenaya Darlington — also known as Madame Fromage — about what makes Philly a dairy destination, and how to create the ultimate local cheeseboard. Darlington is the cheese curator at Tria, as well as the author of “Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese” and “Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese.” Here’s a list of the local cheese shops/markets mentioned in this episode:  Birchrun Hills Farm Perrystead Dairy Merion Park Cheese Co.   Clark Park Farmers Market Headhouse Farmers Market Valley Milkhouse Conebella Farm Di Bruno Bros. Downtown Cheese Weavers Way Co-Op Tria Talula’s Garden Third Wheel Cheese Co. Want to hear about our sister city Pittsburgh’s cheese scene? Check out their episode with Pgh’s Cheese Queen here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 How To Build the Best Philly Cheeseboard for the Holidays full City Cast Step aside Wisconsin, the Keystone state is coming for your cheese crown! Pennsylvania is home to 5,000 dairy farms, and the Philly area is chock full of artisan cheese shops and creameries. Today, we’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Tenaya Darlington — also known as Madame Fromage — about what makes Philly a dairy destination, and how to create the ultimate local cheeseboard. Darlington is the cheese curator at Tria, as well as the author of “Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese” and “Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese.” Here’s a list of the local cheese shops/markets mentioned in this episode:  Birchrun Hills Farm Perrystead Dairy Merion Park Cheese Co.   Clark Park Farmers Market Headhouse Farmers Market Valley Milkhouse Conebella Farm Di Bruno Bros. Downtown Cheese Weavers Way Co-Op Tria Talula’s Garden Third Wheel Cheese Co. Want to hear about our sister city Pittsburgh’s cheese scene? Check out their episode with Pgh’s Cheese Queen here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Step aside Wisconsin, the Keystone state is coming for your cheese crown! Pennsylvania is home to 5,000 dairy farms, and the Philly area is chock full of artisan cheese shops and creameries. Today, we’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Tenaya Darlington — also known as Madame Fromage — about what makes Philly a dairy destination, and how to create the ultimate local cheeseboard. Darlington is the cheese curator at Tria, as well as the author of “Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese” and “Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese.”

Here’s a list of the local cheese shops/markets mentioned in this episode: 


Want to hear about our sister city Pittsburgh’s cheese scene? Check out their episode with Pgh’s Cheese Queen here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 984 A Philly Year in Review, Christmas Village Violence & Operation Snowball Magic https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the big Philly stories that caught their attention this year. They also cover a recently launched city-run data website, Philly Stat 360, the City Council full vote on the 76ers arena, how Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel deployed more law enforcement at Christmas Village after three teens were shot last week, and more. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to break all this down.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Parker’s New Website Has Us Feeling … Optimistic? Spate of shootings, including incident at Christmas Village, are ‘not the norm,’ Mayor Parker and law enforcement officials say Philadelphia police boost security in Center City after violent weekend Scoop: Parker helped advance Wanda Sykes' bid for a Philly WNBA team Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 A Philly Year in Review, Christmas Village Violence & Operation Snowball Magic full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the big Philly stories that caught their attention this year. They also cover a recently launched city-run data website, Philly Stat 360, the City Council full vote on the 76ers arena, how Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel deployed more law enforcement at Christmas Village after three teens were shot last week, and more. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to break all this down.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Parker’s New Website Has Us Feeling … Optimistic? Spate of shootings, including incident at Christmas Village, are ‘not the norm,’ Mayor Parker and law enforcement officials say Philadelphia police boost security in Center City after violent weekend Scoop: Parker helped advance Wanda Sykes' bid for a Philly WNBA team Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the big Philly stories that caught their attention this year. They also cover a recently launched city-run data website, Philly Stat 360, the City Council full vote on the 76ers arena, how Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel deployed more law enforcement at Christmas Village after three teens were shot last week, and more. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz to break all this down. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


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]]> 1700 Tapping Into Community Around Philly Beer at Triple Bottom Brewing https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Spring Garden brewery Triple Bottom Brewing is churning out very Philly beers (like Pilsadelphia Pilsner and Lawn Chair Parking Spot West Coast IPA.) Also, this company is training Philadelphians who need a second chance after incarceration or house insecurity with a 16-week apprenticeship program. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tess Hart, co-founder and CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing, and Chenoah McDonald, soon-to-be graduate of the program, about building a community around beer.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Tapping Into Community Around Philly Beer at Triple Bottom Brewing full City Cast The Spring Garden brewery Triple Bottom Brewing is churning out very Philly beers (like Pilsadelphia Pilsner and Lawn Chair Parking Spot West Coast IPA.) Also, this company is training Philadelphians who need a second chance after incarceration or house insecurity with a 16-week apprenticeship program. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tess Hart, co-founder and CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing, and Chenoah McDonald, soon-to-be graduate of the program, about building a community around beer.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Spring Garden brewery Triple Bottom Brewing is churning out very Philly beers (like Pilsadelphia Pilsner and Lawn Chair Parking Spot West Coast IPA.) Also, this company is training Philadelphians who need a second chance after incarceration or house insecurity with a 16-week apprenticeship program. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tess Hart, co-founder and CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing, and Chenoah McDonald, soon-to-be graduate of the program, about building a community around beer. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1546 Did City Council Bungle Negotiations for the 76ers Arena? https://philly.citycast.fm/ On Thursday, City Council will vote to officially allow the Sixers to build a new arena in Market East, right next to Chinatown. There’s still many questions like how did Mayor Cherelle Parker muscle this deal through, and why did City Council fail to negotiate to get more money from the Sixers for the community? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, to break this down and talk about other storylines to follow in Philly politics for 2025.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Did City Council Bungle Negotiations for the 76ers Arena? full City Cast On Thursday, City Council will vote to officially allow the Sixers to build a new arena in Market East, right next to Chinatown. There’s still many questions like how did Mayor Cherelle Parker muscle this deal through, and why did City Council fail to negotiate to get more money from the Sixers for the community? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, to break this down and talk about other storylines to follow in Philly politics for 2025.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. On Thursday, City Council will vote to officially allow the Sixers to build a new arena in Market East, right next to Chinatown. There’s still many questions like how did Mayor Cherelle Parker muscle this deal through, and why did City Council fail to negotiate to get more money from the Sixers for the community? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, to break this down and talk about other storylines to follow in Philly politics for 2025. 

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]]> 1439 Your 2024 Philly Holiday Gift Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ Don’t worry, there’s still time for you to get the perfect holiday gifts. Let your favorite local podcast help you with your holiday anxiety. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski about their favorite places to shop locally.  Here are all the gift ideas mentioned in the show:   Renew Head Spa  Philadelphia Flower Show  Bird Gang LeSean “Shady” McCoy Kentucky Bourbon South Fellini Philadelphia Runner Cheese and Wine Monthly Membership Candlelight Concert Caphe Roaster Vault & Vine Phully Rooted  Goldbelly Le Souk Market Project HOMEmade Movement Callowhill  Armed With Good Intentions Books and Blooms booked. Grand National Tour: Kendrick Lamar and SZA Tyler, The Creator - CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR Big Ass Stadium Tour Nick Castellanos Phillies Headband Shibe Vintage Sports  Urban Exchange Project  Carry the Difference Duffle Bag Youth Astronaut Helmet Animal Umbrellas What’s Next Lifesize Game Philly Onesies Drawn Jawn Coloring Book Philadelphia Zoo Membership Elite Sports Factory Moon + Arrow  Philadelphia Diamond Company  The Philadelphia Experiences Collection can be purchased at Independence Visitor Center, LOVE Park Visitor Center, Parkway Visitor Center, City Hall Visitor Center until December 24th.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Your 2024 Philly Holiday Gift Guide full City Cast Don’t worry, there’s still time for you to get the perfect holiday gifts. Let your favorite local podcast help you with your holiday anxiety. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski about their favorite places to shop locally.  Here are all the gift ideas mentioned in the show:   Renew Head Spa  Philadelphia Flower Show  Bird Gang LeSean “Shady” McCoy Kentucky Bourbon South Fellini Philadelphia Runner Cheese and Wine Monthly Membership Candlelight Concert Caphe Roaster Vault & Vine Phully Rooted  Goldbelly Le Souk Market Project HOMEmade Movement Callowhill  Armed With Good Intentions Books and Blooms booked. Grand National Tour: Kendrick Lamar and SZA Tyler, The Creator - CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR Big Ass Stadium Tour Nick Castellanos Phillies Headband Shibe Vintage Sports  Urban Exchange Project  Carry the Difference Duffle Bag Youth Astronaut Helmet Animal Umbrellas What’s Next Lifesize Game Philly Onesies Drawn Jawn Coloring Book Philadelphia Zoo Membership Elite Sports Factory Moon + Arrow  Philadelphia Diamond Company  The Philadelphia Experiences Collection can be purchased at Independence Visitor Center, LOVE Park Visitor Center, Parkway Visitor Center, City Hall Visitor Center until December 24th.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Don’t worry, there’s still time for you to get the perfect holiday gifts. Let your favorite local podcast help you with your holiday anxiety. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly executive producer Matt Katz, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski about their favorite places to shop locally. 

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]]> 1883 The Best Restaurants of 2024 and What’s Coming Next https://philly.citycast.fm/ Every year restaurants in Philly push the boundaries of culinary excellence — and 2024 was no exception. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with The Infatuation’s senior editor Alison Kessler and senior staff writer Candis McLean to talk about their favorite restaurants of the year and which ones excite them for 2025. Read more about Candis and Alison’s favorite restaurants on The Infatuation. Restaurants mentioned in the episode:  Provenance  CJ & D's Trenton Tomato Pies El Mictlan Amy's Pastelillos Nepali Momo Kitchen Royal Tavern  Little Walter’s  Middle Child Pearl & Mary  My Loup Jaffa Bar Little Water Best Cannoli Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The Best Restaurants of 2024 and What’s Coming Next full City Cast Every year restaurants in Philly push the boundaries of culinary excellence — and 2024 was no exception. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with The Infatuation’s senior editor Alison Kessler and senior staff writer Candis McLean to talk about their favorite restaurants of the year and which ones excite them for 2025. Read more about Candis and Alison’s favorite restaurants on The Infatuation. Restaurants mentioned in the episode:  Provenance  CJ & D's Trenton Tomato Pies El Mictlan Amy's Pastelillos Nepali Momo Kitchen Royal Tavern  Little Walter’s  Middle Child Pearl & Mary  My Loup Jaffa Bar Little Water Best Cannoli Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Every year restaurants in Philly push the boundaries of culinary excellence — and 2024 was no exception. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with The Infatuation’s senior editor Alison Kessler and senior staff writer Candis McLean to talk about their favorite restaurants of the year and which ones excite them for 2025.

Read more about Candis and Alison’s favorite restaurants on The Infatuation.

Restaurants mentioned in the episode: 


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]]> 1198 76ers' Arena Gets Green Light and MOVE Families Want Victim Remains Returned https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the City Council vote on the 76ers arena, which came after multiple delays. Also, MOVE members ask for newly identified remains of the Africa family to be returned as well as their Osage Avenue home. To break all this down, host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz. Plus, they cover some good news about Kylie Kelce’s new podcast “Not Gonna Lie.” Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘It is criminal’: Africa family wants MOVE bombing victims’ remains returned and Osage Avenue home back Penn says it has found more human remains from the MOVE bombing at its museum Kylie Kelce Knocked Joe Rogan Off the Top Podcast Slot, In Just One Episode Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 76ers' Arena Gets Green Light and MOVE Families Want Victim Remains Returned full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the City Council vote on the 76ers arena, which came after multiple delays. Also, MOVE members ask for newly identified remains of the Africa family to be returned as well as their Osage Avenue home. To break all this down, host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz. Plus, they cover some good news about Kylie Kelce’s new podcast “Not Gonna Lie.” Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘It is criminal’: Africa family wants MOVE bombing victims’ remains returned and Osage Avenue home back Penn says it has found more human remains from the MOVE bombing at its museum Kylie Kelce Knocked Joe Rogan Off the Top Podcast Slot, In Just One Episode Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today the team is talking about the City Council vote on the 76ers arena, which came after multiple delays. Also, MOVE members ask for newly identified remains of the Africa family to be returned as well as their Osage Avenue home. To break all this down, host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz. Plus, they cover some good news about Kylie Kelce’s new podcast “Not Gonna Lie.”

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


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]]> 1539 What Happens When a Sports Arena Wants to Be Your Neighbor? https://philly.citycast.fm/ John Chin, executive director of the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation, grew up in Chinatown. He’s spent his career preserving, promoting and protecting this neighborhood. Now, he’s the face of the opposition to the proposed 76ers arena slated to move in next door. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John about why he says he’s not against the idea of an arena – he’s just against it hurting Chinatown.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 What Happens When a Sports Arena Wants to Be Your Neighbor? full City Cast John Chin, executive director of the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation, grew up in Chinatown. He’s spent his career preserving, promoting and protecting this neighborhood. Now, he’s the face of the opposition to the proposed 76ers arena slated to move in next door. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John about why he says he’s not against the idea of an arena – he’s just against it hurting Chinatown.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. John Chin, executive director of the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation, grew up in Chinatown. He’s spent his career preserving, promoting and protecting this neighborhood. Now, he’s the face of the opposition to the proposed 76ers arena slated to move in next door. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John about why he says he’s not against the idea of an arena – he’s just against it hurting Chinatown. 

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]]> 1053 Councilmember Landau on Fighting Trump ... and the Sixers Arena Proposal https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Wednesday politics roundup! First-year City Councilmember Rue Landau is anticipating the changes that could come to Philly in the new year. Host Trenae Nuri talked with the councilmember about hearings she's planning to address how to protect residents from policies that might come out of the new Trump administration. They also talk about how she's one of just a few councilmembers publicly opposed to the proposed 76ers arena in Center City. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Councilmember Landau on Fighting Trump ... and the Sixers Arena Proposal full City Cast It’s the Wednesday politics roundup! First-year City Councilmember Rue Landau is anticipating the changes that could come to Philly in the new year. Host Trenae Nuri talked with the councilmember about hearings she's planning to address how to protect residents from policies that might come out of the new Trump administration. They also talk about how she's one of just a few councilmembers publicly opposed to the proposed 76ers arena in Center City. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Wednesday politics roundup! First-year City Councilmember Rue Landau is anticipating the changes that could come to Philly in the new year. Host Trenae Nuri talked with the councilmember about hearings she's planning to address how to protect residents from policies that might come out of the new Trump administration. They also talk about how she's one of just a few councilmembers publicly opposed to the proposed 76ers arena in Center City.

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]]> 1467 What You Can Get With a SEPTA Key Card (Besides a Ride) https://philly.citycast.fm/ Your SEPTA Key card does more than just get you on your train, bus, or trolley. It comes with a load of discounts to restaurants, museums, and shops. Host Trenae Nuri and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, dish on the ways you can save just by flashing your SEPTA Key card. Here are the discounted spots referenced in the show:  Federal Donuts Greene Street Coffee Company  The Franklin Fountain and The Franklin Fountain Ice Cream Bar Kismet Bagels Campo’s  Hatch & Coop   The Franklin Institute  Philadelphia Museum of Art Museum of the American Revolution The Academy of Natural Sciences  Wilma Theater  Arden Theater  Beyond the Bell Tours  Betsy Ross House  Ghost Tour of Philadelphia  Philadelphia Zoo Ten Pennies Florist SEPTA Store A Novel Idea New Era Phillies Team Store Rothman Orthopedics Ice Rink- Christmas Village Find out about more SEPTA perks here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 What You Can Get With a SEPTA Key Card (Besides a Ride) full City Cast Your SEPTA Key card does more than just get you on your train, bus, or trolley. It comes with a load of discounts to restaurants, museums, and shops. Host Trenae Nuri and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, dish on the ways you can save just by flashing your SEPTA Key card. Here are the discounted spots referenced in the show:  Federal Donuts Greene Street Coffee Company  The Franklin Fountain and The Franklin Fountain Ice Cream Bar Kismet Bagels Campo’s  Hatch & Coop   The Franklin Institute  Philadelphia Museum of Art Museum of the American Revolution The Academy of Natural Sciences  Wilma Theater  Arden Theater  Beyond the Bell Tours  Betsy Ross House  Ghost Tour of Philadelphia  Philadelphia Zoo Ten Pennies Florist SEPTA Store A Novel Idea New Era Phillies Team Store Rothman Orthopedics Ice Rink- Christmas Village Find out about more SEPTA perks here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Your SEPTA Key card does more than just get you on your train, bus, or trolley. It comes with a load of discounts to restaurants, museums, and shops. Host Trenae Nuri and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, dish on the ways you can save just by flashing your SEPTA Key card. Here are the discounted spots referenced in the show: 

Federal Donuts

Greene Street Coffee Company 

The Franklin Fountain and The Franklin Fountain Ice Cream Bar

Kismet Bagels

Campo’s 

Hatch & Coop  

The Franklin Institute 

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Museum of the American Revolution

The Academy of Natural Sciences 

Wilma Theater 

Arden Theater 

Beyond the Bell Tours 

Betsy Ross House 

Ghost Tour of Philadelphia 

Philadelphia Zoo

Ten Pennies Florist

SEPTA Store

A Novel Idea

New Era Phillies Team Store

Rothman Orthopedics Ice Rink- Christmas Village

Find out about more SEPTA perks here.


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]]> 898 Does Hollywood Know Philly? Here's the Essential Philly Films https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the perfect time of year to get cozy and watch a movie…a Philly movie. Host Trenae Nuri talks to Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast as they delve into a list of essential Philly films, analyze the ways that actors portray fictional Philadelphians, and discuss how Hollywood portrays our city. Films mentioned in this episode:  Creed  Trading Places Philadelphia  A Night Catches Us  The Sixth Sense Unbreakable  Rocky  Concrete Cowboys  12 Monkeys  Brotherly Love  Beloved  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Does Hollywood Know Philly? Here's the Essential Philly Films full City Cast It’s the perfect time of year to get cozy and watch a movie…a Philly movie. Host Trenae Nuri talks to Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast as they delve into a list of essential Philly films, analyze the ways that actors portray fictional Philadelphians, and discuss how Hollywood portrays our city. Films mentioned in this episode:  Creed  Trading Places Philadelphia  A Night Catches Us  The Sixth Sense Unbreakable  Rocky  Concrete Cowboys  12 Monkeys  Brotherly Love  Beloved  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Jones Dairy Farm  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the perfect time of year to get cozy and watch a movie…a Philly movie. Host Trenae Nuri talks to Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast as they delve into a list of essential Philly films, analyze the ways that actors portray fictional Philadelphians, and discuss how Hollywood portrays our city.

Films mentioned in this episode: 

  • Creed 
  • Trading Places
  • Philadelphia 
  • A Night Catches Us 
  • The Sixth Sense
  • Unbreakable 
  • Rocky 
  • Concrete Cowboys 
  • 12 Monkeys 
  • Brotherly Love 
  • Beloved 


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]]> 1852 Sixers Arena Vote Delayed, New Bike Lane Law & Where's LeCount Street? https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We talk about why City Council delayed the vote on the Sixers arena proposal and how a new law bans stopping, even for a minute, in bike lanes. Also, Caroline LeCount gets a street named after her, finally, and Philly has a first snow, already. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly may get its first (barely) measurable snowfall of the season Thursday Philly City Council postpones vote on the proposed 76ers arena as negotiations continue Drivers can no longer stop, stand or park in bike lanes in Philly Philly Mayor signs bill to rename Taney Street to honor civil rights champion Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street Listen to Your Guide to December 2024 in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X & Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Sixers Arena Vote Delayed, New Bike Lane Law & Where's LeCount Street? full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We talk about why City Council delayed the vote on the Sixers arena proposal and how a new law bans stopping, even for a minute, in bike lanes. Also, Caroline LeCount gets a street named after her, finally, and Philly has a first snow, already. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly may get its first (barely) measurable snowfall of the season Thursday Philly City Council postpones vote on the proposed 76ers arena as negotiations continue Drivers can no longer stop, stand or park in bike lanes in Philly Philly Mayor signs bill to rename Taney Street to honor civil rights champion Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street Listen to Your Guide to December 2024 in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X & Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We talk about why City Council delayed the vote on the Sixers arena proposal and how a new law bans stopping, even for a minute, in bike lanes. Also, Caroline LeCount gets a street named after her, finally, and Philly has a first snow, already. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Listen to Your Guide to December 2024 in Philly.

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]]> 1498 We Visited 40+ Philly Coffee Shops. Here's Our Guide. https://philly.citycast.fm/ You bring a date to some coffee shops, and a laptop to others. Some coffee shops offer fantastic meals, and others sell you…sneakers? Since Philly has such a variety of independent coffee shops, we made a guide to help you sort through them. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square to break this all down.  Coffee shops mentioned in the episode:  Mr. Rabbit Last Drop Satellite Coffee Càphê Roasters Jezabel’s Cafe Arterial Coffee iMUNCH Cafe Tela’s Market and Kitchen Rival Bros Coffee Red Hook Coffee and Tea Alif Brew and Mini Mart Elixir Coffee THANK YOU THANK YOU Persimmon Coffee OX Coffee Enswell Two Persons Coffee High Point Cafe Encanto Kicks & Coffee Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books The Monkey & The Elephant Herman’s Coffee vernick coffee bar Gleaner’s Cafe Caffé Ida Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 We Visited 40+ Philly Coffee Shops. Here's Our Guide. full City Cast You bring a date to some coffee shops, and a laptop to others. Some coffee shops offer fantastic meals, and others sell you…sneakers? Since Philly has such a variety of independent coffee shops, we made a guide to help you sort through them. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square to break this all down.  Coffee shops mentioned in the episode:  Mr. Rabbit Last Drop Satellite Coffee Càphê Roasters Jezabel’s Cafe Arterial Coffee iMUNCH Cafe Tela’s Market and Kitchen Rival Bros Coffee Red Hook Coffee and Tea Alif Brew and Mini Mart Elixir Coffee THANK YOU THANK YOU Persimmon Coffee OX Coffee Enswell Two Persons Coffee High Point Cafe Encanto Kicks & Coffee Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books The Monkey & The Elephant Herman’s Coffee vernick coffee bar Gleaner’s Cafe Caffé Ida Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. You bring a date to some coffee shops, and a laptop to others. Some coffee shops offer fantastic meals, and others sell you…sneakers? Since Philly has such a variety of independent coffee shops, we made a guide to help you sort through them. Host Trenae Nuri sat down with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz at Mr. Rabbit Coffee in Fitler Square to break this all down. 

Coffee shops mentioned in the episode: 


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]]> 1756 Philly's Latest Trophy-Winning Dynasty Is...a Choir? https://philly.citycast.fm/ The powerful sound of The Crossing Choir — a multiple-Grammy award winning chamber choir based in Philadelphia — just hit a new record: The 25-member group received its 10th consecutive nomination this year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Donald Nally, conductor; Nate Barnett, tenor; and Chelsea Lyons, alto and the group’s community engagement manager, about their latest album Ochre, their soulful sound, and the secret to winning big in the music industry. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Philly's Latest Trophy-Winning Dynasty Is...a Choir? full City Cast The powerful sound of The Crossing Choir — a multiple-Grammy award winning chamber choir based in Philadelphia — just hit a new record: The 25-member group received its 10th consecutive nomination this year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Donald Nally, conductor; Nate Barnett, tenor; and Chelsea Lyons, alto and the group’s community engagement manager, about their latest album Ochre, their soulful sound, and the secret to winning big in the music industry. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The powerful sound of The Crossing Choir — a multiple-Grammy award winning chamber choir based in Philadelphia — just hit a new record: The 25-member group received its 10th consecutive nomination this year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Donald Nally, conductor; Nate Barnett, tenor; and Chelsea Lyons, alto and the group’s community engagement manager, about their latest album Ochre, their soulful sound, and the secret to winning big in the music industry.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1580 Why Breakfast Tacos Were Philly's Biggest Sleeper Hit in 2024 https://philly.citycast.fm/ Bagels, omelettes and home fries seem to be standard breakfast items, but more Philly restaurants are adding breakfast tacos to their menus. We’re revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and some of the best breakfast taco spots in Philly.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why Breakfast Tacos Were Philly's Biggest Sleeper Hit in 2024 full City Cast Bagels, omelettes and home fries seem to be standard breakfast items, but more Philly restaurants are adding breakfast tacos to their menus. We’re revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and some of the best breakfast taco spots in Philly.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Bagels, omelettes and home fries seem to be standard breakfast items, but more Philly restaurants are adding breakfast tacos to their menus. We’re revisiting a conversation with host Trenae Nuri and Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and some of the best breakfast taco spots in Philly. 

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]]> 969 Your Guide to December 2024 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s starting to get colder, so why not warm up near the fire pits at Dilworth Park, sip mulled wine in the Christmas Village, or get cozy with a bowl of spaghetti rusticana (and a side of opera) at Victor’s Cafe? In this episode you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying December in Philly, like eating sweets from Beyonce’s baker and shucking oysters for just a dollar. And for even more tips on how to make the most of December in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like BetterHelp. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to December 2024 in Philly full City Cast It’s starting to get colder, so why not warm up near the fire pits at Dilworth Park, sip mulled wine in the Christmas Village, or get cozy with a bowl of spaghetti rusticana (and a side of opera) at Victor’s Cafe? In this episode you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying December in Philly, like eating sweets from Beyonce’s baker and shucking oysters for just a dollar. And for even more tips on how to make the most of December in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like BetterHelp. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s starting to get colder, so why not warm up near the fire pits at Dilworth Park, sip mulled wine in the Christmas Village, or get cozy with a bowl of spaghetti rusticana (and a side of opera) at Victor’s Cafe? In this episode you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying December in Philly, like eating sweets from Beyonce’s baker and shucking oysters for just a dollar.

And for even more tips on how to make the most of December in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like BetterHelp. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show.

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]]> 1482 The ‘Giant Heart’ Leveled Up. Do Our Kids Like It? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Generations of Philadelphia children have walked through The Franklin Institute’s 18-foot-high Giant Heart. The heart was recently renovated as the centerpiece of a new $8.5 million Body Odyssey exhibit featuring three rooms of high-tech interactive activities. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and four kids who they both know very well. Sadie and Reuben are Matt’s kids. Nabi and Yahara are Trenae’s kids. And each has an opinion about the exhibit.   Have a question or just want to share some thoughts about the Giant Heart or anything else? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X & Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The ‘Giant Heart’ Leveled Up. Do Our Kids Like It? full City Cast Generations of Philadelphia children have walked through The Franklin Institute’s 18-foot-high Giant Heart. The heart was recently renovated as the centerpiece of a new $8.5 million Body Odyssey exhibit featuring three rooms of high-tech interactive activities. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and four kids who they both know very well. Sadie and Reuben are Matt’s kids. Nabi and Yahara are Trenae’s kids. And each has an opinion about the exhibit.   Have a question or just want to share some thoughts about the Giant Heart or anything else? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X & Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Generations of Philadelphia children have walked through The Franklin Institute’s 18-foot-high Giant Heart. The heart was recently renovated as the centerpiece of a new $8.5 million Body Odyssey exhibit featuring three rooms of high-tech interactive activities. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and four kids who they both know very well. Sadie and Reuben are Matt’s kids. Nabi and Yahara are Trenae’s kids. And each has an opinion about the exhibit.  

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]]> 1058 'Rocky Fest' Celebrates Rocky's Steps, Rocky's Dog & Rocky's Adrian https://philly.citycast.fm/ Rocky is a beloved character in Philly and beyond. Millions of people come to visit the Rocky statue and run up the steps at the Art Museum each year. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kathryn Ott Lovell, president & CEO of Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, who’s behind the first-ever RockyFest. This festival is eight days of fun, from a bus tour, yappy hour to date night ideas and a movie marathon!  Read more about RockyFest here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 'Rocky Fest' Celebrates Rocky's Steps, Rocky's Dog & Rocky's Adrian full City Cast Rocky is a beloved character in Philly and beyond. Millions of people come to visit the Rocky statue and run up the steps at the Art Museum each year. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kathryn Ott Lovell, president & CEO of Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, who’s behind the first-ever RockyFest. This festival is eight days of fun, from a bus tour, yappy hour to date night ideas and a movie marathon!  Read more about RockyFest here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Rocky is a beloved character in Philly and beyond. Millions of people come to visit the Rocky statue and run up the steps at the Art Museum each year. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kathryn Ott Lovell, president & CEO of Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, who’s behind the first-ever RockyFest. This festival is eight days of fun, from a bus tour, yappy hour to date night ideas and a movie marathon! 

Read more about RockyFest here.

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]]> 1579 Making Christmas Music With the Kelces, Boys II Men & The Philly Specials https://philly.citycast.fm/ The hottest Christmas album in America is as Philly as it comes. “A Philly Special Christmas Party” from the group known as The Philly Specials features Eagles greats Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and the recently retired Jason Kelce, plus guest tracks from Boyz II Men and Stevie Nicks. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with album producer Charlie Hall, the drummer from Philly's own War on Drugs. They talk about why Philly is the perfect inspiration for Christmas music and how a song about a stoned Santa driving down Broad and Pattison is both climbing the holiday charts AND raising money for Philly kids. Need more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have thoughts about The Philly Specials or why Philly in so special? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. We’re also on X & Instagram: Follow us @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Making Christmas Music With the Kelces, Boys II Men & The Philly Specials full City Cast The hottest Christmas album in America is as Philly as it comes. “A Philly Special Christmas Party” from the group known as The Philly Specials features Eagles greats Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and the recently retired Jason Kelce, plus guest tracks from Boyz II Men and Stevie Nicks. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with album producer Charlie Hall, the drummer from Philly's own War on Drugs. They talk about why Philly is the perfect inspiration for Christmas music and how a song about a stoned Santa driving down Broad and Pattison is both climbing the holiday charts AND raising money for Philly kids. Need more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have thoughts about The Philly Specials or why Philly in so special? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. We’re also on X & Instagram: Follow us @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The hottest Christmas album in America is as Philly as it comes. “A Philly Special Christmas Party” from the group known as The Philly Specials features Eagles greats Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and the recently retired Jason Kelce, plus guest tracks from Boyz II Men and Stevie Nicks. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with album producer Charlie Hall, the drummer from Philly's own War on Drugs. They talk about why Philly is the perfect inspiration for Christmas music and how a song about a stoned Santa driving down Broad and Pattison is both climbing the holiday charts AND raising money for Philly kids.

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]]> 1575 SEPTA Strike Averted, Sixers Team Drama & The Karaoke Taxi https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the hearings on the proposed Center City basketball arena, the deal that averted a SEPTA strike, and the questions surrounding the shooting death of Robert Jones by an off-duty cop. We also have news on behind-the-scenes drama with the Sixers and a loud karaoke taxi driving around town that’s bringing both joy and distress. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Chinatown advocates tell City Council 76ers arena would push neighborhood 'toward the precipice' City Council needs to take the Sixers arena proposal seriously | Editorial Man shot and killed by off-duty Philly homicide detective was unarmed, sources and family’s lawyer say A karaoke taxi has come to town but some want the plug pulled on the Center City attraction SEPTA strike averted in last-minute deal with transit workers union How is SEPTA funded? Inside the Philadelphia transit agency's budget – and what's behind the "death spiral" Shapiro says he won’t let SEPTA ‘fail’ as struggling transit agency warns of looming cuts Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Strike Averted, Sixers Team Drama & The Karaoke Taxi full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the hearings on the proposed Center City basketball arena, the deal that averted a SEPTA strike, and the questions surrounding the shooting death of Robert Jones by an off-duty cop. We also have news on behind-the-scenes drama with the Sixers and a loud karaoke taxi driving around town that’s bringing both joy and distress. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Chinatown advocates tell City Council 76ers arena would push neighborhood 'toward the precipice' City Council needs to take the Sixers arena proposal seriously | Editorial Man shot and killed by off-duty Philly homicide detective was unarmed, sources and family’s lawyer say A karaoke taxi has come to town but some want the plug pulled on the Center City attraction SEPTA strike averted in last-minute deal with transit workers union How is SEPTA funded? Inside the Philadelphia transit agency's budget – and what's behind the "death spiral" Shapiro says he won’t let SEPTA ‘fail’ as struggling transit agency warns of looming cuts Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the hearings on the proposed Center City basketball arena, the deal that averted a SEPTA strike, and the questions surrounding the shooting death of Robert Jones by an off-duty cop. We also have news on behind-the-scenes drama with the Sixers and a loud karaoke taxi driving around town that’s bringing both joy and distress. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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]]> 1756 Warm, Weird—and Maybe White?—Weather in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Has the weather been throwing you off lately? Between the historic lack of rain and mild fall temperatures, it’s hard to imagine what the climate will look like in the coming months. So Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Tony Wood, a reporter for the Inquirer who focuses on weather, to get a breakdown of what’s causing these conditions and what to expect next.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns  If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here." Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Warm, Weird—and Maybe White?—Weather in Philly full City Cast Has the weather been throwing you off lately? Between the historic lack of rain and mild fall temperatures, it’s hard to imagine what the climate will look like in the coming months. So Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Tony Wood, a reporter for the Inquirer who focuses on weather, to get a breakdown of what’s causing these conditions and what to expect next.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns  If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here." Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Has the weather been throwing you off lately? Between the historic lack of rain and mild fall temperatures, it’s hard to imagine what the climate will look like in the coming months. So Host Trenae Nuri sat down with Tony Wood, a reporter for the Inquirer who focuses on weather, to get a breakdown of what’s causing these conditions and what to expect next. 

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We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1711 Talkin’ Trash in the City https://philly.citycast.fm/ Last week we talked about criticisms of the city’s ambitious initiative to clean every block in every neighborhood. Today we sit down with Casey Kuklick, deputy director of the office that runs the citywide clean-up, about the trash-clearing efforts now and going forward. Kuklick reveals that some of us are getting twice-weekly trash pick-ups! Have complaints or concerns (or compliments) about trash in the city? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X & Instagram. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Talkin’ Trash in the City full City Cast Last week we talked about criticisms of the city’s ambitious initiative to clean every block in every neighborhood. Today we sit down with Casey Kuklick, deputy director of the office that runs the citywide clean-up, about the trash-clearing efforts now and going forward. Kuklick reveals that some of us are getting twice-weekly trash pick-ups! Have complaints or concerns (or compliments) about trash in the city? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X & Instagram. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Last week we talked about criticisms of the city’s ambitious initiative to clean every block in every neighborhood. Today we sit down with Casey Kuklick, deputy director of the office that runs the citywide clean-up, about the trash-clearing efforts now and going forward. Kuklick reveals that some of us are getting twice-weekly trash pick-ups!

Have complaints or concerns (or compliments) about trash in the city? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1574 Philly Has a Dog Problem. It Starts With Poop. https://philly.citycast.fm/ What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her article: "How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control?" They wonder why dogs are now in the grocery stores, and they ask how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live together in harmony in the City of Brotherly Love.  We expect you probably have some thoughts one way or another about today's show. Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Let us know if we can use your name on the air. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re on X & Instagram. Follow us @citycastphilly. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Philly Has a Dog Problem. It Starts With Poop. full City Cast What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her article: "How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control?" They wonder why dogs are now in the grocery stores, and they ask how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live together in harmony in the City of Brotherly Love.  We expect you probably have some thoughts one way or another about today's show. Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Let us know if we can use your name on the air. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re on X & Instagram. Follow us @citycastphilly. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her article: "How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control?" They wonder why dogs are now in the grocery stores, and they ask how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live together in harmony in the City of Brotherly Love. 

We expect you probably have some thoughts one way or another about today's show. Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Let us know if we can use your name on the air.

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]]> 1626 Best Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving https://philly.citycast.fm/ Thanksgiving dinner is delicious, sure, but it can be a hassle to prep and cook. So if you’re prioritizing ease this Thanksgiving, and therefore you want someone else to do the cooking, there are plenty of Philly restaurants where you can make a reservation. Host Trenae Nuri spoke with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, a local food reporter and founder of Tiny Table Tours, about the best places to dine on the 28th. Pro tip: Get those reservations ASAP! Restaurants mentioned in the episode:  Dim Sum House The Twisted Tail Bridget Foy's  Fork Parc  a. kitchen Le Cavalier  Sapori Trattoria Italiana Assembly Rooftop Lounge Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Best Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving full City Cast Thanksgiving dinner is delicious, sure, but it can be a hassle to prep and cook. So if you’re prioritizing ease this Thanksgiving, and therefore you want someone else to do the cooking, there are plenty of Philly restaurants where you can make a reservation. Host Trenae Nuri spoke with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, a local food reporter and founder of Tiny Table Tours, about the best places to dine on the 28th. Pro tip: Get those reservations ASAP! Restaurants mentioned in the episode:  Dim Sum House The Twisted Tail Bridget Foy's  Fork Parc  a. kitchen Le Cavalier  Sapori Trattoria Italiana Assembly Rooftop Lounge Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thanksgiving dinner is delicious, sure, but it can be a hassle to prep and cook. So if you’re prioritizing ease this Thanksgiving, and therefore you want someone else to do the cooking, there are plenty of Philly restaurants where you can make a reservation. Host Trenae Nuri spoke with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, a local food reporter and founder of Tiny Table Tours, about the best places to dine on the 28th. Pro tip: Get those reservations ASAP!

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]]> 1048 Recount in Senate Race, 76ers Arena Debate, & Jersey Is Burning https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the recount that’s been ordered in the Pennsylvania Senate race between Dave McCormick and Sen. Bob Casey. We also cover what came out of this week’s City Council hearings on the proposed Sixers arena and why Philly is smelling smoke from New Jersey. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Council hears testimony from Parker administration on proposed Sixers arena Philly City Council kicks off series of hearings devoted to Sixers’ arena proposal Pennsylvania Senate race headed to recount as Casey trails McCormick by less than half a point Bob Brady’s feud with the Harris campaign reignited long-held criticisms of the city party. But he says he’s not going anywhere. N.J. declares drought warning as conditions worsen; state’s biggest water supplier orders mandatory conservation South Jersey wildfires create hazy conditions in Philadelphia on Sunday 14-year-old charged with aggravated arson for allegedly starting 52-acre wildfire in South Jersey What does ‘John Wick’ have to do with the N.J. wildfires? See tips for how to conserve water during this dry spell here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this episode:  Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Recount in Senate Race, 76ers Arena Debate, & Jersey Is Burning full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the recount that’s been ordered in the Pennsylvania Senate race between Dave McCormick and Sen. Bob Casey. We also cover what came out of this week’s City Council hearings on the proposed Sixers arena and why Philly is smelling smoke from New Jersey. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Council hears testimony from Parker administration on proposed Sixers arena Philly City Council kicks off series of hearings devoted to Sixers’ arena proposal Pennsylvania Senate race headed to recount as Casey trails McCormick by less than half a point Bob Brady’s feud with the Harris campaign reignited long-held criticisms of the city party. But he says he’s not going anywhere. N.J. declares drought warning as conditions worsen; state’s biggest water supplier orders mandatory conservation South Jersey wildfires create hazy conditions in Philadelphia on Sunday 14-year-old charged with aggravated arson for allegedly starting 52-acre wildfire in South Jersey What does ‘John Wick’ have to do with the N.J. wildfires? See tips for how to conserve water during this dry spell here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this episode:  Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the recount that’s been ordered in the Pennsylvania Senate race between Dave McCormick and Sen. Bob Casey. We also cover what came out of this week’s City Council hearings on the proposed Sixers arena and why Philly is smelling smoke from New Jersey. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz. 

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]]> 1696 SEPTA's 'Death Spiral,’ Explained https://philly.citycast.fm/ SEPTA says it’s in a financial death spiral. The transit agency is about to increase fares on everything, across the board, by 25%. And cuts to service are on the way. Meanwhile, SEPTA’s CEO just quit, and in the backdrop of all of that, workers are threatening to strike. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. They break down what this all could mean for your ride to work and school.  Read more of Tom’s reporting here. SEPTA is holding an upcoming public hearing about fare increases. Find out more here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 SEPTA's 'Death Spiral,’ Explained full City Cast SEPTA says it’s in a financial death spiral. The transit agency is about to increase fares on everything, across the board, by 25%. And cuts to service are on the way. Meanwhile, SEPTA’s CEO just quit, and in the backdrop of all of that, workers are threatening to strike. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. They break down what this all could mean for your ride to work and school.  Read more of Tom’s reporting here. SEPTA is holding an upcoming public hearing about fare increases. Find out more here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. SEPTA says it’s in a financial death spiral. The transit agency is about to increase fares on everything, across the board, by 25%. And cuts to service are on the way. Meanwhile, SEPTA’s CEO just quit, and in the backdrop of all of that, workers are threatening to strike. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. They break down what this all could mean for your ride to work and school. 

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]]> 1738 Why Is Philly Still Dirty? https://philly.citycast.fm/ This summer the city embarked on an initiative to clean every block in every neighborhood. And last month the city announced results: Workers cleaned more than 18,000 blocks, cleared over 5,000 lots, towed about 2,000 vehicles, and removed 2,078 instances of graffiti. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, who says those numbers don’t tell the full story – because the citywide cleanup actually failed.  Read Nic’s opinion article in Grid Magazine and check out Glitter, the street-cleaning service he mentioned. You can also read The Inquirer’s coverage of the issue. To find out where and when trash gets picked up by the city, go here and scroll to PickupPHL. And to find out when your block is due to get cleaned under the citywide cleaning program, go here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 13 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why Is Philly Still Dirty? full City Cast This summer the city embarked on an initiative to clean every block in every neighborhood. And last month the city announced results: Workers cleaned more than 18,000 blocks, cleared over 5,000 lots, towed about 2,000 vehicles, and removed 2,078 instances of graffiti. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, who says those numbers don’t tell the full story – because the citywide cleanup actually failed.  Read Nic’s opinion article in Grid Magazine and check out Glitter, the street-cleaning service he mentioned. You can also read The Inquirer’s coverage of the issue. To find out where and when trash gets picked up by the city, go here and scroll to PickupPHL. And to find out when your block is due to get cleaned under the citywide cleaning program, go here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This summer the city embarked on an initiative to clean every block in every neighborhood. And last month the city announced results: Workers cleaned more than 18,000 blocks, cleared over 5,000 lots, towed about 2,000 vehicles, and removed 2,078 instances of graffiti. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, who says those numbers don’t tell the full story – because the citywide cleanup actually failed. 

Read Nic’s opinion article in Grid Magazine and check out Glitter, the street-cleaning service he mentioned. You can also read The Inquirer’s coverage of the issue. To find out where and when trash gets picked up by the city, go here and scroll to PickupPHL. And to find out when your block is due to get cleaned under the citywide cleaning program, go here.

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]]> 1308 76 Essential Places to Eat in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Philadelphia Inquirer’s list of the 76 essential places to eat in Philly is here, and host Trenae Nuri is talking to the two editors who put it all together – Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan.  Here’s all of the restaurants referenced in this episode, in order of their mention: Doro Bet Villa di Roma Scannicchio’s Parc Barclay Prime  Alpen Rose Borromini Suraya Kalaya Saad’s Zeppoli Li Beirut Fond Gabriella’s Vietnam Friday Saturday Sunday Little Walter Dinner House John’s Roast Pork Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 76 Essential Places to Eat in Philly full City Cast The Philadelphia Inquirer’s list of the 76 essential places to eat in Philly is here, and host Trenae Nuri is talking to the two editors who put it all together – Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan.  Here’s all of the restaurants referenced in this episode, in order of their mention: Doro Bet Villa di Roma Scannicchio’s Parc Barclay Prime  Alpen Rose Borromini Suraya Kalaya Saad’s Zeppoli Li Beirut Fond Gabriella’s Vietnam Friday Saturday Sunday Little Walter Dinner House John’s Roast Pork Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s list of the 76 essential places to eat in Philly is here, and host Trenae Nuri is talking to the two editors who put it all together – Margaret Eby and Matt Buchanan. 

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]]> 1610 Creating Spaces for Philly Kids To Be Kids There's been a lot of national political news filling our feeds this past week. Let's zoom into what's happening on the ground here in Philly and revisit a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Shawna Smith, founder and owner of A Chance at Life, and Prentice Boone, founder of the Junior Barber Academy. They discuss how to create spaces for young people in our city. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Creating Spaces for Philly Kids To Be Kids full City Cast There's been a lot of national political news filling our feeds this past week. Let's zoom into what's happening on the ground here in Philly and revisit a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Shawna Smith, founder and owner of A Chance at Life, and Prentice Boone, founder of the Junior Barber Academy. They discuss how to create spaces for young people in our city. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There's been a lot of national political news filling our feeds this past week. Let's zoom into what's happening on the ground here in Philly and revisit a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Shawna Smith, founder and owner of A Chance at Life, and Prentice Boone, founder of the Junior Barber Academy. They discuss how to create spaces for young people in our city.

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]]> 1016 Trump’s Impact on Philly, Kelce & Embiid Brotherly Shoves, Election Detox https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about how it feels now that this election is over and what a Trump presidency will mean for Philadelphians. We also cover the latest on the Jason Kelce and Joel Embiid incidents. Plus, how we’re decompressing from the election. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  To win Pennsylvania, Donald Trump did exactly what he needed to in Philly: Improve slightly. Philadelphia City Commissioners Unofficial 2024 Election Results  Donald Trump’s growing support among Latino voters helped him clinch battleground Pennsylvania Kamala Harris campaign lashes out at Bob Brady for his lack of leadership after he claims no responsibility for Tuesday’s red wave Common Wealth of Pennsylvania Unofficial Election Results Jason Kelce on phone-throwing incident: ‘The thing that I regret the most is saying that word’ Joel Embiid suspended 3 games for shoving media member Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Trump’s Impact on Philly, Kelce & Embiid Brotherly Shoves, Election Detox full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about how it feels now that this election is over and what a Trump presidency will mean for Philadelphians. We also cover the latest on the Jason Kelce and Joel Embiid incidents. Plus, how we’re decompressing from the election. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  To win Pennsylvania, Donald Trump did exactly what he needed to in Philly: Improve slightly. Philadelphia City Commissioners Unofficial 2024 Election Results  Donald Trump’s growing support among Latino voters helped him clinch battleground Pennsylvania Kamala Harris campaign lashes out at Bob Brady for his lack of leadership after he claims no responsibility for Tuesday’s red wave Common Wealth of Pennsylvania Unofficial Election Results Jason Kelce on phone-throwing incident: ‘The thing that I regret the most is saying that word’ Joel Embiid suspended 3 games for shoving media member Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about how it feels now that this election is over and what a Trump presidency will mean for Philadelphians. We also cover the latest on the Jason Kelce and Joel Embiid incidents. Plus, how we’re decompressing from the election. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and producer Abby Fritz. 

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]]> 2047 Making Sense of Trump's Success in Philly & Beyond https://philly.citycast.fm/ Donald Trump is now president-elect. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Brian Rosenwald, political and media historian at the University of Pennsylvania, who writes about politics on Substack at The World According to Brian. They discuss how Trump did far better than previous Republican candidates in overwhelmingly Democratic Philly, and what his victory means for American democracy.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Philadelphia Citizen  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Making Sense of Trump's Success in Philly & Beyond full City Cast Donald Trump is now president-elect. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Brian Rosenwald, political and media historian at the University of Pennsylvania, who writes about politics on Substack at The World According to Brian. They discuss how Trump did far better than previous Republican candidates in overwhelmingly Democratic Philly, and what his victory means for American democracy.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Philadelphia Citizen  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Donald Trump is now president-elect. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Brian Rosenwald, political and media historian at the University of Pennsylvania, who writes about politics on Substack at The World According to Brian. They discuss how Trump did far better than previous Republican candidates in overwhelmingly Democratic Philly, and what his victory means for American democracy. 

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]]> 1858 About Last Night: Trump Surges in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ The sun is rising in Philadelphia, and we’re here with the latest results in the presidential, senate and local elections. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and producer Abby Fritz have reports from polling places and the most up-to-date results.  Follow the latest vote in tally in Philly:  Philadelphia City Commissioners Office  Want some more Philly election news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 12:18:00 -0000 About Last Night: Trump Surges in Philly full City Cast The sun is rising in Philadelphia, and we’re here with the latest results in the presidential, senate and local elections. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and producer Abby Fritz have reports from polling places and the most up-to-date results.  Follow the latest vote in tally in Philly:  Philadelphia City Commissioners Office  Want some more Philly election news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The sun is rising in Philadelphia, and we’re here with the latest results in the presidential, senate and local elections. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and producer Abby Fritz have reports from polling places and the most up-to-date results. 

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]]> 803 The Four Cities That Could Decide the Election https://philly.citycast.fm/ As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Trenae Nuri, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Las Vegas, Madison, and Pittsburgh. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The Four Cities That Could Decide the Election full City Cast As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Trenae Nuri, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Las Vegas, Madison, and Pittsburgh. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Trenae Nuri, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Las Vegas, Madison, and Pittsburgh. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other.

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]]> 1600 How Does Voting Really Work in Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Tomorrow is the big day. And the Philadelphia City Commissioners – the three elected officials in charge of voting – have been busy preparing. So whether you voted by mail or plan to do so in-person tomorrow, what really happens after you vote? Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Commissioner Seth Bluestein, a Republican, about how voting works, whether voter fraud really happens, and why Philly hasn’t started counting mail ballots just yet.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0000 How Does Voting Really Work in Philly? full City Cast Tomorrow is the big day. And the Philadelphia City Commissioners – the three elected officials in charge of voting – have been busy preparing. So whether you voted by mail or plan to do so in-person tomorrow, what really happens after you vote? Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Commissioner Seth Bluestein, a Republican, about how voting works, whether voter fraud really happens, and why Philly hasn’t started counting mail ballots just yet.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: The Philadelphia Citizen Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tomorrow is the big day. And the Philadelphia City Commissioners – the three elected officials in charge of voting – have been busy preparing. So whether you voted by mail or plan to do so in-person tomorrow, what really happens after you vote? Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Commissioner Seth Bluestein, a Republican, about how voting works, whether voter fraud really happens, and why Philly hasn’t started counting mail ballots just yet.  

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]]> 1310 Harris/Trump Tied, $1 Billion on Ads & A Celebrity Surge https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! All eyes have been on Pennsylvania – perhaps the most important swing state in the presidential election. Here in Philly, we haven’t had this much influence since the Founding Fathers met up in Independence Hall. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to break down the last days of this polarizing election and how Philly may hold the deciding votes. They discuss how Harris and Trump are basically tied, which celebrities are coming to town, and what’s happening on the campaign trail this weekend.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great journalism:  Vice President Kamala Harris will hold an election eve rally in front of Philadelphia Museum of Art Harris and Trump are navigating Pennsylvania’s gender gap with bro podcasts and ladies’ room Post-its Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obama exhort Philly supporters to get out and vote for Kamala Harris The Interview: John Fetterman Fears Trump is Stronger Than Ever Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Harris/Trump Tied, $1 Billion on Ads & A Celebrity Surge full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! All eyes have been on Pennsylvania – perhaps the most important swing state in the presidential election. Here in Philly, we haven’t had this much influence since the Founding Fathers met up in Independence Hall. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to break down the last days of this polarizing election and how Philly may hold the deciding votes. They discuss how Harris and Trump are basically tied, which celebrities are coming to town, and what’s happening on the campaign trail this weekend.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great journalism:  Vice President Kamala Harris will hold an election eve rally in front of Philadelphia Museum of Art Harris and Trump are navigating Pennsylvania’s gender gap with bro podcasts and ladies’ room Post-its Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obama exhort Philly supporters to get out and vote for Kamala Harris The Interview: John Fetterman Fears Trump is Stronger Than Ever Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! All eyes have been on Pennsylvania – perhaps the most important swing state in the presidential election. Here in Philly, we haven’t had this much influence since the Founding Fathers met up in Independence Hall. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to break down the last days of this polarizing election and how Philly may hold the deciding votes. They discuss how Harris and Trump are basically tied, which celebrities are coming to town, and what’s happening on the campaign trail this weekend. 

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]]> 2291 Your Guide to Philly in November 2024 https://philly.citycast.fm/ Tis’ the season for the return of the Giant Heart, a fake living room on fire, and lots of food!  In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying November in Philly, where to find the kale Caesar hoagie that’s breaking TikTok, how to cheer on runners during the Philadelphia Marathon and Rocky Run, and where to take the family to celebrate the holidays. For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Philly, sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly and read our picks for what to do this month. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here. And for more about the other sponsor of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Philly in November 2024 full City Cast Tis’ the season for the return of the Giant Heart, a fake living room on fire, and lots of food!  In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying November in Philly, where to find the kale Caesar hoagie that’s breaking TikTok, how to cheer on runners during the Philadelphia Marathon and Rocky Run, and where to take the family to celebrate the holidays. For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Philly, sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly and read our picks for what to do this month. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here. And for more about the other sponsor of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tis’ the season for the return of the Giant Heart, a fake living room on fire, and lots of food! 

In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying November in Philly, where to find the kale Caesar hoagie that’s breaking TikTok, how to cheer on runners during the Philadelphia Marathon and Rocky Run, and where to take the family to celebrate the holidays.

For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Philly, sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly and read our picks for what to do this month.

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here.

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]]> 2319 Philly's New Initiative to Help People After Prison https://philly.citycast.fm/ An estimated 25,000 people annually are released from prison and return to their communities in Philadelphia. But state data shows that two-thirds of those who are released end up back in prison. To reduce recidivism and better transition returning citizens back home, the city just opened its first reentry-focused Neighborhood Resource Center. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Pamela Superville, deputy director of the city’s Office of Reentry Partnerships, and Desmond McKinson, manager of Neighborhood Resource Centers in the city Office of Public Safety. They discuss the challenges of reentry for those involved in the justice system. The Hunting Park Neighborhood Resource Center is located at 2221 West Venango Street.  Contact Desmond McKinson at desmond.mckinson@phila.gov or call 267-331-1535 Pamela Superville will be speaking at Closing the Gender Wealth Gap: Incarceration as Wealth Extraction on November 13th at 4pm. Register here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly's New Initiative to Help People After Prison full City Cast An estimated 25,000 people annually are released from prison and return to their communities in Philadelphia. But state data shows that two-thirds of those who are released end up back in prison. To reduce recidivism and better transition returning citizens back home, the city just opened its first reentry-focused Neighborhood Resource Center. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Pamela Superville, deputy director of the city’s Office of Reentry Partnerships, and Desmond McKinson, manager of Neighborhood Resource Centers in the city Office of Public Safety. They discuss the challenges of reentry for those involved in the justice system. The Hunting Park Neighborhood Resource Center is located at 2221 West Venango Street.  Contact Desmond McKinson at desmond.mckinson@phila.gov or call 267-331-1535 Pamela Superville will be speaking at Closing the Gender Wealth Gap: Incarceration as Wealth Extraction on November 13th at 4pm. Register here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. An estimated 25,000 people annually are released from prison and return to their communities in Philadelphia. But state data shows that two-thirds of those who are released end up back in prison. To reduce recidivism and better transition returning citizens back home, the city just opened its first reentry-focused Neighborhood Resource Center. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Pamela Superville, deputy director of the city’s Office of Reentry Partnerships, and Desmond McKinson, manager of Neighborhood Resource Centers in the city Office of Public Safety. They discuss the challenges of reentry for those involved in the justice system.

The Hunting Park Neighborhood Resource Center is located at 2221 West Venango Street. 

Contact Desmond McKinson at desmond.mckinson@phila.gov or call 267-331-1535

Pamela Superville will be speaking at Closing the Gender Wealth Gap: Incarceration as Wealth Extraction on November 13th at 4pm. Register here.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1292 Don't Get Hit With Pink Slime During the Election https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re just one week away from Election Day. In a polarizing political climate, how do you know if the news you are consuming is accurate and reliable? We’re looking back at a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Andrea Wenzel, author and associate professor at Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, about the ways we can spot the difference between real news, fake news, and a kind of disinformation called “pink slime.” Wenzel also authored the book, Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Don't Get Hit With Pink Slime During the Election full City Cast We’re just one week away from Election Day. In a polarizing political climate, how do you know if the news you are consuming is accurate and reliable? We’re looking back at a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Andrea Wenzel, author and associate professor at Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, about the ways we can spot the difference between real news, fake news, and a kind of disinformation called “pink slime.” Wenzel also authored the book, Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re just one week away from Election Day. In a polarizing political climate, how do you know if the news you are consuming is accurate and reliable? We’re looking back at a conversation host Trenae Nuri had with Andrea Wenzel, author and associate professor at Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, about the ways we can spot the difference between real news, fake news, and a kind of disinformation called “pink slime.” Wenzel also authored the book, Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1013 See a Movie – and Check Out the Ballet – On Your EBT Card https://philly.citycast.fm/ About a half-million Philadelphians use the SNAP program to buy food. But you can do way more than just buy food with your EBT card – anything from movie tickets to funding your education. Host Trenae Nuri talks about the ways to utilize this program with City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz. For more info about SNAP go here, and for employment and training benefits go here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 See a Movie – and Check Out the Ballet – On Your EBT Card full City Cast About a half-million Philadelphians use the SNAP program to buy food. But you can do way more than just buy food with your EBT card – anything from movie tickets to funding your education. Host Trenae Nuri talks about the ways to utilize this program with City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz. For more info about SNAP go here, and for employment and training benefits go here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. About a half-million Philadelphians use the SNAP program to buy food. But you can do way more than just buy food with your EBT card – anything from movie tickets to funding your education. Host Trenae Nuri talks about the ways to utilize this program with City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz.

For more info about SNAP go here, and for employment and training benefits go here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1096 The 3 OTHER Races To Know About on Pennsylvania Ballots https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today we’re talking about the race for state attorney general, state auditor and state treasurer. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and capitol reporter from Spotlight PA, Stephen Caruso, to break down these PA races.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the candidates for auditor general Meet Eugene DePasquale and Dave Sunday, the front-runners to be Pa.’s next attorney general Race to watch: Contested race for Pa. treasurer Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The 3 OTHER Races To Know About on Pennsylvania Ballots full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today we’re talking about the race for state attorney general, state auditor and state treasurer. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and capitol reporter from Spotlight PA, Stephen Caruso, to break down these PA races.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the candidates for auditor general Meet Eugene DePasquale and Dave Sunday, the front-runners to be Pa.’s next attorney general Race to watch: Contested race for Pa. treasurer Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today we’re talking about the race for state attorney general, state auditor and state treasurer. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and capitol reporter from Spotlight PA, Stephen Caruso, to break down these PA races.  

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1911 Philly Found Its Lead Pipes. Now They're Getting Replaced. https://philly.citycast.fm/ Last week the Philadelphia Water Department announced that it made a deadline set by the Environmental Protection Agency to track all of its lead pipes. While much of this mapping of this service line material is still marked “unknown,” the department will have 10 years to replace all lead piping in the city, to be in compliance with a new law the Biden administration officially passed earlier this month. Back in May, host Trenae Nuri spoke with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about the plan to find these pipes and why the EPA wants to replace them. See PWD’s interactive service line material map here. Read Zane’s full story in Grid here.   Resources mentioned in the episode: How to get your water tested. Find out if the water service line leading to your house is made of lead Check out the city’s Lead Guide Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Found Its Lead Pipes. Now They're Getting Replaced. full City Cast Last week the Philadelphia Water Department announced that it made a deadline set by the Environmental Protection Agency to track all of its lead pipes. While much of this mapping of this service line material is still marked “unknown,” the department will have 10 years to replace all lead piping in the city, to be in compliance with a new law the Biden administration officially passed earlier this month. Back in May, host Trenae Nuri spoke with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about the plan to find these pipes and why the EPA wants to replace them. See PWD’s interactive service line material map here. Read Zane’s full story in Grid here.   Resources mentioned in the episode: How to get your water tested. Find out if the water service line leading to your house is made of lead Check out the city’s Lead Guide Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Last week the Philadelphia Water Department announced that it made a deadline set by the Environmental Protection Agency to track all of its lead pipes. While much of this mapping of this service line material is still marked “unknown,” the department will have 10 years to replace all lead piping in the city, to be in compliance with a new law the Biden administration officially passed earlier this month. Back in May, host Trenae Nuri spoke with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about the plan to find these pipes and why the EPA wants to replace them.

See PWD’s interactive service line material map here.

Read Zane’s full story in Grid here.  

Resources mentioned in the episode:


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]]> 809 Why Won't State Republicans Fund SEPTA? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Drastic cuts to SEPTA service and fare hikes loom after state Republicans held up funding that the transit agency says it needs to survive. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Democratic State Representative Ben Waxman, who represents Center City and parts of South Philly, about funding SEPTA, possible cuts, and how Philly can get its fair share from Harrisburg.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why Won't State Republicans Fund SEPTA? full City Cast Drastic cuts to SEPTA service and fare hikes loom after state Republicans held up funding that the transit agency says it needs to survive. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Democratic State Representative Ben Waxman, who represents Center City and parts of South Philly, about funding SEPTA, possible cuts, and how Philly can get its fair share from Harrisburg.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Drastic cuts to SEPTA service and fare hikes loom after state Republicans held up funding that the transit agency says it needs to survive. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Democratic State Representative Ben Waxman, who represents Center City and parts of South Philly, about funding SEPTA, possible cuts, and how Philly can get its fair share from Harrisburg. 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1650 Kelce Overload, Wing Bowl Movie & the Phanatic Has a Baby https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s a Philly pop culture roundup! We’re talking about how the Kelce family is just … everywhere, plus a documentary about Wing Bowl and a question we can’t answer: Would you have a baby with the Phanatic? Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Johnny Goodtimes, Philly’s legendary quizzo host. They also chat about Philly sports, books, and the “Abbott Elementary”/“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” collaboration. Sign up for Johnny’s newsletter to stay up up-to-date on his events and Philly recommendations.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Kelce Overload, Wing Bowl Movie & the Phanatic Has a Baby full City Cast It’s a Philly pop culture roundup! We’re talking about how the Kelce family is just … everywhere, plus a documentary about Wing Bowl and a question we can’t answer: Would you have a baby with the Phanatic? Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Johnny Goodtimes, Philly’s legendary quizzo host. They also chat about Philly sports, books, and the “Abbott Elementary”/“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” collaboration. Sign up for Johnny’s newsletter to stay up up-to-date on his events and Philly recommendations.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s a Philly pop culture roundup! We’re talking about how the Kelce family is just … everywhere, plus a documentary about Wing Bowl and a question we can’t answer: Would you have a baby with the Phanatic? Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Johnny Goodtimes, Philly’s legendary quizzo host. They also chat about Philly sports, books, and the “Abbott Elementary”/“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” collaboration.

Sign up for Johnny’s newsletter to stay up up-to-date on his events and Philly recommendations. 

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]]> 2051 8 Years of Philly Music Fest https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly Music Fest starts this week. It’s seven nights of music from 23 Philly bands and artists representing rock, hip hop, bluegrass, jazz and more. Not only is PMF centered around music, it hopes to connect industry professionals to the city’s creative community. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Greg Seltzer, founder and producer of the festival, to talk about the sounds of the city and how to keep a local music festival running for eight years.  Check out the whole lineup on their website and reserve your spot for the Inside Hustle 2024 event here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 8 Years of Philly Music Fest full City Cast Philly Music Fest starts this week. It’s seven nights of music from 23 Philly bands and artists representing rock, hip hop, bluegrass, jazz and more. Not only is PMF centered around music, it hopes to connect industry professionals to the city’s creative community. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Greg Seltzer, founder and producer of the festival, to talk about the sounds of the city and how to keep a local music festival running for eight years.  Check out the whole lineup on their website and reserve your spot for the Inside Hustle 2024 event here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly Music Fest starts this week. It’s seven nights of music from 23 Philly bands and artists representing rock, hip hop, bluegrass, jazz and more. Not only is PMF centered around music, it hopes to connect industry professionals to the city’s creative community. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Greg Seltzer, founder and producer of the festival, to talk about the sounds of the city and how to keep a local music festival running for eight years. 

Check out the whole lineup on their website and reserve your spot for the Inside Hustle 2024 event here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1182 Philly is the Center of the Political Universe It’s the Friday News Roundup! If you’ve recently tuned out all the election drama, we’ve got you covered. Since the race for president is now centered on Pennsylvania, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris – and Elon Musk! – have been campaigning in and around Philly. Our city might be the most significant in the country when it comes to determining who moves into the White House, but there are new complaints that the Harris operation isn’t properly organized and Trump is making inroads with Black and blue-collar voters. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local and national journalism:  Inside Trump’s bizarre first town hall in the Philly suburbs, which included a 30-minute playlist party and election date flub Kamala Harris campaigns in Bucks County with former GOP lawmakers, ex-Trump aides Trump sways and bops to music for 39 minutes in bizarre town hall episode Musk Is Going All In to Elect Trump Philly officials criticize Kamala Harris’ campaign for overlooking their role in winning Pennsylvania: ‘They’ll blame us if we lose’ ‘Pennsylvania is such a mess’: Inside Team Harris’ unusual levels of finger-pointing The grieving mother who was caught off guard when she appeared in a Trump ad asks the former president to intervene In deep-blue Philly, working class voters are shifting toward Republicans Check your voter registration status here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly is the Center of the Political Universe full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! If you’ve recently tuned out all the election drama, we’ve got you covered. Since the race for president is now centered on Pennsylvania, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris – and Elon Musk! – have been campaigning in and around Philly. Our city might be the most significant in the country when it comes to determining who moves into the White House, but there are new complaints that the Harris operation isn’t properly organized and Trump is making inroads with Black and blue-collar voters. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local and national journalism:  Inside Trump’s bizarre first town hall in the Philly suburbs, which included a 30-minute playlist party and election date flub Kamala Harris campaigns in Bucks County with former GOP lawmakers, ex-Trump aides Trump sways and bops to music for 39 minutes in bizarre town hall episode Musk Is Going All In to Elect Trump Philly officials criticize Kamala Harris’ campaign for overlooking their role in winning Pennsylvania: ‘They’ll blame us if we lose’ ‘Pennsylvania is such a mess’: Inside Team Harris’ unusual levels of finger-pointing The grieving mother who was caught off guard when she appeared in a Trump ad asks the former president to intervene In deep-blue Philly, working class voters are shifting toward Republicans Check your voter registration status here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! If you’ve recently tuned out all the election drama, we’ve got you covered. Since the race for president is now centered on Pennsylvania, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris – and Elon Musk! – have been campaigning in and around Philly. Our city might be the most significant in the country when it comes to determining who moves into the White House, but there are new complaints that the Harris operation isn’t properly organized and Trump is making inroads with Black and blue-collar voters. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local and national journalism: 


Check your voter registration status here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1512 Philly's New Animated Family on FOX https://philly.citycast.fm/ There’s a new, extremely Philly, animated show on FOX, called “Universal Basic Guys.”  Host Trenae Nuri talks with Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are now bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience. Catch the show on Sunday nights right before “The Simpsons!” Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly's New Animated Family on FOX full City Cast There’s a new, extremely Philly, animated show on FOX, called “Universal Basic Guys.”  Host Trenae Nuri talks with Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are now bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience. Catch the show on Sunday nights right before “The Simpsons!” Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There’s a new, extremely Philly, animated show on FOX, called “Universal Basic Guys.”  Host Trenae Nuri talks with Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are now bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience.

Catch the show on Sunday nights right before “The Simpsons!”

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1218 Why Political Ads are Everywhere in Pennsylvania https://philly.citycast.fm/ Political commercials are everywhere in Pennsylvania right now, to the tune of more than $430 million so far. So who’s paying for all of this, and why are they so negative? Our colleague at City Cast Pittsburgh, host Megan Harris, speaks with PublicSource’s Charlie Wolfson about the men and masks behind the money. Charlie’s “Spot Check” series will publish most Thursdays leading up to the November election. He also tracked many of the billionaires and concealed donors who’ve flooded Pennsylvania screens with attack ads, and helps explain how their ads differ from those explicitly endorsed by candidates and their parties.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why Political Ads are Everywhere in Pennsylvania full City Cast Political commercials are everywhere in Pennsylvania right now, to the tune of more than $430 million so far. So who’s paying for all of this, and why are they so negative? Our colleague at City Cast Pittsburgh, host Megan Harris, speaks with PublicSource’s Charlie Wolfson about the men and masks behind the money. Charlie’s “Spot Check” series will publish most Thursdays leading up to the November election. He also tracked many of the billionaires and concealed donors who’ve flooded Pennsylvania screens with attack ads, and helps explain how their ads differ from those explicitly endorsed by candidates and their parties.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Political commercials are everywhere in Pennsylvania right now, to the tune of more than $430 million so far. So who’s paying for all of this, and why are they so negative? Our colleague at City Cast Pittsburgh, host Megan Harris, speaks with PublicSource’s Charlie Wolfson about the men and masks behind the money.

Charlie’s “Spot Check” series will publish most Thursdays leading up to the November election. He also tracked many of the billionaires and concealed donors who’ve flooded Pennsylvania screens with attack ads, and helps explain how their ads differ from those explicitly endorsed by candidates and their parties. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 731 The Local Stories About to Be National https://philly.citycast.fm/ Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Philly's own Trenae Nuri along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, and Portland. City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Local Stories About to Be National full City Cast Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Philly's own Trenae Nuri along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, and Portland. City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Philly's own Trenae Nuri along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, and Portland.

City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

]]> 2349 Pennsylvania Showdown: Casey & McCormick Face Off for Senate Seat https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup, senate election edition! The U.S. Senate race in our state could determine control of Congress. Is the Democrat really letting fentanyl in over the border? Does the Republican really live in Connecticut? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Katie Meyer, government editor/reporter at Spotlight PA and Charles McElwee, editor of Real Clear Pennsylvania and writer for Politico Magazine.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the candidates for U.S. Senate Kamala Harris’ Pennsylvania Problem Inside the Battle for America’s Most Consequential Battleground State Pennsylvania U.S. Senate Debate: Bob Casey & Dave McCormick Find your polling place here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Pennsylvania Showdown: Casey & McCormick Face Off for Senate Seat full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup, senate election edition! The U.S. Senate race in our state could determine control of Congress. Is the Democrat really letting fentanyl in over the border? Does the Republican really live in Connecticut? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Katie Meyer, government editor/reporter at Spotlight PA and Charles McElwee, editor of Real Clear Pennsylvania and writer for Politico Magazine.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the candidates for U.S. Senate Kamala Harris’ Pennsylvania Problem Inside the Battle for America’s Most Consequential Battleground State Pennsylvania U.S. Senate Debate: Bob Casey & Dave McCormick Find your polling place here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup, senate election edition! The U.S. Senate race in our state could determine control of Congress. Is the Democrat really letting fentanyl in over the border? Does the Republican really live in Connecticut? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Katie Meyer, government editor/reporter at Spotlight PA and Charles McElwee, editor of Real Clear Pennsylvania and writer for Politico Magazine. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Find your polling place here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1883 This Shocking 20th Century Music Sub-Genre Has Philly Connections https://philly.citycast.fm/ Have you heard of novelty songs? Considered a part of the pop music genre in the 20th century, these wacky songs range from spooky to sultry. Host Trenae Nuri talks about this genre’s connection to Philly with Kira Coviello, also known as @honest2Betsy, a local content creator who highlights these vintage songs in her work.  Check out Kira’s work @honest2betsey on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 This Shocking 20th Century Music Sub-Genre Has Philly Connections full City Cast Have you heard of novelty songs? Considered a part of the pop music genre in the 20th century, these wacky songs range from spooky to sultry. Host Trenae Nuri talks about this genre’s connection to Philly with Kira Coviello, also known as @honest2Betsy, a local content creator who highlights these vintage songs in her work.  Check out Kira’s work @honest2betsey on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Have you heard of novelty songs? Considered a part of the pop music genre in the 20th century, these wacky songs range from spooky to sultry. Host Trenae Nuri talks about this genre’s connection to Philly with Kira Coviello, also known as @honest2Betsy, a local content creator who highlights these vintage songs in her work. 

Check out Kira’s work @honest2betsey on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Youtube. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1245 Rittenhouse is Having a Cookie Moment https://philly.citycast.fm/ Gourmet cookie shops are baking on success in Philly. And there’s one particular neighborhood that’s seen a boom. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the sweet cookie craze in Rittenhouse, and how these cookie shops crumble their competition.  Read more about Asha’s cookie research here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Rittenhouse is Having a Cookie Moment full City Cast Gourmet cookie shops are baking on success in Philly. And there’s one particular neighborhood that’s seen a boom. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the sweet cookie craze in Rittenhouse, and how these cookie shops crumble their competition.  Read more about Asha’s cookie research here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Gourmet cookie shops are baking on success in Philly. And there’s one particular neighborhood that’s seen a boom. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about the sweet cookie craze in Rittenhouse, and how these cookie shops crumble their competition. 

Read more about Asha’s cookie research here.  

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1090 How the Philly/NYC Rivalry is Shaping Playoffs Against Mets https://philly.citycast.fm/ For the first time in their long history, the Phillies are in the playoffs against their rivals up I-95, the New York Mets. Red October has arrived. Executive producer Matt Katz, who is unfortunately a Mets fan, sits down with Abraham Gutman, a Phillies fan and reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, who is covering the fan vibes at these games. They talk about the playoffs, the New York-Philly rivalry, and an off-the-field moment that makes baseball so special. Read Abraham's story about fathers watching the Phillies here and follow his work on X.  You can find the clips from this episode here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How the Philly/NYC Rivalry is Shaping Playoffs Against Mets full City Cast For the first time in their long history, the Phillies are in the playoffs against their rivals up I-95, the New York Mets. Red October has arrived. Executive producer Matt Katz, who is unfortunately a Mets fan, sits down with Abraham Gutman, a Phillies fan and reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, who is covering the fan vibes at these games. They talk about the playoffs, the New York-Philly rivalry, and an off-the-field moment that makes baseball so special. Read Abraham's story about fathers watching the Phillies here and follow his work on X.  You can find the clips from this episode here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. For the first time in their long history, the Phillies are in the playoffs against their rivals up I-95, the New York Mets. Red October has arrived. Executive producer Matt Katz, who is unfortunately a Mets fan, sits down with Abraham Gutman, a Phillies fan and reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, who is covering the fan vibes at these games. They talk about the playoffs, the New York-Philly rivalry, and an off-the-field moment that makes baseball so special.

Read Abraham's story about fathers watching the Phillies here and follow his work on X. 

You can find the clips from this episode here and here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1402 Forget the ‘Two’ Moons, Philly’s Top Astronomer Says Gaze Elsewhere https://philly.citycast.fm/ Last week the Earth added a temporary second ‘moon’ to its orbit, but will Philadelphians be able to catch a glimpse through the buildings and light pollution? Host Trenae Nuri took a trip to the Franklin Institute to chat with chief astronomer Derrick Pitts, Hon.D to investigate these ‘two moons’ and find out what celestial happenings will make stargazing in the city extra special this fall.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Forget the ‘Two’ Moons, Philly’s Top Astronomer Says Gaze Elsewhere full City Cast Last week the Earth added a temporary second ‘moon’ to its orbit, but will Philadelphians be able to catch a glimpse through the buildings and light pollution? Host Trenae Nuri took a trip to the Franklin Institute to chat with chief astronomer Derrick Pitts, Hon.D to investigate these ‘two moons’ and find out what celestial happenings will make stargazing in the city extra special this fall.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Last week the Earth added a temporary second ‘moon’ to its orbit, but will Philadelphians be able to catch a glimpse through the buildings and light pollution? Host Trenae Nuri took a trip to the Franklin Institute to chat with chief astronomer Derrick Pitts, Hon.D to investigate these ‘two moons’ and find out what celestial happenings will make stargazing in the city extra special this fall. 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1162 SEPTA Funding in Limbo, Wawa Beats Sheetz, & More I-95 Lanes? https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about how SEPTA funding is in limbo, Wawa just beat Sheetz in a national survey, why PENNDOT continues to widen highways and John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty goes to prison. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, a government and political consultant, and the owner of Enact Strategies. And Jay Arzu, doctoral candidate in urban planning at the University of Pennsylvania who is writing his dissertation on the proposed Roosevelt Blvd subway.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Transportation funding is needed ASAP, transit agencies, unions, and business leaders tell Pa. legislators Here’s how to appeal your Philadelphia property assessment Learn more about how to appeal your property assessment here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 04 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Funding in Limbo, Wawa Beats Sheetz, & More I-95 Lanes? full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about how SEPTA funding is in limbo, Wawa just beat Sheetz in a national survey, why PENNDOT continues to widen highways and John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty goes to prison. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, a government and political consultant, and the owner of Enact Strategies. And Jay Arzu, doctoral candidate in urban planning at the University of Pennsylvania who is writing his dissertation on the proposed Roosevelt Blvd subway.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Transportation funding is needed ASAP, transit agencies, unions, and business leaders tell Pa. legislators Here’s how to appeal your Philadelphia property assessment Learn more about how to appeal your property assessment here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about how SEPTA funding is in limbo, Wawa just beat Sheetz in a national survey, why PENNDOT continues to widen highways and John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty goes to prison. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, a government and political consultant, and the owner of Enact Strategies. And Jay Arzu, doctoral candidate in urban planning at the University of Pennsylvania who is writing his dissertation on the proposed Roosevelt Blvd subway. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Learn more about how to appeal your property assessment here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1582 Philly’s Best Viral Moments https://philly.citycast.fm/ Introducing our new executive producer, Matt Katz! Host Trenae Nuri is getting to know Matt by swapping stories about their favorite Philly viral moments. From some of Philadelphia’s most legendary pole climbers, to that cute robot that got jumped, and Philly Elmo’s drumline, it's clear quite a few of the internet’s most interesting characters have come from our city.  Check out the articles and videos covering these hilarious viral moments: Man backflips into floodwaters on Philadelphia highway Vine Street Expressway backflipper recalls plunge into brown floodwaters after Hurricane Ida Beloved HitchBOT destroyed in Philadelphia Eagles fans climb onto traffic light poles as team advances to Super Bowl The Philly pole climber who caught and shotgunned 7 beers says, ‘This is not my first rodeo’ The Mayfair Mayor: “Philly doesn’t have the best luck right now. We lost the World Series, we lost the Superbowl, and now we lost 95, so looks like we’re just taking L’s.” Yes, Philly Elmo and the drum line Positive Movement are still hitting the streets during the pandemic Philly Elmo drumming in the streets in 2022 Philly’s “Stoop Man” has been standing outside his apartment for every Google Street View picture for the last 15 years Listen here to our previous episode about the history of pole climbing in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Best Viral Moments full City Cast Introducing our new executive producer, Matt Katz! Host Trenae Nuri is getting to know Matt by swapping stories about their favorite Philly viral moments. From some of Philadelphia’s most legendary pole climbers, to that cute robot that got jumped, and Philly Elmo’s drumline, it's clear quite a few of the internet’s most interesting characters have come from our city.  Check out the articles and videos covering these hilarious viral moments: Man backflips into floodwaters on Philadelphia highway Vine Street Expressway backflipper recalls plunge into brown floodwaters after Hurricane Ida Beloved HitchBOT destroyed in Philadelphia Eagles fans climb onto traffic light poles as team advances to Super Bowl The Philly pole climber who caught and shotgunned 7 beers says, ‘This is not my first rodeo’ The Mayfair Mayor: “Philly doesn’t have the best luck right now. We lost the World Series, we lost the Superbowl, and now we lost 95, so looks like we’re just taking L’s.” Yes, Philly Elmo and the drum line Positive Movement are still hitting the streets during the pandemic Philly Elmo drumming in the streets in 2022 Philly’s “Stoop Man” has been standing outside his apartment for every Google Street View picture for the last 15 years Listen here to our previous episode about the history of pole climbing in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Introducing our new executive producer, Matt Katz! Host Trenae Nuri is getting to know Matt by swapping stories about their favorite Philly viral moments. From some of Philadelphia’s most legendary pole climbers, to that cute robot that got jumped, and Philly Elmo’s drumline, it's clear quite a few of the internet’s most interesting characters have come from our city. 

Check out the articles and videos covering these hilarious viral moments:


Listen here to our previous episode about the history of pole climbing in Philly.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1696 Philly-Area Wineries To Visit This Fall https://philly.citycast.fm/ Fall is here and it’s the perfect season to visit a winery. We’re listening back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Arindam Basu, Philly wine expert and educator at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about some of the best day and weekend trips to wineries in the region.  Wineries recommended in today’s episode: Penns Woods Winery Chaddsford Winery Va La Vineyards Karamoor Estate Vineyard and Winery Vox Vineti Wayvine Winery & Vineyard William Heritage Winery Auburn Road Vineyards Stokelan Estate Winery White Horse Winery Amalthea Cellars Valenzano Winery Check out Arindam’s A&R Wine Services for wine-centered dinners, private tastings, classes, and cellar curation. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly-Area Wineries To Visit This Fall full City Cast Fall is here and it’s the perfect season to visit a winery. We’re listening back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Arindam Basu, Philly wine expert and educator at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about some of the best day and weekend trips to wineries in the region.  Wineries recommended in today’s episode: Penns Woods Winery Chaddsford Winery Va La Vineyards Karamoor Estate Vineyard and Winery Vox Vineti Wayvine Winery & Vineyard William Heritage Winery Auburn Road Vineyards Stokelan Estate Winery White Horse Winery Amalthea Cellars Valenzano Winery Check out Arindam’s A&R Wine Services for wine-centered dinners, private tastings, classes, and cellar curation. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fall is here and it’s the perfect season to visit a winery. We’re listening back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Arindam Basu, Philly wine expert and educator at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about some of the best day and weekend trips to wineries in the region. 

Wineries recommended in today’s episode:


Check out Arindam’s A&R Wine Services for wine-centered dinners, private tastings, classes, and cellar curation.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 952 SEPTA Stops Fare Evaders, Philly POTUS Poll Results & Phillies Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about how Philly feels about the presidential candidates, SEPTA cracking down on fare evasion, and Red October – the Phillies start their playoff run, but stadium workers are on the picket line. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly’s executive producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA Expands Pilot Program to Combat Fare Evasion Real Clear Polling 2024 Pennsylvania: Trump vs. Harris Kamala Harris is performing better than Joe Biden with Philly voters, but there could be red flags Harris and Trump Are Bombarding Pennsylvania With Political Ads SEPTA Expands Pilot Program to Combat Fare Evasion Did a SEPTA police officer use excessive force over perceived fare evasion? Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Fewest games played to 100 career home runs This Date in Baseball - Ryan Howard becomes fastest player in MLB history to reach 200 career HRs StatMuse: Which sports team has the most losses ever These teams lost at least 110 games Phillies win wild Game 3 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Stops Fare Evaders, Philly POTUS Poll Results & Phillies Trivia full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about how Philly feels about the presidential candidates, SEPTA cracking down on fare evasion, and Red October – the Phillies start their playoff run, but stadium workers are on the picket line. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly’s executive producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA Expands Pilot Program to Combat Fare Evasion Real Clear Polling 2024 Pennsylvania: Trump vs. Harris Kamala Harris is performing better than Joe Biden with Philly voters, but there could be red flags Harris and Trump Are Bombarding Pennsylvania With Political Ads SEPTA Expands Pilot Program to Combat Fare Evasion Did a SEPTA police officer use excessive force over perceived fare evasion? Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Fewest games played to 100 career home runs This Date in Baseball - Ryan Howard becomes fastest player in MLB history to reach 200 career HRs StatMuse: Which sports team has the most losses ever These teams lost at least 110 games Phillies win wild Game 3 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about how Philly feels about the presidential candidates, SEPTA cracking down on fare evasion, and Red October – the Phillies start their playoff run, but stadium workers are on the picket line. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, City Cast Philly’s executive producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1710 Your Guide to October in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Are you ready for Red October? Go Phillies! Fake fall is coming to an end and Philly is preparing for the cozy season. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying October in Philly, like where to go for haunted houses and hayrides, how to celebrate fermentation season, and where to see the leaves changing. And if you are trying to plan a fall foliage tour, check out Asha’s guide on how to time your leaf peeping this season.  For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to October in Philly full City Cast If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Are you ready for Red October? Go Phillies! Fake fall is coming to an end and Philly is preparing for the cozy season. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying October in Philly, like where to go for haunted houses and hayrides, how to celebrate fermentation season, and where to see the leaves changing. And if you are trying to plan a fall foliage tour, check out Asha’s guide on how to time your leaf peeping this season.  For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

Are you ready for Red October? Go Phillies! Fake fall is coming to an end and Philly is preparing for the cozy season.

In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying October in Philly, like where to go for haunted houses and hayrides, how to celebrate fermentation season, and where to see the leaves changing.

And if you are trying to plan a fall foliage tour, check out Asha’s guide on how to time your leaf peeping this season. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1630 Sixers Arena Revealed, Homelessness Rises & Phillies Roll into Red October https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker outlining details for a center city Sixers arena, a former state representative landing a job with the Sheriff’s Department after being convicted of stealing from a nonprofit, and the Phillies becoming National League East champs for the first time since 2011. Plus, your choice of the best cheesesteaks in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilusea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia and O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker to hold news conference today on Sixers proposed Center City arena Homelessness rises in Philadelphia for third straight year Sheriff's office hires disgraced former lawmaker Need the city to pick up your bulk items? Check out all the details on the city’s website.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Sixers Arena Revealed, Homelessness Rises & Phillies Roll into Red October full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker outlining details for a center city Sixers arena, a former state representative landing a job with the Sheriff’s Department after being convicted of stealing from a nonprofit, and the Phillies becoming National League East champs for the first time since 2011. Plus, your choice of the best cheesesteaks in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilusea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia and O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker to hold news conference today on Sixers proposed Center City arena Homelessness rises in Philadelphia for third straight year Sheriff's office hires disgraced former lawmaker Need the city to pick up your bulk items? Check out all the details on the city’s website.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker outlining details for a center city Sixers arena, a former state representative landing a job with the Sheriff’s Department after being convicted of stealing from a nonprofit, and the Phillies becoming National League East champs for the first time since 2011. Plus, your choice of the best cheesesteaks in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilusea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia and O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Need the city to pick up your bulk items? Check out all the details on the city’s website. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1796 Our Three Favorite Cheesesteaks in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ A simple Google search for “best Philly cheesesteak” will get you a lot of different results and reviews. But host Trenae Nuri has done all the work. This summer, she’s eaten her way through Philly trying a bunch of different cheesesteaks. Wil Fulton, City Cast content director, turns the tables and interviews Trenae about this journey and her top three cheesesteaks.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Our Three Favorite Cheesesteaks in Philly full City Cast A simple Google search for “best Philly cheesesteak” will get you a lot of different results and reviews. But host Trenae Nuri has done all the work. This summer, she’s eaten her way through Philly trying a bunch of different cheesesteaks. Wil Fulton, City Cast content director, turns the tables and interviews Trenae about this journey and her top three cheesesteaks.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A simple Google search for “best Philly cheesesteak” will get you a lot of different results and reviews. But host Trenae Nuri has done all the work. This summer, she’s eaten her way through Philly trying a bunch of different cheesesteaks. Wil Fulton, City Cast content director, turns the tables and interviews Trenae about this journey and her top three cheesesteaks. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1639 Philly's Best Gluten-Free, Chicken, Vegan Cheesesteaks https://philly.citycast.fm/ All this week, we’re talking about Philly cheesesteaks. Host Trenae Nuri has been eating a bunch this summer to determine who makes the best in the city. Later this week she’ll release her findings. But, there’s tons of cheesesteak spinoffs Trenae didn’t get a chance to try. So, Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, chats with Trenae about cheesesteak alternatives for those that can’t stomach red meat, bread, or might just want chicken instead.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly's Best Gluten-Free, Chicken, Vegan Cheesesteaks full City Cast All this week, we’re talking about Philly cheesesteaks. Host Trenae Nuri has been eating a bunch this summer to determine who makes the best in the city. Later this week she’ll release her findings. But, there’s tons of cheesesteak spinoffs Trenae didn’t get a chance to try. So, Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, chats with Trenae about cheesesteak alternatives for those that can’t stomach red meat, bread, or might just want chicken instead.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. All this week, we’re talking about Philly cheesesteaks. Host Trenae Nuri has been eating a bunch this summer to determine who makes the best in the city. Later this week she’ll release her findings. But, there’s tons of cheesesteak spinoffs Trenae didn’t get a chance to try. So, Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, chats with Trenae about cheesesteak alternatives for those that can’t stomach red meat, bread, or might just want chicken instead. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1551 Sesame Place Racial Bias Trial, Illegal Car Meetups, Cheesesteak Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the Sesame Place racial bias trial and the 11 illegal car meetups that happened this weekend. Plus, we’ve got some cheesesteak trivia. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Is Big Bird racist? In Sesame Place racial bias trial, a federal jury says no. Illegal car meetups lead to violence across Philadelphia; 1 officer injured in crash Hundreds of cars involved in illegal car meetups in Philadelphia, police say Read more about our cheesesteak trivia (spoilers ahead) Philly James Beard Award Winners: America’s Classic  Gaffe or gag? JD Vance asks Philadelphia cheesesteak shop why they hate Swiss cheese Idaho diner breaks record for world’s largest cheesesteak. Yes... Idaho. We want to know what your favorite cheesesteak in the city is. Vote here for our "People's Choice" cheesesteak pick. Voting ends at 5 p.m. tomorrow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Sesame Place Racial Bias Trial, Illegal Car Meetups, Cheesesteak Trivia full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the Sesame Place racial bias trial and the 11 illegal car meetups that happened this weekend. Plus, we’ve got some cheesesteak trivia. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Is Big Bird racist? In Sesame Place racial bias trial, a federal jury says no. Illegal car meetups lead to violence across Philadelphia; 1 officer injured in crash Hundreds of cars involved in illegal car meetups in Philadelphia, police say Read more about our cheesesteak trivia (spoilers ahead) Philly James Beard Award Winners: America’s Classic  Gaffe or gag? JD Vance asks Philadelphia cheesesteak shop why they hate Swiss cheese Idaho diner breaks record for world’s largest cheesesteak. Yes... Idaho. We want to know what your favorite cheesesteak in the city is. Vote here for our "People's Choice" cheesesteak pick. Voting ends at 5 p.m. tomorrow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the Sesame Place racial bias trial and the 11 illegal car meetups that happened this weekend. Plus, we’ve got some cheesesteak trivia. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our cheesesteak trivia (spoilers ahead)


We want to know what your favorite cheesesteak in the city is. Vote here for our "People's Choice" cheesesteak pick. Voting ends at 5 p.m. tomorrow.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1635 Is the Cheesesteak Still Philly's Signature Food? https://philly.citycast.fm/ All summer host Trenae Nuri has been eating a bunch to determine who makes the best in the city. It’s been tough. And later this week, she’ll release her findings. But, how did the cheesesteak become synonymous with Philly? Trenae chats with Frank Oliveri, owner of Pat’s King of Steaks in South Philly, and Dave Wez, City Cast Philly food contributor, to figure out if the cheesesteak is still the city’s signature food.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is the Cheesesteak Still Philly's Signature Food? full City Cast All summer host Trenae Nuri has been eating a bunch to determine who makes the best in the city. It’s been tough. And later this week, she’ll release her findings. But, how did the cheesesteak become synonymous with Philly? Trenae chats with Frank Oliveri, owner of Pat’s King of Steaks in South Philly, and Dave Wez, City Cast Philly food contributor, to figure out if the cheesesteak is still the city’s signature food.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. All summer host Trenae Nuri has been eating a bunch to determine who makes the best in the city. It’s been tough. And later this week, she’ll release her findings. But, how did the cheesesteak become synonymous with Philly? Trenae chats with Frank Oliveri, owner of Pat’s King of Steaks in South Philly, and Dave Wez, City Cast Philly food contributor, to figure out if the cheesesteak is still the city’s signature food. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1630 Mayor Parker OKs Arena, More Presidential Candidate Visits, & After-Hours Food Truck Market https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the endorsement Mayor Cherelle Parker gave for the Sixers arena downtown and reactions around the city, both Harris & Trump presidential campaigns are back in the region, and late night food is coming to Fishtown. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent, for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Gene Sonn, director of collaborations at Resolve Philadelphia, a nonprofit journalism advocacy organization, and co-lead at the Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly Mayor Parker backs Sixers arena in Center City: opponents protest outside City Hall WATCH: WHYY hosts Kamala Harris, NABJ for presidential candidate interview Donald Trump will visit a Polish Catholic shrine in Bucks County, his second trip to the purple Philly collar county Fishtown is Opening a First of Its Kind Overnight Food Truck Marketplace That Will be Open 9m to 4 am Biking and building: How one local bike club is strengthening community bonds PIAA board of directors approves girls’ flag football as a state-sanctioned sport Eagles Expand Girls Flag Football Program Check out the Philly Loves Fresh website to find a local produce truck. Learn more about She Is Focused here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Mayor Parker OKs Arena, More Presidential Candidate Visits, & After-Hours Food Truck Market full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the endorsement Mayor Cherelle Parker gave for the Sixers arena downtown and reactions around the city, both Harris & Trump presidential campaigns are back in the region, and late night food is coming to Fishtown. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent, for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Gene Sonn, director of collaborations at Resolve Philadelphia, a nonprofit journalism advocacy organization, and co-lead at the Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly Mayor Parker backs Sixers arena in Center City: opponents protest outside City Hall WATCH: WHYY hosts Kamala Harris, NABJ for presidential candidate interview Donald Trump will visit a Polish Catholic shrine in Bucks County, his second trip to the purple Philly collar county Fishtown is Opening a First of Its Kind Overnight Food Truck Marketplace That Will be Open 9m to 4 am Biking and building: How one local bike club is strengthening community bonds PIAA board of directors approves girls’ flag football as a state-sanctioned sport Eagles Expand Girls Flag Football Program Check out the Philly Loves Fresh website to find a local produce truck. Learn more about She Is Focused here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the endorsement Mayor Cherelle Parker gave for the Sixers arena downtown and reactions around the city, both Harris & Trump presidential campaigns are back in the region, and late night food is coming to Fishtown. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent, for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Gene Sonn, director of collaborations at Resolve Philadelphia, a nonprofit journalism advocacy organization, and co-lead at the Philadelphia Journalism Collaborative. 

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Check out the Philly Loves Fresh website to find a local produce truck.

Learn more about She Is Focused here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1627 The Best Public Gardens in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly has many gardens, both public and private – some spanning generations. The Woodlands in West Philadelphia, for example, is one of the oldest gardens in the country. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Nicole Juday, author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, to talk about what makes this city a vibrant horticultural hotspot. Plus, Nicole recommends public gardens you need to check out.   You can find Nicole’s book here.  Green spaces mentioned in the episode:  The Woodlands Bio Pond at Kaskey Park  Awbury Arboretum Morris Arboretum Wyck Bartram’s Garden Germantown Kitchen Garden Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Public Gardens in Philly full City Cast Philly has many gardens, both public and private – some spanning generations. The Woodlands in West Philadelphia, for example, is one of the oldest gardens in the country. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Nicole Juday, author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, to talk about what makes this city a vibrant horticultural hotspot. Plus, Nicole recommends public gardens you need to check out.   You can find Nicole’s book here.  Green spaces mentioned in the episode:  The Woodlands Bio Pond at Kaskey Park  Awbury Arboretum Morris Arboretum Wyck Bartram’s Garden Germantown Kitchen Garden Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly has many gardens, both public and private – some spanning generations. The Woodlands in West Philadelphia, for example, is one of the oldest gardens in the country. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Nicole Juday, author of Private Gardens of Philadelphia, to talk about what makes this city a vibrant horticultural hotspot. Plus, Nicole recommends public gardens you need to check out.  

You can find Nicole’s book here. 

Green spaces mentioned in the episode: 


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]]> 1342 Philly Beer 101 https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly has a massive beer scene. There’s so many options: like what’s on tap at Yards, a build-your-own six pack at Rybrew, or new brews at Two Locals. There’s also many local breweries with a wide selection of craft beer like Crime & Punishment Brewing in Brewerytown, Twisted Gingers Brewing Company in Manayunk or Wissahickon Brewing Company in East Falls. Host Trenae Nuri learns everything she needs to know about navigating the Philly beer scene and the upcoming Philly Beer Fest 2024 from Richie Telvin, host of BrewedAt podcast, owner of Space Cadet Brewing Company and former head brewer at Victory Brewing Co. To hear Richie’s podcast BrewedAt, check out this link.  For updates on Richie’s beer brand, Space Cadet Brewing Company, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Beer 101 full City Cast Philly has a massive beer scene. There’s so many options: like what’s on tap at Yards, a build-your-own six pack at Rybrew, or new brews at Two Locals. There’s also many local breweries with a wide selection of craft beer like Crime & Punishment Brewing in Brewerytown, Twisted Gingers Brewing Company in Manayunk or Wissahickon Brewing Company in East Falls. Host Trenae Nuri learns everything she needs to know about navigating the Philly beer scene and the upcoming Philly Beer Fest 2024 from Richie Telvin, host of BrewedAt podcast, owner of Space Cadet Brewing Company and former head brewer at Victory Brewing Co. To hear Richie’s podcast BrewedAt, check out this link.  For updates on Richie’s beer brand, Space Cadet Brewing Company, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly has a massive beer scene. There’s so many options: like what’s on tap at Yards, a build-your-own six pack at Rybrew, or new brews at Two Locals. There’s also many local breweries with a wide selection of craft beer like Crime & Punishment Brewing in Brewerytown, Twisted Gingers Brewing Company in Manayunk or Wissahickon Brewing Company in East Falls. Host Trenae Nuri learns everything she needs to know about navigating the Philly beer scene and the upcoming Philly Beer Fest 2024 from Richie Telvin, host of BrewedAt podcast, owner of Space Cadet Brewing Company and former head brewer at Victory Brewing Co. To hear Richie’s podcast BrewedAt, check out this link. 

For updates on Richie’s beer brand, Space Cadet Brewing Company, click here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1115 Kensington Court Proposal, Longer Happy Hours, McDonald’s Philly Cheese Stack https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposal to create a “neighborhood wellness court” in Kensington for drug users who get arrested, Pennsylvania recent changes to its liquor laws, and we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, Cast Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly is developing a fast-track court for people arrested for drug use in Kensington. Advocates are worried. A 31-year-old woman arrested during a Kensington sweep last week died in jail days later Philadelphia prison chief to leave job after string of prisoner deaths and escapes What real freedom looks like’: Ready-to-drink cocktails arrive in stores as Pa. relaxes liquor laws Pennsylvania Happy Hour law  Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): 4 Greater Philadelphia hotels among Michelin's best in the U.S. Schoolyards in Philly will get rain gardens thanks to a federal grant McDonald’s Drops the Philly Cheese Stack Burger on London, and Fans Are Going Mental Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Kensington Court Proposal, Longer Happy Hours, McDonald’s Philly Cheese Stack full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposal to create a “neighborhood wellness court” in Kensington for drug users who get arrested, Pennsylvania recent changes to its liquor laws, and we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, Cast Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly is developing a fast-track court for people arrested for drug use in Kensington. Advocates are worried. A 31-year-old woman arrested during a Kensington sweep last week died in jail days later Philadelphia prison chief to leave job after string of prisoner deaths and escapes What real freedom looks like’: Ready-to-drink cocktails arrive in stores as Pa. relaxes liquor laws Pennsylvania Happy Hour law  Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): 4 Greater Philadelphia hotels among Michelin's best in the U.S. Schoolyards in Philly will get rain gardens thanks to a federal grant McDonald’s Drops the Philly Cheese Stack Burger on London, and Fans Are Going Mental Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposal to create a “neighborhood wellness court” in Kensington for drug users who get arrested, Pennsylvania recent changes to its liquor laws, and we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, Cast Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1800 Philly’s Best DJ Sets, Bars & Nightlife Fun https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you’ve ever gotten a text from friends wanting to have some late-night fun and you just didn’t know where to look for things to do, we’ve got you covered! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alisha Miranda, freelance food and travel writer, about the best spots to dance the night away, bars with great happy hour options, and some must-see Philly shows. Check out Alisha’s full story here for more nightlife recommendations.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 16 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Best DJ Sets, Bars & Nightlife Fun full City Cast If you’ve ever gotten a text from friends wanting to have some late-night fun and you just didn’t know where to look for things to do, we’ve got you covered! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alisha Miranda, freelance food and travel writer, about the best spots to dance the night away, bars with great happy hour options, and some must-see Philly shows. Check out Alisha’s full story here for more nightlife recommendations.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Inis Nua Theatre Company Thrive Flower Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you’ve ever gotten a text from friends wanting to have some late-night fun and you just didn’t know where to look for things to do, we’ve got you covered! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alisha Miranda, freelance food and travel writer, about the best spots to dance the night away, bars with great happy hour options, and some must-see Philly shows.

Check out Alisha’s full story here for more nightlife recommendations. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1649 15 Essential Rules for Living in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Every city has its list of unspoken rules. No matter where you live in the city, there might be some things you just don’t know. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and curator at Fringe Fest to create a list of essential rules of life in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 15 Essential Rules for Living in Philly full City Cast Every city has its list of unspoken rules. No matter where you live in the city, there might be some things you just don’t know. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and curator at Fringe Fest to create a list of essential rules of life in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Every city has its list of unspoken rules. No matter where you live in the city, there might be some things you just don’t know. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and curator at Fringe Fest to create a list of essential rules of life in Philly.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1608 SEPTA Fare Hike, Sixers Arena Town Hall, & Presidential Debate Watch Parties https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about tonight’s presidential debate, an update on the Sixers arena proposal, and how you could be paying more for a bus ride. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, producer at City Cast Philly, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Cherelle Parker will hold a town hall about the proposed Sixers arena Wednesday Tuesday's presidential debate presents rare opportunity to shape election: Experts ABC News releases rules for Sept. 10 debate between Harris and Trump Here’s a list of debate watch parties in our area.  Listen back to Trenae speaking with Aaron Moselle, WHYY’s PlanPhilly reporter, about the Sixers area impact studies.   Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): ReAnimator Coffee to bring back Foles-gers blend in honor of Nick Foles' retirement 6 men stole $42,000 of crab from truck in South Philly, police say Could widening the Blue Route's shoulders solve the highway's rush-hour traffic problems? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Fare Hike, Sixers Arena Town Hall, & Presidential Debate Watch Parties full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about tonight’s presidential debate, an update on the Sixers arena proposal, and how you could be paying more for a bus ride. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, producer at City Cast Philly, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor Cherelle Parker will hold a town hall about the proposed Sixers arena Wednesday Tuesday's presidential debate presents rare opportunity to shape election: Experts ABC News releases rules for Sept. 10 debate between Harris and Trump Here’s a list of debate watch parties in our area.  Listen back to Trenae speaking with Aaron Moselle, WHYY’s PlanPhilly reporter, about the Sixers area impact studies.   Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): ReAnimator Coffee to bring back Foles-gers blend in honor of Nick Foles' retirement 6 men stole $42,000 of crab from truck in South Philly, police say Could widening the Blue Route's shoulders solve the highway's rush-hour traffic problems? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about tonight’s presidential debate, an update on the Sixers arena proposal, and how you could be paying more for a bus ride. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, producer at City Cast Philly, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Here’s a list of debate watch parties in our area. 

Listen back to Trenae speaking with Aaron Moselle, WHYY’s PlanPhilly reporter, about the Sixers area impact studies.  

Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1493 An Expert’s Guide to First Friday https://philly.citycast.fm/ First Fridays are a big deal in Philly, because it’s a chance for the city’s art scene to shine. Art lovers and deal seekers alike can enjoy extended hours and/or pay-what-you-wish admission at some art museums, and free wine and snacks at local galleries. We’re revisiting an episode with host Trenae Nuri and Chelsey Luster, a Philadelphia-based curator, educator, and visual artist, about how to make the most of First Fridays. Follow Chelsey’s work here. Check out our September events guide for more things happening around the region.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 An Expert’s Guide to First Friday full City Cast First Fridays are a big deal in Philly, because it’s a chance for the city’s art scene to shine. Art lovers and deal seekers alike can enjoy extended hours and/or pay-what-you-wish admission at some art museums, and free wine and snacks at local galleries. We’re revisiting an episode with host Trenae Nuri and Chelsey Luster, a Philadelphia-based curator, educator, and visual artist, about how to make the most of First Fridays. Follow Chelsey’s work here. Check out our September events guide for more things happening around the region.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. First Fridays are a big deal in Philly, because it’s a chance for the city’s art scene to shine. Art lovers and deal seekers alike can enjoy extended hours and/or pay-what-you-wish admission at some art museums, and free wine and snacks at local galleries. We’re revisiting an episode with host Trenae Nuri and Chelsey Luster, a Philadelphia-based curator, educator, and visual artist, about how to make the most of First Fridays.

Follow Chelsey’s work here.

Check out our September events guide for more things happening around the region. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 778 Sixers Arena Impact Studies Are Out. Now What? https://philly.citycast.fm/ City officials recently released the long awaited findings of its Sixers arena impact studies. The project has stalled for more than two years because there’s been so much controversy around it. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter at WHYYs’ Plan Philly about the findings, the stakeholders involved and what’s next for this arena plan. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.  Read more of Aaron’s reporting here and the Arena Proposal: Impact Reports here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Sixers Arena Impact Studies Are Out. Now What? full City Cast City officials recently released the long awaited findings of its Sixers arena impact studies. The project has stalled for more than two years because there’s been so much controversy around it. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter at WHYYs’ Plan Philly about the findings, the stakeholders involved and what’s next for this arena plan. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.  Read more of Aaron’s reporting here and the Arena Proposal: Impact Reports here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. City officials recently released the long awaited findings of its Sixers arena impact studies. The project has stalled for more than two years because there’s been so much controversy around it. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter at WHYYs’ Plan Philly about the findings, the stakeholders involved and what’s next for this arena plan. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas. 

Read more of Aaron’s reporting here and the Arena Proposal: Impact Reports here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1376 Your Guide to September in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. It’s finally fall – the season of leaves changing, pumpkin spice everything, and sweater weather. Let’s make the most of it! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying September in Philly, from car-free streets to cookie store openings and a mushroom festival that you don’t want to miss. And if you love Asha’s tip on free museums, check out our list of Philly museums that are always free of charge.  For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to September in Philly full City Cast If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. It’s finally fall – the season of leaves changing, pumpkin spice everything, and sweater weather. Let’s make the most of it! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying September in Philly, from car-free streets to cookie store openings and a mushroom festival that you don’t want to miss. And if you love Asha’s tip on free museums, check out our list of Philly museums that are always free of charge.  For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

It’s finally fall – the season of leaves changing, pumpkin spice everything, and sweater weather. Let’s make the most of it! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying September in Philly, from car-free streets to cookie store openings and a mushroom festival that you don’t want to miss. And if you love Asha’s tip on free museums, check out our list of Philly museums that are always free of charge. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1599 SEPTA's School Safety Plan, Floating Schuylkill Installation & New School Hours https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about SEPTA’s safety plan now that classes are back in session and Mural Arts Philadelphia’s floating project coming to the Schuylkill River. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, and Jos Duncan Asé, founder and CEO of Love Now Media.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA Transit Police plan safety adjustments as Philadelphia students head back to school SEPTA Enhances Safety Measures for New School Year The Schuylkill Is Getting a Floating Observation Deck Called FloatLab Coming in 2026, FloatLab will be a one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art installation and learning laboratory on the Schuylkill River. Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Lower Merion’s long-debated school start time changes are finally taking effect From rodents to a ribbon-cutting: How a Philadelphia community united to build a school Once a summer staple, Mister Softee ice cream trucks are slowly disappearing from the streets City Cast Philly has a birthday coming up! To celebrate we'll be giving away a branded tote bag to one lucky listener! To enter, give us a call at 215-259-8170 and leave a message about your favorite City Cast Philly episode and something you'd like to see us do next!  Check out more of Jos’ work and get updates on the Sept. 12th Love Now Media and Love Now Magazine live event here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA's School Safety Plan, Floating Schuylkill Installation & New School Hours full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about SEPTA’s safety plan now that classes are back in session and Mural Arts Philadelphia’s floating project coming to the Schuylkill River. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, and Jos Duncan Asé, founder and CEO of Love Now Media.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA Transit Police plan safety adjustments as Philadelphia students head back to school SEPTA Enhances Safety Measures for New School Year The Schuylkill Is Getting a Floating Observation Deck Called FloatLab Coming in 2026, FloatLab will be a one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art installation and learning laboratory on the Schuylkill River. Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Lower Merion’s long-debated school start time changes are finally taking effect From rodents to a ribbon-cutting: How a Philadelphia community united to build a school Once a summer staple, Mister Softee ice cream trucks are slowly disappearing from the streets City Cast Philly has a birthday coming up! To celebrate we'll be giving away a branded tote bag to one lucky listener! To enter, give us a call at 215-259-8170 and leave a message about your favorite City Cast Philly episode and something you'd like to see us do next!  Check out more of Jos’ work and get updates on the Sept. 12th Love Now Media and Love Now Magazine live event here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about SEPTA’s safety plan now that classes are back in session and Mural Arts Philadelphia’s floating project coming to the Schuylkill River. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, and Jos Duncan Asé, founder and CEO of Love Now Media. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):


City Cast Philly has a birthday coming up! To celebrate we'll be giving away a branded tote bag to one lucky listener! To enter, give us a call at 215-259-8170 and leave a message about your favorite City Cast Philly episode and something you'd like to see us do next! 

Check out more of Jos’ work and get updates on the Sept. 12th Love Now Media and Love Now Magazine live event here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1533 Go to These Bars & Restaurants Before Summer Ends https://philly.citycast.fm/ Even though summer is winding down, the food and drink options are still plentiful! But sometimes you need restaurant recommendations for specific occasions, like where to get takeout for an outdoor movie or the best spot to celebrate after a Phillies game. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior editor Alison Kessler and senior staff writer Candis McLean from The Infatuation Philly to talk through some end of summer scenarios and the best food and drinks to pair with them.  Check out The Infatuation Philly’s 2024 summer food guide here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Go to These Bars & Restaurants Before Summer Ends full City Cast Even though summer is winding down, the food and drink options are still plentiful! But sometimes you need restaurant recommendations for specific occasions, like where to get takeout for an outdoor movie or the best spot to celebrate after a Phillies game. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior editor Alison Kessler and senior staff writer Candis McLean from The Infatuation Philly to talk through some end of summer scenarios and the best food and drinks to pair with them.  Check out The Infatuation Philly’s 2024 summer food guide here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Even though summer is winding down, the food and drink options are still plentiful! But sometimes you need restaurant recommendations for specific occasions, like where to get takeout for an outdoor movie or the best spot to celebrate after a Phillies game. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior editor Alison Kessler and senior staff writer Candis McLean from The Infatuation Philly to talk through some end of summer scenarios and the best food and drinks to pair with them. 

Check out The Infatuation Philly’s 2024 summer food guide here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1076 Presidential Debate Coming to Philly, Potential DA Challengers, Bike Safety https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the 2024 ABC News presidential debate coming to the National Constitution Center, potential challengers for district attorney, and how more houses of worship are aiding in preventing bike deaths in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Larry Platt, co-founder of The Philadelphia Citizen. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  National Constitution Center to Host 2024 ABC News Presidential Debate A half-dozen people are thinking about running against Larry Krasner for Philly DA, including a judge Bicycle safety advocates to hold rally at Philadelphia City Hall in wake of CHOP doctor's death Society Hill Synagogue is the latest to give up bike lane parking permits Will tickets be available to the presidential debate at the National Constitution Center? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Presidential Debate Coming to Philly, Potential DA Challengers, Bike Safety full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the 2024 ABC News presidential debate coming to the National Constitution Center, potential challengers for district attorney, and how more houses of worship are aiding in preventing bike deaths in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Larry Platt, co-founder of The Philadelphia Citizen. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  National Constitution Center to Host 2024 ABC News Presidential Debate A half-dozen people are thinking about running against Larry Krasner for Philly DA, including a judge Bicycle safety advocates to hold rally at Philadelphia City Hall in wake of CHOP doctor's death Society Hill Synagogue is the latest to give up bike lane parking permits Will tickets be available to the presidential debate at the National Constitution Center? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the 2024 ABC News presidential debate coming to the National Constitution Center, potential challengers for district attorney, and how more houses of worship are aiding in preventing bike deaths in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Larry Platt, co-founder of The Philadelphia Citizen. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.  

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1551 The City’s Hiring Bus, Back-to-School Initiatives & the Smells of Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the city’s new mobile recruitment initiative, issues facing the School District of Philadelphia this upcoming academic year, and some good news from around the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ernest Owens, editor at Eater Philly and political writer-at-large at PhillyMag, and Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia Bureau Chief at Chalkbeat.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Auntie Anne’s Launches Knead – An Exclusive Fragrance Inspired by the Pretzel Brand’s Signature Aroma Philly on the Move: New Hiring Bus Brings Job Opportunities to Your Neighborhood! Philadelphia "Hiring Bus" looks to drive down vacancy rate in municipal jobs Philadelphia’s year-round school initiative is more of the same — mostly Alliance to bring back Philadelphia school libraries gets $150,000 federal grant Students will get more power in Philadelphia’s revamped school admissions process Air conditioning units added to several Philly schools before the start of the new academic year Learn more about The Philly Download. Check out these financial aid resources available for new and returning college students. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 16 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The City’s Hiring Bus, Back-to-School Initiatives & the Smells of Philly full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the city’s new mobile recruitment initiative, issues facing the School District of Philadelphia this upcoming academic year, and some good news from around the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ernest Owens, editor at Eater Philly and political writer-at-large at PhillyMag, and Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia Bureau Chief at Chalkbeat.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Auntie Anne’s Launches Knead – An Exclusive Fragrance Inspired by the Pretzel Brand’s Signature Aroma Philly on the Move: New Hiring Bus Brings Job Opportunities to Your Neighborhood! Philadelphia "Hiring Bus" looks to drive down vacancy rate in municipal jobs Philadelphia’s year-round school initiative is more of the same — mostly Alliance to bring back Philadelphia school libraries gets $150,000 federal grant Students will get more power in Philadelphia’s revamped school admissions process Air conditioning units added to several Philly schools before the start of the new academic year Learn more about The Philly Download. Check out these financial aid resources available for new and returning college students. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the city’s new mobile recruitment initiative, issues facing the School District of Philadelphia this upcoming academic year, and some good news from around the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ernest Owens, editor at Eater Philly and political writer-at-large at PhillyMag, and Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia Bureau Chief at Chalkbeat.  

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Learn more about The Philly Download.

Check out these financial aid resources available for new and returning college students.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

]]> 1862 Inside PA’s Gun Laws & Loopholes https://philly.citycast.fm/ In Pennsylvania, it’s easier to buy an assault rifle than a handgun thanks to a loophole in our state law – one that’s come under increased scrutiny since the assassination attempt at the Trump rally in Butler last month. Venuri Siriwardane, health reporter for PublicSource, joins City Cast Pittsburgh executive producer Mallory Falk to talk about Pennsylvania’s gun laws and loopholes, plus the push to create more statewide gun safety measures. You can read Venuri’s reporting on state gun laws in PublicSource. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 15 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Inside PA’s Gun Laws & Loopholes full City Cast In Pennsylvania, it’s easier to buy an assault rifle than a handgun thanks to a loophole in our state law – one that’s come under increased scrutiny since the assassination attempt at the Trump rally in Butler last month. Venuri Siriwardane, health reporter for PublicSource, joins City Cast Pittsburgh executive producer Mallory Falk to talk about Pennsylvania’s gun laws and loopholes, plus the push to create more statewide gun safety measures. You can read Venuri’s reporting on state gun laws in PublicSource. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In Pennsylvania, it’s easier to buy an assault rifle than a handgun thanks to a loophole in our state law – one that’s come under increased scrutiny since the assassination attempt at the Trump rally in Butler last month. Venuri Siriwardane, health reporter for PublicSource, joins City Cast Pittsburgh executive producer Mallory Falk to talk about Pennsylvania’s gun laws and loopholes, plus the push to create more statewide gun safety measures.

You can read Venuri’s reporting on state gun laws in PublicSource.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1002 Is Philly a Hot Dog City? https://philly.citycast.fm/ When you think of the cities with the best hot dogs, do you think of Philly? Local restaurants are getting more creative with hot dogs, but how successful are they, really, at convincing people to swap out their hoagies, cheesesteaks, and pretzels for a hot dog? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jenn Ladd, food writer at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly's hot dog scene, what makes an essential hot dog, and how some restaurants are even making their own from scratch.   Read more about Philly’s hot dog scene here.  Plus, check out this list of places to grab hot dogs.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is Philly a Hot Dog City? full City Cast When you think of the cities with the best hot dogs, do you think of Philly? Local restaurants are getting more creative with hot dogs, but how successful are they, really, at convincing people to swap out their hoagies, cheesesteaks, and pretzels for a hot dog? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jenn Ladd, food writer at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly's hot dog scene, what makes an essential hot dog, and how some restaurants are even making their own from scratch.   Read more about Philly’s hot dog scene here.  Plus, check out this list of places to grab hot dogs.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. When you think of the cities with the best hot dogs, do you think of Philly? Local restaurants are getting more creative with hot dogs, but how successful are they, really, at convincing people to swap out their hoagies, cheesesteaks, and pretzels for a hot dog? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jenn Ladd, food writer at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly's hot dog scene, what makes an essential hot dog, and how some restaurants are even making their own from scratch.  

Read more about Philly’s hot dog scene here. 

Plus, check out this list of places to grab hot dogs. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1226 SEPTA Fare Evasion Crackdown, Twist in Mark Dial Case & Philly News Quiz https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the latest twist in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry, and SEPTA’s crackdown on riders who don’t pay up. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Former Philly officer Mark Dial's first-degree murder charge dropped SEPTA is treating fare evasion as a criminal offense for the first time in five years SEPTA is upping penalties for smoking, urinating, drunkenness and other bad behavior on transit Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Sixers invited to move to Wilmington  Mayor Parker supported Josh Shapiro for VP. Now she’s urging Democrats to get behind Walz ‘Philly Special’ QB Nick Foles is officially retiring as an Eagle Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 13 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Fare Evasion Crackdown, Twist in Mark Dial Case & Philly News Quiz full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the latest twist in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry, and SEPTA’s crackdown on riders who don’t pay up. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Former Philly officer Mark Dial's first-degree murder charge dropped SEPTA is treating fare evasion as a criminal offense for the first time in five years SEPTA is upping penalties for smoking, urinating, drunkenness and other bad behavior on transit Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Sixers invited to move to Wilmington  Mayor Parker supported Josh Shapiro for VP. Now she’s urging Democrats to get behind Walz ‘Philly Special’ QB Nick Foles is officially retiring as an Eagle Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the latest twist in the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry, and SEPTA’s crackdown on riders who don’t pay up. Plus, we’ve got a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1399 Mixed Reviews on the State of Kensington https://philly.citycast.fm/ For several months now, the city’s been implementing the Kensington Community Revival Plan — a multiple-phased approach to address the decades-long open air drug market in the neighborhood, as well as quality-of-life issues such as homelessness, addiction, and violence. But there’s been mixed reviews on how effective it’s been. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice, and Jill Bauer-Reese, editor at Kensington Voice, to talk about this plan and the state of things in Kensington. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Mixed Reviews on the State of Kensington full City Cast For several months now, the city’s been implementing the Kensington Community Revival Plan — a multiple-phased approach to address the decades-long open air drug market in the neighborhood, as well as quality-of-life issues such as homelessness, addiction, and violence. But there’s been mixed reviews on how effective it’s been. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice, and Jill Bauer-Reese, editor at Kensington Voice, to talk about this plan and the state of things in Kensington. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. For several months now, the city’s been implementing the Kensington Community Revival Plan — a multiple-phased approach to address the decades-long open air drug market in the neighborhood, as well as quality-of-life issues such as homelessness, addiction, and violence. But there’s been mixed reviews on how effective it’s been. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice, and Jill Bauer-Reese, editor at Kensington Voice, to talk about this plan and the state of things in Kensington.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1200 Gov. Shapiro’s Future, Property Tax & Parking Permit Increases, Hypothetical Philly Olympics https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the aftermath of the presidential campaigns that came through Philly this week and what’s next for Governor Josh Shapiro. Plus, we talk about the recently announced price hikes on property tax and Philadelphia Parking Authority residential parking permits. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO at Technical.ly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  What if the Olympics were in Philly? Here are some local events we could add. Philadelphia in the national spotlight with Harris, Vance visits Walz disses Trump, mulls Vance debate in first appearance with Harris Philadelphia property taxes are going up. Here's where homeowners can find relief. Philly homeowners will see property tax bills increase $330 on average as city reassesses properties Philadelphia property reassessment will boost schools revenue by $115 million over 5 years Price of residential parking permits in Philadelphia to more than double in September Resources: Office of Property Assessment City of Philadelphia’s Property Tool Philacan Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Gov. Shapiro’s Future, Property Tax & Parking Permit Increases, Hypothetical Philly Olympics full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the aftermath of the presidential campaigns that came through Philly this week and what’s next for Governor Josh Shapiro. Plus, we talk about the recently announced price hikes on property tax and Philadelphia Parking Authority residential parking permits. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO at Technical.ly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  What if the Olympics were in Philly? Here are some local events we could add. Philadelphia in the national spotlight with Harris, Vance visits Walz disses Trump, mulls Vance debate in first appearance with Harris Philadelphia property taxes are going up. Here's where homeowners can find relief. Philly homeowners will see property tax bills increase $330 on average as city reassesses properties Philadelphia property reassessment will boost schools revenue by $115 million over 5 years Price of residential parking permits in Philadelphia to more than double in September Resources: Office of Property Assessment City of Philadelphia’s Property Tool Philacan Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the aftermath of the presidential campaigns that came through Philly this week and what’s next for Governor Josh Shapiro. Plus, we talk about the recently announced price hikes on property tax and Philadelphia Parking Authority residential parking permits. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO at Technical.ly. 

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]]> 1779 The Best PA Day Trips Near Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Sometimes, you just need to get out of the city and spend time in a different one, or in nature. So, let’s go on a day trip through Pennsylvania! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about some of her recent adventures throughout the state, so you can plan one for this weekend.  Check out Asha’s day trip guides for more things to do in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Doylestown! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best PA Day Trips Near Philly full City Cast Sometimes, you just need to get out of the city and spend time in a different one, or in nature. So, let’s go on a day trip through Pennsylvania! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about some of her recent adventures throughout the state, so you can plan one for this weekend.  Check out Asha’s day trip guides for more things to do in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Doylestown! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Sometimes, you just need to get out of the city and spend time in a different one, or in nature. So, let’s go on a day trip through Pennsylvania! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, about some of her recent adventures throughout the state, so you can plan one for this weekend. 

Check out Asha’s day trip guides for more things to do in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and Doylestown!

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]]> 1364 Your Guide to Foraging in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ There’s wild berries, leafy greens and small plants growing all over Philly that are actually edible. We’re revisiting an episode where host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz traveled to Lemon Hill and explored this corner of Fairmount Park with Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly. They learn about the vast variety of useful plants found in our city and share tips on how you can start foraging.  You can learn more about Wild Foodies of Philly, and the group’s meetups, here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Foraging in Philly full City Cast There’s wild berries, leafy greens and small plants growing all over Philly that are actually edible. We’re revisiting an episode where host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz traveled to Lemon Hill and explored this corner of Fairmount Park with Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly. They learn about the vast variety of useful plants found in our city and share tips on how you can start foraging.  You can learn more about Wild Foodies of Philly, and the group’s meetups, here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There’s wild berries, leafy greens and small plants growing all over Philly that are actually edible. We’re revisiting an episode where host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz traveled to Lemon Hill and explored this corner of Fairmount Park with Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly. They learn about the vast variety of useful plants found in our city and share tips on how you can start foraging. 

You can learn more about Wild Foodies of Philly, and the group’s meetups, here. 

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]]> 994 Harris & Vance in Philly, Dave Wants A Boo, Street Safety Initiatives https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! Today, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to announce her running mate before her campaign rally in Philly, while JD Vance, Republican nominee for vice president, will be in South Philadelphia at the 2300 Arena. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz also talk about the lengths a local man went to to find a date, then play a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Presidential campaign schedules for Tuesday include Philly stops for both Harris and Vance Republican VP nominee JD Vance is coming to South Philly on Tuesday Meet the West Philly man who rented a billboard to find a date Philadelphia police introducing new tactics to thwart illegal car meet-ups Philadelphia police announce latest targeted traffic enforcement initiative Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this August 6th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Harris & Vance in Philly, Dave Wants A Boo, Street Safety Initiatives full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! Today, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to announce her running mate before her campaign rally in Philly, while JD Vance, Republican nominee for vice president, will be in South Philadelphia at the 2300 Arena. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz also talk about the lengths a local man went to to find a date, then play a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.   Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Presidential campaign schedules for Tuesday include Philly stops for both Harris and Vance Republican VP nominee JD Vance is coming to South Philly on Tuesday Meet the West Philly man who rented a billboard to find a date Philadelphia police introducing new tactics to thwart illegal car meet-ups Philadelphia police announce latest targeted traffic enforcement initiative Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this August 6th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! Today, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to announce her running mate before her campaign rally in Philly, while JD Vance, Republican nominee for vice president, will be in South Philadelphia at the 2300 Arena. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz also talk about the lengths a local man went to to find a date, then play a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.  

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]]> 1096 Voting, Philly Basketball & Youth Homelessness with Councilmember Isaiah Thomas https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Philadelphia City Council is out for summer recess, but for our elected officials, the work is ongoing. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember-at-large Isaiah Thomas to talk about his work with young people, basketball, voting, and what we all could be doing right now to make Philly just a little bit better.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Voting, Philly Basketball & Youth Homelessness with Councilmember Isaiah Thomas full City Cast The Philadelphia City Council is out for summer recess, but for our elected officials, the work is ongoing. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember-at-large Isaiah Thomas to talk about his work with young people, basketball, voting, and what we all could be doing right now to make Philly just a little bit better.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Philadelphia City Council is out for summer recess, but for our elected officials, the work is ongoing. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Councilmember-at-large Isaiah Thomas to talk about his work with young people, basketball, voting, and what we all could be doing right now to make Philly just a little bit better. 

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]]> 1530 PA Presidential Campaigning, Graffiti Pier’s Partial Collapse, Trash Complaints https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the presidential candidates campaigning in Pennsylvania and the partial collapse of Graffiti Pier earlier this week. Plus, a rise in trash complaints and some initiatives helping Philadelphians beat these hot summers. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by independent environmental journalist Kyle Bagenstose and standup comedian Nicole Phoenix, and they give their recommendations for events happening this month in the city.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Portion of Graffiti Pier collapses into Delaware River in Philadelphia Trump questions Kamala Harris' racial identity at NABJ ahead of Pa. rally; Harris will campaign in Philly with her VP pick next week Residents welcome Philly’s citywide cleanup, but complaint data show trash quickly returns 1,000+ Philadelphians won’t get cooling help this summer as LIHEAP funds run out For our city to beat the heat, it’s going to take a whole lot of green We also mentioned our guide to events all around Philly this month and our conversation with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz last month on the extreme heat we’ve been experiencing. Plus, the Philadelphia School District’s Back-to-School Bus Tour. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this August 2nd episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 PA Presidential Campaigning, Graffiti Pier’s Partial Collapse, Trash Complaints full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the presidential candidates campaigning in Pennsylvania and the partial collapse of Graffiti Pier earlier this week. Plus, a rise in trash complaints and some initiatives helping Philadelphians beat these hot summers. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by independent environmental journalist Kyle Bagenstose and standup comedian Nicole Phoenix, and they give their recommendations for events happening this month in the city.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Portion of Graffiti Pier collapses into Delaware River in Philadelphia Trump questions Kamala Harris' racial identity at NABJ ahead of Pa. rally; Harris will campaign in Philly with her VP pick next week Residents welcome Philly’s citywide cleanup, but complaint data show trash quickly returns 1,000+ Philadelphians won’t get cooling help this summer as LIHEAP funds run out For our city to beat the heat, it’s going to take a whole lot of green We also mentioned our guide to events all around Philly this month and our conversation with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz last month on the extreme heat we’ve been experiencing. Plus, the Philadelphia School District’s Back-to-School Bus Tour. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this August 2nd episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the presidential candidates campaigning in Pennsylvania and the partial collapse of Graffiti Pier earlier this week. Plus, a rise in trash complaints and some initiatives helping Philadelphians beat these hot summers. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by independent environmental journalist Kyle Bagenstose and standup comedian Nicole Phoenix, and they give their recommendations for events happening this month in the city. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


We also mentioned our guide to events all around Philly this month and our conversation with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz last month on the extreme heat we’ve been experiencing. Plus, the Philadelphia School District’s Back-to-School Bus Tour.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1807 Your Guide to August in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  Can you believe summer’s nearly halfway over? Let’s make the most of it! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying August in Philly, from a bookstore crawl to several cultural, film, and food festivals that you don’t want to miss. And if you love Asha’s tip on how to get a free pass to the Academy of Natural Sciences thanks to their new partnership with the Free Library, check out our episode on all the things you can get with your library card.  For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Incogni.    Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to August in Philly full City Cast If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  Can you believe summer’s nearly halfway over? Let’s make the most of it! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying August in Philly, from a bookstore crawl to several cultural, film, and food festivals that you don’t want to miss. And if you love Asha’s tip on how to get a free pass to the Academy of Natural Sciences thanks to their new partnership with the Free Library, check out our episode on all the things you can get with your library card.  For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Incogni.    Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. 

Can you believe summer’s nearly halfway over? Let’s make the most of it! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying August in Philly, from a bookstore crawl to several cultural, film, and food festivals that you don’t want to miss. And if you love Asha’s tip on how to get a free pass to the Academy of Natural Sciences thanks to their new partnership with the Free Library, check out our episode on all the things you can get with your library card. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Incogni.   

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]]> 1328 The Best Food Trucks in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s festival season, which means there are plenty of food trucks in Philly pulling up to serve up some grub — not to mention the tried-and-true staples all around the city. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about our favorites. Food trucks mentioned in this episode:  Humpty's Dumplings Corneey’s The Crepe Truck Burrito Feliz Korea Taqueria  Gigi and Big R Pot of Essence Mom-Mom’s Pierogies Zoagies Farina Pasta and Noodle Chickie’s and Pete’s  Wokworks House of Cupcakes Saudia Shuler’s Country Cookin Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 31st episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Food Trucks in Philly full City Cast It’s festival season, which means there are plenty of food trucks in Philly pulling up to serve up some grub — not to mention the tried-and-true staples all around the city. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about our favorites. Food trucks mentioned in this episode:  Humpty's Dumplings Corneey’s The Crepe Truck Burrito Feliz Korea Taqueria  Gigi and Big R Pot of Essence Mom-Mom’s Pierogies Zoagies Farina Pasta and Noodle Chickie’s and Pete’s  Wokworks House of Cupcakes Saudia Shuler’s Country Cookin Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 31st episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s festival season, which means there are plenty of food trucks in Philly pulling up to serve up some grub — not to mention the tried-and-true staples all around the city. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about our favorites.

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]]> 998 Message in a Bottle Mystery, ‘Worst Roommate Ever’ Movie, Philly Fountain Turns 100 https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about the story behind a mysterious message in a bottle that washed up in Ocean City, New Jersey, and a local ‘Worse Roommate Ever’ story is getting turned into a movie. Plus, we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Story of Philly squatter from Netflix's 'Worst Roommate Ever' to be made into movie Worst Roommate Ever ‘Bridesmaids’ Director Paul Feig to Helm Bad Roommate Thriller for Blumhouse Did the world’s oldest message in a bottle just wash up on a beach in Ocean City? Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Gov. Josh Shapiro speaking at rally for Kamala Harris with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer SEPTA to test solar-powered screens at bus stops that would give riders real-time info Swann Memorial Fountain turns 100 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 30th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Message in a Bottle Mystery, ‘Worst Roommate Ever’ Movie, Philly Fountain Turns 100 full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about the story behind a mysterious message in a bottle that washed up in Ocean City, New Jersey, and a local ‘Worse Roommate Ever’ story is getting turned into a movie. Plus, we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Story of Philly squatter from Netflix's 'Worst Roommate Ever' to be made into movie Worst Roommate Ever ‘Bridesmaids’ Director Paul Feig to Helm Bad Roommate Thriller for Blumhouse Did the world’s oldest message in a bottle just wash up on a beach in Ocean City? Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Gov. Josh Shapiro speaking at rally for Kamala Harris with Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer SEPTA to test solar-powered screens at bus stops that would give riders real-time info Swann Memorial Fountain turns 100 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 30th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about the story behind a mysterious message in a bottle that washed up in Ocean City, New Jersey, and a local ‘Worse Roommate Ever’ story is getting turned into a movie. Plus, we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1311 What It Takes To Keep Philly Running at Night https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly has amazing nightlife — but, it could be even better. For example, the city could use more late-night food spots and transit options. Plus, businesses that operate at night have unique challenges and need specific kinds of support to thrive. That’s why the Philadelphia Department of Commerce created a new job in 2022: the Night Time Economy Director, aka the city’s “Night Mayor.” We’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Night Mayor Raheem Manning about the role and the needs of the businesses and people who keep our city going from sundown to sunrise. Read the City’s first-year progress report on Philly’s night time economy here. Businesses can contact the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services by calling 215-683-2100 or emailing business@phila.gov. Support is available in languages including Chinese, Khmer, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 29th episode:  Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 29 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 What It Takes To Keep Philly Running at Night full City Cast Philly has amazing nightlife — but, it could be even better. For example, the city could use more late-night food spots and transit options. Plus, businesses that operate at night have unique challenges and need specific kinds of support to thrive. That’s why the Philadelphia Department of Commerce created a new job in 2022: the Night Time Economy Director, aka the city’s “Night Mayor.” We’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Night Mayor Raheem Manning about the role and the needs of the businesses and people who keep our city going from sundown to sunrise. Read the City’s first-year progress report on Philly’s night time economy here. Businesses can contact the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services by calling 215-683-2100 or emailing business@phila.gov. Support is available in languages including Chinese, Khmer, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 29th episode:  Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly has amazing nightlife — but, it could be even better. For example, the city could use more late-night food spots and transit options. Plus, businesses that operate at night have unique challenges and need specific kinds of support to thrive. That’s why the Philadelphia Department of Commerce created a new job in 2022: the Night Time Economy Director, aka the city’s “Night Mayor.” We’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Night Mayor Raheem Manning about the role and the needs of the businesses and people who keep our city going from sundown to sunrise.

Read the City’s first-year progress report on Philly’s night time economy here.

Businesses can contact the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services by calling 215-683-2100 or emailing business@phila.gov. Support is available in languages including Chinese, Khmer, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

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]]> 1024 NJ Eyes 76ers Arena, Gun Violence in Philly, & Local Olympic Athletes https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the toll increase on 4 Delaware River bridges, details on the mass shooting in Carroll Park along with the broad state of gun violence in Philly, and New Jersey’s efforts to get the Sixers to move out of the city. Plus, local athletes to root for in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Mensah Dean, staff writer at The Trace — a nonprofit newsroom focused on gun violence.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Tolls on 4 bridges over Delaware River set to increase to $6 Wells Fargo planning to drop name from South Philadelphia sports arena New Jersey officials vying for Philadelphia 76ers to open new arena in Garden State Victim of West Philly mass shooting will be charged with murder Police identify another suspect wanted for mass shooting that left 3 dead in West Philadelphia Philadelphia police name 16-year-old who was shot execution-style in Oxford Circle Here are the Black athletes from the Delaware Valley in this year’s Olympics All the ways to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics: TV and stream info, schedule Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 26th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 26 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 NJ Eyes 76ers Arena, Gun Violence in Philly, & Local Olympic Athletes full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the toll increase on 4 Delaware River bridges, details on the mass shooting in Carroll Park along with the broad state of gun violence in Philly, and New Jersey’s efforts to get the Sixers to move out of the city. Plus, local athletes to root for in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Mensah Dean, staff writer at The Trace — a nonprofit newsroom focused on gun violence.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Tolls on 4 bridges over Delaware River set to increase to $6 Wells Fargo planning to drop name from South Philadelphia sports arena New Jersey officials vying for Philadelphia 76ers to open new arena in Garden State Victim of West Philly mass shooting will be charged with murder Police identify another suspect wanted for mass shooting that left 3 dead in West Philadelphia Philadelphia police name 16-year-old who was shot execution-style in Oxford Circle Here are the Black athletes from the Delaware Valley in this year’s Olympics All the ways to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics: TV and stream info, schedule Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 26th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the toll increase on 4 Delaware River bridges, details on the mass shooting in Carroll Park along with the broad state of gun violence in Philly, and New Jersey’s efforts to get the Sixers to move out of the city. Plus, local athletes to root for in the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Mensah Dean, staff writer at The Trace — a nonprofit newsroom focused on gun violence.  

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]]> 1328 Is Gov. Shapiro the Best VP Pick for Democrats? https://philly.citycast.fm/ The 2024 presidential election cycle took a turn when President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he wasn’t running for reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. Now, all eyes are on Harris as the presumed nominee, and who she might choose as her running mate. One of the names that’s been floated as a possible VP pick is Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stephen Caruso, state Capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, and Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Shapiro’s accomplishments and controversies, and how likely it is that he’ll join Harris on the Democratic ticket. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 25 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is Gov. Shapiro the Best VP Pick for Democrats? full City Cast The 2024 presidential election cycle took a turn when President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he wasn’t running for reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. Now, all eyes are on Harris as the presumed nominee, and who she might choose as her running mate. One of the names that’s been floated as a possible VP pick is Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stephen Caruso, state Capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, and Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Shapiro’s accomplishments and controversies, and how likely it is that he’ll join Harris on the Democratic ticket. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The 2024 presidential election cycle took a turn when President Joe Biden announced on Sunday that he wasn’t running for reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate. Now, all eyes are on Harris as the presumed nominee, and who she might choose as her running mate. One of the names that’s been floated as a possible VP pick is Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stephen Caruso, state Capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, and Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Shapiro’s accomplishments and controversies, and how likely it is that he’ll join Harris on the Democratic ticket.

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]]> 960 We Taste Test Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly’ Chips https://philly.citycast.fm/ The annual Herr’s: Flavored by Philly Contest is back! This is when the Pennsylvania snack company introduces limited edition flavors inspired by the Philly region. This year’s flavors are Talluto's Cheese Ravioli and Marinara, Mom Mom’s Potato Pierogi, and Romano’s Special Hot Stromboli. So who got the best flavor this year? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, do a taste test. Plus, they vote for their favorites!  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 We Taste Test Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly’ Chips full City Cast The annual Herr’s: Flavored by Philly Contest is back! This is when the Pennsylvania snack company introduces limited edition flavors inspired by the Philly region. This year’s flavors are Talluto's Cheese Ravioli and Marinara, Mom Mom’s Potato Pierogi, and Romano’s Special Hot Stromboli. So who got the best flavor this year? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, do a taste test. Plus, they vote for their favorites!  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The annual Herr’s: Flavored by Philly Contest is back! This is when the Pennsylvania snack company introduces limited edition flavors inspired by the Philly region. This year’s flavors are Talluto's Cheese Ravioli and Marinara, Mom Mom’s Potato Pierogi, and Romano’s Special Hot Stromboli. So who got the best flavor this year? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, do a taste test. Plus, they vote for their favorites! 

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]]> 1419 Protecting Bike Lanes, New PA Liquor Law, Road Closures in Wissahickon https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about bike advocates' demands for making Philly safer for cyclists, what’s causing some roads to close around the Wissahickon Valley Park, and the new alcoholic beverage coming to PA grocery stores. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, test their knowledge on the region’s news with a quiz. Plus, how Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race could impact the state. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president. What would he bring to the ticket? NJ distillery unveils pork roll, egg and cheese on everything bagel vodka Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  HBO's 'Task' is preparing to film in Wissahickon Valley Park next week Bicycle Coalition Petition Announcement Opinion: Houses of worship shouldn’t get to park in bike lanes on weekends Canned cocktails will soon be sold in Pennsylvania grocery stores Pennsylvania Governor signs bill allowing sale of canned cocktails in grocery stores The Cheesesteak Quest is sponsored by Tecovas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 23 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Protecting Bike Lanes, New PA Liquor Law, Road Closures in Wissahickon full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about bike advocates' demands for making Philly safer for cyclists, what’s causing some roads to close around the Wissahickon Valley Park, and the new alcoholic beverage coming to PA grocery stores. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, test their knowledge on the region’s news with a quiz. Plus, how Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race could impact the state. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president. What would he bring to the ticket? NJ distillery unveils pork roll, egg and cheese on everything bagel vodka Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  HBO's 'Task' is preparing to film in Wissahickon Valley Park next week Bicycle Coalition Petition Announcement Opinion: Houses of worship shouldn’t get to park in bike lanes on weekends Canned cocktails will soon be sold in Pennsylvania grocery stores Pennsylvania Governor signs bill allowing sale of canned cocktails in grocery stores The Cheesesteak Quest is sponsored by Tecovas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Tecovas Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup. We’re talking about bike advocates' demands for making Philly safer for cyclists, what’s causing some roads to close around the Wissahickon Valley Park, and the new alcoholic beverage coming to PA grocery stores. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, test their knowledge on the region’s news with a quiz. Plus, how Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race could impact the state.

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]]> 1213 How the Phanatic Became a Philly (and Baseball) Icon https://philly.citycast.fm/ While the Phillies are number one in the league right now, is the Phanatic the best mascot in baseball? And how did a giant, flightless bird from the Galápagos wind up representing us anyway? We’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had last year with AJ Mass, editor and writer at ESPN and author of “Yes, It’s Hot in Here,” about his experience as a mascot for the New York Mets and how the Phanatic became the model for future mascots to follow.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How the Phanatic Became a Philly (and Baseball) Icon full City Cast While the Phillies are number one in the league right now, is the Phanatic the best mascot in baseball? And how did a giant, flightless bird from the Galápagos wind up representing us anyway? We’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had last year with AJ Mass, editor and writer at ESPN and author of “Yes, It’s Hot in Here,” about his experience as a mascot for the New York Mets and how the Phanatic became the model for future mascots to follow.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. While the Phillies are number one in the league right now, is the Phanatic the best mascot in baseball? And how did a giant, flightless bird from the Galápagos wind up representing us anyway? We’re revisiting a conversation host Trenae Nuri had last year with AJ Mass, editor and writer at ESPN and author of “Yes, It’s Hot in Here,” about his experience as a mascot for the New York Mets and how the Phanatic became the model for future mascots to follow. 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 999 2 State Reps Resign, TikTok Controversy, ‘Potential Chemical Contamination’ Near Bartram’s Garden https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’ve got the details on the Bartram's Garden official’s response to a ‘potential chemical contamination’ and Great Valley School District’s reaction to a TikTok controversy. Plus, two Philadelphia state House representatives resigned this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer’s Maddie Hanna, education reporter; Gillian McGoldrick, state government reporter; and Frank Kummer, environmental reporter.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Traces of snow observed at Philadelphia airport amid heat wave Two Philly state representatives resign, putting Democrats’ majority in the House on hold once again Bartram’s Garden closes trail because of ‘potential chemical contamination’ nearby Malvern middle schoolers created more than 20 TikTok accounts that impersonated teachers and posted inappropriate content Students Target Teachers in Group TikTok Attack, Shaking Their School More than 200 people show up at Great Valley school board, pushing back on district’s TikTok response Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 19 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 2 State Reps Resign, TikTok Controversy, ‘Potential Chemical Contamination’ Near Bartram’s Garden full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’ve got the details on the Bartram's Garden official’s response to a ‘potential chemical contamination’ and Great Valley School District’s reaction to a TikTok controversy. Plus, two Philadelphia state House representatives resigned this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer’s Maddie Hanna, education reporter; Gillian McGoldrick, state government reporter; and Frank Kummer, environmental reporter.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Traces of snow observed at Philadelphia airport amid heat wave Two Philly state representatives resign, putting Democrats’ majority in the House on hold once again Bartram’s Garden closes trail because of ‘potential chemical contamination’ nearby Malvern middle schoolers created more than 20 TikTok accounts that impersonated teachers and posted inappropriate content Students Target Teachers in Group TikTok Attack, Shaking Their School More than 200 people show up at Great Valley school board, pushing back on district’s TikTok response Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’ve got the details on the Bartram's Garden official’s response to a ‘potential chemical contamination’ and Great Valley School District’s reaction to a TikTok controversy. Plus, two Philadelphia state House representatives resigned this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer’s Maddie Hanna, education reporter; Gillian McGoldrick, state government reporter; and Frank Kummer, environmental reporter.  

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]]> 1143 How’s Philly Doing With the Citywide Clean Up? https://philly.citycast.fm/ From street sweeping to road repairs, there’s a massive citywide cleanup underway. It’s all a part of “One Philly” – Mayor Parker’s plan to clean the city’s nearly 18,000 blocks this summer. So, how have the cleaning efforts been going? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at WHYY’S Billy Penn, about what’s getting fixed, residents’ reactions to the cleanup efforts, and what the lasting impact might be. Read Meir’s full story here.  Find out when cleaning crews are coming to your neighborhood in this online map (click “2024 Citywide Cleaning Schedule”). Plus, here’s how to make a 311 service request. Check out our episodes on illegal dumping, and how to recycle and repurpose your old junk. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 18th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 18 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How’s Philly Doing With the Citywide Clean Up? full City Cast From street sweeping to road repairs, there’s a massive citywide cleanup underway. It’s all a part of “One Philly” – Mayor Parker’s plan to clean the city’s nearly 18,000 blocks this summer. So, how have the cleaning efforts been going? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at WHYY’S Billy Penn, about what’s getting fixed, residents’ reactions to the cleanup efforts, and what the lasting impact might be. Read Meir’s full story here.  Find out when cleaning crews are coming to your neighborhood in this online map (click “2024 Citywide Cleaning Schedule”). Plus, here’s how to make a 311 service request. Check out our episodes on illegal dumping, and how to recycle and repurpose your old junk. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 18th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From street sweeping to road repairs, there’s a massive citywide cleanup underway. It’s all a part of “One Philly” – Mayor Parker’s plan to clean the city’s nearly 18,000 blocks this summer. So, how have the cleaning efforts been going? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at WHYY’S Billy Penn, about what’s getting fixed, residents’ reactions to the cleanup efforts, and what the lasting impact might be.

Read Meir’s full story here. 

Find out when cleaning crews are coming to your neighborhood in this online map (click “2024 Citywide Cleaning Schedule”). Plus, here’s how to make a 311 service request.

Check out our episodes on illegal dumping, and how to recycle and repurpose your old junk.

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]]> 929 Philly’s Best Pizza Places https://philly.citycast.fm/ You can never go wrong with pizza! So, we're dishing about where to get the most satisfying slice — or pie — here in the city. We’re taking it back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez about the best places to grab anything from Detroit-style slices to Indian fusion pizza.  Pizza places mentioned in this episode: Angelo’s Pizzeria Bar 1010 Bella Italia &pizza Blaze Pizza SNAP Custom Pizza Lorenzo and Sons Pizza  Paulie Gee’s Soul City Slice Shop Wawa Manco & Manco (Ocean City) Polizzi's Brick Oven (Washington Township) Brooklyn Original Pizzeria (Haddon Heights) Little Sicily Pizza II Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 17th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 17 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Best Pizza Places full City Cast You can never go wrong with pizza! So, we're dishing about where to get the most satisfying slice — or pie — here in the city. We’re taking it back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez about the best places to grab anything from Detroit-style slices to Indian fusion pizza.  Pizza places mentioned in this episode: Angelo’s Pizzeria Bar 1010 Bella Italia &pizza Blaze Pizza SNAP Custom Pizza Lorenzo and Sons Pizza  Paulie Gee’s Soul City Slice Shop Wawa Manco & Manco (Ocean City) Polizzi's Brick Oven (Washington Township) Brooklyn Original Pizzeria (Haddon Heights) Little Sicily Pizza II Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 17th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. You can never go wrong with pizza! So, we're dishing about where to get the most satisfying slice — or pie — here in the city. We’re taking it back to a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez about the best places to grab anything from Detroit-style slices to Indian fusion pizza. 

Pizza places mentioned in this episode:


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]]> 1006 SEPTA Funding, EV Fees & More in PA’s New Budget https://philly.citycast.fm/ The state just passed a $47.6 billion dollar budget. It was only two weeks late this time — not bad, by Pennsylvania standards — and set a bunch of new priorities. Spotlight PA’s capitol reporter Stephen Caruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri to talk about where the state is putting its money and what got left on the cutting room floor. We also mentioned this episode from last year about why school funding in PA isn’t fair. You can also check out City Cast Pittsburgh’s episode on school vouchers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 16th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Funding, EV Fees & More in PA’s New Budget full City Cast The state just passed a $47.6 billion dollar budget. It was only two weeks late this time — not bad, by Pennsylvania standards — and set a bunch of new priorities. Spotlight PA’s capitol reporter Stephen Caruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri to talk about where the state is putting its money and what got left on the cutting room floor. We also mentioned this episode from last year about why school funding in PA isn’t fair. You can also check out City Cast Pittsburgh’s episode on school vouchers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 16th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The state just passed a $47.6 billion dollar budget. It was only two weeks late this time — not bad, by Pennsylvania standards — and set a bunch of new priorities. Spotlight PA’s capitol reporter Stephen Caruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri to talk about where the state is putting its money and what got left on the cutting room floor.

We also mentioned this episode from last year about why school funding in PA isn’t fair. You can also check out City Cast Pittsburgh’s episode on school vouchers.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1295 Glenn 'Hurricane' Schwartz on Why It’s So Hot in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s been super hot this summer, with temperatures climbing above 90 degrees and humidity making it feel even hotter. What’s the deal with these heat waves, and is weather like this going to be the new normal in Philly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz, award-winning meteorologist, about why it’s so hot, the urban heat island effect, and what Philadelphians can do to mitigate climate change.  See which neighborhoods in Philly are most affected by the urban heat island effect (you’ll need to select Philadelphia from the list of cities) — and how we compare to other urban areas — in these maps from Climate Central. Check out our guides on how the urban heat island effect impacts Philly, and ways to stay cool this summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 15th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Glenn 'Hurricane' Schwartz on Why It’s So Hot in Philly full City Cast It’s been super hot this summer, with temperatures climbing above 90 degrees and humidity making it feel even hotter. What’s the deal with these heat waves, and is weather like this going to be the new normal in Philly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz, award-winning meteorologist, about why it’s so hot, the urban heat island effect, and what Philadelphians can do to mitigate climate change.  See which neighborhoods in Philly are most affected by the urban heat island effect (you’ll need to select Philadelphia from the list of cities) — and how we compare to other urban areas — in these maps from Climate Central. Check out our guides on how the urban heat island effect impacts Philly, and ways to stay cool this summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 15th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s been super hot this summer, with temperatures climbing above 90 degrees and humidity making it feel even hotter. What’s the deal with these heat waves, and is weather like this going to be the new normal in Philly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz, award-winning meteorologist, about why it’s so hot, the urban heat island effect, and what Philadelphians can do to mitigate climate change. 

See which neighborhoods in Philly are most affected by the urban heat island effect (you’ll need to select Philadelphia from the list of cities) — and how we compare to other urban areas — in these maps from Climate Central.

Check out our guides on how the urban heat island effect impacts Philly, and ways to stay cool this summer.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1314 Return-To-Office Policy Battle, PA’s License Plate Redesign, & Wawa’s Superfan https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker defending her return-to-office policy, and a lawsuit trying to block it. Plus, Pennsylvania’s license plate redesign, how to stay cool in Philly’s extreme heat, and some of the most Philly things we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Alex Hillman, co-founder of Indy Hall Clubhouse.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Best Ways To Stay Cool in Philly How To Keep Your Dog Safe in the Philly Heat Mayor Cherelle Parker defends her strict return-to-office policy for city workers a day before the dispute heads to court Wawa fan collects every order slip from 000-999 then asks ‘What do I do with my life now?’ Wawa to close Port Richmond store after 45 years Check out the Bungee Brand’s Poncho: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8u77vSur_s/  The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is debuting a new license plate in 2025! Sign up to be first to get one of the new license plates. Indy Hall Reading Club Listen to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s press conference on her return-to-office policy on the city’s Facebook page. You can find out more about SEPTA’s trolley maintenance blitz here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 12th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 12 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Return-To-Office Policy Battle, PA’s License Plate Redesign, & Wawa’s Superfan full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker defending her return-to-office policy, and a lawsuit trying to block it. Plus, Pennsylvania’s license plate redesign, how to stay cool in Philly’s extreme heat, and some of the most Philly things we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Alex Hillman, co-founder of Indy Hall Clubhouse.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Best Ways To Stay Cool in Philly How To Keep Your Dog Safe in the Philly Heat Mayor Cherelle Parker defends her strict return-to-office policy for city workers a day before the dispute heads to court Wawa fan collects every order slip from 000-999 then asks ‘What do I do with my life now?’ Wawa to close Port Richmond store after 45 years Check out the Bungee Brand’s Poncho: https://www.instagram.com/p/C8u77vSur_s/  The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is debuting a new license plate in 2025! Sign up to be first to get one of the new license plates. Indy Hall Reading Club Listen to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s press conference on her return-to-office policy on the city’s Facebook page. You can find out more about SEPTA’s trolley maintenance blitz here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 12th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker defending her return-to-office policy, and a lawsuit trying to block it. Plus, Pennsylvania’s license plate redesign, how to stay cool in Philly’s extreme heat, and some of the most Philly things we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Alex Hillman, co-founder of Indy Hall Clubhouse. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Listen to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s press conference on her return-to-office policy on the city’s Facebook page.

You can find out more about SEPTA’s trolley maintenance blitz here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1701 What’s Next for America’s Oldest Zoo? https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Philadelphia Zoo — aka America’s first zoo — is celebrating its 150th anniversary this month. And, there’s been lots of hype, from a new celebratory zoo key design to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s announcement that July 1st is now “Philadelphia Zoo Day.” So, we took a trip to the zoo and host Trenae Nuri sat down with President and CEO Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman to talk about notable milestones and her favorite things to see and do at Philly’s historical zoo.  Check out the zoo’s upcoming events. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 11th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 11 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 What’s Next for America’s Oldest Zoo? full City Cast The Philadelphia Zoo — aka America’s first zoo — is celebrating its 150th anniversary this month. And, there’s been lots of hype, from a new celebratory zoo key design to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s announcement that July 1st is now “Philadelphia Zoo Day.” So, we took a trip to the zoo and host Trenae Nuri sat down with President and CEO Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman to talk about notable milestones and her favorite things to see and do at Philly’s historical zoo.  Check out the zoo’s upcoming events. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 11th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Philadelphia Zoo — aka America’s first zoo — is celebrating its 150th anniversary this month. And, there’s been lots of hype, from a new celebratory zoo key design to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s announcement that July 1st is now “Philadelphia Zoo Day.” So, we took a trip to the zoo and host Trenae Nuri sat down with President and CEO Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman to talk about notable milestones and her favorite things to see and do at Philly’s historical zoo. 

Check out the zoo’s upcoming events.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1321 How Philly Changed Ice Cream https://philly.citycast.fm/ Ice cream was invented more than two thousand years ago, but 19th-century Philadelphians played a significant role in revolutionizing the process. So how come we don’t know about them? Host Trenae Nuri talks with food historian and co-host of the City Cast Las Vegas podcast Sarah Lohman about Philadelphia-style ice cream, and the women and Black culinary professionals whose innovations made it what it is today. Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.” We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 10th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How Philly Changed Ice Cream full City Cast Ice cream was invented more than two thousand years ago, but 19th-century Philadelphians played a significant role in revolutionizing the process. So how come we don’t know about them? Host Trenae Nuri talks with food historian and co-host of the City Cast Las Vegas podcast Sarah Lohman about Philadelphia-style ice cream, and the women and Black culinary professionals whose innovations made it what it is today. Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.” We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 10th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Ice cream was invented more than two thousand years ago, but 19th-century Philadelphians played a significant role in revolutionizing the process. So how come we don’t know about them? Host Trenae Nuri talks with food historian and co-host of the City Cast Las Vegas podcast Sarah Lohman about Philadelphia-style ice cream, and the women and Black culinary professionals whose innovations made it what it is today.

Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.”

We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1394 Do You Know PA’s State Symbols? https://philly.citycast.fm/ What comes to your mind when you think of Pennsylvania? Over the years, we have adopted all sorts of plants, animals, and even a drink to represent our Commonwealth, but not all of these symbols and the stories behind them are common knowledge. Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar is putting the City Cast Philly team to the test. Come play along with us! (And special thanks to Sophia Lo, City Cast Pittsburgh producer, for sharing their research and putting together many of these questions.) Here's the ruffed grouse recipe we mentioned in the episode. The Cheesesteak Quest is sponsored by Tecovas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Babbel Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Do You Know PA’s State Symbols? full City Cast What comes to your mind when you think of Pennsylvania? Over the years, we have adopted all sorts of plants, animals, and even a drink to represent our Commonwealth, but not all of these symbols and the stories behind them are common knowledge. Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar is putting the City Cast Philly team to the test. Come play along with us! (And special thanks to Sophia Lo, City Cast Pittsburgh producer, for sharing their research and putting together many of these questions.) Here's the ruffed grouse recipe we mentioned in the episode. The Cheesesteak Quest is sponsored by Tecovas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Babbel Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. What comes to your mind when you think of Pennsylvania? Over the years, we have adopted all sorts of plants, animals, and even a drink to represent our Commonwealth, but not all of these symbols and the stories behind them are common knowledge. Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar is putting the City Cast Philly team to the test. Come play along with us! (And special thanks to Sophia Lo, City Cast Pittsburgh producer, for sharing their research and putting together many of these questions.)

Here's the ruffed grouse recipe we mentioned in the episode.

The Cheesesteak Quest is sponsored by Tecovas.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 2046 Introducing City Cast Philly’s Summer Cheesesteak Quest https://philly.citycast.fm This summer, host Trenae Nuri is going on a mission to figure out who makes the best cheesesteak in Philly. To kick things off, we’re revisiting a conversation we had this spring with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, and Carolyn Wyman, author of “The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book,” about what makes the perfect cheesesteak, and how to order one. They discuss their top cheesesteak spots, which places are overrated, and what the biggest red flags are when picking a cheesesteak spot. The spots mentioned in this episode:  Pat’s Geno’s John’s Roast Pork Angelo’s Dalessandro’s Philip’s Donkey’s Leo’s Lilo’s Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 8th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Introducing City Cast Philly’s Summer Cheesesteak Quest full City Cast This summer, host Trenae Nuri is going on a mission to figure out who makes the best cheesesteak in Philly. To kick things off, we’re revisiting a conversation we had this spring with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, and Carolyn Wyman, author of “The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book,” about what makes the perfect cheesesteak, and how to order one. They discuss their top cheesesteak spots, which places are overrated, and what the biggest red flags are when picking a cheesesteak spot. The spots mentioned in this episode:  Pat’s Geno’s John’s Roast Pork Angelo’s Dalessandro’s Philip’s Donkey’s Leo’s Lilo’s Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 8th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This summer, host Trenae Nuri is going on a mission to figure out who makes the best cheesesteak in Philly. To kick things off, we’re revisiting a conversation we had this spring with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, and Carolyn Wyman, author of “The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book,” about what makes the perfect cheesesteak, and how to order one. They discuss their top cheesesteak spots, which places are overrated, and what the biggest red flags are when picking a cheesesteak spot.

The spots mentioned in this episode: 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1495 Here's What the Entire Country Is Talking About https://philly.citycast.fm/ City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk about what stories they’re watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Listen in for how Trenae Nuri's story stacks up against the rest. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 5th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 05 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Here's What the Entire Country Is Talking About full City Cast City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk about what stories they’re watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Listen in for how Trenae Nuri's story stacks up against the rest. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 5th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk about what stories they’re watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Listen in for how Trenae Nuri's story stacks up against the rest.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 2950 Is Old City Ready for 2026? https://philly.citycast.fm The nation’s 250th anniversary, also known as its semiquincentennial, is coming up in two years, and preparations have already begun. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, Philly culture columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why Philly is “woefully behind” on this front, and if Independence Park will be ready in 2026. Check out Stephanie’s piece about Boston’s Freedom Trail, and how Philly could benefit from something similar. Still figuring out what to do for this year’s 4th of July? There’s always the Wawa Welcome America Festival! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 3rd episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is Old City Ready for 2026? full City Cast The nation’s 250th anniversary, also known as its semiquincentennial, is coming up in two years, and preparations have already begun. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, Philly culture columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why Philly is “woefully behind” on this front, and if Independence Park will be ready in 2026. Check out Stephanie’s piece about Boston’s Freedom Trail, and how Philly could benefit from something similar. Still figuring out what to do for this year’s 4th of July? There’s always the Wawa Welcome America Festival! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 3rd episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The nation’s 250th anniversary, also known as its semiquincentennial, is coming up in two years, and preparations have already begun. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, Philly culture columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why Philly is “woefully behind” on this front, and if Independence Park will be ready in 2026.

Check out Stephanie’s piece about Boston’s Freedom Trail, and how Philly could benefit from something similar.

Still figuring out what to do for this year’s 4th of July? There’s always the Wawa Welcome America Festival!

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1007 Smart Grocery Carts, Little League Scandal, & PA Misses Budget Deadline https://philly.citycast.fm/ In our midweek news roundup, we discuss why state lawmakers missed the budget deadline, the Little League scandal in Springfield, and the new tech coming to some ShopRites. Plus, the Sixers are getting some new players. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ShopRite to bring scan-as-you-go smart carts to some Philly region stores Pennsylvania to begin new fiscal year without budget, as Shapiro, lawmakers express optimism SEPTA approves next year’s budget, but its financial future is contingent on state spending plan Scoop: Springfield Little League ousts board member over flyover stunt Paul George agrees to 4-year, $212M deal with 76ers, ESPN sources say Drummond ‘in the mood for a Philly cheesesteak,' set to return to Sixers Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 2nd episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Smart Grocery Carts, Little League Scandal, & PA Misses Budget Deadline full City Cast In our midweek news roundup, we discuss why state lawmakers missed the budget deadline, the Little League scandal in Springfield, and the new tech coming to some ShopRites. Plus, the Sixers are getting some new players. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ShopRite to bring scan-as-you-go smart carts to some Philly region stores Pennsylvania to begin new fiscal year without budget, as Shapiro, lawmakers express optimism SEPTA approves next year’s budget, but its financial future is contingent on state spending plan Scoop: Springfield Little League ousts board member over flyover stunt Paul George agrees to 4-year, $212M deal with 76ers, ESPN sources say Drummond ‘in the mood for a Philly cheesesteak,' set to return to Sixers Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this July 2nd episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In our midweek news roundup, we discuss why state lawmakers missed the budget deadline, the Little League scandal in Springfield, and the new tech coming to some ShopRites. Plus, the Sixers are getting some new players. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.

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]]> 1924 Your Guide to July in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. It’s finally summertime! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying July in Philly, from outdoor movies to a West Philly restaurant week and some top-notch festivals. If you’re planning on going to the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival, don’t miss our episode on can’t-miss restaurants in Chinatown. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to July in Philly full City Cast If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. It’s finally summertime! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying July in Philly, from outdoor movies to a West Philly restaurant week and some top-notch festivals. If you’re planning on going to the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival, don’t miss our episode on can’t-miss restaurants in Chinatown. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

It’s finally summertime! In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying July in Philly, from outdoor movies to a West Philly restaurant week and some top-notch festivals. If you’re planning on going to the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival, don’t miss our episode on can’t-miss restaurants in Chinatown.

For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. 

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]]> 1519 ‘Extended Day’ School Pilot, Kensington Funding and Interventions, Porch Pirates https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how Philly may have improperly spent federal opioid settlement money in Kensington, and the "extended-day, extended-year" school pilot program. Plus, two bold porch pirates fight over a package in Berks County. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Larry Platt, co-founder at The Philadelphia Citizen, and Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Video captures dueling porch pirates race to steal package outside Berks County home Philly’s use of some opioid dollars for Kensington is “non-compliant,” per state trust. Future funding is in question.  Get arrested for drugs in Kensington? Here's a chart that explains the process. ‘Don’t fall on a needle’: When you’re a kid in Kensington, it’s not safe to play outside Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils details of Philadelphia schools’ ‘extended-day, extended-year’ pilot The Philadelphia mayor’s plan for year-round school is taking shape. What will it look like?  Catch Sammy at the Improvised Tony Awards at the SideQuest Theater this weekend! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 ‘Extended Day’ School Pilot, Kensington Funding and Interventions, Porch Pirates full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how Philly may have improperly spent federal opioid settlement money in Kensington, and the "extended-day, extended-year" school pilot program. Plus, two bold porch pirates fight over a package in Berks County. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Larry Platt, co-founder at The Philadelphia Citizen, and Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Video captures dueling porch pirates race to steal package outside Berks County home Philly’s use of some opioid dollars for Kensington is “non-compliant,” per state trust. Future funding is in question.  Get arrested for drugs in Kensington? Here's a chart that explains the process. ‘Don’t fall on a needle’: When you’re a kid in Kensington, it’s not safe to play outside Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils details of Philadelphia schools’ ‘extended-day, extended-year’ pilot The Philadelphia mayor’s plan for year-round school is taking shape. What will it look like?  Catch Sammy at the Improvised Tony Awards at the SideQuest Theater this weekend! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how Philly may have improperly spent federal opioid settlement money in Kensington, and the "extended-day, extended-year" school pilot program. Plus, two bold porch pirates fight over a package in Berks County. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Larry Platt, co-founder at The Philadelphia Citizen, and Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice. 

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]]> 1804 Your Summer Seafood Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ With Philly’s easy access to the mid-Atlantic coast, it’s no surprise that seafood has been a popular choice for Philadelphians since at least the turn of the century. So whether you're on the shore or in the city this summer, the choices are endless, from Sweet Amalia oysters on the half shell to local bluefish and much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks with freelance food and travel writer Alisha Miranda about where to get the best seafood in town, and all things aquaculture. Read Alisha’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Summer Seafood Guide full City Cast With Philly’s easy access to the mid-Atlantic coast, it’s no surprise that seafood has been a popular choice for Philadelphians since at least the turn of the century. So whether you're on the shore or in the city this summer, the choices are endless, from Sweet Amalia oysters on the half shell to local bluefish and much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks with freelance food and travel writer Alisha Miranda about where to get the best seafood in town, and all things aquaculture. Read Alisha’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. With Philly’s easy access to the mid-Atlantic coast, it’s no surprise that seafood has been a popular choice for Philadelphians since at least the turn of the century. So whether you're on the shore or in the city this summer, the choices are endless, from Sweet Amalia oysters on the half shell to local bluefish and much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks with freelance food and travel writer Alisha Miranda about where to get the best seafood in town, and all things aquaculture.

Read Alisha’s full story here. 

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]]> 1038 Will Giving $1k/Month to Expecting Parents Reduce Philly’s Infant Mortality Rates? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. In order to help reduce these high infant mortality rates, the city is launching Philly Joy Bank, a guaranteed income pilot program for 250 pregnant Philadelphians. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how this pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians.  Find out more about the Philly Joy Bank program and how to apply. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Will Giving $1k/Month to Expecting Parents Reduce Philly’s Infant Mortality Rates? full City Cast Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. In order to help reduce these high infant mortality rates, the city is launching Philly Joy Bank, a guaranteed income pilot program for 250 pregnant Philadelphians. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how this pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians.  Find out more about the Philly Joy Bank program and how to apply. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. In order to help reduce these high infant mortality rates, the city is launching Philly Joy Bank, a guaranteed income pilot program for 250 pregnant Philadelphians. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how this pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians. 

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]]> 943 SEPTA’s New Fines & Trolley Designs, Highway Sign Error, Trump’s Cheesesteak Pick https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! What’s up with the new I-95 sign? Plus, the team breaks down SEPTA’s higher fines for disorderly conduct and the designs for the new trolleys coming in 2027. Also, follow along with a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  New I-95 sign misspelled near site of Philadelphia bridge collapse in city's Tacony section SEPTA is upping penalties for smoking, urinating, drunkenness and other bad behavior on transit Check Out SEPTA’s Sexy New Trolley Design New SEPTA trolleys will be more spacious and accessible to people with disabilities Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Heat warning is in effect for Philly for ‘dangerously hot’ conditions into Sunday evening How hot Philly’s summer got in five charts Despite record global heat, Philly had coolest summer since 2014 in 2023 Gopuff reaches its 'biggest-ever partnership' with Tom Brady Trump goes to Tony & Nick’s for a cheesesteak, completing a Philly trilogy Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Tue, 25 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA’s New Fines & Trolley Designs, Highway Sign Error, Trump’s Cheesesteak Pick full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! What’s up with the new I-95 sign? Plus, the team breaks down SEPTA’s higher fines for disorderly conduct and the designs for the new trolleys coming in 2027. Also, follow along with a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  New I-95 sign misspelled near site of Philadelphia bridge collapse in city's Tacony section SEPTA is upping penalties for smoking, urinating, drunkenness and other bad behavior on transit Check Out SEPTA’s Sexy New Trolley Design New SEPTA trolleys will be more spacious and accessible to people with disabilities Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Heat warning is in effect for Philly for ‘dangerously hot’ conditions into Sunday evening How hot Philly’s summer got in five charts Despite record global heat, Philly had coolest summer since 2014 in 2023 Gopuff reaches its 'biggest-ever partnership' with Tom Brady Trump goes to Tony & Nick’s for a cheesesteak, completing a Philly trilogy Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s another midweek news roundup! What’s up with the new I-95 sign? Plus, the team breaks down SEPTA’s higher fines for disorderly conduct and the designs for the new trolleys coming in 2027. Also, follow along with a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.

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]]> 1395 How Language Is Changing in Three Philly Neighborhoods https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly is a city of neighborhoods, and those neighborhoods are always changing — including the way written language is used in public spaces. Daniel Guarin is a PhD candidate in Hispanic linguistics at Temple University, and he looked at over 3,000 signs in three heavily Latino neighborhoods: Fairhill’s “The Golden Block,” Olney, and the Italian Market area. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Guarin about his findings, and how these neighborhoods have evolved linguistically. Read more about Guarin’s study here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How Language Is Changing in Three Philly Neighborhoods full City Cast Philly is a city of neighborhoods, and those neighborhoods are always changing — including the way written language is used in public spaces. Daniel Guarin is a PhD candidate in Hispanic linguistics at Temple University, and he looked at over 3,000 signs in three heavily Latino neighborhoods: Fairhill’s “The Golden Block,” Olney, and the Italian Market area. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Guarin about his findings, and how these neighborhoods have evolved linguistically. Read more about Guarin’s study here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly is a city of neighborhoods, and those neighborhoods are always changing — including the way written language is used in public spaces. Daniel Guarin is a PhD candidate in Hispanic linguistics at Temple University, and he looked at over 3,000 signs in three heavily Latino neighborhoods: Fairhill’s “The Golden Block,” Olney, and the Italian Market area. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Guarin about his findings, and how these neighborhoods have evolved linguistically.

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]]> 1286 Rookie Cops in Kensington, ‘Ikea Boat’ Must Leave, Philly Statue Showdown https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the increased police presence in Kensington, this week’s heat wave, and how the SS United States is being forced to leave its South Philly berth in September. Plus, if Philly’s statues, murals, and other public art came to life, who would win in a fight? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by newsletter editor Asha Prihar and producer Abby Fritz. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly’s Heat Health Emergency is in effect amid scorching temps Philly heat wave: Here’s what you need to know about the Heat Health Emergency, Code Red and more Dozens of new police will soon be deployed to Kensington, and stricter drug enforcement will begin in mid-June Philadelphia police launch enforcement blitz in Kensington SS United States must leave its South Philadelphia berth by mid-September, judge rules Check out our interview with reporter Ximena Conde about the “Ikea boat,” and our conversation this spring about the Kensington encampment sweep.  Want to take a deeper dive into the “which Philly statue would win in a fight” debate? Here’s the Reddit thread that inspired today’s conversation, plus a map of many of Philly’s statues and public artworks. Need some resources to help you stay cool during this heatwave? Check out this map of the city’s cooling centers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this June 21st episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Rookie Cops in Kensington, ‘Ikea Boat’ Must Leave, Philly Statue Showdown full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the increased police presence in Kensington, this week’s heat wave, and how the SS United States is being forced to leave its South Philly berth in September. Plus, if Philly’s statues, murals, and other public art came to life, who would win in a fight? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by newsletter editor Asha Prihar and producer Abby Fritz. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly’s Heat Health Emergency is in effect amid scorching temps Philly heat wave: Here’s what you need to know about the Heat Health Emergency, Code Red and more Dozens of new police will soon be deployed to Kensington, and stricter drug enforcement will begin in mid-June Philadelphia police launch enforcement blitz in Kensington SS United States must leave its South Philadelphia berth by mid-September, judge rules Check out our interview with reporter Ximena Conde about the “Ikea boat,” and our conversation this spring about the Kensington encampment sweep.  Want to take a deeper dive into the “which Philly statue would win in a fight” debate? Here’s the Reddit thread that inspired today’s conversation, plus a map of many of Philly’s statues and public artworks. Need some resources to help you stay cool during this heatwave? Check out this map of the city’s cooling centers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Learn more about the sponsor of this June 21st episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the increased police presence in Kensington, this week’s heat wave, and how the SS United States is being forced to leave its South Philly berth in September. Plus, if Philly’s statues, murals, and other public art came to life, who would win in a fight? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by newsletter editor Asha Prihar and producer Abby Fritz.

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Check out our interview with reporter Ximena Conde about the “Ikea boat,” and our conversation this spring about the Kensington encampment sweep. 

Want to take a deeper dive into the “which Philly statue would win in a fight” debate? Here’s the Reddit thread that inspired today’s conversation, plus a map of many of Philly’s statues and public artworks.

Need some resources to help you stay cool during this heatwave? Check out this map of the city’s cooling centers.

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]]> 1597 Your Unofficial Philly Parking Rulebook https://philly.citycast.fm/ Parking in Philly is not for the faint of heart. There’s official regulations and then there’s unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Last August, host Trenae Nuri sat down with producer Abby Fritz and former executive producer Laura Benshoff to talk through their hacks for finding the best parking spots in the city.  Find out more about the recent crackdown on illegal parking in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 20th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Unofficial Philly Parking Rulebook full City Cast Parking in Philly is not for the faint of heart. There’s official regulations and then there’s unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Last August, host Trenae Nuri sat down with producer Abby Fritz and former executive producer Laura Benshoff to talk through their hacks for finding the best parking spots in the city.  Find out more about the recent crackdown on illegal parking in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 20th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Parking in Philly is not for the faint of heart. There’s official regulations and then there’s unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Last August, host Trenae Nuri sat down with producer Abby Fritz and former executive producer Laura Benshoff to talk through their hacks for finding the best parking spots in the city. 

Find out more about the recent crackdown on illegal parking in Philly.

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]]> 1160 Why Recreational Cannabis Still Isn’t Legal in PA https://philly.citycast.fm/ Gov. Shapiro says he wants to fully legalize recreational cannabis; what’s the holdup in the legislature? City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talks with Spotlight PA reporter Ed Mahon about where Pennsylvania stands on this issue, particularly in light of Ohio’s expanded access. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 18th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why Recreational Cannabis Still Isn’t Legal in PA full City Cast Gov. Shapiro says he wants to fully legalize recreational cannabis; what’s the holdup in the legislature? City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talks with Spotlight PA reporter Ed Mahon about where Pennsylvania stands on this issue, particularly in light of Ohio’s expanded access. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 18th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Gov. Shapiro says he wants to fully legalize recreational cannabis; what’s the holdup in the legislature? City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talks with Spotlight PA reporter Ed Mahon about where Pennsylvania stands on this issue, particularly in light of Ohio’s expanded access.

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]]> 989 Why Philly Needs a Sports Mayor https://philly.citycast.fm/ Whether you love our Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or Sixers, one thing is clear: Philly is a very sports-oriented city. But is there something missing in our sports culture? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Diana Lind, writer and urban policy specialist, about why she thinks Philly needs a sports mayor, and what that role could look like here. Check out Diana’s Substack, The New Urban Order, where she makes the case for sports mayors. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 17th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why Philly Needs a Sports Mayor full City Cast Whether you love our Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or Sixers, one thing is clear: Philly is a very sports-oriented city. But is there something missing in our sports culture? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Diana Lind, writer and urban policy specialist, about why she thinks Philly needs a sports mayor, and what that role could look like here. Check out Diana’s Substack, The New Urban Order, where she makes the case for sports mayors. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 17th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Whether you love our Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or Sixers, one thing is clear: Philly is a very sports-oriented city. But is there something missing in our sports culture? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Diana Lind, writer and urban policy specialist, about why she thinks Philly needs a sports mayor, and what that role could look like here.

Check out Diana’s Substack, The New Urban Order, where she makes the case for sports mayors.

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]]> 938 Fewer Block Parties, OCF Closes Coffee Shops, Kelce Bros. Beer Business https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why the city is rejecting certain block party applications and the closure of all OCF Coffee House locations. Plus, the Kelce brothers have a new business. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and producer. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Some Philadelphia block parties derailed by summer safety issues All OCF Coffee House locations close permanently, a week after workers moved to unionize Jason & Travis Kelce Join Forces for The First Time as Owners and Operators of Garage Beer From North Philly to Paris: Kahleah Copper’s road to 2024 Olympics a journey of tears, setbacks and success How To Celebrate Juneteenth in Philly Check out this link for more information on Nicole’s comedy event at Two Locals Brewing June 28. Interested in performing yourself? Sign up here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 14 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Fewer Block Parties, OCF Closes Coffee Shops, Kelce Bros. Beer Business full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why the city is rejecting certain block party applications and the closure of all OCF Coffee House locations. Plus, the Kelce brothers have a new business. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and producer. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Some Philadelphia block parties derailed by summer safety issues All OCF Coffee House locations close permanently, a week after workers moved to unionize Jason & Travis Kelce Join Forces for The First Time as Owners and Operators of Garage Beer From North Philly to Paris: Kahleah Copper’s road to 2024 Olympics a journey of tears, setbacks and success How To Celebrate Juneteenth in Philly Check out this link for more information on Nicole’s comedy event at Two Locals Brewing June 28. Interested in performing yourself? Sign up here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why the city is rejecting certain block party applications and the closure of all OCF Coffee House locations. Plus, the Kelce brothers have a new business. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and producer.

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]]> 1273 Is This $4.5 Billion Program Really Fixing Philly’s Sewer Systems? https://philly.citycast.fm/ In 2011, the Philadelphia Water Department created the 25-year, $2.4 billion “Green City, Clean Waters” program to fix the city’s aging sewer systems. However, even though the program has been nationally recognized for its innovative green infrastructure, it’s turning out to be more costly than expected. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about these cost increases, and if the city needs a better plan to handle its sewage problems. Read Kyle’s full story on the “Green City, Clean Waters” program here.  Learn more about the “Green City, Clean Waters” program, and how you can get involved. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is This $4.5 Billion Program Really Fixing Philly’s Sewer Systems? full City Cast In 2011, the Philadelphia Water Department created the 25-year, $2.4 billion “Green City, Clean Waters” program to fix the city’s aging sewer systems. However, even though the program has been nationally recognized for its innovative green infrastructure, it’s turning out to be more costly than expected. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about these cost increases, and if the city needs a better plan to handle its sewage problems. Read Kyle’s full story on the “Green City, Clean Waters” program here.  Learn more about the “Green City, Clean Waters” program, and how you can get involved. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In 2011, the Philadelphia Water Department created the 25-year, $2.4 billion “Green City, Clean Waters” program to fix the city’s aging sewer systems. However, even though the program has been nationally recognized for its innovative green infrastructure, it’s turning out to be more costly than expected. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about these cost increases, and if the city needs a better plan to handle its sewage problems.

Read Kyle’s full story on the “Green City, Clean Waters” program here. 

Learn more about the “Green City, Clean Waters” program, and how you can get involved.

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]]> 920 Why You Should Try Breakfast Tacos in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Breakfast tacos made their Philly debut 15 years ago, but they’ve experienced a resurgence recently thanks to Taco Heart. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and her favorite breakfast taco spots in Philly.  Check out more of Jenn’s reporting on breakfast tacos here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why You Should Try Breakfast Tacos in Philly full City Cast Breakfast tacos made their Philly debut 15 years ago, but they’ve experienced a resurgence recently thanks to Taco Heart. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and her favorite breakfast taco spots in Philly.  Check out more of Jenn’s reporting on breakfast tacos here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Breakfast tacos made their Philly debut 15 years ago, but they’ve experienced a resurgence recently thanks to Taco Heart. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and her favorite breakfast taco spots in Philly. 

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]]> 980 City Council Approves Budget, Gritty's New Song, Verizon Hall Renamed https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first city budget, which got the green light from City Council last week. Plus, a Philly sports mascot has a new song, and we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Winners and losers from the first city budget in Philly’s Parker-Johnson era Council green-lights Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget plans, including $100 million for a Northeast Philly drug rehab center Philly’s next city budget will fund University City affordable housing, library upgrades, and Mural Arts A glorious choral hymn about Gritty premieres this weekend Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Kimmel Center’s historic tribute: Marian Anderson Hall unveiled UArts had explored a possible merger with Drexel two years ago — but it didn’t materialize Pa. House passes bill to provide free pads and tampons for students Listen to our interview with Aaron Moselle to learn more about the affordable housing project in University City. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 City Council Approves Budget, Gritty's New Song, Verizon Hall Renamed full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first city budget, which got the green light from City Council last week. Plus, a Philly sports mascot has a new song, and we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Winners and losers from the first city budget in Philly’s Parker-Johnson era Council green-lights Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget plans, including $100 million for a Northeast Philly drug rehab center Philly’s next city budget will fund University City affordable housing, library upgrades, and Mural Arts A glorious choral hymn about Gritty premieres this weekend Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Kimmel Center’s historic tribute: Marian Anderson Hall unveiled UArts had explored a possible merger with Drexel two years ago — but it didn’t materialize Pa. House passes bill to provide free pads and tampons for students Listen to our interview with Aaron Moselle to learn more about the affordable housing project in University City. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first city budget, which got the green light from City Council last week. Plus, a Philly sports mascot has a new song, and we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

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]]> 1226 The State of Gang Violence in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Last Monday, District Attorney Larry Krasner announced that the Big Naddy Gang in North Philly is “history,” thanks to the recent arrests of BNG members. Some think that arrests like these are part of the reason for the dramatic decrease in shootings and homicides since 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the state of gang violence in Philly, and the code of silence that keeps potential witnesses from speaking up.  Check out Ellie’s recent reporting here, including her story about the young man who defied the code of silence in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The State of Gang Violence in Philly full City Cast Last Monday, District Attorney Larry Krasner announced that the Big Naddy Gang in North Philly is “history,” thanks to the recent arrests of BNG members. Some think that arrests like these are part of the reason for the dramatic decrease in shootings and homicides since 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the state of gang violence in Philly, and the code of silence that keeps potential witnesses from speaking up.  Check out Ellie’s recent reporting here, including her story about the young man who defied the code of silence in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Last Monday, District Attorney Larry Krasner announced that the Big Naddy Gang in North Philly is “history,” thanks to the recent arrests of BNG members. Some think that arrests like these are part of the reason for the dramatic decrease in shootings and homicides since 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the state of gang violence in Philly, and the code of silence that keeps potential witnesses from speaking up. 

Check out Ellie’s recent reporting here, including her story about the young man who defied the code of silence in Philly.

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]]> 1035 WTF Happened With UArts? Plus, Bus Station Ideas & Mysterious Cloud Billboard https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the University of the Arts closure, where the city should put the intercity bus station, and the mystery behind Old City’s cloud billboard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  University of the Arts closure coverage from the Inquirer It’s time for Philly to build a proper bus station. Here are six possible locations. Overbrook Night Market Summer of Wonder Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 07 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 WTF Happened With UArts? Plus, Bus Station Ideas & Mysterious Cloud Billboard full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the University of the Arts closure, where the city should put the intercity bus station, and the mystery behind Old City’s cloud billboard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  University of the Arts closure coverage from the Inquirer It’s time for Philly to build a proper bus station. Here are six possible locations. Overbrook Night Market Summer of Wonder Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the University of the Arts closure, where the city should put the intercity bus station, and the mystery behind Old City’s cloud billboard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast. 

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]]> 1948 The Future of Philly’s Eviction Diversion Program https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly’s nationally recognized Eviction Diversion Program was created by city ordinance during the pandemic in order to keep people in their homes, and has been extended several times. Last week, City Council voted to make the program permanent, pending Mayor Cherelle Parker’s approval. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about what landlords, housing advocates, and tenants think of this program, and what it needs to continue in Philly long-term.  Read Aaron’s full story here. Find out more about Philly’s Eviction Diversion Program and how to apply. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 06 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Future of Philly’s Eviction Diversion Program full City Cast Philly’s nationally recognized Eviction Diversion Program was created by city ordinance during the pandemic in order to keep people in their homes, and has been extended several times. Last week, City Council voted to make the program permanent, pending Mayor Cherelle Parker’s approval. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about what landlords, housing advocates, and tenants think of this program, and what it needs to continue in Philly long-term.  Read Aaron’s full story here. Find out more about Philly’s Eviction Diversion Program and how to apply. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly’s nationally recognized Eviction Diversion Program was created by city ordinance during the pandemic in order to keep people in their homes, and has been extended several times. Last week, City Council voted to make the program permanent, pending Mayor Cherelle Parker’s approval. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about what landlords, housing advocates, and tenants think of this program, and what it needs to continue in Philly long-term. 

Read Aaron’s full story here.

Find out more about Philly’s Eviction Diversion Program and how to apply.

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]]> 788 PA Beers You Should Try This Summer https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s Philly Beer Week, and many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to try, we’ve got some options for you. Last year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about and sampled some of the beers made in the commonwealth. Listen along and see if you agree with our takes. Here’s the Esquire list of the Best Bars in America in 2024. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 05 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 PA Beers You Should Try This Summer full City Cast It’s Philly Beer Week, and many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to try, we’ve got some options for you. Last year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about and sampled some of the beers made in the commonwealth. Listen along and see if you agree with our takes. Here’s the Esquire list of the Best Bars in America in 2024. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s Philly Beer Week, and many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to try, we’ve got some options for you. Last year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about and sampled some of the beers made in the commonwealth. Listen along and see if you agree with our takes.

Here’s the Esquire list of the Best Bars in America in 2024.

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]]> 1632 UArts Suddenly Closes, 4th Street Deli Reopens, Nike’s Philly Dunk https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about why the University of the Arts will close later this week, as well as the closing (and subsequent reopening) of Famous 4th Street Deli after health code violations. Plus, a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The University of the Arts is closing June 7, its president says University of the Arts students protest their school’s stunning closure — a shutdown unprecedented in recent higher ed history Famous 4th Street Deli is shut down over health issues; owner says they ‘dropped the ball’  Famous 4th Street Deli reopens after a ‘small army’ fixes health issues Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Sneakerheads line up for Nike Dunk Low ‘Philly’ shoes at Center City store The story behind the Nike ‘Philly’ Dunks, featuring a color-changing swoosh and plenty of local Easter eggs Philly starts the hunt for an intercity bus station near 30th Street Read more about food safety inspections in Philly here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 UArts Suddenly Closes, 4th Street Deli Reopens, Nike’s Philly Dunk full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about why the University of the Arts will close later this week, as well as the closing (and subsequent reopening) of Famous 4th Street Deli after health code violations. Plus, a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The University of the Arts is closing June 7, its president says University of the Arts students protest their school’s stunning closure — a shutdown unprecedented in recent higher ed history Famous 4th Street Deli is shut down over health issues; owner says they ‘dropped the ball’  Famous 4th Street Deli reopens after a ‘small army’ fixes health issues Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Sneakerheads line up for Nike Dunk Low ‘Philly’ shoes at Center City store The story behind the Nike ‘Philly’ Dunks, featuring a color-changing swoosh and plenty of local Easter eggs Philly starts the hunt for an intercity bus station near 30th Street Read more about food safety inspections in Philly here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about why the University of the Arts will close later this week, as well as the closing (and subsequent reopening) of Famous 4th Street Deli after health code violations. Plus, a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):


Read more about food safety inspections in Philly here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1406 A Realtor’s Tips on Renting in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live. Finding a place to call home, however, is not always easy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000 A Realtor’s Tips on Renting in Philly full City Cast Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live. Finding a place to call home, however, is not always easy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live. Finding a place to call home, however, is not always easy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 933 Shore Safety, Upcycling Philly Trees, Wheelies on Sidewalks?! https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the violence and chaos along the New Jersey shore over Memorial Day weekend, an initiative to recycle fallen trees, and what signifies the start of summer in Philly. Plus, the weird and wild stuff we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune, and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Teen stabbed, multiple arrests made in Ocean City boardwalk chaos on Memorial Day weekend Following stabbing, Jersey Shore official says unruly teens won’t be allowed to ‘steal summer’ Philly's fallen trees are being turned into building material at Fairmount Park Philadelphia Reforestation Hub will upcycle urban wood waste to support the city’s climate goals Find out more here about how to get a tree planted on your block. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Listen to the “Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose” series from our friends at City Cast Denver. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 31 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Shore Safety, Upcycling Philly Trees, Wheelies on Sidewalks?! full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the violence and chaos along the New Jersey shore over Memorial Day weekend, an initiative to recycle fallen trees, and what signifies the start of summer in Philly. Plus, the weird and wild stuff we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune, and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Teen stabbed, multiple arrests made in Ocean City boardwalk chaos on Memorial Day weekend Following stabbing, Jersey Shore official says unruly teens won’t be allowed to ‘steal summer’ Philly's fallen trees are being turned into building material at Fairmount Park Philadelphia Reforestation Hub will upcycle urban wood waste to support the city’s climate goals Find out more here about how to get a tree planted on your block. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Listen to the “Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose” series from our friends at City Cast Denver. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the violence and chaos along the New Jersey shore over Memorial Day weekend, an initiative to recycle fallen trees, and what signifies the start of summer in Philly. Plus, the weird and wild stuff we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune, and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg.

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Find out more here about how to get a tree planted on your block.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

Listen to the “Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose” series from our friends at City Cast Denver.

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1512 yes Your Guide to June in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  Now that it’s (unofficially) summertime, we’re ready to get outside and explore the city. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying June in Philly, from the can’t-miss art festivals (most of them are free!) to our recommendations for celebrating Juneteenth and Pride. And if you’re digging newsletter editor Asha Prihar’s pizza crawl plans, don’t miss our episode on the best pizza in Philly! For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. You can reach us at philly@citycast.fm Thu, 30 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to June in Philly full City Cast If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  Now that it’s (unofficially) summertime, we’re ready to get outside and explore the city. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying June in Philly, from the can’t-miss art festivals (most of them are free!) to our recommendations for celebrating Juneteenth and Pride. And if you’re digging newsletter editor Asha Prihar’s pizza crawl plans, don’t miss our episode on the best pizza in Philly! For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. You can reach us at philly@citycast.fm If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. 

Now that it’s (unofficially) summertime, we’re ready to get outside and explore the city. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying June in Philly, from the can’t-miss art festivals (most of them are free!) to our recommendations for celebrating Juneteenth and Pride. And if you’re digging newsletter editor Asha Prihar’s pizza crawl plans, don’t miss our episode on the best pizza in Philly!

For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

You can reach us at philly@citycast.fm

]]> 1425 SEPTA Bus Revolution Approved, Fairmount Addiction Center Drama & New Gayborhood Bar https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, for an epic news quiz that covers the latest in politics, transportation, and local business news. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism (spoilers ahead, if you’re following along with the news quiz):  SEPTA's overhauled bus routes approved after 2 years of public hearings and revisions Wissahickon Valley Park restoration project to limit access to Forbidden Drive for six months City Council may subpoena Mayor Parker over Fairmount addiction center President Biden will launch a coalition to shore up support with Black voters on Wednesday Cooperative Grocery Launches Germantown Store D.C.’s Little Gay Pub becomes a little bigger with a new location in Philly Click here for an interactive map of road closures and detours at Wissahickon Valley Park. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Wed, 29 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Bus Revolution Approved, Fairmount Addiction Center Drama & New Gayborhood Bar full City Cast We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, for an epic news quiz that covers the latest in politics, transportation, and local business news. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism (spoilers ahead, if you’re following along with the news quiz):  SEPTA's overhauled bus routes approved after 2 years of public hearings and revisions Wissahickon Valley Park restoration project to limit access to Forbidden Drive for six months City Council may subpoena Mayor Parker over Fairmount addiction center President Biden will launch a coalition to shore up support with Black voters on Wednesday Cooperative Grocery Launches Germantown Store D.C.’s Little Gay Pub becomes a little bigger with a new location in Philly Click here for an interactive map of road closures and detours at Wissahickon Valley Park. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, for an epic news quiz that covers the latest in politics, transportation, and local business news.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism (spoilers ahead, if you’re following along with the news quiz): 


Click here for an interactive map of road closures and detours at Wissahickon Valley Park.

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

]]> 1373 What Do Philadelphians Sound Like? https://philly.citycast.fm/ There’s no debate that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can sound different from neighborhood to neighborhood. We’re revisiting a conversation from earlier this year between host Trenae Nuri and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly, about these regional differences and what turns of phrase let you know someone is really from Philly.   Check out Alan’s comedy album, We Got Action.   We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 28 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 What Do Philadelphians Sound Like? full City Cast There’s no debate that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can sound different from neighborhood to neighborhood. We’re revisiting a conversation from earlier this year between host Trenae Nuri and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly, about these regional differences and what turns of phrase let you know someone is really from Philly.   Check out Alan’s comedy album, We Got Action.   We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There’s no debate that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can sound different from neighborhood to neighborhood. We’re revisiting a conversation from earlier this year between host Trenae Nuri and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly, about these regional differences and what turns of phrase let you know someone is really from Philly.  

Check out Alan’s comedy album, We Got Action.  

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1208 ‘Most Valuable Philadelphian,’ Mayor Parker vs. Municipal Unions, Future of Rizzo Statue https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Mayor Parker’s new return-to-office policy for city workers and how people are responding to the mandate, as well as updates on the Frank Rizzo statue lawsuit and its possible return. Plus, the local celebrity who has been dubbed “Most Valuable Philadelphian” by the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Who’s "The Most Valuable Philadelphian"? Find out here.  Mayor Cherelle Parker’s return-to-office policy caused a rift with union leaders. Here’s what could happen next. Scoop: Philadelphia's Frank Rizzo statue may return to supporters We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 24 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 ‘Most Valuable Philadelphian,’ Mayor Parker vs. Municipal Unions, Future of Rizzo Statue full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Mayor Parker’s new return-to-office policy for city workers and how people are responding to the mandate, as well as updates on the Frank Rizzo statue lawsuit and its possible return. Plus, the local celebrity who has been dubbed “Most Valuable Philadelphian” by the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Who’s "The Most Valuable Philadelphian"? Find out here.  Mayor Cherelle Parker’s return-to-office policy caused a rift with union leaders. Here’s what could happen next. Scoop: Philadelphia's Frank Rizzo statue may return to supporters We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Mayor Parker’s new return-to-office policy for city workers and how people are responding to the mandate, as well as updates on the Frank Rizzo statue lawsuit and its possible return. Plus, the local celebrity who has been dubbed “Most Valuable Philadelphian” by the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1539 The Best Patios, Breweries, and Rooftop Dining in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Summer’s right around the corner, which means that it’s the perfect time to eat outside! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about the best places to eat and drink al fresco, from patios and sidewalk cafes to breweries and rooftop bars. Places/events mentioned in this episode: Emmy Squared Pizza Irwin’s Attico Rooftop Urban Farmer Assembly Rooftop Lounge Bok Bar Stratus Lounge Sunset Social Moshulu Spirit of Philadelphia Southeast Asian Market Overbrook Night Market Suraya Positano Coast Stina Pizzeria Independence Beer Garden Evil Genius Beer Company SIPS Happy Hour We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Thu, 23 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Patios, Breweries, and Rooftop Dining in Philly full City Cast Summer’s right around the corner, which means that it’s the perfect time to eat outside! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about the best places to eat and drink al fresco, from patios and sidewalk cafes to breweries and rooftop bars. Places/events mentioned in this episode: Emmy Squared Pizza Irwin’s Attico Rooftop Urban Farmer Assembly Rooftop Lounge Bok Bar Stratus Lounge Sunset Social Moshulu Spirit of Philadelphia Southeast Asian Market Overbrook Night Market Suraya Positano Coast Stina Pizzeria Independence Beer Garden Evil Genius Beer Company SIPS Happy Hour We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Summer’s right around the corner, which means that it’s the perfect time to eat outside! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about the best places to eat and drink al fresco, from patios and sidewalk cafes to breweries and rooftop bars.

Places/events mentioned in this episode:


We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

]]> 923 Eight Places to Hear Philly’s Historic Secrets & Stories https://philly.citycast.fm/ While there’s a lot of buzz lately about how Philadelphia will be celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary, local organizations like Historic Philadelphia Inc. have been bringing our rich history to life for decades. As the birthplace of America, after all, history is woven into our streets, buildings, and even people. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Geoffrey Berwind, artistic director and storyteller director at Historic Philadelphia Inc., about how his organization helps keep Philly’s history relevant through creative storytelling.  Find out more about the Once Upon a Nation program, which is back for the summer starting this weekend. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 22 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Eight Places to Hear Philly’s Historic Secrets & Stories full City Cast While there’s a lot of buzz lately about how Philadelphia will be celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary, local organizations like Historic Philadelphia Inc. have been bringing our rich history to life for decades. As the birthplace of America, after all, history is woven into our streets, buildings, and even people. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Geoffrey Berwind, artistic director and storyteller director at Historic Philadelphia Inc., about how his organization helps keep Philly’s history relevant through creative storytelling.  Find out more about the Once Upon a Nation program, which is back for the summer starting this weekend. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. While there’s a lot of buzz lately about how Philadelphia will be celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary, local organizations like Historic Philadelphia Inc. have been bringing our rich history to life for decades. As the birthplace of America, after all, history is woven into our streets, buildings, and even people. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Geoffrey Berwind, artistic director and storyteller director at Historic Philadelphia Inc., about how his organization helps keep Philly’s history relevant through creative storytelling. 

Find out more about the Once Upon a Nation program, which is back for the summer starting this weekend.

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 878 Philly Is Shrinking, Curfew Proposals & More Flights out of PHL https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about how Philly could be losing its spot as the sixth largest city in the country, as well as the curfews city lawmakers are proposing. Plus, the City Cast Philly team is testing their knowledge with the weekly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia could lose its spot as the 6th-biggest U.S. city, census data shows City Council gets curfew-crazy following Kensington Avenue bill Drexel on lockdown as university's president calls for pro-Palestinian encampment to end For more on the effectiveness of curfews on teens here.  Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  Most write-in votes in the Philly Democratic presidential primary weren’t for people. Why that signals success for ‘uncommitted.’ American Airlines adds new flights to tropical destinations from PHL for winter season Parker’s Clean and Green cabinet will start major Philly cleanup in June We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Is Shrinking, Curfew Proposals & More Flights out of PHL full City Cast It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about how Philly could be losing its spot as the sixth largest city in the country, as well as the curfews city lawmakers are proposing. Plus, the City Cast Philly team is testing their knowledge with the weekly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia could lose its spot as the 6th-biggest U.S. city, census data shows City Council gets curfew-crazy following Kensington Avenue bill Drexel on lockdown as university's president calls for pro-Palestinian encampment to end For more on the effectiveness of curfews on teens here.  Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  Most write-in votes in the Philly Democratic presidential primary weren’t for people. Why that signals success for ‘uncommitted.’ American Airlines adds new flights to tropical destinations from PHL for winter season Parker’s Clean and Green cabinet will start major Philly cleanup in June We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about how Philly could be losing its spot as the sixth largest city in the country, as well as the curfews city lawmakers are proposing. Plus, the City Cast Philly team is testing their knowledge with the weekly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


For more on the effectiveness of curfews on teens here. 

Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): 


We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1003 Why UC’s Affordable Housing Project Is in Limbo https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Philadelphia Housing Authority wants to build 70 affordable housing units on the former site of the University City Townhomes in West Philadelphia, but they’ve hit another snag. This $14 million development needs city funding to move forward, but the project wasn’t listed in Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal or her administration’s five-year plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the future of this project.  Read Aaron’s reporting here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 20 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why UC’s Affordable Housing Project Is in Limbo full City Cast The Philadelphia Housing Authority wants to build 70 affordable housing units on the former site of the University City Townhomes in West Philadelphia, but they’ve hit another snag. This $14 million development needs city funding to move forward, but the project wasn’t listed in Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal or her administration’s five-year plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the future of this project.  Read Aaron’s reporting here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Philadelphia Housing Authority wants to build 70 affordable housing units on the former site of the University City Townhomes in West Philadelphia, but they’ve hit another snag. This $14 million development needs city funding to move forward, but the project wasn’t listed in Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal or her administration’s five-year plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the future of this project. 

Read Aaron’s reporting here.

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]]> 848 Parking Crackdown, Biden Loses Ground in PA & Police Watchdog's New Boss https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s crackdown on illegally parked vehicles and a new poll that takes a look at where the presidential candidates stand with PA voters. Plus, what the new Citizens Police Oversight Commission leader, Tonya McClary, plans for the watchdog group. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by two reporters from The Philadelphia Inquirer: political reporter Julia Terruso and criminal justice and law enforcement reporter Rodrigo Torrejón. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  PPA begins issuing tickets, fines amid crackdown on ADA mobility violations in Philadelphia Biden is struggling in Pa. — even with his base — as voters prefer Trump on major issues. Here are takeaways from a new Inquirer/NYT/Siena poll. Philly’s police oversight commission has a new director after a tumultuous year. Here’s what Tonya McClary wants for the agency. Philadelphia Water Department Projects & Construction Email: water.construction@phila.gov To report construction‑related incidents or issues requiring immediate attention, please call (215) 685‑6300 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 17 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Parking Crackdown, Biden Loses Ground in PA & Police Watchdog's New Boss full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s crackdown on illegally parked vehicles and a new poll that takes a look at where the presidential candidates stand with PA voters. Plus, what the new Citizens Police Oversight Commission leader, Tonya McClary, plans for the watchdog group. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by two reporters from The Philadelphia Inquirer: political reporter Julia Terruso and criminal justice and law enforcement reporter Rodrigo Torrejón. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  PPA begins issuing tickets, fines amid crackdown on ADA mobility violations in Philadelphia Biden is struggling in Pa. — even with his base — as voters prefer Trump on major issues. Here are takeaways from a new Inquirer/NYT/Siena poll. Philly’s police oversight commission has a new director after a tumultuous year. Here’s what Tonya McClary wants for the agency. Philadelphia Water Department Projects & Construction Email: water.construction@phila.gov To report construction‑related incidents or issues requiring immediate attention, please call (215) 685‑6300 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s crackdown on illegally parked vehicles and a new poll that takes a look at where the presidential candidates stand with PA voters. Plus, what the new Citizens Police Oversight Commission leader, Tonya McClary, plans for the watchdog group. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by two reporters from The Philadelphia Inquirer: political reporter Julia Terruso and criminal justice and law enforcement reporter Rodrigo Torrejón.

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Philadelphia Water Department Projects & Construction


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]]> 1163 How To Find Philly’s 20,000 Lead Pipes https://philly.citycast.fm/ Could this be the beginning of the end for lead pipes in Philly? New national regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency are calling for cities across the country to find and map all of their remaining lead pipes by October, and could require them to be replaced within 10 years. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about how the city will meet this deadline and the varying opinions on this plan to get lead out of the drinking water. Read Zane’s full story in Grid here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 16 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How To Find Philly’s 20,000 Lead Pipes full City Cast Could this be the beginning of the end for lead pipes in Philly? New national regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency are calling for cities across the country to find and map all of their remaining lead pipes by October, and could require them to be replaced within 10 years. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about how the city will meet this deadline and the varying opinions on this plan to get lead out of the drinking water. Read Zane’s full story in Grid here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Could this be the beginning of the end for lead pipes in Philly? New national regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency are calling for cities across the country to find and map all of their remaining lead pipes by October, and could require them to be replaced within 10 years. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about how the city will meet this deadline and the varying opinions on this plan to get lead out of the drinking water.

Read Zane’s full story in Grid here.  

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 866 A Foodie’s Guide to Chinatown https://philly.citycast.fm/ Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. To give you the best experience possible next time you’re there, we’re revisiting the Chinatown food tour that City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) took host Trenae Nuri on, running down everything from his favorite Peking duck place to where you can find pastries that look like pieces of fruit.  Chinatown businesses mentioned in the episode:  Dim Sum Garden Cily Chicken Rice and Thai food Ocean Harbor  Terakawa Ramen  Nan Zhou  Sang Kee Peking Duck House M Kee  Lau Kee Tai Lake  Ken’s Seafood  David's Mai Lai Wah   EMei Restaurant Tiger Sugar Prince Tea House A La Mousse  Bar-Ly  Yakitori Boy Tango Hop Sing Laundromat Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 15 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 A Foodie’s Guide to Chinatown full City Cast Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. To give you the best experience possible next time you’re there, we’re revisiting the Chinatown food tour that City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) took host Trenae Nuri on, running down everything from his favorite Peking duck place to where you can find pastries that look like pieces of fruit.  Chinatown businesses mentioned in the episode:  Dim Sum Garden Cily Chicken Rice and Thai food Ocean Harbor  Terakawa Ramen  Nan Zhou  Sang Kee Peking Duck House M Kee  Lau Kee Tai Lake  Ken’s Seafood  David's Mai Lai Wah   EMei Restaurant Tiger Sugar Prince Tea House A La Mousse  Bar-Ly  Yakitori Boy Tango Hop Sing Laundromat Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. To give you the best experience possible next time you’re there, we’re revisiting the Chinatown food tour that City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) took host Trenae Nuri on, running down everything from his favorite Peking duck place to where you can find pastries that look like pieces of fruit. 

Chinatown businesses mentioned in the episode: 


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]]> 1151 Penn Encampment Dismantled, 24-Hour Cheese Machine & Philly News Quiz https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include an update on the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and the 24-hour cheese vending machine in the Olde Kensington neighborhood. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Police in riot gear arrest 33 protesters, including Penn students, at Gaza Solidarity Encampment Penn implements 'added security' for 2024 Commencement, removes details about student procession Philly Gets Its First 24-Hour Cheese Vending Machine The tech powering Philadelphia’s 24/7 cheese dispensary For more background on the Penn encampment from the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, listen here.  Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  How a Restaurant Trademark Battle Erupted Between a Las Vegas and Philly ‘Middle Child’ What to know about the Philadelphia Union’s newest — and youngest — player The Worst Cities To Drive In, Ranked Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Tue, 14 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Penn Encampment Dismantled, 24-Hour Cheese Machine & Philly News Quiz full City Cast It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include an update on the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and the 24-hour cheese vending machine in the Olde Kensington neighborhood. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Police in riot gear arrest 33 protesters, including Penn students, at Gaza Solidarity Encampment Penn implements 'added security' for 2024 Commencement, removes details about student procession Philly Gets Its First 24-Hour Cheese Vending Machine The tech powering Philadelphia’s 24/7 cheese dispensary For more background on the Penn encampment from the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, listen here.  Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):  How a Restaurant Trademark Battle Erupted Between a Las Vegas and Philly ‘Middle Child’ What to know about the Philadelphia Union’s newest — and youngest — player The Worst Cities To Drive In, Ranked Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include an update on the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and the 24-hour cheese vending machine in the Olde Kensington neighborhood. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


For more background on the Penn encampment from the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, listen here. 

Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1484 The Fight To Preserve a Historic Black Family's Home https://philly.citycast.fm/ At 2908 W. Diamond Street sits the home of the world-renowned Black painter Henry Ossawa Tanner, who rose to fame in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1976, the home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but in the decades after it fell into disrepair, culminating in the City of Philadelphia designating it an “unsafe structure” in 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Christopher R. Rogers, co-coordinator of the Friends of the Henry O. Tanner House, about how that group is fighting to preserve this piece of Black history, and his tips for getting started in the process of protecting a historic site in Philly. Keep up with efforts to preserve the Tanner House here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 13 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Fight To Preserve a Historic Black Family's Home full City Cast At 2908 W. Diamond Street sits the home of the world-renowned Black painter Henry Ossawa Tanner, who rose to fame in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1976, the home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but in the decades after it fell into disrepair, culminating in the City of Philadelphia designating it an “unsafe structure” in 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Christopher R. Rogers, co-coordinator of the Friends of the Henry O. Tanner House, about how that group is fighting to preserve this piece of Black history, and his tips for getting started in the process of protecting a historic site in Philly. Keep up with efforts to preserve the Tanner House here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. At 2908 W. Diamond Street sits the home of the world-renowned Black painter Henry Ossawa Tanner, who rose to fame in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1976, the home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but in the decades after it fell into disrepair, culminating in the City of Philadelphia designating it an “unsafe structure” in 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Christopher R. Rogers, co-coordinator of the Friends of the Henry O. Tanner House, about how that group is fighting to preserve this piece of Black history, and his tips for getting started in the process of protecting a historic site in Philly.

Keep up with efforts to preserve the Tanner House here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1187 From City Cast Denver: Introducing ‘Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose’ Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out: You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics? Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself.  It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose. Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15. Sat, 11 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 From City Cast Denver: Introducing ‘Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose’ bonus City Cast Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out: You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics? Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself.  It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose. Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15. Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out:


You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics?


Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself. 


It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose.


Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15.

]]> 136 yes Kensington Encampment Sweep, Penn Grad Students Unionize & Pat's vs. Jim's Steaks https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the city handled clearing out an encampment of unhoused people in Kensington and why University of Pennsylvania graduate students voted to unionize. Plus, both Pat’s and Jim’s recently finished renovating their storefronts … but who has the better cheesesteak? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY News.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pat's Steaks reopens with chicken cheesesteak on menu Philly police and city workers dismantled a Kensington encampment Wednesday Penn grad workers say ‘we’re part of a national movement’ after union win PECO Imposters and Scams Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 10 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Kensington Encampment Sweep, Penn Grad Students Unionize & Pat's vs. Jim's Steaks full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the city handled clearing out an encampment of unhoused people in Kensington and why University of Pennsylvania graduate students voted to unionize. Plus, both Pat’s and Jim’s recently finished renovating their storefronts … but who has the better cheesesteak? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY News.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pat's Steaks reopens with chicken cheesesteak on menu Philly police and city workers dismantled a Kensington encampment Wednesday Penn grad workers say ‘we’re part of a national movement’ after union win PECO Imposters and Scams Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the city handled clearing out an encampment of unhoused people in Kensington and why University of Pennsylvania graduate students voted to unionize. Plus, both Pat’s and Jim’s recently finished renovating their storefronts … but who has the better cheesesteak? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY News. 

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1320 Your Philly Seasonal Allergy Survival Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Tree and grass pollen numbers are high in the city, and expected to last for a few more weeks. So, we’re revisiting a conversation between executive producer Laura Benshoff and Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center, about why allergy season in Philly is starting earlier and earlier each year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief. Check out The Asthma Center’s daily pollen count and sign up for their pollen tracking newsletter here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 09 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Philly Seasonal Allergy Survival Guide full City Cast If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Tree and grass pollen numbers are high in the city, and expected to last for a few more weeks. So, we’re revisiting a conversation between executive producer Laura Benshoff and Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center, about why allergy season in Philly is starting earlier and earlier each year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief. Check out The Asthma Center’s daily pollen count and sign up for their pollen tracking newsletter here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Tree and grass pollen numbers are high in the city, and expected to last for a few more weeks. So, we’re revisiting a conversation between executive producer Laura Benshoff and Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center, about why allergy season in Philly is starting earlier and earlier each year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief.

Check out The Asthma Center’s daily pollen count and sign up for their pollen tracking newsletter here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 773 The Best Ice Cream, Water Ice, and Gelato in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ You may have heard Mister Softee’s signature jingle coming from a truck in your neighborhood … because it’s ice cream season! So we’re breaking down where to get your next frozen treat fix. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato. Here’s a list of the spots recommended in this episode: 1-900-ICE-CREAM Milk Jawn Rita’s Italian Ice Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Fairmount Flavors Kook Burger & Bar John's Water Ice Pop's Water Ice King’s Water Ice and Ice Cream  George’s Water Ice  Chuck’s Philly Vita Philly Fiore Fine Foods Gran Caffè L'aquila The Franklin Fountain Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 08 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Ice Cream, Water Ice, and Gelato in Philly full City Cast You may have heard Mister Softee’s signature jingle coming from a truck in your neighborhood … because it’s ice cream season! So we’re breaking down where to get your next frozen treat fix. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato. Here’s a list of the spots recommended in this episode: 1-900-ICE-CREAM Milk Jawn Rita’s Italian Ice Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Fairmount Flavors Kook Burger & Bar John's Water Ice Pop's Water Ice King’s Water Ice and Ice Cream  George’s Water Ice  Chuck’s Philly Vita Philly Fiore Fine Foods Gran Caffè L'aquila The Franklin Fountain Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. You may have heard Mister Softee’s signature jingle coming from a truck in your neighborhood … because it’s ice cream season! So we’re breaking down where to get your next frozen treat fix. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato.

Here’s a list of the spots recommended in this episode:

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1303 Encampment Persists at Penn, FDR Park Updates & Philly News Quiz https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include the latest from the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and updates on the lawsuit filed by Philly residents over the city’s makeover of FDR Park. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Here's where things stand one week since Penn ordered the Gaza Solidarity Encampment to disband Following week-long silence from Penn, faculty and admin. work to advance encampment negotiations Lawsuit fails to stop FDR Park renovations Orphans’ Court won’t hear FDR Park lawsuit in win for city, renovation supporters Despite pitched opposition, city begins cutting down heritage trees at FDR Park Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 07 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Encampment Persists at Penn, FDR Park Updates & Philly News Quiz full City Cast It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include the latest from the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and updates on the lawsuit filed by Philly residents over the city’s makeover of FDR Park. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Here's where things stand one week since Penn ordered the Gaza Solidarity Encampment to disband Following week-long silence from Penn, faculty and admin. work to advance encampment negotiations Lawsuit fails to stop FDR Park renovations Orphans’ Court won’t hear FDR Park lawsuit in win for city, renovation supporters Despite pitched opposition, city begins cutting down heritage trees at FDR Park Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include the latest from the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and updates on the lawsuit filed by Philly residents over the city’s makeover of FDR Park. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1421 How To Buy Your First House in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly has long been known as a “city of homeowners,” because more than half of houses here are owner-occupied. But if you’ve never purchased a home before, the process can seem intimidating — and expensive. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Abraham Reyes Pardo, Vice President of the Office of Housing and Diversion Services at the Urban League of Philadelphia, and Mary Harper, Director of Housing at the Urban League of Philadelphia, an organization that does housing counseling and education for first-time buyers. They break down all the steps in the process, share tips for budgeting, and explain resources to get money to help you buy that first house. Resources mentioned in this episode: Urban League of Philadelphia First Time Homebuyer Webinars Philly First Home Program Keystone Forgivable in Ten Years Loan Program (K-FIT) Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership program (RNIH) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 06 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 How To Buy Your First House in Philly full City Cast Philly has long been known as a “city of homeowners,” because more than half of houses here are owner-occupied. But if you’ve never purchased a home before, the process can seem intimidating — and expensive. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Abraham Reyes Pardo, Vice President of the Office of Housing and Diversion Services at the Urban League of Philadelphia, and Mary Harper, Director of Housing at the Urban League of Philadelphia, an organization that does housing counseling and education for first-time buyers. They break down all the steps in the process, share tips for budgeting, and explain resources to get money to help you buy that first house. Resources mentioned in this episode: Urban League of Philadelphia First Time Homebuyer Webinars Philly First Home Program Keystone Forgivable in Ten Years Loan Program (K-FIT) Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership program (RNIH) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Philly has long been known as a “city of homeowners,” because more than half of houses here are owner-occupied. But if you’ve never purchased a home before, the process can seem intimidating — and expensive. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Abraham Reyes Pardo, Vice President of the Office of Housing and Diversion Services at the Urban League of Philadelphia, and Mary Harper, Director of Housing at the Urban League of Philadelphia, an organization that does housing counseling and education for first-time buyers. They break down all the steps in the process, share tips for budgeting, and explain resources to get money to help you buy that first house.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1218 School Board Power Struggle, New Bus Station Plan & Wawa vs. Sheetz https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why one Philly School Board nomination is still in limbo and the newest plan to move the Greyhound bus station (again). Plus, Wawa is creeping in on Sheetz territory. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia bureau chief for Chalkbeat, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Wawa entering Central Pennsylvania market in challenge to Sheetz Philadelphia mayor plans to go over City Council’s head, put contested nominee on school board As the bus turns: New proposal for intercity bus stop is Old City parking garage Lifeguards in demand in Philadelphia Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 03 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 School Board Power Struggle, New Bus Station Plan & Wawa vs. Sheetz full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why one Philly School Board nomination is still in limbo and the newest plan to move the Greyhound bus station (again). Plus, Wawa is creeping in on Sheetz territory. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia bureau chief for Chalkbeat, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Wawa entering Central Pennsylvania market in challenge to Sheetz Philadelphia mayor plans to go over City Council’s head, put contested nominee on school board As the bus turns: New proposal for intercity bus stop is Old City parking garage Lifeguards in demand in Philadelphia Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why one Philly School Board nomination is still in limbo and the newest plan to move the Greyhound bus station (again). Plus, Wawa is creeping in on Sheetz territory. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia bureau chief for Chalkbeat, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. 

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1203 Philly's Historic Shift on Needle Exchange Programs https://philly.citycast.fm/ Mayor Cherelle Parker made it clear: “not one city dollar” under her administration will fund syringe exchange programs — a big pivot from previous mayors. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Courtenay Harris Bond, a health reporter for PhillyVoice, about the history of these programs in Philly and why some public health experts warn that losing them could cause a surge in new HIV cases. Read Courtenay’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 02 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly's Historic Shift on Needle Exchange Programs full City Cast Mayor Cherelle Parker made it clear: “not one city dollar” under her administration will fund syringe exchange programs — a big pivot from previous mayors. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Courtenay Harris Bond, a health reporter for PhillyVoice, about the history of these programs in Philly and why some public health experts warn that losing them could cause a surge in new HIV cases. Read Courtenay’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mayor Cherelle Parker made it clear: “not one city dollar” under her administration will fund syringe exchange programs — a big pivot from previous mayors. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Courtenay Harris Bond, a health reporter for PhillyVoice, about the history of these programs in Philly and why some public health experts warn that losing them could cause a surge in new HIV cases.

Read Courtenay’s full story here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 952 Your Guide to May in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re SO over last month's rainy weather. It’s time for some sun and outdoor fun in Philly! In today's episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying May in the city, from the hottest food festivals to four free events you won’t find elsewhere. And, if you loved producer Abby Fritz’s food pick in this episode, don’t miss her recent list of Philly Dessert Pop-Ups You Have to Try. For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Philly, check out a written list of what to do this month written by our Hey Philly newsletter Editor.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 01 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to May in Philly full City Cast If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re SO over last month's rainy weather. It’s time for some sun and outdoor fun in Philly! In today's episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying May in the city, from the hottest food festivals to four free events you won’t find elsewhere. And, if you loved producer Abby Fritz’s food pick in this episode, don’t miss her recent list of Philly Dessert Pop-Ups You Have to Try. For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Philly, check out a written list of what to do this month written by our Hey Philly newsletter Editor.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.

We’re SO over last month's rainy weather. It’s time for some sun and outdoor fun in Philly! In today's episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying May in the city, from the hottest food festivals to four free events you won’t find elsewhere. And, if you loved producer Abby Fritz’s food pick in this episode, don’t miss her recent list of Philly Dessert Pop-Ups You Have to Try.

For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Philly, check out a written list of what to do this month written by our Hey Philly newsletter Editor. 

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1649 Encampment Protests, SEPTA Goes Hybrid & City Hall Solar Power https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re back with a fresh midweek news roundup. We’re catching you up on the pro-Palestinian campus protests cropping up in our area and Philly’s latest efforts to reduce carbon emissions from SEPTA buses and government buildings. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz to test your Philly knowledge. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Student protests over the Israel-Hamas war roil US campuses ahead of graduations Penn protest: Philly councilmember says school's president won't take her calls; protesters warned they're trespassing Pro-Palestinian protesters say Penn's Gaza Solidarity encampment will remain until demands are met Bryn Mawr College Students Set Up Palestine Liberation Encampment Live Updates: Students Occupy Parrish Lawn in Support of Palestine Philadelphia begins powering City Hall and the airport by a solar array 100 miles away SEPTA retires its last all-diesel bus, debuts new hydrogen-powered electric buses Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Encampment Protests, SEPTA Goes Hybrid & City Hall Solar Power full City Cast We’re back with a fresh midweek news roundup. We’re catching you up on the pro-Palestinian campus protests cropping up in our area and Philly’s latest efforts to reduce carbon emissions from SEPTA buses and government buildings. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz to test your Philly knowledge. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Student protests over the Israel-Hamas war roil US campuses ahead of graduations Penn protest: Philly councilmember says school's president won't take her calls; protesters warned they're trespassing Pro-Palestinian protesters say Penn's Gaza Solidarity encampment will remain until demands are met Bryn Mawr College Students Set Up Palestine Liberation Encampment Live Updates: Students Occupy Parrish Lawn in Support of Palestine Philadelphia begins powering City Hall and the airport by a solar array 100 miles away SEPTA retires its last all-diesel bus, debuts new hydrogen-powered electric buses Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We’re back with a fresh midweek news roundup. We’re catching you up on the pro-Palestinian campus protests cropping up in our area and Philly’s latest efforts to reduce carbon emissions from SEPTA buses and government buildings. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz to test your Philly knowledge. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1232 The Best Spas and Wellness Experiences in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Mother’s Day is coming up, and whether it's the mothers in your life who need to be pampered or just you, Philly has a ton of wellness experiences to choose from. To help you pick the best one for your budget, we’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Imani Harris, a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best affordable spas, 6D massage chairs, and hot yoga in the city.  Here’s a list of the wellness destinations mentioned in this episode:  Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Spas and Wellness Experiences in Philly full City Cast Mother’s Day is coming up, and whether it's the mothers in your life who need to be pampered or just you, Philly has a ton of wellness experiences to choose from. To help you pick the best one for your budget, we’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Imani Harris, a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best affordable spas, 6D massage chairs, and hot yoga in the city.  Here’s a list of the wellness destinations mentioned in this episode:  Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mother’s Day is coming up, and whether it's the mothers in your life who need to be pampered or just you, Philly has a ton of wellness experiences to choose from. To help you pick the best one for your budget, we’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Imani Harris, a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best affordable spas, 6D massage chairs, and hot yoga in the city. 

Here’s a list of the wellness destinations mentioned in this episode: 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 875 Is It PASS-YUNK or PASH-YUNK, Sheriff’s ‘Slush Fund’ & Sixers Grievance https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office used an off-budget checking account to buy ammunition, stun guns, and a $9,000 mascot costume, and how Sixers fans are feeling about officiating errors during playoff games against the Knicks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by William Bender, investigative reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports writer for The Philadelphia Tribune.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Are we all saying “Passyunk” wrong? Ammo, DJs, a $9,000 mascot: Inside the Philly sheriff’s ‘slush fund’ spending NBA admits several officiating errors in the final two minutes of the Sixers’ Game 2 loss to the Knicks Check if there are errors on your mail-in ballot here and correct them here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is It PASS-YUNK or PASH-YUNK, Sheriff’s ‘Slush Fund’ & Sixers Grievance full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office used an off-budget checking account to buy ammunition, stun guns, and a $9,000 mascot costume, and how Sixers fans are feeling about officiating errors during playoff games against the Knicks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by William Bender, investigative reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports writer for The Philadelphia Tribune.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Are we all saying “Passyunk” wrong? Ammo, DJs, a $9,000 mascot: Inside the Philly sheriff’s ‘slush fund’ spending NBA admits several officiating errors in the final two minutes of the Sixers’ Game 2 loss to the Knicks Check if there are errors on your mail-in ballot here and correct them here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office used an off-budget checking account to buy ammunition, stun guns, and a $9,000 mascot costume, and how Sixers fans are feeling about officiating errors during playoff games against the Knicks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by William Bender, investigative reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports writer for The Philadelphia Tribune. 

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Check if there are errors on your mail-in ballot here and correct them here. 

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]]> 1054 Philly’s Hot Chicken Showdown https://philly.citycast.fm/ Hot chicken might be synonymous with Nashville, but it’s taking over Philly. This style of fried chicken has a signature “dry” spice paste on the outside that packs a punch. In this poultry showdown, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez chow down on food from one local hot chicken spot, and discuss their other favorite places to get this Nashville-style specialty. Hot chicken restaurants mentioned in the episode:  Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken Asad’s Hot Chicken Dave’s Hot Chicken Bud & Marilyn’s OK Hot Chicken Love & Honey Fried Chicken Hot Clucks Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Hot Chicken Showdown full City Cast Hot chicken might be synonymous with Nashville, but it’s taking over Philly. This style of fried chicken has a signature “dry” spice paste on the outside that packs a punch. In this poultry showdown, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez chow down on food from one local hot chicken spot, and discuss their other favorite places to get this Nashville-style specialty. Hot chicken restaurants mentioned in the episode:  Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken Asad’s Hot Chicken Dave’s Hot Chicken Bud & Marilyn’s OK Hot Chicken Love & Honey Fried Chicken Hot Clucks Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Hot chicken might be synonymous with Nashville, but it’s taking over Philly. This style of fried chicken has a signature “dry” spice paste on the outside that packs a punch. In this poultry showdown, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez chow down on food from one local hot chicken spot, and discuss their other favorite places to get this Nashville-style specialty.

Hot chicken restaurants mentioned in the episode: 

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]]> 798 Can Philly Streeteries Make a Comeback? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Psst... check out major results from yesterday's primary election in today's edition of the Hey Philly newsletter. Want to dine outdoors in the nice spring weather? You might’ve noticed that many of the city’s pandemic-era outdoor dining structures, or “streeteries,” have disappeared. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, about why this is — and which city officials are now taking steps to cut red tape and bring more streeteries back. Read more of Ali’s reporting here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Can Philly Streeteries Make a Comeback? full City Cast Psst... check out major results from yesterday's primary election in today's edition of the Hey Philly newsletter. Want to dine outdoors in the nice spring weather? You might’ve noticed that many of the city’s pandemic-era outdoor dining structures, or “streeteries,” have disappeared. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, about why this is — and which city officials are now taking steps to cut red tape and bring more streeteries back. Read more of Ali’s reporting here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Psst... check out major results from yesterday's primary election in today's edition of the Hey Philly newsletter.

Want to dine outdoors in the nice spring weather? You might’ve noticed that many of the city’s pandemic-era outdoor dining structures, or “streeteries,” have disappeared. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, about why this is — and which city officials are now taking steps to cut red tape and bring more streeteries back.

Read more of Ali’s reporting here. 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1120 Schuylkill River Beach, School Board Drama & Philly News Quiz https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re back with a midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include University City District’s proposal to put a bi-level water park along the Schuylkill River, and why a city council committee grilled Mayor Cherelle Parker’s school board nominees last week. Plus, we’ve got a three-questions news quiz to test your knowledge of more local headlines. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly’s producer, and Asha Prihar, our Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Water park with pool and beach are envisioned for Schuylkill riverfront near 30th Street Station Charter school debate dominates Philadelphia school board nominees’ hearing Philly school board showdown: 8 nominees move forward, but the fate of 1 is unclear Check out our primary voter guide (you can read or listen!) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Schuylkill River Beach, School Board Drama & Philly News Quiz full City Cast We’re back with a midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include University City District’s proposal to put a bi-level water park along the Schuylkill River, and why a city council committee grilled Mayor Cherelle Parker’s school board nominees last week. Plus, we’ve got a three-questions news quiz to test your knowledge of more local headlines. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly’s producer, and Asha Prihar, our Hey Philly newsletter editor.  Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Water park with pool and beach are envisioned for Schuylkill riverfront near 30th Street Station Charter school debate dominates Philadelphia school board nominees’ hearing Philly school board showdown: 8 nominees move forward, but the fate of 1 is unclear Check out our primary voter guide (you can read or listen!) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We’re back with a midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include University City District’s proposal to put a bi-level water park along the Schuylkill River, and why a city council committee grilled Mayor Cherelle Parker’s school board nominees last week. Plus, we’ve got a three-questions news quiz to test your knowledge of more local headlines. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly’s producer, and Asha Prihar, our Hey Philly newsletter editor. 

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Check out our primary voter guide (you can read or listen!)

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1196 Philly's Best Plant Sales & Stores https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s Earth Day – a holiday to celebrate the natural world and bring attention to environmental issues. One way to observe is by greening your space, so the City Cast Philly team has pulled together tons of resources to get you started. We run down the best local plant sales, where to get deals on indoor and outdoor plants, and resources for getting started if you’re a new gardener. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz. Here’s a list of the plant sales, shops, and resources mentioned in the episode:  The 4th annual Big Ass Plant Sale and Market Bartram’s Garden Shop and classes Haverford College Arboretum Spring Plant Sale The Penn State Master Gardeners of Philadelphia County Plant Sale  Philadelphia Orchard Project Spring Open House & Plant Sale Produce Junction Home Depot  Lowe’s R&R Produce Urban Jungle and their nursery Good Host Plants Chloris and Prase Vault & Vine Foliage Plant Boutique West Philly Tool Library Haverford College Arbor Day Tree Planting Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly's Best Plant Sales & Stores full City Cast It’s Earth Day – a holiday to celebrate the natural world and bring attention to environmental issues. One way to observe is by greening your space, so the City Cast Philly team has pulled together tons of resources to get you started. We run down the best local plant sales, where to get deals on indoor and outdoor plants, and resources for getting started if you’re a new gardener. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz. Here’s a list of the plant sales, shops, and resources mentioned in the episode:  The 4th annual Big Ass Plant Sale and Market Bartram’s Garden Shop and classes Haverford College Arboretum Spring Plant Sale The Penn State Master Gardeners of Philadelphia County Plant Sale  Philadelphia Orchard Project Spring Open House & Plant Sale Produce Junction Home Depot  Lowe’s R&R Produce Urban Jungle and their nursery Good Host Plants Chloris and Prase Vault & Vine Foliage Plant Boutique West Philly Tool Library Haverford College Arbor Day Tree Planting Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s Earth Day – a holiday to celebrate the natural world and bring attention to environmental issues. One way to observe is by greening your space, so the City Cast Philly team has pulled together tons of resources to get you started. We run down the best local plant sales, where to get deals on indoor and outdoor plants, and resources for getting started if you’re a new gardener. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz.

Here’s a list of the plant sales, shops, and resources mentioned in the episode: 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1248 State Rep. Boyle’s Warrant, Philly’s WNBA Dreams & ‘Crazy Driving’ Crackdown https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: why there's an arrest warrant out for state Rep. Kevin Boyle, whether Philly will get its own WNBA team in the near future, and a new crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ on North Broad. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, reporter covering Pennsylvania state government for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A warrant has been issued for State Rep. Kevin Boyle’s arrest House Democrats take step toward expelling State. Rep. Kevin Boyle Philadelphia considered for WNBA expansion Philly police launch crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ and illegal parkers along North Broad Street Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 State Rep. Boyle’s Warrant, Philly’s WNBA Dreams & ‘Crazy Driving’ Crackdown full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: why there's an arrest warrant out for state Rep. Kevin Boyle, whether Philly will get its own WNBA team in the near future, and a new crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ on North Broad. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, reporter covering Pennsylvania state government for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A warrant has been issued for State Rep. Kevin Boyle’s arrest House Democrats take step toward expelling State. Rep. Kevin Boyle Philadelphia considered for WNBA expansion Philly police launch crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ and illegal parkers along North Broad Street Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: why there's an arrest warrant out for state Rep. Kevin Boyle, whether Philly will get its own WNBA team in the near future, and a new crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ on North Broad. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, reporter covering Pennsylvania state government for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1052 10 Free and Low-Cost Spring Activities in Philly Parks https://philly.citycast.fm/ The days are getting longer and the flowers are blooming, so let’s go outside! There are tons of ways to enjoy the spring season in Philly’s massive Fairmount parks system, from free movie nights and yoga, to concerts and guided hikes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Amanda Daws Cohen, program manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy, about these and other ways to enjoy our local parks. Check out this blog post from the Fairmount Park Conservancy for the spring events mentioned in this episode, and keep an eye on the group’s calendar to learn about more events coming in the summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 10 Free and Low-Cost Spring Activities in Philly Parks full City Cast The days are getting longer and the flowers are blooming, so let’s go outside! There are tons of ways to enjoy the spring season in Philly’s massive Fairmount parks system, from free movie nights and yoga, to concerts and guided hikes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Amanda Daws Cohen, program manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy, about these and other ways to enjoy our local parks. Check out this blog post from the Fairmount Park Conservancy for the spring events mentioned in this episode, and keep an eye on the group’s calendar to learn about more events coming in the summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. The days are getting longer and the flowers are blooming, so let’s go outside! There are tons of ways to enjoy the spring season in Philly’s massive Fairmount parks system, from free movie nights and yoga, to concerts and guided hikes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Amanda Daws Cohen, program manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy, about these and other ways to enjoy our local parks.

Check out this blog post from the Fairmount Park Conservancy for the spring events mentioned in this episode, and keep an eye on the group’s calendar to learn about more events coming in the summer.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 949 Is It Local News? Or 'Pink Slime'? https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's primary election season, which means partisan information is everywhere. So, how do you know if the news you're consuming is accurate and objective? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrea Wenzel, author and associate professor at Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, about the ways you can spot the difference between real news and a kind of AI-generated content known as “pink slime." Wenzel is also author of the book, Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News.  Resources and articles mentioned in this episode: ‘Pink Slime’: Partisan journalism and the future of local news and the update on this report ‘Pink slime’ sites masquerade as real news. There are 65 in Pennsylvania alone. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Is It Local News? Or 'Pink Slime'? full City Cast It's primary election season, which means partisan information is everywhere. So, how do you know if the news you're consuming is accurate and objective? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrea Wenzel, author and associate professor at Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, about the ways you can spot the difference between real news and a kind of AI-generated content known as “pink slime." Wenzel is also author of the book, Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News.  Resources and articles mentioned in this episode: ‘Pink Slime’: Partisan journalism and the future of local news and the update on this report ‘Pink slime’ sites masquerade as real news. There are 65 in Pennsylvania alone. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It's primary election season, which means partisan information is everywhere. So, how do you know if the news you're consuming is accurate and objective? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrea Wenzel, author and associate professor at Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, about the ways you can spot the difference between real news and a kind of AI-generated content known as “pink slime." Wenzel is also author of the book, Antiracist Journalism: The Challenge of Creating Equitable Local News. 

Resources and articles mentioned in this episode:

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1027 Mayor Parker’s 100 Day Report https://philly.citycast.fm/ Late last week, Mayor Cherelle Parker celebrated her first 100 days in office. She also released a sweeping public safety plan, the 100 Day Report, which calls for hiring more officers, reducing both shootings and nuisance crimes, and revitalizing Kensington by “[removing] the presence of drug users,” among other initiatives. In a special midweek roundup, host Trenae Nuri unpacks the mayor's new policing agenda with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Jillian Bauer-Reese, newsroom director at Kensington Voice, and Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia Bureau Chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: On her 100th day, Mayor Parker unveils aggressive public safety goals and Kensington strategy Mayor Parker’s plan to ‘remove the presence of drug users’ from Kensington raises new questions Philadelphia Mayor Parker’s ‘enhanced’ safety plan for schools relies heavily on police Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Mayor Parker’s 100 Day Report full City Cast Late last week, Mayor Cherelle Parker celebrated her first 100 days in office. She also released a sweeping public safety plan, the 100 Day Report, which calls for hiring more officers, reducing both shootings and nuisance crimes, and revitalizing Kensington by “[removing] the presence of drug users,” among other initiatives. In a special midweek roundup, host Trenae Nuri unpacks the mayor's new policing agenda with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Jillian Bauer-Reese, newsroom director at Kensington Voice, and Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia Bureau Chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: On her 100th day, Mayor Parker unveils aggressive public safety goals and Kensington strategy Mayor Parker’s plan to ‘remove the presence of drug users’ from Kensington raises new questions Philadelphia Mayor Parker’s ‘enhanced’ safety plan for schools relies heavily on police Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Late last week, Mayor Cherelle Parker celebrated her first 100 days in office. She also released a sweeping public safety plan, the 100 Day Report, which calls for hiring more officers, reducing both shootings and nuisance crimes, and revitalizing Kensington by “[removing] the presence of drug users,” among other initiatives. In a special midweek roundup, host Trenae Nuri unpacks the mayor's new policing agenda with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, Jillian Bauer-Reese, newsroom director at Kensington Voice, and Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia Bureau Chief at Chalkbeat Philadelphia.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1505 Your 2024 Primary Election Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Pennsylvania primary is next week. While the presidential nominees are basically locked in already, there are some critical statewide and local races on the ballot. We’ve got a quick and comprehensive guide to help you sort through the crowded field of Attorney General candidates and understand the stakes for key statehouse primaries. Host Trenae Nuri breaks this all down with Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter for Spotlight PA, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Check out the City Cast Philly voter guide, and Spotlight PA’s ‘Your Next AG’ candidate quiz tool. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your 2024 Primary Election Guide full City Cast The Pennsylvania primary is next week. While the presidential nominees are basically locked in already, there are some critical statewide and local races on the ballot. We’ve got a quick and comprehensive guide to help you sort through the crowded field of Attorney General candidates and understand the stakes for key statehouse primaries. Host Trenae Nuri breaks this all down with Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter for Spotlight PA, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Check out the City Cast Philly voter guide, and Spotlight PA’s ‘Your Next AG’ candidate quiz tool. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. The Pennsylvania primary is next week. While the presidential nominees are basically locked in already, there are some critical statewide and local races on the ballot. We’ve got a quick and comprehensive guide to help you sort through the crowded field of Attorney General candidates and understand the stakes for key statehouse primaries. Host Trenae Nuri breaks this all down with Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter for Spotlight PA, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.

Check out the City Cast Philly voter guide, and Spotlight PA’s ‘Your Next AG’ candidate quiz tool.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1460 Arena Workers Strike, New Deadly Opioid & 44 Aftershocks https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include a recent strike by concession workers at the Wells Fargo Center and a new synthetic opioid—stronger than fentanyl—that's showing up in Philly’s drug supply. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aubrey Whelan, health reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  44 aftershocks have followed Friday’s earthquake, but they haven’t been damaging Wells Fargo Center concession workers are on strike. What to know if you’re going to tonight’s Sixers game. Powerful synthetic opioids stronger than fentanyl were found in several overdose deaths in Philly Click here to learn more about the city’s youth summer programming, “It's A Summer Thing.”  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Arena Workers Strike, New Deadly Opioid & 44 Aftershocks full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include a recent strike by concession workers at the Wells Fargo Center and a new synthetic opioid—stronger than fentanyl—that's showing up in Philly’s drug supply. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aubrey Whelan, health reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  44 aftershocks have followed Friday’s earthquake, but they haven’t been damaging Wells Fargo Center concession workers are on strike. What to know if you’re going to tonight’s Sixers game. Powerful synthetic opioids stronger than fentanyl were found in several overdose deaths in Philly Click here to learn more about the city’s youth summer programming, “It's A Summer Thing.”  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include a recent strike by concession workers at the Wells Fargo Center and a new synthetic opioid—stronger than fentanyl—that's showing up in Philly’s drug supply. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aubrey Whelan, health reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Click here to learn more about the city’s youth summer programming, “It's A Summer Thing.” 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1007 Best Day Hikes Near Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ In and around Philly, Pennsylvania has some spectacular nature walks and hikes. Whether you’re a birder, a waterfall lover, or just want to get some steps in outside, there’s a trail or a park for you. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Jim Cheney, the writer and photographer behind the travel website UncoveringPA.com, about the best day hikes in our area, just in time to make your spring trail wishlist.  The hikes, parks, and nature walks mentioned in this episode, in order: Wissahickon Gorge John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Mount Misery hike Ridley Creek State Park Marsh Creek State Park  Nottingham Park Serpentine Barrens Ringing Rocks Park Lehigh Gorge State Park and the Tank Hollow Trail Ricketts Glen State Park and the Falls Trail System Cliff Park Trail System/Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Bushkill Falls Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 11 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Best Day Hikes Near Philly full City Cast In and around Philly, Pennsylvania has some spectacular nature walks and hikes. Whether you’re a birder, a waterfall lover, or just want to get some steps in outside, there’s a trail or a park for you. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Jim Cheney, the writer and photographer behind the travel website UncoveringPA.com, about the best day hikes in our area, just in time to make your spring trail wishlist.  The hikes, parks, and nature walks mentioned in this episode, in order: Wissahickon Gorge John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Mount Misery hike Ridley Creek State Park Marsh Creek State Park  Nottingham Park Serpentine Barrens Ringing Rocks Park Lehigh Gorge State Park and the Tank Hollow Trail Ricketts Glen State Park and the Falls Trail System Cliff Park Trail System/Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Bushkill Falls Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. In and around Philly, Pennsylvania has some spectacular nature walks and hikes. Whether you’re a birder, a waterfall lover, or just want to get some steps in outside, there’s a trail or a park for you. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Jim Cheney, the writer and photographer behind the travel website UncoveringPA.com, about the best day hikes in our area, just in time to make your spring trail wishlist. 

The hikes, parks, and nature walks mentioned in this episode, in order:

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]]> 1104 Why Philly Only Has 4 Librarians in Public Schools Philly public schools are down to just four certified, full-time working librarians, serving a student body of more than 116,000 kids. The problem is so well-known that even Abbott Elementary, the TV sitcom about a fictional Philly public school, did an episode about the librarian shortage. City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff talks with Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, about how this staffing crisis got so bad and what it says about the School District of Philadelphia’s larger budget issues. Read Mike’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why Philly Only Has 4 Librarians in Public Schools full City Cast Philly public schools are down to just four certified, full-time working librarians, serving a student body of more than 116,000 kids. The problem is so well-known that even Abbott Elementary, the TV sitcom about a fictional Philly public school, did an episode about the librarian shortage. City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff talks with Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, about how this staffing crisis got so bad and what it says about the School District of Philadelphia’s larger budget issues. Read Mike’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Philly public schools are down to just four certified, full-time working librarians, serving a student body of more than 116,000 kids. The problem is so well-known that even Abbott Elementary, the TV sitcom about a fictional Philly public school, did an episode about the librarian shortage. City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff talks with Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, about how this staffing crisis got so bad and what it says about the School District of Philadelphia’s larger budget issues.

Read Mike’s full story here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 749 Philly Earthquake Aftermath, Made In America Canceled & News Quiz https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Tune in to hear the team discuss the science behind last week’s earthquake, the cancellation of the Made In America Festival, and some Philly music festivals happening this year that you can still attend. Plus, play along with our three-question news quiz! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great journalism:  Why the New Jersey earthquake was felt several hundred miles away What causes earthquakes? The science behind why seismic events like today's New Jersey shakeup happen Made In America Festival canceled for the second year in a row Local music festivals in the coming months: Decibel Magazine Metal and Beer Fest Sing Us Home Festival Roots Picnic XPoNential Music Festival Kidchella Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Philly Earthquake Aftermath, Made In America Canceled & News Quiz full City Cast We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Tune in to hear the team discuss the science behind last week’s earthquake, the cancellation of the Made In America Festival, and some Philly music festivals happening this year that you can still attend. Plus, play along with our three-question news quiz! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great journalism:  Why the New Jersey earthquake was felt several hundred miles away What causes earthquakes? The science behind why seismic events like today's New Jersey shakeup happen Made In America Festival canceled for the second year in a row Local music festivals in the coming months: Decibel Magazine Metal and Beer Fest Sing Us Home Festival Roots Picnic XPoNential Music Festival Kidchella Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Tune in to hear the team discuss the science behind last week’s earthquake, the cancellation of the Made In America Festival, and some Philly music festivals happening this year that you can still attend. Plus, play along with our three-question news quiz! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.

Our news roundups are powered by great journalism: 

Local music festivals in the coming months:

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]]> 1040 14 Ways To Brunch in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Whether it’s your favorite weekend recovery meal or your Mother’s Day go-to, brunch has mass appeal. In Philly, restaurants with this breakfast-and-lunch combo feature everything from build-your-own-donut stations to mimosa towers. We’re revisiting a conversation from January when host Trenae Nuri broke down the hottest brunch spots with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez, to help you decide where to make those reservations for upcoming spring celebrations.  Here are the brunch spots mentioned in this episode:  Suraya White dog cafe China Gourmet TheWiz Amari's Somo  Middle Child Clubhouse  Lacroix Harp and Crown Sabrina's Cafe Honey’s Sit and Eat  Cafe La Maude Brunch N  Reading Terminal Market Listen here for the best diners still around in the city.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 08 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 14 Ways To Brunch in Philly full City Cast Whether it’s your favorite weekend recovery meal or your Mother’s Day go-to, brunch has mass appeal. In Philly, restaurants with this breakfast-and-lunch combo feature everything from build-your-own-donut stations to mimosa towers. We’re revisiting a conversation from January when host Trenae Nuri broke down the hottest brunch spots with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez, to help you decide where to make those reservations for upcoming spring celebrations.  Here are the brunch spots mentioned in this episode:  Suraya White dog cafe China Gourmet TheWiz Amari's Somo  Middle Child Clubhouse  Lacroix Harp and Crown Sabrina's Cafe Honey’s Sit and Eat  Cafe La Maude Brunch N  Reading Terminal Market Listen here for the best diners still around in the city.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Whether it’s your favorite weekend recovery meal or your Mother’s Day go-to, brunch has mass appeal. In Philly, restaurants with this breakfast-and-lunch combo feature everything from build-your-own-donut stations to mimosa towers. We’re revisiting a conversation from January when host Trenae Nuri broke down the hottest brunch spots with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez, to help you decide where to make those reservations for upcoming spring celebrations. 

Here are the brunch spots mentioned in this episode: 

Listen here for the best diners still around in the city. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1169 Parker's School Board Nominees, New Philly Phlush, and Eclipse Plans https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include the nine nominees for the Philadelphia Board of Education, and which neighborhood is getting a new public restroom pod, known as a Philly Phlush. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter for Axios Philadelphia. They also discuss plans to see Monday’s solar eclipse.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Some area schools are dismissing early, or keeping kids longer, for the upcoming solar eclipse Philadelphia's next public bathroom will soon open in City Park Parker’s picks for Philly school board back her vision for year-round school, longer days Learn more about the 2024 Philly Spring Cleanup here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 05 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Parker's School Board Nominees, New Philly Phlush, and Eclipse Plans full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include the nine nominees for the Philadelphia Board of Education, and which neighborhood is getting a new public restroom pod, known as a Philly Phlush. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter for Axios Philadelphia. They also discuss plans to see Monday’s solar eclipse.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Some area schools are dismissing early, or keeping kids longer, for the upcoming solar eclipse Philadelphia's next public bathroom will soon open in City Park Parker’s picks for Philly school board back her vision for year-round school, longer days Learn more about the 2024 Philly Spring Cleanup here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include the nine nominees for the Philadelphia Board of Education, and which neighborhood is getting a new public restroom pod, known as a Philly Phlush. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter for Axios Philadelphia. They also discuss plans to see Monday’s solar eclipse. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Learn more about the 2024 Philly Spring Cleanup here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 958 A Philly Art Insider’s Guide to First Friday https://philly.citycast.fm/ At the beginning of each month, Philly’s art scene gets some extra love with a citywide celebration called First Friday. Art lovers and deal seekers alike can enjoy extended hours and/or pay-what-you-wish admission at some art museums, and free wine and snacks at local galleries. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Chelsey Luster, a Philadelphia-based curator, educator, and visual artist, about how to make the most of First Fridays. Follow Chelsey’s work here. For more information on First Friday celebrations, check out @phillyfirstfriday on Instagram. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 A Philly Art Insider’s Guide to First Friday full City Cast At the beginning of each month, Philly’s art scene gets some extra love with a citywide celebration called First Friday. Art lovers and deal seekers alike can enjoy extended hours and/or pay-what-you-wish admission at some art museums, and free wine and snacks at local galleries. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Chelsey Luster, a Philadelphia-based curator, educator, and visual artist, about how to make the most of First Fridays. Follow Chelsey’s work here. For more information on First Friday celebrations, check out @phillyfirstfriday on Instagram. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. At the beginning of each month, Philly’s art scene gets some extra love with a citywide celebration called First Friday. Art lovers and deal seekers alike can enjoy extended hours and/or pay-what-you-wish admission at some art museums, and free wine and snacks at local galleries. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Chelsey Luster, a Philadelphia-based curator, educator, and visual artist, about how to make the most of First Fridays.

Follow Chelsey’s work here.

For more information on First Friday celebrations, check out @phillyfirstfriday on Instagram.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 839 The Wild West of Private Security Guards https://philly.citycast.fm/ A disclaimer: this episode contains descriptions of violence and mentions sexual assault. In gas stations, bars and shops in the city, it’s not uncommon to see private security guards, some openly carrying large firearms. But a recent investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that Pennsylvania has some of the most archaic laws in the country governing the private security industry. Guards may receive little training or oversight, leading to injuries, lawsuits, and even deaths. Executive producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter with the Inquirer, about this wild west scenario and what needs to change to make the public—and guards—safer. Read Samantha’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Wild West of Private Security Guards full City Cast A disclaimer: this episode contains descriptions of violence and mentions sexual assault. In gas stations, bars and shops in the city, it’s not uncommon to see private security guards, some openly carrying large firearms. But a recent investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that Pennsylvania has some of the most archaic laws in the country governing the private security industry. Guards may receive little training or oversight, leading to injuries, lawsuits, and even deaths. Executive producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter with the Inquirer, about this wild west scenario and what needs to change to make the public—and guards—safer. Read Samantha’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. A disclaimer: this episode contains descriptions of violence and mentions sexual assault.

In gas stations, bars and shops in the city, it’s not uncommon to see private security guards, some openly carrying large firearms. But a recent investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer found that Pennsylvania has some of the most archaic laws in the country governing the private security industry. Guards may receive little training or oversight, leading to injuries, lawsuits, and even deaths. Executive producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter with the Inquirer, about this wild west scenario and what needs to change to make the public—and guards—safer.

Read Samantha’s full story here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1003 'Smoke-Free SEPTA,' FDR Park Lawsuit & Philly News Quiz https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re back with another midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include a new lawsuit attempting to stop the $250+ million renovations at FDR Park and SEPTA’s latest campaign to get people to stop smoking on the train. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz for you, featuring even more recent headlines! Executive producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri and recaps these news stories and more with producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  “This isn’t route 420”: Smoke-Free SEPTA works to curb smoking on public transit ‘Smoke-free SEPTA’ marks the latest effort to discourage Philly riders from lighting up on the subway Tree clearing in FDR Park gets approval from Philly zoning board South Philly residents sue city, demand injunction on FDR Park makeover For more information on the stories in our news quiz (and some spoilers), check out these links: Question 1, Question 2, Question 3 and Question 4. Check out our episodes from 2022 about the FDR Park Plan here and here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 'Smoke-Free SEPTA,' FDR Park Lawsuit & Philly News Quiz full City Cast We’re back with another midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include a new lawsuit attempting to stop the $250+ million renovations at FDR Park and SEPTA’s latest campaign to get people to stop smoking on the train. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz for you, featuring even more recent headlines! Executive producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri and recaps these news stories and more with producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  “This isn’t route 420”: Smoke-Free SEPTA works to curb smoking on public transit ‘Smoke-free SEPTA’ marks the latest effort to discourage Philly riders from lighting up on the subway Tree clearing in FDR Park gets approval from Philly zoning board South Philly residents sue city, demand injunction on FDR Park makeover For more information on the stories in our news quiz (and some spoilers), check out these links: Question 1, Question 2, Question 3 and Question 4. Check out our episodes from 2022 about the FDR Park Plan here and here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We’re back with another midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include a new lawsuit attempting to stop the $250+ million renovations at FDR Park and SEPTA’s latest campaign to get people to stop smoking on the train. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz for you, featuring even more recent headlines! Executive producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri and recaps these news stories and more with producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

For more information on the stories in our news quiz (and some spoilers), check out these links: Question 1, Question 2, Question 3 and Question 4.

Check out our episodes from 2022 about the FDR Park Plan here and here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1282 Your Guide to April in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’ve got your guide for the best things to do in Philly this month, no foolin’. Tune in to learn about upcoming street festivals, new restaurants to try, and free events from salsa classes to board game rentals. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar each share their recommendations for things to do, and then vote for their favorites. Our recommendations for April: Snatcherella 3000 Battle of the Seasons: Dueling Diva Smackdown Kampar  2024 Philly Theatre Week Flavors on the Avenue National Board Game Day at Thirsty Dice WWE WrestleMania 40 The Chef Conference 2024 Philadelphia Recreation Centers Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at the Franklin Institute Manayunk StrEAt Food Festival ¡Bailar en FDR! Salsa Class and Social Dance For even more things to do this month, check out our website. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to April in Philly full City Cast We’ve got your guide for the best things to do in Philly this month, no foolin’. Tune in to learn about upcoming street festivals, new restaurants to try, and free events from salsa classes to board game rentals. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar each share their recommendations for things to do, and then vote for their favorites. Our recommendations for April: Snatcherella 3000 Battle of the Seasons: Dueling Diva Smackdown Kampar  2024 Philly Theatre Week Flavors on the Avenue National Board Game Day at Thirsty Dice WWE WrestleMania 40 The Chef Conference 2024 Philadelphia Recreation Centers Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at the Franklin Institute Manayunk StrEAt Food Festival ¡Bailar en FDR! Salsa Class and Social Dance For even more things to do this month, check out our website. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We’ve got your guide for the best things to do in Philly this month, no foolin’. Tune in to learn about upcoming street festivals, new restaurants to try, and free events from salsa classes to board game rentals. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar each share their recommendations for things to do, and then vote for their favorites.

Our recommendations for April:

For even more things to do this month, check out our website.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1610 Contested State Rep. Race, School Trauma Pilot & Beer Gardens Return https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Topics this week include a NE Philly state house primary that pits two politically-connected families against each other and a new program to help public school students manage trauma. Executive Producer Laura Benshoff is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, Harrisburg reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:   This Northeast Philly race pits the Doughertys against the Boyles — and the GOP thinks it can flip the seat Philly police will notify schools about students found at traumatic events under pilot program Chaddsford Winery and event space up for sale after 42 years PHS Pop Up Gardens open for the season on Friday For more information on the PHS Pop Up Gardens, check out their website. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 29 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Contested State Rep. Race, School Trauma Pilot & Beer Gardens Return full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Topics this week include a NE Philly state house primary that pits two politically-connected families against each other and a new program to help public school students manage trauma. Executive Producer Laura Benshoff is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, Harrisburg reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:   This Northeast Philly race pits the Doughertys against the Boyles — and the GOP thinks it can flip the seat Philly police will notify schools about students found at traumatic events under pilot program Chaddsford Winery and event space up for sale after 42 years PHS Pop Up Gardens open for the season on Friday For more information on the PHS Pop Up Gardens, check out their website. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Topics this week include a NE Philly state house primary that pits two politically-connected families against each other and a new program to help public school students manage trauma. Executive Producer Laura Benshoff is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, Harrisburg reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia. 

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  

For more information on the PHS Pop Up Gardens, check out their website.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1031 The Best Bagels in Philly There’s nothing like a fresh bagel with cream cheese, or a bagel sandwich, to kick off your morning. Luckily, Philly has an abundance of homegrown bagel places to satisfy all of your carb-y cravings. A few months ago, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, and food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv), debated the pros and cons of the different styles, toppings, and shmears you can find at Philly’s best bagel shops. The spots mentioned in this episode are: Bart's Bagels Essen Bakery The Kettle Black K'Far Cafe Kismet Bagels Knead Bagels  New York Bagel Bakery Philly Style Bagels Schmear It Spread Bagelry Vanilya Bakery Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Best Bagels in Philly full City Cast There’s nothing like a fresh bagel with cream cheese, or a bagel sandwich, to kick off your morning. Luckily, Philly has an abundance of homegrown bagel places to satisfy all of your carb-y cravings. A few months ago, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, and food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv), debated the pros and cons of the different styles, toppings, and shmears you can find at Philly’s best bagel shops. The spots mentioned in this episode are: Bart's Bagels Essen Bakery The Kettle Black K'Far Cafe Kismet Bagels Knead Bagels  New York Bagel Bakery Philly Style Bagels Schmear It Spread Bagelry Vanilya Bakery Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There’s nothing like a fresh bagel with cream cheese, or a bagel sandwich, to kick off your morning. Luckily, Philly has an abundance of homegrown bagel places to satisfy all of your carb-y cravings. A few months ago, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, and food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv), debated the pros and cons of the different styles, toppings, and shmears you can find at Philly’s best bagel shops.

The spots mentioned in this episode are:

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1317 New Housing Is Coming to Germantown. Will Gentrification Follow? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Germantown is going through a transformation. Since 2019, at least 400 new housing units have come online, with another 400 expected in 2025, according to WHYY. This investment is coming to a Philly neighborhood with a deep sense of pride and a history of being overlooked by developers. Some residents hope these new projects will attract more businesses, while others fear changes to the neighborhood could price out longtime residents. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the likelihood of rapid gentrification here. Read Aaron’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 New Housing Is Coming to Germantown. Will Gentrification Follow? full City Cast Germantown is going through a transformation. Since 2019, at least 400 new housing units have come online, with another 400 expected in 2025, according to WHYY. This investment is coming to a Philly neighborhood with a deep sense of pride and a history of being overlooked by developers. Some residents hope these new projects will attract more businesses, while others fear changes to the neighborhood could price out longtime residents. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the likelihood of rapid gentrification here. Read Aaron’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Germantown is going through a transformation. Since 2019, at least 400 new housing units have come online, with another 400 expected in 2025, according to WHYY. This investment is coming to a Philly neighborhood with a deep sense of pride and a history of being overlooked by developers. Some residents hope these new projects will attract more businesses, while others fear changes to the neighborhood could price out longtime residents. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the likelihood of rapid gentrification here.

Read Aaron’s full story here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 973 City Council Approves Curfew, SE Asian Market Delayed, and NCAA Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm/ On today's news roundup, we run down some recent headlines out of Philadelphia City Council, from a new ban on casino-style gaming terminals to a hearing on an anti-blight law that some residents say is misapplied to force them to sell their family homes. Plus, what we know about why the SE Asian Market pushed back its opening date. Executive producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri and recaps these news stories and more with producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly City Council passes bill mandating curfew for some Kensington businesses Philadelphia City Council bans skill game machines within city businesses, giving exceptions to bars and restaurants Philadelphia’s blight-busting business is under scrutiny at City Council The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is postponed. Find a list of individual vendors to follow here Listen to previous City Cast Philly episodes on banning skill games and Act 135. For more background on today’s trivia question, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 City Council Approves Curfew, SE Asian Market Delayed, and NCAA Trivia full City Cast On today's news roundup, we run down some recent headlines out of Philadelphia City Council, from a new ban on casino-style gaming terminals to a hearing on an anti-blight law that some residents say is misapplied to force them to sell their family homes. Plus, what we know about why the SE Asian Market pushed back its opening date. Executive producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri and recaps these news stories and more with producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly City Council passes bill mandating curfew for some Kensington businesses Philadelphia City Council bans skill game machines within city businesses, giving exceptions to bars and restaurants Philadelphia’s blight-busting business is under scrutiny at City Council The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is postponed. Find a list of individual vendors to follow here Listen to previous City Cast Philly episodes on banning skill games and Act 135. For more background on today’s trivia question, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On today's news roundup, we run down some recent headlines out of Philadelphia City Council, from a new ban on casino-style gaming terminals to a hearing on an anti-blight law that some residents say is misapplied to force them to sell their family homes. Plus, what we know about why the SE Asian Market pushed back its opening date. Executive producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri and recaps these news stories and more with producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Listen to previous City Cast Philly episodes on banning skill games and Act 135.

For more background on today’s trivia question, click here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1328 Councilmember Lozada Wants Change in Kensington https://philly.citycast.fm/ New city policies are rolling out in Kensington, a neighborhood that’s long been the center of the opioid epidemic and a hotspot for homelessness. Councilmember Quetcy Lozada, recently re-elected to her first full term, is one driving force behind these changes, which include a new business curfew and calls for a “triage center.” Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Lozada about the challenges facing the area, what she hears from residents, and where she spends time in the 7th Council District. Read news coverage of some of the topics mentioned in this episode here, here, and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Councilmember Lozada Wants Change in Kensington full City Cast New city policies are rolling out in Kensington, a neighborhood that’s long been the center of the opioid epidemic and a hotspot for homelessness. Councilmember Quetcy Lozada, recently re-elected to her first full term, is one driving force behind these changes, which include a new business curfew and calls for a “triage center.” Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Lozada about the challenges facing the area, what she hears from residents, and where she spends time in the 7th Council District. Read news coverage of some of the topics mentioned in this episode here, here, and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. New city policies are rolling out in Kensington, a neighborhood that’s long been the center of the opioid epidemic and a hotspot for homelessness. Councilmember Quetcy Lozada, recently re-elected to her first full term, is one driving force behind these changes, which include a new business curfew and calls for a “triage center.” Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Lozada about the challenges facing the area, what she hears from residents, and where she spends time in the 7th Council District.

Read news coverage of some of the topics mentioned in this episode here, here, and here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 996 4-Day Workweeks, Proposed Bus Terminal Move & PA Lottery Returns https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include plans to move the intercity bus terminal again and why some local businesses have adopted a four-day work week. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pennsylvania Lottery resumes ticket sales after being shutdown by computer upgrade Mega Millions winners in Pennsylvania, jackpot nears impressive $1B Philly floats plans for another intercity bus terminal Thank God It’s ... Thursday? These Philly companies have embraced the four-day work week Read more about the poll worker shortage and how to become one. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 4-Day Workweeks, Proposed Bus Terminal Move & PA Lottery Returns full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include plans to move the intercity bus terminal again and why some local businesses have adopted a four-day work week. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pennsylvania Lottery resumes ticket sales after being shutdown by computer upgrade Mega Millions winners in Pennsylvania, jackpot nears impressive $1B Philly floats plans for another intercity bus terminal Thank God It’s ... Thursday? These Philly companies have embraced the four-day work week Read more about the poll worker shortage and how to become one. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include plans to move the intercity bus terminal again and why some local businesses have adopted a four-day work week. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Read more about the poll worker shortage and how to become one.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly 

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. 

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 1113 Expert's Guide to the Perfect Philly Cheesesteak https://philly.citycast.fm/ In honor of National Cheesesteak Day this coming weekend, today’s guests weigh in on an evergreen Philly debate: What makes a cheesesteak authentic? And, what’s the right way to order one? City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, and Carolyn Wyman, author of “The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book.” They discuss their top spots, which ingredients make a cheesesteak great, and red flags to avoid when picking a cheesesteak joint. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Expert's Guide to the Perfect Philly Cheesesteak full City Cast In honor of National Cheesesteak Day this coming weekend, today’s guests weigh in on an evergreen Philly debate: What makes a cheesesteak authentic? And, what’s the right way to order one? City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, and Carolyn Wyman, author of “The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book.” They discuss their top spots, which ingredients make a cheesesteak great, and red flags to avoid when picking a cheesesteak joint. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. In honor of National Cheesesteak Day this coming weekend, today’s guests weigh in on an evergreen Philly debate: What makes a cheesesteak authentic? And, what’s the right way to order one? City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, and Carolyn Wyman, author of “The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book.” They discuss their top spots, which ingredients make a cheesesteak great, and red flags to avoid when picking a cheesesteak joint.

Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1511 Inside Mayor Parker's $6.3B Budget Plan https://philly.citycast.fm/ Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal follows up on her campaign promise to make Philly “the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation,” by requesting funds for expenses like police technology and street cleaning. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what this budget says about Parker’s ambitions and whether or not City Council is likely to approve it. Read more of Sean's reporting on the municipal budget here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Inside Mayor Parker's $6.3B Budget Plan full City Cast Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal follows up on her campaign promise to make Philly “the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation,” by requesting funds for expenses like police technology and street cleaning. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what this budget says about Parker’s ambitions and whether or not City Council is likely to approve it. Read more of Sean's reporting on the municipal budget here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal follows up on her campaign promise to make Philly “the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation,” by requesting funds for expenses like police technology and street cleaning. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what this budget says about Parker’s ambitions and whether or not City Council is likely to approve it.

Read more of Sean's reporting on the municipal budget here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1022 Chinatown Stitch Project Funding, Another Wawa Closing, Philly-Inspired Superhero https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Tuesday News Roundup! The team talks about a large federal grant for the Chinatown Stitch project and the closure of another Center City Wawa. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Plus, play along as the team tries to guess what city landmark inspired a DC Comics heroine.  Our Tuesday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A big step forward for the Chinatown Stitch as $158 million is awarded to cap the Vine Expressway Wawa in Philadelphia's Spring Garden neighborhood to close after losing its lease [Trivia spoilers!] Read more about the Philly-inspired comic book hero here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Chinatown Stitch Project Funding, Another Wawa Closing, Philly-Inspired Superhero full City Cast It’s the Tuesday News Roundup! The team talks about a large federal grant for the Chinatown Stitch project and the closure of another Center City Wawa. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Plus, play along as the team tries to guess what city landmark inspired a DC Comics heroine.  Our Tuesday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A big step forward for the Chinatown Stitch as $158 million is awarded to cap the Vine Expressway Wawa in Philadelphia's Spring Garden neighborhood to close after losing its lease [Trivia spoilers!] Read more about the Philly-inspired comic book hero here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Tuesday News Roundup! The team talks about a large federal grant for the Chinatown Stitch project and the closure of another Center City Wawa. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Plus, play along as the team tries to guess what city landmark inspired a DC Comics heroine. 

Our Tuesday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

[Trivia spoilers!] Read more about the Philly-inspired comic book hero here. 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1002 Why Lawmakers Are Targeting Casino-Style Gaming Terminals https://philly.citycast.fm/ Video gambling machines have cropped up in gas stations and corner stores around Philly. City council now wants to ban these “skill games,” while Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro wants to tax them. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Harrison Cann, reporter for City & State PA, about why these casino-style games are targets for regulation and who’s defending them. Read Harrison’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Why Lawmakers Are Targeting Casino-Style Gaming Terminals full City Cast Video gambling machines have cropped up in gas stations and corner stores around Philly. City council now wants to ban these “skill games,” while Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro wants to tax them. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Harrison Cann, reporter for City & State PA, about why these casino-style games are targets for regulation and who’s defending them. Read Harrison’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Video gambling machines have cropped up in gas stations and corner stores around Philly. City council now wants to ban these “skill games,” while Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro wants to tax them. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Harrison Cann, reporter for City & State PA, about why these casino-style games are targets for regulation and who’s defending them.

Read Harrison’s full story here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 671 Dueling Arena Plans, Latest on SEPTA Shootings & Spring Weather https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We dig into how Philadelphians feel about the proposed stadium district redesign versus 76Place, the latest on last week’s bus stop shooting, and the most Philly things you notice when it gets warm outside. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Third person arrested in shooting of students at Northeast bus stop How police closed in on two of the Five Points shooting suspects Readers back Comcast Spectacor over Sixers' arena in survey And, sign up to become a Philly lifeguard this spring and you could get a $1,000 bonus! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Dueling Arena Plans, Latest on SEPTA Shootings & Spring Weather full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We dig into how Philadelphians feel about the proposed stadium district redesign versus 76Place, the latest on last week’s bus stop shooting, and the most Philly things you notice when it gets warm outside. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Third person arrested in shooting of students at Northeast bus stop How police closed in on two of the Five Points shooting suspects Readers back Comcast Spectacor over Sixers' arena in survey And, sign up to become a Philly lifeguard this spring and you could get a $1,000 bonus! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We dig into how Philadelphians feel about the proposed stadium district redesign versus 76Place, the latest on last week’s bus stop shooting, and the most Philly things you notice when it gets warm outside. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

And, sign up to become a Philly lifeguard this spring and you could get a $1,000 bonus!

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 932 The Legal Battle Over SEPTA’s Special Prosecutor https://philly.citycast.fm/ SEPTA is experiencing a spike in high-profile violent incidents, including the shooting of eight teenagers waiting for a bus last week. Last December, state lawmakers created a new position just to address this issue — a special prosecutor for crimes on public transportation in the city. But, the position has been controversial from the start and Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has sued to stop it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about who’s lining up to take sides in this legal battle and what’s really at stake for SEPTA. Read Tom’s most recent coverage of this topic here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Legal Battle Over SEPTA’s Special Prosecutor full City Cast SEPTA is experiencing a spike in high-profile violent incidents, including the shooting of eight teenagers waiting for a bus last week. Last December, state lawmakers created a new position just to address this issue — a special prosecutor for crimes on public transportation in the city. But, the position has been controversial from the start and Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has sued to stop it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about who’s lining up to take sides in this legal battle and what’s really at stake for SEPTA. Read Tom’s most recent coverage of this topic here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. SEPTA is experiencing a spike in high-profile violent incidents, including the shooting of eight teenagers waiting for a bus last week. Last December, state lawmakers created a new position just to address this issue — a special prosecutor for crimes on public transportation in the city. But, the position has been controversial from the start and Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has sued to stop it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about who’s lining up to take sides in this legal battle and what’s really at stake for SEPTA.

Read Tom’s most recent coverage of this topic here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 840 The Essential Philly Donut Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ Whether you like them with coffee or fried chicken, Philly has donuts you can enjoy year-round! Back in November, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly’s food contributor Dave Wez broke down the best places to enjoy these deep fried treats. And, they even covered some donut destinations outside the city. Donut spots mentioned in the episode:  Manna Bakery Federal Donuts Mochi Ring Donut Buddakan Dottie’s Donuts Beiler’s Doughnuts Frangelli’s Bakery Koukelt Brazilian Bakehouse Linvilla Orchards McMillan’s Bakery Nauti Donuts Curiosity Doughnuts Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Essential Philly Donut Guide full City Cast Whether you like them with coffee or fried chicken, Philly has donuts you can enjoy year-round! Back in November, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly’s food contributor Dave Wez broke down the best places to enjoy these deep fried treats. And, they even covered some donut destinations outside the city. Donut spots mentioned in the episode:  Manna Bakery Federal Donuts Mochi Ring Donut Buddakan Dottie’s Donuts Beiler’s Doughnuts Frangelli’s Bakery Koukelt Brazilian Bakehouse Linvilla Orchards McMillan’s Bakery Nauti Donuts Curiosity Doughnuts Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Whether you like them with coffee or fried chicken, Philly has donuts you can enjoy year-round! Back in November, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly’s food contributor Dave Wez broke down the best places to enjoy these deep fried treats. And, they even covered some donut destinations outside the city.

Donut spots mentioned in the episode: 

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]]> 900 Bus Stop Shooting Arrests, More Speed Cameras & Philly Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm/ The City Cast Philly team shares updates on last week’s shooting at a SEPTA bus stop that left eight teens injured, and we discuss how you can help determine where Philly will add new speed cameras. Plus, we've got more Philly-related Women’s History Month trivia for you. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Law Enforcement Officials Provide Update on March 6th Octuple Shooting & Other Related Shootings Two teens charged with Burholme shooting that injured 8 students at a bus stop 2 arrested in connection to SEPTA bus stop shooting that injured 8 teens: sources Philadelphia officials ask for public input of where to place new speed cams Fill out the Safe Streets Philly survey here. To learn more about Violet Oakley, check out this link.  For more news about the city, check out our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. If you sign up, you'll get more stories about groundbreaking female Philadelphians in history in your inbox all month long.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 Bus Stop Shooting Arrests, More Speed Cameras & Philly Trivia full City Cast The City Cast Philly team shares updates on last week’s shooting at a SEPTA bus stop that left eight teens injured, and we discuss how you can help determine where Philly will add new speed cameras. Plus, we've got more Philly-related Women’s History Month trivia for you. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Law Enforcement Officials Provide Update on March 6th Octuple Shooting & Other Related Shootings Two teens charged with Burholme shooting that injured 8 students at a bus stop 2 arrested in connection to SEPTA bus stop shooting that injured 8 teens: sources Philadelphia officials ask for public input of where to place new speed cams Fill out the Safe Streets Philly survey here. To learn more about Violet Oakley, check out this link.  For more news about the city, check out our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. If you sign up, you'll get more stories about groundbreaking female Philadelphians in history in your inbox all month long.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. The City Cast Philly team shares updates on last week’s shooting at a SEPTA bus stop that left eight teens injured, and we discuss how you can help determine where Philly will add new speed cameras. Plus, we've got more Philly-related Women’s History Month trivia for you.

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Fill out the Safe Streets Philly survey here.

To learn more about Violet Oakley, check out this link. 

For more news about the city, check out our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. If you sign up, you'll get more stories about groundbreaking female Philadelphians in history in your inbox all month long. 

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

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]]> 902 The Harshest 1-Star Reviews of Philly Landmarks https://philly.citycast.fm/ Can you identify some of Philly’s biggest landmarks, based on their haters? A few months ago, City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff compiled one-star reviews of iconic spots in the city and put host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz to the test. Listen and play along with us! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices by visiting megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 11 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000 The Harshest 1-Star Reviews of Philly Landmarks full City Cast Can you identify some of Philly’s biggest landmarks, based on their haters? A few months ago, City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff compiled one-star reviews of iconic spots in the city and put host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz to the test. Listen and play along with us! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices by visiting megaphone.fm/adchoices. Can you identify some of Philly’s biggest landmarks, based on their haters? A few months ago, City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff compiled one-star reviews of iconic spots in the city and put host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz to the test. Listen and play along with us!

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 982 Shootings Rattle SEPTA Riders, School Board VP Resigns, More $1 Dogs https://philly.citycast.fm/ Welcome back to the Friday News Roundup. We discuss the four recent shootings on or near SEPTA property, including one on Wednesday where eight teens were struck; an unexpected shakeup on Philly’s Board of Education; and which restaurants in the city are keeping the $1 hot dog tradition alive after the Phillies ended their “Dollar Dog Nights.” Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  8 high school students were shot at a busy intersection in Northeast Philly, the 4th shooting this week involving a SEPTA bus Car matching description from Philadelphia shooting that injured 8 students impounded in Olney Philadelphia school board vice president resigns We’re Bringing Dollar Dogs Back To Philly The Flyers hosted a Dollar Dog Night days after the Phillies canceled theirs. Here’s how it went. The Phillies ended Dollar Dog Nights, so a South Philly restaurant is stepping to the plate Find more information about watching the 2024 Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and which roads will be closed, here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices by visiting megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Shootings Rattle SEPTA Riders, School Board VP Resigns, More $1 Dogs full City Cast Welcome back to the Friday News Roundup. We discuss the four recent shootings on or near SEPTA property, including one on Wednesday where eight teens were struck; an unexpected shakeup on Philly’s Board of Education; and which restaurants in the city are keeping the $1 hot dog tradition alive after the Phillies ended their “Dollar Dog Nights.” Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia.  Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  8 high school students were shot at a busy intersection in Northeast Philly, the 4th shooting this week involving a SEPTA bus Car matching description from Philadelphia shooting that injured 8 students impounded in Olney Philadelphia school board vice president resigns We’re Bringing Dollar Dogs Back To Philly The Flyers hosted a Dollar Dog Night days after the Phillies canceled theirs. Here’s how it went. The Phillies ended Dollar Dog Nights, so a South Philly restaurant is stepping to the plate Find more information about watching the 2024 Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and which roads will be closed, here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices by visiting megaphone.fm/adchoices. Welcome back to the Friday News Roundup. We discuss the four recent shootings on or near SEPTA property, including one on Wednesday where eight teens were struck; an unexpected shakeup on Philly’s Board of Education; and which restaurants in the city are keeping the $1 hot dog tradition alive after the Phillies ended their “Dollar Dog Nights.” Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia. 

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Find more information about watching the 2024 Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and which roads will be closed, here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 963 How To Speak Philadelphian https://philly.citycast.fm/ There’s no debating that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri talks with comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly and Delaware County, about these regional differences and how to talk like you're truly from Philly. Check out Alan's show tonight at 10 p.m. at Helium Comedy Club.  Alan’s new comedy album, We Got Action, will be available March 22.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 07 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 How To Speak Philadelphian full City Cast There’s no debating that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri talks with comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly and Delaware County, about these regional differences and how to talk like you're truly from Philly. Check out Alan's show tonight at 10 p.m. at Helium Comedy Club.  Alan’s new comedy album, We Got Action, will be available March 22.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. There’s no debating that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri talks with comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly and Delaware County, about these regional differences and how to talk like you're truly from Philly.

Check out Alan's show tonight at 10 p.m. at Helium Comedy Club. 

Alan’s new comedy album, We Got Action, will be available March 22.  

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1180 Why Is Philly Still Using Toxic Turf? https://philly.citycast.fm/ More than a dozen ballfields in Philadelphia use artificial turf, and the city has big plans to add more. But that material contains toxic chemicals – among them PFAS – which are linked to certain types of cancer. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with David Gambacorta and Barbara Laker, investigative reporters with The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the risks of fake turf and why Philly is still using it. Read David and Barbara’s most recent stories on the toxins in artificial turf here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 06 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why Is Philly Still Using Toxic Turf? full City Cast More than a dozen ballfields in Philadelphia use artificial turf, and the city has big plans to add more. But that material contains toxic chemicals – among them PFAS – which are linked to certain types of cancer. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with David Gambacorta and Barbara Laker, investigative reporters with The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the risks of fake turf and why Philly is still using it. Read David and Barbara’s most recent stories on the toxins in artificial turf here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices More than a dozen ballfields in Philadelphia use artificial turf, and the city has big plans to add more. But that material contains toxic chemicals – among them PFAS – which are linked to certain types of cancer. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with David Gambacorta and Barbara Laker, investigative reporters with The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the risks of fake turf and why Philly is still using it.

Read David and Barbara’s most recent stories on the toxins in artificial turf here and here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 997 Parker’s Back-to-Office Push, No More Dollar Dogs, & Philly Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm/ We're back with another midweek news roundup! We discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker’s back-to-office push and what our Hey Philly newsletter readers think about it. And, we share reactions to the end of 'Dollar Dog Nights' at Citizens Bank Park. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer, Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor, Asha Prihar. Plus, we've got some Women’s History Month trivia for you! Read the full stories discussed this week: Mayor Parker calls for return to in-person work at Philadelphia offices: ‘Unlock economic opportunity’ Philadelphia mayor orders city's senior officials to return to offices full time End of an era: Phillies replacing ‘Dollar Dog Nights' after 27 years Eagles' Jason Kelce announces retirement after 13 seasons And, check out our previous episode running down 13 of Jason Kelce’s Career Highlights Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Parker’s Back-to-Office Push, No More Dollar Dogs, & Philly Trivia full City Cast We're back with another midweek news roundup! We discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker’s back-to-office push and what our Hey Philly newsletter readers think about it. And, we share reactions to the end of 'Dollar Dog Nights' at Citizens Bank Park. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer, Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor, Asha Prihar. Plus, we've got some Women’s History Month trivia for you! Read the full stories discussed this week: Mayor Parker calls for return to in-person work at Philadelphia offices: ‘Unlock economic opportunity’ Philadelphia mayor orders city's senior officials to return to offices full time End of an era: Phillies replacing ‘Dollar Dog Nights' after 27 years Eagles' Jason Kelce announces retirement after 13 seasons And, check out our previous episode running down 13 of Jason Kelce’s Career Highlights Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We're back with another midweek news roundup! We discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker’s back-to-office push and what our Hey Philly newsletter readers think about it. And, we share reactions to the end of 'Dollar Dog Nights' at Citizens Bank Park. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer, Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor, Asha Prihar. Plus, we've got some Women’s History Month trivia for you!

Read the full stories discussed this week:

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]]> 1338 Why More Philly Kids Are Being Raised By Grandparents https://philly.citycast.fm/ In Philly, 17,000 kids live in homes where their grandparents are primary caregivers, according to the nonprofit Generations United. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with WHYY multiplatform producer Vicky Diaz-Camacho about the unique challenges faced by these “grandfamilies” and why their experience is becoming more common in the city. Resources for grandparent led families mentioned in the episode:  Grandfamily Resource Center Family Friends (at Temple University’s Intergenerational Center) Together as Adoptive Parents (TAP) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 04 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why More Philly Kids Are Being Raised By Grandparents full City Cast In Philly, 17,000 kids live in homes where their grandparents are primary caregivers, according to the nonprofit Generations United. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with WHYY multiplatform producer Vicky Diaz-Camacho about the unique challenges faced by these “grandfamilies” and why their experience is becoming more common in the city. Resources for grandparent led families mentioned in the episode:  Grandfamily Resource Center Family Friends (at Temple University’s Intergenerational Center) Together as Adoptive Parents (TAP) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. In Philly, 17,000 kids live in homes where their grandparents are primary caregivers, according to the nonprofit Generations United. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with WHYY multiplatform producer Vicky Diaz-Camacho about the unique challenges faced by these “grandfamilies” and why their experience is becoming more common in the city.

Resources for grandparent led families mentioned in the episode: 

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]]> 842 Increasing Black Male Voter Turnout, Philly's Self-Driving Shuttle https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! We discuss an initiative to get 2,024 young Black men in Philly registered to vote by November and the debut of the city's first autonomous bus down at the Navy Yard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW Newsradio, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Team of Philadelphia elected officials launch campaign to increase number of Black men voting in November As autonomous bus launches at Navy Yard, drivers’ union pushes back ‘True Biz,’ an adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, is the Free Library’s ‘One Book’ selection Learn more about the effort to register 2,024 Black men to vote here. And, find more information about summer camp options with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation here. Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Increasing Black Male Voter Turnout, Philly's Self-Driving Shuttle full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We discuss an initiative to get 2,024 young Black men in Philly registered to vote by November and the debut of the city's first autonomous bus down at the Navy Yard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW Newsradio, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Team of Philadelphia elected officials launch campaign to increase number of Black men voting in November As autonomous bus launches at Navy Yard, drivers’ union pushes back ‘True Biz,’ an adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, is the Free Library’s ‘One Book’ selection Learn more about the effort to register 2,024 Black men to vote here. And, find more information about summer camp options with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation here. Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We discuss an initiative to get 2,024 young Black men in Philly registered to vote by November and the debut of the city's first autonomous bus down at the Navy Yard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Pat Loeb, City Hall Bureau Chief for KYW Newsradio, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Learn more about the effort to register 2,024 Black men to vote here.

And, find more information about summer camp options with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation here.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 885 Your Guide To March in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm March is just around the corner, so the team is back with our monthly picks of the coolest things to do, places you’ve gotta eat, and free events to enjoy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Laura Benshoff, Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, and producer Abby Fritz. Here’s a full list of our recommendations for March: Hilltop Books Lucky Day Book Sale Free Rita’s Water Ice Free Admission To PA Trails Of History Sites And Museums The Lucky Well Incubator hosts Hatch Cover Philly Queer Birders Spring Equinox Event “Weeds to Know Before You Hoe” event Philadelphia Flower Show 2024 Southeast Asian Market Kickoff Weekend Official Boathouse Row Relighting Ceremony Phillies Season Home Opener at Citizens Bank Park Vault & Vine Cafe Free Recitals at the Curtis Institute of Music To listen to our episode about birding in Philly, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Your Guide To March in Philly full City Cast March is just around the corner, so the team is back with our monthly picks of the coolest things to do, places you’ve gotta eat, and free events to enjoy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Laura Benshoff, Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, and producer Abby Fritz. Here’s a full list of our recommendations for March: Hilltop Books Lucky Day Book Sale Free Rita’s Water Ice Free Admission To PA Trails Of History Sites And Museums The Lucky Well Incubator hosts Hatch Cover Philly Queer Birders Spring Equinox Event “Weeds to Know Before You Hoe” event Philadelphia Flower Show 2024 Southeast Asian Market Kickoff Weekend Official Boathouse Row Relighting Ceremony Phillies Season Home Opener at Citizens Bank Park Vault & Vine Cafe Free Recitals at the Curtis Institute of Music To listen to our episode about birding in Philly, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. March is just around the corner, so the team is back with our monthly picks of the coolest things to do, places you’ve gotta eat, and free events to enjoy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Laura Benshoff, Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar, and producer Abby Fritz.

Here’s a full list of our recommendations for March:

To listen to our episode about birding in Philly, click here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1367 This Tax Break Costs Philly Public Schools Millions https://philly.citycast.fm A state-run program called Keystone Opportunity Zones gives tax breaks to some businesses planning to develop blighted or abandoned properties in the city. But public schools in Philly are partially funded by these taxes, and miss out on millions of dollars in revenue each year as a result. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Emily Rizzo, freelance reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia about the pros and cons of this program, and whether it’s hurting students. Read Emily’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 This Tax Break Costs Philly Public Schools Millions full City Cast A state-run program called Keystone Opportunity Zones gives tax breaks to some businesses planning to develop blighted or abandoned properties in the city. But public schools in Philly are partially funded by these taxes, and miss out on millions of dollars in revenue each year as a result. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Emily Rizzo, freelance reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia about the pros and cons of this program, and whether it’s hurting students. Read Emily’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. A state-run program called Keystone Opportunity Zones gives tax breaks to some businesses planning to develop blighted or abandoned properties in the city. But public schools in Philly are partially funded by these taxes, and miss out on millions of dollars in revenue each year as a result. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Emily Rizzo, freelance reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia about the pros and cons of this program, and whether it’s hurting students.

Read Emily’s full story here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 834 SEPTA Debuts Multi-Tap, Philly's 'Who TF Did I Marry' Connection, Leap Year Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm We're back with another midweek news roundup! The team talks about a new SEPTA Key feature that lets you pay for multiple riders with a single card and Philly's connection to the viral TikTok saga “Who TF Did I Marry.” Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer, Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor, Asha Prihar. Plus, we've got some Philly Leap Year trivia for you! Our news roundups are powered by great journalism:  Soon you can pay for multiple SEPTA riders on one trip Here's How Much Reesa Teesa Will Likely Make From Tiktok Series: ‘Who TF Did I Marry?' An Extremely Thorough Guide to ‘Who TF Did I Marry’ Check out the entire “Who TF Did I Marry” TikTok series here. For instructions on how to use the new SEPTA Key multi-rider feature, check out this link.  Can’t wait to learn more Leap Year trivia about Philly? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Debuts Multi-Tap, Philly's 'Who TF Did I Marry' Connection, Leap Year Trivia full City Cast We're back with another midweek news roundup! The team talks about a new SEPTA Key feature that lets you pay for multiple riders with a single card and Philly's connection to the viral TikTok saga “Who TF Did I Marry.” Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer, Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor, Asha Prihar. Plus, we've got some Philly Leap Year trivia for you! Our news roundups are powered by great journalism:  Soon you can pay for multiple SEPTA riders on one trip Here's How Much Reesa Teesa Will Likely Make From Tiktok Series: ‘Who TF Did I Marry?' An Extremely Thorough Guide to ‘Who TF Did I Marry’ Check out the entire “Who TF Did I Marry” TikTok series here. For instructions on how to use the new SEPTA Key multi-rider feature, check out this link.  Can’t wait to learn more Leap Year trivia about Philly? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We're back with another midweek news roundup! The team talks about a new SEPTA Key feature that lets you pay for multiple riders with a single card and Philly's connection to the viral TikTok saga “Who TF Did I Marry.” Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer, Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor, Asha Prihar. Plus, we've got some Philly Leap Year trivia for you!

Our news roundups are powered by great journalism: 

Check out the entire “Who TF Did I Marry” TikTok series here.

For instructions on how to use the new SEPTA Key multi-rider feature, check out this link. 

Can’t wait to learn more Leap Year trivia about Philly? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1052 yes Philly's 'Night Mayor' On Partying — And Sleeping — Better https://philly.citycast.fm Philly has amazing nightlife — but, it could be even better. The city could use more late night food spots and transit options. Plus, businesses that operate at night have unique challenges and need specific kinds of support to thrive. That’s why the Philadelphia Department of Commerce created a new job in 2022: the Night Time Economy Director, aka the city’s “Night Mayor.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Night Mayor Raheem Manning about his first year on the job and the needs of the businesses and people who keep our city going from sundown to sunrise. Read Philly's progress report on the night time economy here. Are you a business in need of support? Contact the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services by calling 215-683-2100 or emailing business@phila.gov. Support is available in several languages including Chinese, Khmer, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Philly's 'Night Mayor' On Partying — And Sleeping — Better full City Cast Philly has amazing nightlife — but, it could be even better. The city could use more late night food spots and transit options. Plus, businesses that operate at night have unique challenges and need specific kinds of support to thrive. That’s why the Philadelphia Department of Commerce created a new job in 2022: the Night Time Economy Director, aka the city’s “Night Mayor.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Night Mayor Raheem Manning about his first year on the job and the needs of the businesses and people who keep our city going from sundown to sunrise. Read Philly's progress report on the night time economy here. Are you a business in need of support? Contact the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services by calling 215-683-2100 or emailing business@phila.gov. Support is available in several languages including Chinese, Khmer, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Philly has amazing nightlife — but, it could be even better. The city could use more late night food spots and transit options. Plus, businesses that operate at night have unique challenges and need specific kinds of support to thrive. That’s why the Philadelphia Department of Commerce created a new job in 2022: the Night Time Economy Director, aka the city’s “Night Mayor.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Night Mayor Raheem Manning about his first year on the job and the needs of the businesses and people who keep our city going from sundown to sunrise.

Read Philly's progress report on the night time economy here.

Are you a business in need of support? Contact the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services by calling 215-683-2100 or emailing business@phila.gov. Support is available in several languages including Chinese, Khmer, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 1201 Campaign Payroll Mystery, Housing Market Woes, Broad Street Run Training https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why Mayor Cherelle Parker’s campaign doesn’t have to disclose who was on its nearly $1 million payroll, why home buying might be tricky again this spring, and training tips to tackle the Broad Street Run. Plus, what’s up with the horse that got loose on I-95. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ryan Briggs, researcher on the investigations team at The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, and Cory Smith, Philly-based running coach and founder of Run Your Personal Best. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Horse gallops along I-95 early Tuesday before being corralled by police Mayor Cherelle Parker racked up a $1 million campaign payroll — but it’s not clear who got paid Would-be homebuyers in Philly to face another challenging spring season Your Broad Street Run Training Plan for Running a 10-Miler in 10 Weeks Check out info on this weekend’s I-95 closures on our website. Play Horse 95 here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Campaign Payroll Mystery, Housing Market Woes, Broad Street Run Training full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why Mayor Cherelle Parker’s campaign doesn’t have to disclose who was on its nearly $1 million payroll, why home buying might be tricky again this spring, and training tips to tackle the Broad Street Run. Plus, what’s up with the horse that got loose on I-95. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ryan Briggs, researcher on the investigations team at The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, and Cory Smith, Philly-based running coach and founder of Run Your Personal Best. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Horse gallops along I-95 early Tuesday before being corralled by police Mayor Cherelle Parker racked up a $1 million campaign payroll — but it’s not clear who got paid Would-be homebuyers in Philly to face another challenging spring season Your Broad Street Run Training Plan for Running a 10-Miler in 10 Weeks Check out info on this weekend’s I-95 closures on our website. Play Horse 95 here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about why Mayor Cherelle Parker’s campaign doesn’t have to disclose who was on its nearly $1 million payroll, why home buying might be tricky again this spring, and training tips to tackle the Broad Street Run. Plus, what’s up with the horse that got loose on I-95. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ryan Briggs, researcher on the investigations team at The Philadelphia Inquirer, Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, and Cory Smith, Philly-based running coach and founder of Run Your Personal Best.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Check out info on this weekend’s I-95 closures on our website.

Play Horse 95 here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1153 Your Dining Guide to Philly’s Chinatown https://philly.citycast.fm Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) go on a food tour of his favorite spots in Philly's Chinatown, running down everything from where to get the best Peking duck to how to find the neighborhood's most exclusive speakeasy. The businesses mentioned in this episode include:  Dim Sum Garden Cily Chicken Rice and Thai food Ocean Harbor Terakawa Ramen  Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House  Sang Kee Peking Duck House M Kee  Ken’s Seafood Restaurant Tai Lake David's Mai Lai Wah   EMei Restaurant Tiger Sugar Prince Tea House A La Mousse  Bar-ly  Yakitori Boy Tango Hop Sing Laundromat Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Your Dining Guide to Philly’s Chinatown full City Cast Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) go on a food tour of his favorite spots in Philly's Chinatown, running down everything from where to get the best Peking duck to how to find the neighborhood's most exclusive speakeasy. The businesses mentioned in this episode include:  Dim Sum Garden Cily Chicken Rice and Thai food Ocean Harbor Terakawa Ramen  Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House  Sang Kee Peking Duck House M Kee  Ken’s Seafood Restaurant Tai Lake David's Mai Lai Wah   EMei Restaurant Tiger Sugar Prince Tea House A La Mousse  Bar-ly  Yakitori Boy Tango Hop Sing Laundromat Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) go on a food tour of his favorite spots in Philly's Chinatown, running down everything from where to get the best Peking duck to how to find the neighborhood's most exclusive speakeasy.

The businesses mentioned in this episode include: 

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]]> 1154 How To Find Primary Care in Philly — And Why It’s Hard https://philly.citycast.fm Many Philadelphians don’t have a primary care physician, making it harder to get basic checkups and manage health care overall. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kelly McGuigan, an aspiring primary care physician and medical student at Thomas Jefferson University’s Sidney Kimmel Medical College, about the barriers to primary care in the city and tips for finding a PCP.  Read Kelly’s op-ed on primary care in Philly here.  Primary care resources mentioned in the episode:  City of Philadelphia primary care finder City of Philadelphia Health Centers Jefferson Health Appointment Request Penn Medicine Appointment Request Temple Health Appointment Request After this episode taped, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health provided these updated numbers regarding access to primary care in Philly: “In 2022, 12% of adults in Philadelphia—about 1 in 8 adults—did not have a primary care provider. 9% of adults in Philadelphia—about 1 in 11 adults—went without needed healthcare in the previous 12 months due to cost.”  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 How To Find Primary Care in Philly — And Why It’s Hard full City Cast Many Philadelphians don’t have a primary care physician, making it harder to get basic checkups and manage health care overall. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kelly McGuigan, an aspiring primary care physician and medical student at Thomas Jefferson University’s Sidney Kimmel Medical College, about the barriers to primary care in the city and tips for finding a PCP.  Read Kelly’s op-ed on primary care in Philly here.  Primary care resources mentioned in the episode:  City of Philadelphia primary care finder City of Philadelphia Health Centers Jefferson Health Appointment Request Penn Medicine Appointment Request Temple Health Appointment Request After this episode taped, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health provided these updated numbers regarding access to primary care in Philly: “In 2022, 12% of adults in Philadelphia—about 1 in 8 adults—did not have a primary care provider. 9% of adults in Philadelphia—about 1 in 11 adults—went without needed healthcare in the previous 12 months due to cost.”  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Many Philadelphians don’t have a primary care physician, making it harder to get basic checkups and manage health care overall. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kelly McGuigan, an aspiring primary care physician and medical student at Thomas Jefferson University’s Sidney Kimmel Medical College, about the barriers to primary care in the city and tips for finding a PCP. 

Read Kelly’s op-ed on primary care in Philly here. 

Primary care resources mentioned in the episode: 

After this episode taped, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health provided these updated numbers regarding access to primary care in Philly: “In 2022, 12% of adults in Philadelphia—about 1 in 8 adults—did not have a primary care provider. 9% of adults in Philadelphia—about 1 in 11 adults—went without needed healthcare in the previous 12 months due to cost.” 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 864 The Beef Over Dueling ‘Jim’s’ Cheesesteak Spots https://philly.citycast.fm Jim’s Steaks in West Philly was a legendary cheesesteak spot that opened way back in 1939. It fell on hard times and closed in 2019. Last year, a local entrepreneur bought the restaurant and reopened it under a new name: Jim’s West.  But the son of the former owner has sued the new one, saying the shop can’t operate with the name “Jim’s” at all. That son, Carl Proetto, operates his own Jim’s Steaks in Delaware County. Host Trenae Nuri breaks down this whole cheesesteak feud with Victor Fiorillo, senior reporter at Philadelphia Magazine. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The Beef Over Dueling ‘Jim’s’ Cheesesteak Spots full City Cast Jim’s Steaks in West Philly was a legendary cheesesteak spot that opened way back in 1939. It fell on hard times and closed in 2019. Last year, a local entrepreneur bought the restaurant and reopened it under a new name: Jim’s West.  But the son of the former owner has sued the new one, saying the shop can’t operate with the name “Jim’s” at all. That son, Carl Proetto, operates his own Jim’s Steaks in Delaware County. Host Trenae Nuri breaks down this whole cheesesteak feud with Victor Fiorillo, senior reporter at Philadelphia Magazine. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Jim’s Steaks in West Philly was a legendary cheesesteak spot that opened way back in 1939. It fell on hard times and closed in 2019. Last year, a local entrepreneur bought the restaurant and reopened it under a new name: Jim’s West. 

But the son of the former owner has sued the new one, saying the shop can’t operate with the name “Jim’s” at all. That son, Carl Proetto, operates his own Jim’s Steaks in Delaware County. Host Trenae Nuri breaks down this whole cheesesteak feud with Victor Fiorillo, senior reporter at Philadelphia Magazine.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1008 State Rep. Boyle's Meltdown, City Workers May Return to Office https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include whether state Rep. Kevin Boyle’s recent public outburst could impact his political future, and why Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to bring city workers back to the office five days a week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  State Rep. Kevin Boyle caught on video in bar outburst Rep. Kevin Boyle seeks reelection after outburst — and faces primary challenge from Sean Dougherty, Johnny Doc’s nephew Mayor Parker is considering more days in-office for city workers to help Center City bounce back The three emptiest office buildings in Philadelphia For more information on the icebreaker, check out WTTW Podcast and moisturizedmami. And, apply to become a member of the School District of Philadelphia's Board of Education here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 State Rep. Boyle's Meltdown, City Workers May Return to Office full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include whether state Rep. Kevin Boyle’s recent public outburst could impact his political future, and why Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to bring city workers back to the office five days a week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  State Rep. Kevin Boyle caught on video in bar outburst Rep. Kevin Boyle seeks reelection after outburst — and faces primary challenge from Sean Dougherty, Johnny Doc’s nephew Mayor Parker is considering more days in-office for city workers to help Center City bounce back The three emptiest office buildings in Philadelphia For more information on the icebreaker, check out WTTW Podcast and moisturizedmami. And, apply to become a member of the School District of Philadelphia's Board of Education here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include whether state Rep. Kevin Boyle’s recent public outburst could impact his political future, and why Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to bring city workers back to the office five days a week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

For more information on the icebreaker, check out WTTW Podcast and moisturizedmami.

And, apply to become a member of the School District of Philadelphia's Board of Education here.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly

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]]> 1014 yes Threats Against Philly City Workers Are Rising https://philly.citycast.fm For a second year in a row, gun violence in Philadelphia is going down. At the same time, threats of violence toward SEPTA and other city workers have increased. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah Dean, staff writer for the Trace – a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence – about this trend and how the city can better protect public-sector employees. Read Mensah’s reporting on this topic:  Philadelphia Public Workers Face More Gun Violence, Even as Rates Decline Citywide Shot on the Job: Philly’s Public Workers Are Under Fire Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Threats Against Philly City Workers Are Rising full City Cast For a second year in a row, gun violence in Philadelphia is going down. At the same time, threats of violence toward SEPTA and other city workers have increased. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah Dean, staff writer for the Trace – a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence – about this trend and how the city can better protect public-sector employees. Read Mensah’s reporting on this topic:  Philadelphia Public Workers Face More Gun Violence, Even as Rates Decline Citywide Shot on the Job: Philly’s Public Workers Are Under Fire Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. For a second year in a row, gun violence in Philadelphia is going down. At the same time, threats of violence toward SEPTA and other city workers have increased. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah Dean, staff writer for the Trace – a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence – about this trend and how the city can better protect public-sector employees.

Read Mensah’s reporting on this topic: 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 840 An Expert's Guide to Dating in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm It’s Valentine’s Day – the annual day of love and romance. But not all of us have someone to smooch on. So, if you’re looking to meet someone or find love, we’re here to help. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nada Rifai, a certified life coach and professional matchmaker in Philly, about the best local places to put yourself out there and find your next date. Nada’s recommendations: Popular apps: Hinge; Bumble; Feeld Speed dating: City Swoon  Happy hours: The Goat; Loch Bar; Harp & Crown; Vinyl; Pearl & Mary Oyster Bar; Continental; LMNO; Lucha Cartel; Double Knot Queer-oriented events and groups: Stir (happy hour); Cockatoo (happy hour); UBar (happy hour); Tabu (happy hour); Polari Party (events throughout the city); Stonewall Sports League; Queer Run Philly; SipCity Mixer Facebook and meetup groups: Date Him Philly ; Single & New in Town Meetup Group Private clubs/professional Groups: Fitler Club; Racquet Club of Philadelphia ; The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia Young Professionals Council; Urban League of Philadelphia  Hire a matchmaker or dating coach! And, find out more about Nada's work at https://datingpractically.com/. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 An Expert's Guide to Dating in Philly full City Cast It’s Valentine’s Day – the annual day of love and romance. But not all of us have someone to smooch on. So, if you’re looking to meet someone or find love, we’re here to help. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nada Rifai, a certified life coach and professional matchmaker in Philly, about the best local places to put yourself out there and find your next date. Nada’s recommendations: Popular apps: Hinge; Bumble; Feeld Speed dating: City Swoon  Happy hours: The Goat; Loch Bar; Harp & Crown; Vinyl; Pearl & Mary Oyster Bar; Continental; LMNO; Lucha Cartel; Double Knot Queer-oriented events and groups: Stir (happy hour); Cockatoo (happy hour); UBar (happy hour); Tabu (happy hour); Polari Party (events throughout the city); Stonewall Sports League; Queer Run Philly; SipCity Mixer Facebook and meetup groups: Date Him Philly ; Single & New in Town Meetup Group Private clubs/professional Groups: Fitler Club; Racquet Club of Philadelphia ; The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia Young Professionals Council; Urban League of Philadelphia  Hire a matchmaker or dating coach! And, find out more about Nada's work at https://datingpractically.com/. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s Valentine’s Day – the annual day of love and romance. But not all of us have someone to smooch on. So, if you’re looking to meet someone or find love, we’re here to help. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nada Rifai, a certified life coach and professional matchmaker in Philly, about the best local places to put yourself out there and find your next date.

Nada’s recommendations:

And, find out more about Nada's work at https://datingpractically.com/.

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 957 Parker Splits City Depts, Mystery Object in Mt. Airy & Chocolate Trivia https://philly.citycast.fm Tune in for the team’s first midweek news roundup! We discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker’s decision to split apart two city departments, how a mysterious door landed on a Mt. Airy roof, and test our knowledge with a Philly trivia question. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.   Our news roundup is powered by great local journalism:  Mystery object found on roof of Philly home Mayor Cherelle Parker is splitting the city’s streets and sanitation operations Parker splits job of Philly streets commissioner, with new role focused on sanitation Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will split up the Department of Licenses and Inspections [Trivia question spoiler alert!] You can read about Philly’s classic candy companies in Philly Mag, and learn more about the history of the two companies mentioned in the episode on their websites, here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Parker Splits City Depts, Mystery Object in Mt. Airy & Chocolate Trivia full City Cast Tune in for the team’s first midweek news roundup! We discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker’s decision to split apart two city departments, how a mysterious door landed on a Mt. Airy roof, and test our knowledge with a Philly trivia question. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.   Our news roundup is powered by great local journalism:  Mystery object found on roof of Philly home Mayor Cherelle Parker is splitting the city’s streets and sanitation operations Parker splits job of Philly streets commissioner, with new role focused on sanitation Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will split up the Department of Licenses and Inspections [Trivia question spoiler alert!] You can read about Philly’s classic candy companies in Philly Mag, and learn more about the history of the two companies mentioned in the episode on their websites, here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Tune in for the team’s first midweek news roundup! We discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker’s decision to split apart two city departments, how a mysterious door landed on a Mt. Airy roof, and test our knowledge with a Philly trivia question. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar.  

Our news roundup is powered by great local journalism: 

[Trivia question spoiler alert!] You can read about Philly’s classic candy companies in Philly Mag, and learn more about the history of the two companies mentioned in the episode on their websites, here and here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1048 Plan To Move Lenape Chief Statue Paused https://philly.citycast.fm For nearly 30 years, a statue of the Lenni-Lenape leader Chief Tamanend has stood at a busy intersection in Old City, next to the on-ramp to I-95 South. Now, a plan to move the monument to a more accessible location has stalled after one Indigenous group equated it with “forced removal.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the conflict over relocating the statue and why historical monuments continually spark controversy in our city. Read Frank’s reporting here.  For more on the William Penn statue removal reversal, check out this link. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Plan To Move Lenape Chief Statue Paused full City Cast For nearly 30 years, a statue of the Lenni-Lenape leader Chief Tamanend has stood at a busy intersection in Old City, next to the on-ramp to I-95 South. Now, a plan to move the monument to a more accessible location has stalled after one Indigenous group equated it with “forced removal.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the conflict over relocating the statue and why historical monuments continually spark controversy in our city. Read Frank’s reporting here.  For more on the William Penn statue removal reversal, check out this link. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. For nearly 30 years, a statue of the Lenni-Lenape leader Chief Tamanend has stood at a busy intersection in Old City, next to the on-ramp to I-95 South. Now, a plan to move the monument to a more accessible location has stalled after one Indigenous group equated it with “forced removal.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the conflict over relocating the statue and why historical monuments continually spark controversy in our city.

Read Frank’s reporting here. 

For more on the William Penn statue removal reversal, check out this link.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 1018 Sheriff’s ChatGPT Snafu, Legal Cannabis & Other PA Budget Highlights https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: how Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s campaign used artificial intelligence to spruce up her reelection website with fake news articles, and highlights from Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s second annual budget proposal. City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff is joined by William Bender, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer and Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter with Spotlight PA. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Philly sheriff’s good news headlines? AI generated them. Did Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s campaign make up dozens of false news stories? Shapiro pitches legal cannabis, regulated skill games in budget that bumps education spending by $2.2B Find out more about Philly's updated application to request traffic calming measures in your neighborhood here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Sheriff’s ChatGPT Snafu, Legal Cannabis & Other PA Budget Highlights full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: how Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s campaign used artificial intelligence to spruce up her reelection website with fake news articles, and highlights from Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s second annual budget proposal. City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff is joined by William Bender, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer and Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter with Spotlight PA. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Philly sheriff’s good news headlines? AI generated them. Did Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s campaign make up dozens of false news stories? Shapiro pitches legal cannabis, regulated skill games in budget that bumps education spending by $2.2B Find out more about Philly's updated application to request traffic calming measures in your neighborhood here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: how Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal’s campaign used artificial intelligence to spruce up her reelection website with fake news articles, and highlights from Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s second annual budget proposal. City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff is joined by William Bender, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer and Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter with Spotlight PA.

Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Find out more about Philly's updated application to request traffic calming measures in your neighborhood here.

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly

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]]> 1256 10 Ways To Celebrate Black History Month in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm We're devoting a whole episode to Black History Month events in Philly because there's just so much to celebrate! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly Arts & Culture Contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about his curated list of events, from comedy shows to beer drinking parties to dance performances.  List of events mentioned in this episode: 2/6–2/29 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Celebrate Black Leaders and Legends at Smith Memorial Playground 2/9 | 5 p.m. | Black History Month Celebration at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 2/10 | 1 p.m. | Black History Month Mural Tour by Historic Fair Hill 2/10 + 2/17 | 6–9 p.m. | Saturday Sessions at Attic Brewing Company 2/16 | 7 p.m. | Black Beer Drinkers Party feat. Black Is Beautiful Vol. II beer at Attic Brewing Company 2/17 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Amplified: Art, Music, Power at the National Liberty Museum  2/17 | 8:30 p.m. | The Drunk Black History Show with Gordon Baker-Bone at World Cafe Live Starts 2/17 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Barbara Earl Thomas: The Illuminated Body at Arthur Ross Gallery 2/23–2/25 | Various times | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Academy of Music 2/24 | 8 p.m. | Hip Hop Showcase hosted by The Next Movement Podcast at Attic Brewing Company Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 10 Ways To Celebrate Black History Month in Philly full City Cast We're devoting a whole episode to Black History Month events in Philly because there's just so much to celebrate! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly Arts & Culture Contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about his curated list of events, from comedy shows to beer drinking parties to dance performances.  List of events mentioned in this episode: 2/6–2/29 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Celebrate Black Leaders and Legends at Smith Memorial Playground 2/9 | 5 p.m. | Black History Month Celebration at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 2/10 | 1 p.m. | Black History Month Mural Tour by Historic Fair Hill 2/10 + 2/17 | 6–9 p.m. | Saturday Sessions at Attic Brewing Company 2/16 | 7 p.m. | Black Beer Drinkers Party feat. Black Is Beautiful Vol. II beer at Attic Brewing Company 2/17 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Amplified: Art, Music, Power at the National Liberty Museum  2/17 | 8:30 p.m. | The Drunk Black History Show with Gordon Baker-Bone at World Cafe Live Starts 2/17 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Barbara Earl Thomas: The Illuminated Body at Arthur Ross Gallery 2/23–2/25 | Various times | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Academy of Music 2/24 | 8 p.m. | Hip Hop Showcase hosted by The Next Movement Podcast at Attic Brewing Company Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. We're devoting a whole episode to Black History Month events in Philly because there's just so much to celebrate! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly Arts & Culture Contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about his curated list of events, from comedy shows to beer drinking parties to dance performances. 

List of events mentioned in this episode:

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]]> 915 1,000s of Tires Are Dumped in Philly Every Year https://philly.citycast.fm/ Last year, 3,000 old tires were pulled out of the Schuylkill River, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. And Philly’s tire trash problem is only getting worse. There is a law on the books to rein in this type of illegal dumping in the city, but the Department of Licenses and Inspections never fully implemented it. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jordan Teicher, freelance reporter for Grid Magazine, about this problem and whether it could improve under Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration.  Read Jordan’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 1,000s of Tires Are Dumped in Philly Every Year full City Cast Last year, 3,000 old tires were pulled out of the Schuylkill River, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. And Philly’s tire trash problem is only getting worse. There is a law on the books to rein in this type of illegal dumping in the city, but the Department of Licenses and Inspections never fully implemented it. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jordan Teicher, freelance reporter for Grid Magazine, about this problem and whether it could improve under Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration.  Read Jordan’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Last year, 3,000 old tires were pulled out of the Schuylkill River, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. And Philly’s tire trash problem is only getting worse. There is a law on the books to rein in this type of illegal dumping in the city, but the Department of Licenses and Inspections never fully implemented it. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jordan Teicher, freelance reporter for Grid Magazine, about this problem and whether it could improve under Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration. 

Read Jordan’s full story here. 

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]]> 706 The 8 Best Soups in Philly Right Now https://philly.citycast.fm/ The snow has melted and Punxsutawney Phil, the state’s official groundhog, has signaled an early spring is on the way. But for now, it’s still sweater weather. So before you pack up your winter gear, make some time to hit up Philly's best soup spots. From pho to French onion, ramen to matzoh ball, there’s something slurpable on this list for everyone. Last fall, host Trenae Nuri chatted with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez about his top soups to order and eat right now. For a list of the soup spots mentioned in this episode (and a couple of extra recommendations), head to: https://philly.citycast.fm/best/best-soups-for-philly-fall-season Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The 8 Best Soups in Philly Right Now full City Cast The snow has melted and Punxsutawney Phil, the state’s official groundhog, has signaled an early spring is on the way. But for now, it’s still sweater weather. So before you pack up your winter gear, make some time to hit up Philly's best soup spots. From pho to French onion, ramen to matzoh ball, there’s something slurpable on this list for everyone. Last fall, host Trenae Nuri chatted with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez about his top soups to order and eat right now. For a list of the soup spots mentioned in this episode (and a couple of extra recommendations), head to: https://philly.citycast.fm/best/best-soups-for-philly-fall-season Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The snow has melted and Punxsutawney Phil, the state’s official groundhog, has signaled an early spring is on the way. But for now, it’s still sweater weather. So before you pack up your winter gear, make some time to hit up Philly's best soup spots. From pho to French onion, ramen to matzoh ball, there’s something slurpable on this list for everyone. Last fall, host Trenae Nuri chatted with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez about his top soups to order and eat right now.

For a list of the soup spots mentioned in this episode (and a couple of extra recommendations), head to: https://philly.citycast.fm/best/best-soups-for-philly-fall-season

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]]> 576 I-95 Versus South Philly https://philly.citycast.fm PennDOT is gearing up to redo the portion of I-95 in Philly that runs from the Ben Franklin Bridge to the Walt Whitman Bridge. But, initial proposals have some neighborhood groups concerned that the highway will take up space currently used for houses and recreation. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how the interstate could change and why not everyone is thrilled about a bigger highway.  Read Inga’s full column here. Learn more about the I-95 Central to South Philadelphia Planning Study here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 I-95 Versus South Philly full City Cast PennDOT is gearing up to redo the portion of I-95 in Philly that runs from the Ben Franklin Bridge to the Walt Whitman Bridge. But, initial proposals have some neighborhood groups concerned that the highway will take up space currently used for houses and recreation. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how the interstate could change and why not everyone is thrilled about a bigger highway.  Read Inga’s full column here. Learn more about the I-95 Central to South Philadelphia Planning Study here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. PennDOT is gearing up to redo the portion of I-95 in Philly that runs from the Ben Franklin Bridge to the Walt Whitman Bridge. But, initial proposals have some neighborhood groups concerned that the highway will take up space currently used for houses and recreation. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how the interstate could change and why not everyone is thrilled about a bigger highway. 

Read Inga’s full column here.

Learn more about the I-95 Central to South Philadelphia Planning Study here. 

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]]> 934 Philly's Giant Beating Heart, PPD Shootings & SEPTA Funding Proposal https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week’s topics: the Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart display turns 70, the controversy over a police-involved shooting in Fairhill, and Governor Josh Shapiro’s plan to boost funding for SEPTA. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Cory Sharber, general assignment reporter at WHYY News. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  70 years of memories at The Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart  A Philly police officer was shot this morning, the second in the past week Police release security footage of Fairhill deli shooting amid speculation about gunshots and stolen firearm Gov. Shapiro proposes $282.2 million in state transit funding as hundreds rally to ‘Save The Train’ More information about our Tip of the Week: Philadelphia’s Business Security Camera Program Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Philly's Giant Beating Heart, PPD Shootings & SEPTA Funding Proposal full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week’s topics: the Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart display turns 70, the controversy over a police-involved shooting in Fairhill, and Governor Josh Shapiro’s plan to boost funding for SEPTA. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Cory Sharber, general assignment reporter at WHYY News. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  70 years of memories at The Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart  A Philly police officer was shot this morning, the second in the past week Police release security footage of Fairhill deli shooting amid speculation about gunshots and stolen firearm Gov. Shapiro proposes $282.2 million in state transit funding as hundreds rally to ‘Save The Train’ More information about our Tip of the Week: Philadelphia’s Business Security Camera Program Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week’s topics: the Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart display turns 70, the controversy over a police-involved shooting in Fairhill, and Governor Josh Shapiro’s plan to boost funding for SEPTA. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Cory Sharber, general assignment reporter at WHYY News.

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]]> 945 Your Guide to February in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Happy February 1st! The City Cast Philly team is bringing you our recommendations for activities, food/drinks, free events, and Valentine’s Day plans this month. We’ve got something for everyone, from a BYOB hangout with goats, to Lunar New Year parades, to tamale and beer festivals. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar break down these picks and more, and then vote for our favorite ones. You can find a list of the activities and recommendations shared in this episode at https://philly.citycast.fm/best/2024-february-philadelphia-guide. Listen to our previous episode with Madame Fromage here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to February in Philly full City Cast Happy February 1st! The City Cast Philly team is bringing you our recommendations for activities, food/drinks, free events, and Valentine’s Day plans this month. We’ve got something for everyone, from a BYOB hangout with goats, to Lunar New Year parades, to tamale and beer festivals. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar break down these picks and more, and then vote for our favorite ones. You can find a list of the activities and recommendations shared in this episode at https://philly.citycast.fm/best/2024-february-philadelphia-guide. Listen to our previous episode with Madame Fromage here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Happy February 1st! The City Cast Philly team is bringing you our recommendations for activities, food/drinks, free events, and Valentine’s Day plans this month. We’ve got something for everyone, from a BYOB hangout with goats, to Lunar New Year parades, to tamale and beer festivals. Host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar break down these picks and more, and then vote for our favorite ones.

You can find a list of the activities and recommendations shared in this episode at https://philly.citycast.fm/best/2024-february-philadelphia-guide.

Listen to our previous episode with Madame Fromage here.

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]]> 1447 PA Supreme Court's Abortion Ruling, Explained https://philly.citycast.fm/ Earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a ruling related to abortion access. Technically, the case before the court was about Medicaid. But some of the justices signaled their willingness to make a bigger ruling about reproductive rights in the Commonwealth. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris breaks this all down with Susan Frietsche, co-executive director of the Women’s Law Project, and Gillian McGoldrick, Pennsylvania state government reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Read Gillian’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 PA Supreme Court's Abortion Ruling, Explained full City Cast Earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a ruling related to abortion access. Technically, the case before the court was about Medicaid. But some of the justices signaled their willingness to make a bigger ruling about reproductive rights in the Commonwealth. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris breaks this all down with Susan Frietsche, co-executive director of the Women’s Law Project, and Gillian McGoldrick, Pennsylvania state government reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Read Gillian’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a ruling related to abortion access. Technically, the case before the court was about Medicaid. But some of the justices signaled their willingness to make a bigger ruling about reproductive rights in the Commonwealth. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris breaks this all down with Susan Frietsche, co-executive director of the Women’s Law Project, and Gillian McGoldrick, Pennsylvania state government reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Read Gillian’s full story here. 

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]]> 689 Why City Council Is Looking Into the Office of Homeless Services https://philly.citycast.fm Philly’s Office of Homeless Services is facing scrutiny over a bunch of issues: confusion over where to send folks during recent cold and snowy weather, unpaid contracts, and overspending its budget by $15 million. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rev. Jeremy Montgomery, President & CEO of Philly House, and Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They dive into all of this, as well as why City Council is now getting involved. Read Anna’s reporting here and here. And, learn more about Philly House here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why City Council Is Looking Into the Office of Homeless Services full City Cast Philly’s Office of Homeless Services is facing scrutiny over a bunch of issues: confusion over where to send folks during recent cold and snowy weather, unpaid contracts, and overspending its budget by $15 million. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rev. Jeremy Montgomery, President & CEO of Philly House, and Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They dive into all of this, as well as why City Council is now getting involved. Read Anna’s reporting here and here. And, learn more about Philly House here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Philly’s Office of Homeless Services is facing scrutiny over a bunch of issues: confusion over where to send folks during recent cold and snowy weather, unpaid contracts, and overspending its budget by $15 million. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rev. Jeremy Montgomery, President & CEO of Philly House, and Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They dive into all of this, as well as why City Council is now getting involved.

Read Anna’s reporting here and here. And, learn more about Philly House here.

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]]> 1036 Passyunk Ave’s Coffee Shop Lease Drama https://philly.citycast.fm News that a beloved coffee shop on Passyunk Avenue is losing its space has some neighbors boiling over. The landlord says the shop, Black N Brew, has unpaid bills. But the shop’s owners swear they’ve paid their rent and are getting pushed out. So who’s telling the truth? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Victor Fiorillo, senior reporter at Philadelphia Magazine, about the controversy. Read Victor’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Mon, 29 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Passyunk Ave’s Coffee Shop Lease Drama full City Cast News that a beloved coffee shop on Passyunk Avenue is losing its space has some neighbors boiling over. The landlord says the shop, Black N Brew, has unpaid bills. But the shop’s owners swear they’ve paid their rent and are getting pushed out. So who’s telling the truth? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Victor Fiorillo, senior reporter at Philadelphia Magazine, about the controversy. Read Victor’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. News that a beloved coffee shop on Passyunk Avenue is losing its space has some neighbors boiling over. The landlord says the shop, Black N Brew, has unpaid bills. But the shop’s owners swear they’ve paid their rent and are getting pushed out. So who’s telling the truth? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Victor Fiorillo, senior reporter at Philadelphia Magazine, about the controversy.

Read Victor’s full story here. 

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]]> 1038 Predatory Towing, the New 'SEPTA Metro,' and Embiid Busts Record https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Listen to hear about the Sixers’ Joel Embiid’s historic 70-point game, SEPTA's updated branding and new countdown clocks, and how you can protect yourself from predatory towing fees after a crash. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ximena Conde, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor at The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Joel Embiid sets career-high with 70 points, breaking 76ers' record Where Joel Embiid’s 70-point game ranks among the best performances in Philly sports history Countdown clocks arrive at more stations along Market-Frankford Line Predatory towing is ‘a crime we all pay for.’ Here’s how to avoid it. High towing bills after crashes leave drivers frustrated and confused For more on the Tip of the Week, check out the city’s website here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Predatory Towing, the New 'SEPTA Metro,' and Embiid Busts Record full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Listen to hear about the Sixers’ Joel Embiid’s historic 70-point game, SEPTA's updated branding and new countdown clocks, and how you can protect yourself from predatory towing fees after a crash. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ximena Conde, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor at The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Joel Embiid sets career-high with 70 points, breaking 76ers' record Where Joel Embiid’s 70-point game ranks among the best performances in Philly sports history Countdown clocks arrive at more stations along Market-Frankford Line Predatory towing is ‘a crime we all pay for.’ Here’s how to avoid it. High towing bills after crashes leave drivers frustrated and confused For more on the Tip of the Week, check out the city’s website here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Listen to hear about the Sixers’ Joel Embiid’s historic 70-point game, SEPTA's updated branding and new countdown clocks, and how you can protect yourself from predatory towing fees after a crash. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ximena Conde, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor at The Philadelphia Tribune.

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For more on the Tip of the Week, check out the city’s website here. 

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]]> 1152 Is Philly the Best Cheese City in America? https://philly.citycast.fm Step aside Wisconsin, the Keystone state is coming for your cheese crown! Pennsylvania is home to 5,000 dairy farms, and the Philly area is chock full of artisan cheese shops and creameries. Today, host Trenae Nuri chats about what makes Philly a dairy destination with Tenaya Darlington, the cheese curator at Tria and author of Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese and Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese. Plus, she gives her recommendations for creating the ultimate local cheese board. Here’s a list of the local cheese shops, markets, and restaurants mentioned in this episode:  Birchrun Hills Farm Perrystead Dairy Merion Park Cheese Co.   Clark Park Farmers Market Valley Milkhouse Conebella Farm Di Bruno Bros. Downtown Cheese Weavers Way Co-Op Tria Talula’s Garden Third Wheel Cheese Co. Want to hear about our sister city Pittsburgh’s cheese scene? Check out their episode with Pgh’s Cheese Queen here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Is Philly the Best Cheese City in America? full City Cast Step aside Wisconsin, the Keystone state is coming for your cheese crown! Pennsylvania is home to 5,000 dairy farms, and the Philly area is chock full of artisan cheese shops and creameries. Today, host Trenae Nuri chats about what makes Philly a dairy destination with Tenaya Darlington, the cheese curator at Tria and author of Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese and Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese. Plus, she gives her recommendations for creating the ultimate local cheese board. Here’s a list of the local cheese shops, markets, and restaurants mentioned in this episode:  Birchrun Hills Farm Perrystead Dairy Merion Park Cheese Co.   Clark Park Farmers Market Valley Milkhouse Conebella Farm Di Bruno Bros. Downtown Cheese Weavers Way Co-Op Tria Talula’s Garden Third Wheel Cheese Co. Want to hear about our sister city Pittsburgh’s cheese scene? Check out their episode with Pgh’s Cheese Queen here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Step aside Wisconsin, the Keystone state is coming for your cheese crown! Pennsylvania is home to 5,000 dairy farms, and the Philly area is chock full of artisan cheese shops and creameries. Today, host Trenae Nuri chats about what makes Philly a dairy destination with Tenaya Darlington, the cheese curator at Tria and author of Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese and Madame Fromage’s Adventures in Cheese. Plus, she gives her recommendations for creating the ultimate local cheese board.

Here’s a list of the local cheese shops, markets, and restaurants mentioned in this episode: 

Want to hear about our sister city Pittsburgh’s cheese scene? Check out their episode with Pgh’s Cheese Queen here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

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]]> 970 Anti-Blight Legal Fight in Fishtown https://philly.citycast.fm/ There’s a battle brewing in Fishtown. The Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District is trying to take control of a house it says is an eyesore. But the family that has owned the home for generations says they’re being targeted because they have limited means to fix it up. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about this conflict and the state law driving it, known as Act 135. Read more of Samantha’s reporting here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Anti-Blight Legal Fight in Fishtown full City Cast There’s a battle brewing in Fishtown. The Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District is trying to take control of a house it says is an eyesore. But the family that has owned the home for generations says they’re being targeted because they have limited means to fix it up. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about this conflict and the state law driving it, known as Act 135. Read more of Samantha’s reporting here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. There’s a battle brewing in Fishtown. The Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District is trying to take control of a house it says is an eyesore. But the family that has owned the home for generations says they’re being targeted because they have limited means to fix it up. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about this conflict and the state law driving it, known as Act 135.

Read more of Samantha’s reporting here. 

Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.

We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.

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]]> 931 Best Places to Pamper Yourself in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you’re looking for ways to prioritize your wellness or find new self-care practices this year, we’ve got you. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Imani Harris (@xoimaniindigo), a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best spas, yoga classes, and wellness experiences located right here in Philly.  Here’s a list of wellness destinations mentioned in this episode:  Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Best Places to Pamper Yourself in Philly full City Cast If you’re looking for ways to prioritize your wellness or find new self-care practices this year, we’ve got you. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Imani Harris (@xoimaniindigo), a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best spas, yoga classes, and wellness experiences located right here in Philly.  Here’s a list of wellness destinations mentioned in this episode:  Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you’re looking for ways to prioritize your wellness or find new self-care practices this year, we’ve got you. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Imani Harris (@xoimaniindigo), a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best spas, yoga classes, and wellness experiences located right here in Philly. 

Here’s a list of wellness destinations mentioned in this episode: 

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]]> 912 Should We Stop Calling Philly 'America's Poorest Big City'? https://philly.citycast.fm Philly is technically America’s “poorest big city,” a data point that’s often used by politicians, activists, and journalists. But this label may not actually help address the poverty that it describes. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kenny Cooper, reporter at WHYY, about how this term can create stigma and whether it lets the city’s rich suburbs off the hook. Read Kenny's full story here. And, check out WHYY’s podcast “Young, Unhoused and Unseen” here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Should We Stop Calling Philly 'America's Poorest Big City'? full City Cast Philly is technically America’s “poorest big city,” a data point that’s often used by politicians, activists, and journalists. But this label may not actually help address the poverty that it describes. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kenny Cooper, reporter at WHYY, about how this term can create stigma and whether it lets the city’s rich suburbs off the hook. Read Kenny's full story here. And, check out WHYY’s podcast “Young, Unhoused and Unseen” here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly is technically America’s “poorest big city,” a data point that’s often used by politicians, activists, and journalists. But this label may not actually help address the poverty that it describes. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kenny Cooper, reporter at WHYY, about how this term can create stigma and whether it lets the city’s rich suburbs off the hook.

Read Kenny's full story here. And, check out WHYY’s podcast “Young, Unhoused and Unseen” here. 

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]]> 769 13 Jason Kelce Career Highlights, More Snow & Aggressive Raccoons https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include Philly's response to the end of our nearly two-year snow drought, reactions to Jason Kelce (maybe) calling it quits after 13 seasons with the Eagles, and West Philly’s aggressive raccoon problem. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ximena Conde, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor at The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia weather: Tracking another 5-6 inches of snow Friday From Mummers regalia to his Christmas crooning, Jason Kelce stands apart Rabid raccoons in West Philly? No definitive proof yet, but animal control says it’s better to be safe. To reach the ACCT Philly's Animal Control hotline, call 267-385-3800. Or learn more about reporting a wildlife issue in our city at https://acctphilly.org/wildlife/. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 13 Jason Kelce Career Highlights, More Snow & Aggressive Raccoons full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include Philly's response to the end of our nearly two-year snow drought, reactions to Jason Kelce (maybe) calling it quits after 13 seasons with the Eagles, and West Philly’s aggressive raccoon problem. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ximena Conde, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor at The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia weather: Tracking another 5-6 inches of snow Friday From Mummers regalia to his Christmas crooning, Jason Kelce stands apart Rabid raccoons in West Philly? No definitive proof yet, but animal control says it’s better to be safe. To reach the ACCT Philly's Animal Control hotline, call 267-385-3800. Or learn more about reporting a wildlife issue in our city at https://acctphilly.org/wildlife/. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today's topics include Philly's response to the end of our nearly two-year snow drought, reactions to Jason Kelce (maybe) calling it quits after 13 seasons with the Eagles, and West Philly’s aggressive raccoon problem. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ximena Conde, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor at The Philadelphia Tribune.


Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


To reach the ACCT Philly's Animal Control hotline, call 267-385-3800. Or learn more about reporting a wildlife issue in our city at https://acctphilly.org/wildlife/.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1450 yes Why Philly’s Snow Drought Just Ended https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphia finally got snow! Over 700 days had passed without a one-inch dusting of snow to brush off of our cars or admire on the trees. But this week’s storm changed that, ending our city’s longest snow drought. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anthony Wood, weather writer for The Philadelphia Inquirer and author of “Snow: A History about the World’s Most Fascinating Flake,” to talk about snow totals and why Philly experienced a snow drought for so long.   Read Anthony’s full story here.  As mentioned in the episode, check out the National Weather Service’s in depth daily discussion on Philly/Mount Holly weather. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why Philly’s Snow Drought Just Ended full City Cast Philadelphia finally got snow! Over 700 days had passed without a one-inch dusting of snow to brush off of our cars or admire on the trees. But this week’s storm changed that, ending our city’s longest snow drought. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anthony Wood, weather writer for The Philadelphia Inquirer and author of “Snow: A History about the World’s Most Fascinating Flake,” to talk about snow totals and why Philly experienced a snow drought for so long.   Read Anthony’s full story here.  As mentioned in the episode, check out the National Weather Service’s in depth daily discussion on Philly/Mount Holly weather. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia finally got snow! Over 700 days had passed without a one-inch dusting of snow to brush off of our cars or admire on the trees. But this week’s storm changed that, ending our city’s longest snow drought. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anthony Wood, weather writer for The Philadelphia Inquirer and author of “Snow: A History about the World’s Most Fascinating Flake,” to talk about snow totals and why Philly experienced a snow drought for so long.  


Read Anthony’s full story here. 


As mentioned in the episode, check out the National Weather Service’s in depth daily discussion on Philly/Mount Holly weather.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 617 The Best Restaurants Opening in 2024 https://philly.citycast.fm After a year of big wins for Philly’s food and drink scene — think four James Beard Awards — 2024 promises more than 75 new restaurant openings. Favorites like Jim’s South Street will be returning, and rising stars such as Baby’s Kusina + Market will make their debut. Today host Trenae Nuri talks with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, creator of Tiny Table Tours, about what’s on the menu in Philly this year.  Here are the restaurants mentioned in this episode: Kampar (Bella Vista)  Two Local’s Brewing Co. (University City) Jim’s South Street (South Philly)  Tequila (Center City) Pizzata Birreria (South Philly) Superette (South Philly) Baby’s Kusina + Market (Brewerytown) Asad’s Hot Chicken (University City) BlackHen (Old City) Kilimandjaro (West Philly) Sabrina’s Cafe (Philadelphia International Airport)  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The Best Restaurants Opening in 2024 full City Cast After a year of big wins for Philly’s food and drink scene — think four James Beard Awards — 2024 promises more than 75 new restaurant openings. Favorites like Jim’s South Street will be returning, and rising stars such as Baby’s Kusina + Market will make their debut. Today host Trenae Nuri talks with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, creator of Tiny Table Tours, about what’s on the menu in Philly this year.  Here are the restaurants mentioned in this episode: Kampar (Bella Vista)  Two Local’s Brewing Co. (University City) Jim’s South Street (South Philly)  Tequila (Center City) Pizzata Birreria (South Philly) Superette (South Philly) Baby’s Kusina + Market (Brewerytown) Asad’s Hot Chicken (University City) BlackHen (Old City) Kilimandjaro (West Philly) Sabrina’s Cafe (Philadelphia International Airport)  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. After a year of big wins for Philly’s food and drink scene — think four James Beard Awards — 2024 promises more than 75 new restaurant openings. Favorites like Jim’s South Street will be returning, and rising stars such as Baby’s Kusina + Market will make their debut. Today host Trenae Nuri talks with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, creator of Tiny Table Tours, about what’s on the menu in Philly this year. 


Here are the restaurants mentioned in this episode:


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]]> 1106 Why 5 More Philly Streets Are Getting Speed Cameras https://philly.citycast.fm After what some consider a successful pilot program on Roosevelt Boulevard, city government wants to bring more speed cameras to Philly. A new law looks to address concerns about dangerous driving on roads like Lincoln and Kelly Drive. Today, host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about how Philadelphians feel about speed cameras and if this law could help make driving in Philly safer.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 Why 5 More Philly Streets Are Getting Speed Cameras full City Cast After what some consider a successful pilot program on Roosevelt Boulevard, city government wants to bring more speed cameras to Philly. A new law looks to address concerns about dangerous driving on roads like Lincoln and Kelly Drive. Today, host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about how Philadelphians feel about speed cameras and if this law could help make driving in Philly safer.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. After what some consider a successful pilot program on Roosevelt Boulevard, city government wants to bring more speed cameras to Philly. A new law looks to address concerns about dangerous driving on roads like Lincoln and Kelly Drive. Today, host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about how Philadelphians feel about speed cameras and if this law could help make driving in Philly safer. 


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]]> 1035 PA’s Low Minimum Wage, More Mask Mandates & Storm Recovery https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today, we cover how Pennsylvania’s minimum wage compares to surrounding states, why both an increase in COVID and measles has brought back mask mandates, and the aftermath of the recent storm. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workforce reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aubrey Whelan, health reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  22 states raised their minimum wage this week. Pennsylvania’s is still just $7.25. Cleanup underway after flooding, heavy winds hit Philly region More health systems in the Philly area are requiring masks as COVID cases rise  Two more day-care children are infected with the measles. Here’s what to know about the outbreak in Philadelphia. Want to hear more about brunch? Check out our episode here and today's guests recommend The Dutch and Billy Murphy's Irish Saloon. Learn more about the self sufficiency standard calculator mentioned in the episode here. For more information on our tip of the week check out the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Volunteer Sign Up. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 PA’s Low Minimum Wage, More Mask Mandates & Storm Recovery full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today, we cover how Pennsylvania’s minimum wage compares to surrounding states, why both an increase in COVID and measles has brought back mask mandates, and the aftermath of the recent storm. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workforce reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aubrey Whelan, health reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  22 states raised their minimum wage this week. Pennsylvania’s is still just $7.25. Cleanup underway after flooding, heavy winds hit Philly region More health systems in the Philly area are requiring masks as COVID cases rise  Two more day-care children are infected with the measles. Here’s what to know about the outbreak in Philadelphia. Want to hear more about brunch? Check out our episode here and today's guests recommend The Dutch and Billy Murphy's Irish Saloon. Learn more about the self sufficiency standard calculator mentioned in the episode here. For more information on our tip of the week check out the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Volunteer Sign Up. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today, we cover how Pennsylvania’s minimum wage compares to surrounding states, why both an increase in COVID and measles has brought back mask mandates, and the aftermath of the recent storm. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workforce reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aubrey Whelan, health reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Want to hear more about brunch? Check out our episode here and today's guests recommend The Dutch and Billy Murphy's Irish Saloon.


Learn more about the self sufficiency standard calculator mentioned in the episode here.


For more information on our tip of the week check out the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Volunteer Sign Up.


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]]> 1025 The 13 Best Brunches in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Brunch has it all! It’s breakfast and lunch combined — and there’s usually a mimosa or bloody mary involved. To help pick from the many brunch spots in the city, host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor, Dave Wez, about restaurants that offer anything from mimosa towers to build-your-own-donut stations. Here are the brunch spots mentioned in this episode:  Suraya White dog cafe China Gourmet TheWiz Amari's Somo  Middle Child Clubhouse  Lacroix Harp and Crown Honey’s Sit and Eat  Cafe La Maude Brunch N  Reading Terminal Market Listen here for the best diners still around in the city.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 11 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0000 The 13 Best Brunches in Philly full City Cast Brunch has it all! It’s breakfast and lunch combined — and there’s usually a mimosa or bloody mary involved. To help pick from the many brunch spots in the city, host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor, Dave Wez, about restaurants that offer anything from mimosa towers to build-your-own-donut stations. Here are the brunch spots mentioned in this episode:  Suraya White dog cafe China Gourmet TheWiz Amari's Somo  Middle Child Clubhouse  Lacroix Harp and Crown Honey’s Sit and Eat  Cafe La Maude Brunch N  Reading Terminal Market Listen here for the best diners still around in the city.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Brunch has it all! It’s breakfast and lunch combined — and there’s usually a mimosa or bloody mary involved. To help pick from the many brunch spots in the city, host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor, Dave Wez, about restaurants that offer anything from mimosa towers to build-your-own-donut stations.


Here are the brunch spots mentioned in this episode: 


Listen here for the best diners still around in the city. 


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]]> 1185 Why Front Street Is Seeing a Housing Boom https://philly.citycast.fm Hundreds of apartments are being built on Front Street in the Fishtown and Kensington neighborhoods. This housing boom is all happening near the noisy Market-Frankford train line, which has experienced a sharp decline in riders since the pandemic. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what’s attracting developers to these neighborhoods and whether these new apartments could attract more Philadelphians back on SEPTA. Read Jake’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Why Front Street Is Seeing a Housing Boom full City Cast Hundreds of apartments are being built on Front Street in the Fishtown and Kensington neighborhoods. This housing boom is all happening near the noisy Market-Frankford train line, which has experienced a sharp decline in riders since the pandemic. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what’s attracting developers to these neighborhoods and whether these new apartments could attract more Philadelphians back on SEPTA. Read Jake’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Hundreds of apartments are being built on Front Street in the Fishtown and Kensington neighborhoods. This housing boom is all happening near the noisy Market-Frankford train line, which has experienced a sharp decline in riders since the pandemic. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jake Blumgart, real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what’s attracting developers to these neighborhoods and whether these new apartments could attract more Philadelphians back on SEPTA.


Read Jake’s full story here. 


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]]> 894 How to Responsibly Donate Unwanted Items https://philly.citycast.fm Need to clean out your house to make room for some holiday presents? Or just want to get a fresh start — with less stuff — this new year? We've got your guide to responsibly getting rid of unwanted items from furniture to electronics to clothes. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri spoke with the director of policy & engagement at Circular Philadelphia, Nic Esposito, about where to take your stuff so that it can have a second life. Here are the organizations, programs, and resources mentioned in this episode: Circle Thrift Rego Habitat for Humanity ReStore Sanitation Convenience Center Retrievr Buffalo Exchange Urban Exchange Project Pennsylvania Horticultural Society PennState Extension Community Composting Sites Bennett Compost  Circle Compost Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee Community Life Improvement Program Glitter Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How to Responsibly Donate Unwanted Items full City Cast Need to clean out your house to make room for some holiday presents? Or just want to get a fresh start — with less stuff — this new year? We've got your guide to responsibly getting rid of unwanted items from furniture to electronics to clothes. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri spoke with the director of policy & engagement at Circular Philadelphia, Nic Esposito, about where to take your stuff so that it can have a second life. Here are the organizations, programs, and resources mentioned in this episode: Circle Thrift Rego Habitat for Humanity ReStore Sanitation Convenience Center Retrievr Buffalo Exchange Urban Exchange Project Pennsylvania Horticultural Society PennState Extension Community Composting Sites Bennett Compost  Circle Compost Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee Community Life Improvement Program Glitter Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Need to clean out your house to make room for some holiday presents? Or just want to get a fresh start — with less stuff — this new year? We've got your guide to responsibly getting rid of unwanted items from furniture to electronics to clothes. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri spoke with the director of policy & engagement at Circular Philadelphia, Nic Esposito, about where to take your stuff so that it can have a second life.


Here are the organizations, programs, and resources mentioned in this episode:


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]]> 708 Best Philly TikTok Accounts https://philly.citycast.fm Welcome to the Philly side of TikTok. This social media platform may be internationally popular, but Philly content creators are some of its best. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Beatrice Forman, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to highlight the funniest local food reviewers, realest Jersey mom-fluencers, and thickest Delco accents you can find on the app. Read Beatrice’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Best Philly TikTok Accounts full City Cast Welcome to the Philly side of TikTok. This social media platform may be internationally popular, but Philly content creators are some of its best. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Beatrice Forman, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to highlight the funniest local food reviewers, realest Jersey mom-fluencers, and thickest Delco accents you can find on the app. Read Beatrice’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Welcome to the Philly side of TikTok. This social media platform may be internationally popular, but Philly content creators are some of its best. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Beatrice Forman, general assignment reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to highlight the funniest local food reviewers, realest Jersey mom-fluencers, and thickest Delco accents you can find on the app.


Read Beatrice’s full story here. 


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]]> 1183 Trump Flag Fight, Parker’s Executive Orders, N. Philly School Reopens https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: Mayor Cherelle Parker’s 100-day Action Plan and first executive orders, how T.M. Peirce Elementary School got a multimillion dollar makeover, and the scuffle over a Trump flag at the annual Mummers Parade. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior writer for Chalkbeat Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A small group of Mummers fought with onlookers over a Trump flag at the 2024 Parade Cherelle L. Parker is inaugurated as the first female mayor in Philadelphia history North Philadelphia hails opening of T.M. Peirce, its first new public school building in 70 years Other resources mentioned: Mayor Parker's 100-Day Action Plan Free Library branches with new Saturday hours Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Trump Flag Fight, Parker’s Executive Orders, N. Philly School Reopens full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: Mayor Cherelle Parker’s 100-day Action Plan and first executive orders, how T.M. Peirce Elementary School got a multimillion dollar makeover, and the scuffle over a Trump flag at the annual Mummers Parade. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior writer for Chalkbeat Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A small group of Mummers fought with onlookers over a Trump flag at the 2024 Parade Cherelle L. Parker is inaugurated as the first female mayor in Philadelphia history North Philadelphia hails opening of T.M. Peirce, its first new public school building in 70 years Other resources mentioned: Mayor Parker's 100-Day Action Plan Free Library branches with new Saturday hours Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: Mayor Cherelle Parker’s 100-day Action Plan and first executive orders, how T.M. Peirce Elementary School got a multimillion dollar makeover, and the scuffle over a Trump flag at the annual Mummers Parade. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Dale Mezzacappa, senior writer for Chalkbeat Philadelphia.


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]]> 1147 5 Ways To Support Unhoused Philadelphians This Winter https://philly.citycast.fm In the winter, living outside can be deadly. But there are many ways to help unhoused neighbors this season. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Sophia Schmidt, an environmental justice reporter for WHYY, about what donations local organizations need most right now, how to volunteer your time, and other ways you can make a difference. Read Sophia’s full story here.  Organizations and resources mentioned in this episode: Project HOME Pottstown Beacon of Hope Bethesda Project Project SAFE Philadelphia City Fund Office of Homeless Services Homeless Services Mailing List 24-Hour Homeless Outreach Hotline Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 5 Ways To Support Unhoused Philadelphians This Winter full City Cast In the winter, living outside can be deadly. But there are many ways to help unhoused neighbors this season. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Sophia Schmidt, an environmental justice reporter for WHYY, about what donations local organizations need most right now, how to volunteer your time, and other ways you can make a difference. Read Sophia’s full story here.  Organizations and resources mentioned in this episode: Project HOME Pottstown Beacon of Hope Bethesda Project Project SAFE Philadelphia City Fund Office of Homeless Services Homeless Services Mailing List 24-Hour Homeless Outreach Hotline Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In the winter, living outside can be deadly. But there are many ways to help unhoused neighbors this season. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Sophia Schmidt, an environmental justice reporter for WHYY, about what donations local organizations need most right now, how to volunteer your time, and other ways you can make a difference.


Read Sophia’s full story here. 


Organizations and resources mentioned in this episode:


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]]> 799 Why More Philadelphians Are Buying Guns https://philly.citycast.fm/ During the pandemic, a lot of people in Philly took steps to start carrying a gun. In 2021, the city issued more than 52,000 license-to-carry permits. That was seven times the number issued in 2020, according to an analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inquirer reporters Massarah Mikati and Nate File about what some of these new — and often reluctant — gun owners say motivated their decision to arm themselves. Read Massarah and Nate’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Why More Philadelphians Are Buying Guns full City Cast During the pandemic, a lot of people in Philly took steps to start carrying a gun. In 2021, the city issued more than 52,000 license-to-carry permits. That was seven times the number issued in 2020, according to an analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inquirer reporters Massarah Mikati and Nate File about what some of these new — and often reluctant — gun owners say motivated their decision to arm themselves. Read Massarah and Nate’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. During the pandemic, a lot of people in Philly took steps to start carrying a gun. In 2021, the city issued more than 52,000 license-to-carry permits. That was seven times the number issued in 2020, according to an analysis by The Philadelphia Inquirer. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inquirer reporters Massarah Mikati and Nate File about what some of these new — and often reluctant — gun owners say motivated their decision to arm themselves.


Read Massarah and Nate’s full story here.


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]]> 919 Your Guide to January in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re kicking off 2024 with a guide to some of the coolest places to go and things to do in Philly this January. From chowing down at Center City District’s Restaurant Week, to visiting local greenhouses, to scoping out cool rides at the Philadelphia Auto Show, the City Cast Philly team shares our recommendations for making the most of this month. Events and attractions mentioned in this episode: Go City Philadelphia Philadelphia Auto Show Elfreth’s Alley City Winery  Paradigm Arts Club (This event sold out after we taped the episode). Center City District Restaurant Week Osteria Milk Boy Comedy Jam Longwood Gardens Fairmount Park Horticulture Center Gilda Nepali Momo Kitchen Acro& Whitman Library in South Philly Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 02 Jan 2024 13:24:59 -0000 Your Guide to January in Philly full City Cast We’re kicking off 2024 with a guide to some of the coolest places to go and things to do in Philly this January. From chowing down at Center City District’s Restaurant Week, to visiting local greenhouses, to scoping out cool rides at the Philadelphia Auto Show, the City Cast Philly team shares our recommendations for making the most of this month. Events and attractions mentioned in this episode: Go City Philadelphia Philadelphia Auto Show Elfreth’s Alley City Winery  Paradigm Arts Club (This event sold out after we taped the episode). Center City District Restaurant Week Osteria Milk Boy Comedy Jam Longwood Gardens Fairmount Park Horticulture Center Gilda Nepali Momo Kitchen Acro& Whitman Library in South Philly Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re kicking off 2024 with a guide to some of the coolest places to go and things to do in Philly this January. From chowing down at Center City District’s Restaurant Week, to visiting local greenhouses, to scoping out cool rides at the Philadelphia Auto Show, the City Cast Philly team shares our recommendations for making the most of this month.


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]]> 1420 The Best Movies Set in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. So we put together a list of films that feature our fair city. Earlier this year, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talked about movies set in or about Philadelphia with Andrew Greenblatt, the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Film Society. Check out what's screening at the Philadelphia Film Society at filmadelphia.org. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 The Best Movies Set in Philly full City Cast When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. So we put together a list of films that feature our fair city. Earlier this year, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talked about movies set in or about Philadelphia with Andrew Greenblatt, the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Film Society. Check out what's screening at the Philadelphia Film Society at filmadelphia.org. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. So we put together a list of films that feature our fair city. Earlier this year, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talked about movies set in or about Philadelphia with Andrew Greenblatt, the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Film Society.


Check out what's screening at the Philadelphia Film Society at filmadelphia.org.


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]]> 918 From Acme to Aldi: Philly Grocery Hacks https://philly.citycast.fm/ Everyone wants to stretch their dollars during the holidays. Luckily, we’ve got your insider’s guide on where to stock up and how to save money in Philly. From why you should avoid grocery shopping on Sunday, to items that are weirdly cheaper at Whole Foods, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down your options in the city, as well as their best grocery shopping hacks and tips for getting a good deal. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 28 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 From Acme to Aldi: Philly Grocery Hacks full City Cast Everyone wants to stretch their dollars during the holidays. Luckily, we’ve got your insider’s guide on where to stock up and how to save money in Philly. From why you should avoid grocery shopping on Sunday, to items that are weirdly cheaper at Whole Foods, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down your options in the city, as well as their best grocery shopping hacks and tips for getting a good deal. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Everyone wants to stretch their dollars during the holidays. Luckily, we’ve got your insider’s guide on where to stock up and how to save money in Philly. From why you should avoid grocery shopping on Sunday, to items that are weirdly cheaper at Whole Foods, host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down your options in the city, as well as their best grocery shopping hacks and tips for getting a good deal.


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]]> 1096 Slow Down With a Philly-Born Poet https://philly.citycast.fm/ The holidays are a time to reflect. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who hosts a podcast dedicated to poetry? Back in April, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry.   Find the poem Major read, titled “Duck Girl,” here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Slow Down With a Philly-Born Poet full City Cast The holidays are a time to reflect. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who hosts a podcast dedicated to poetry? Back in April, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry.   Find the poem Major read, titled “Duck Girl,” here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The holidays are a time to reflect. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who hosts a podcast dedicated to poetry? Back in April, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry.  


Find the poem Major read, titled “Duck Girl,” here.


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]]> 1227 A Pennsylvania Beer Crawl Some of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to sip on New Years or bring to a holiday potluck, we’ve got some options for you. Earlier this year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about their city's local beer scene and rated some brews made in the commonwealth.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 26 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 A Pennsylvania Beer Crawl full City Cast Some of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to sip on New Years or bring to a holiday potluck, we’ve got some options for you. Earlier this year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about their city's local beer scene and rated some brews made in the commonwealth.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Some of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to sip on New Years or bring to a holiday potluck, we’ve got some options for you. Earlier this year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about their city's local beer scene and rated some brews made in the commonwealth. 


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]]> 1633 Parker’s Top Hires, 15-Cent Paper Bag Fee, New ‘Porch Pirates’ Law https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Topics include Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s picks to lead her administration, what new laws City Council passed before the winter break, and changes to Pennsylvania’s legal code you should know about for 2024. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Stephen Caruso, Pennsylvania Capitol reporter at Spotlight PA, and Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker announces her ‘big three’ staffers who will lead her administration A paper bag fee, new protections for building workers, and a send-off for Council President Darrell L. Clarke A mix of reform-minded and tough-on-crime justice bills are now law in Pa. More info about our tip of the week: Deck the Halls with Fire Safety! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 22 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Parker’s Top Hires, 15-Cent Paper Bag Fee, New ‘Porch Pirates’ Law full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Topics include Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s picks to lead her administration, what new laws City Council passed before the winter break, and changes to Pennsylvania’s legal code you should know about for 2024. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Stephen Caruso, Pennsylvania Capitol reporter at Spotlight PA, and Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker announces her ‘big three’ staffers who will lead her administration A paper bag fee, new protections for building workers, and a send-off for Council President Darrell L. Clarke A mix of reform-minded and tough-on-crime justice bills are now law in Pa. More info about our tip of the week: Deck the Halls with Fire Safety! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Topics include Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s picks to lead her administration, what new laws City Council passed before the winter break, and changes to Pennsylvania’s legal code you should know about for 2024. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Stephen Caruso, Pennsylvania Capitol reporter at Spotlight PA, and Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer.


Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


More info about our tip of the week: Deck the Halls with Fire Safety!


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]]> 1337 Insider's Guide to a DC Day Trip https://philly.citycast.fm/ Have some free time this holiday season? Why not take a day trip to our nation’s capital! Earlier this year, host Trenae Nuri talked with City Cast DC host Bridget Todd about the most iconic spots to grab a bite, which tourist traps to avoid, and how folks from Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. relate to each other. Want more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 21 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Insider's Guide to a DC Day Trip full City Cast Have some free time this holiday season? Why not take a day trip to our nation’s capital! Earlier this year, host Trenae Nuri talked with City Cast DC host Bridget Todd about the most iconic spots to grab a bite, which tourist traps to avoid, and how folks from Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. relate to each other. Want more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Have some free time this holiday season? Why not take a day trip to our nation’s capital! Earlier this year, host Trenae Nuri talked with City Cast DC host Bridget Todd about the most iconic spots to grab a bite, which tourist traps to avoid, and how folks from Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. relate to each other.


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]]> 1166 Reactions To Philly's New Intercity Bus Stop https://philly.citycast.fm It’s been just over a month since Philly moved the outdoor bus station for companies like Greyhound and FlixBus from Market Street to Northern Liberties. While some argue it's a more logical location, area businesses and passengers are not loving it. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about what travelers and nearby businesses are saying and whether the city is planning any changes in response to their critiques. Read Meir's full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Reactions To Philly's New Intercity Bus Stop full City Cast It’s been just over a month since Philly moved the outdoor bus station for companies like Greyhound and FlixBus from Market Street to Northern Liberties. While some argue it's a more logical location, area businesses and passengers are not loving it. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about what travelers and nearby businesses are saying and whether the city is planning any changes in response to their critiques. Read Meir's full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s been just over a month since Philly moved the outdoor bus station for companies like Greyhound and FlixBus from Market Street to Northern Liberties. While some argue it's a more logical location, area businesses and passengers are not loving it. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about what travelers and nearby businesses are saying and whether the city is planning any changes in response to their critiques.


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]]> 726 Philly’s Best Bagels & Spreads https://philly.citycast.fm This is the “Great Philly Bagel Debate.” Explore the world of Philly bagels with host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor, Dave Wez, as they compare the different styles of dough, schmears, and toppings you can try at the best local bagel shops. The spots mentioned in this episode are: Bart's Bagels Essen Bakery The Kettle Black K'Far Cafe Kismet Bagels Knead Bagels  New York Bagel Bakery Philly Style Bagels Schmear It Spread Bagelry Vanilya Bakery Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Best Bagels & Spreads full City Cast This is the “Great Philly Bagel Debate.” Explore the world of Philly bagels with host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor, Dave Wez, as they compare the different styles of dough, schmears, and toppings you can try at the best local bagel shops. The spots mentioned in this episode are: Bart's Bagels Essen Bakery The Kettle Black K'Far Cafe Kismet Bagels Knead Bagels  New York Bagel Bakery Philly Style Bagels Schmear It Spread Bagelry Vanilya Bakery Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This is the “Great Philly Bagel Debate.” Explore the world of Philly bagels with host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor, Dave Wez, as they compare the different styles of dough, schmears, and toppings you can try at the best local bagel shops.


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]]> 1347 Highs and Lows of 2023 in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it? City Cast Philly takes a look back at the most chaotic news events, influential Philadelphians, and biggest city improvements of 2023. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, a nonprofit focusing on gun violence reporting, and Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept – a local art blog, and host of WHYY’s "Art Outside" podcast. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 High and Lows of 2023 in Philly full City Cast It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it? City Cast Philly takes a look back at the most chaotic news events, influential Philadelphians, and biggest city improvements of 2023. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, a nonprofit focusing on gun violence reporting, and Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept – a local art blog, and host of WHYY’s "Art Outside" podcast. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it? City Cast Philly takes a look back at the most chaotic news events, influential Philadelphians, and biggest city improvements of 2023. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, a nonprofit focusing on gun violence reporting, and Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept – a local art blog, and host of WHYY’s "Art Outside" podcast.


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]]> 1368 SEPTA Police Strike, Resignations at UPenn & Mall Bankruptcy https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s episode covers why SEPTA transit officers went on strike, turnover at the highest levels of the University of Pennsylvania, and why PREIT, owner of several area malls, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ryan Mulligan, higher education reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, Paul Schwedelson, real estate reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA transit police are on strike PREIT files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, agrees to relinquish stake in Fashion District University of Pennsylvania President Elizabeth Magill resigns amid turmoil University of Pennsylvania board chair Scott Bok resigns in fallout over antisemitism on campus Tip of the Week resources: Fashion District  Selfies with Santa & The Grinch Breakfast With Santa & Friends Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Police Strike, Resignations at UPenn & Mall Bankruptcy full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s episode covers why SEPTA transit officers went on strike, turnover at the highest levels of the University of Pennsylvania, and why PREIT, owner of several area malls, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ryan Mulligan, higher education reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, Paul Schwedelson, real estate reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA transit police are on strike PREIT files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, agrees to relinquish stake in Fashion District University of Pennsylvania President Elizabeth Magill resigns amid turmoil University of Pennsylvania board chair Scott Bok resigns in fallout over antisemitism on campus Tip of the Week resources: Fashion District  Selfies with Santa & The Grinch Breakfast With Santa & Friends Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s episode covers why SEPTA transit officers went on strike, turnover at the highest levels of the University of Pennsylvania, and why PREIT, owner of several area malls, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ryan Mulligan, higher education reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, Paul Schwedelson, real estate reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer.


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]]> 1286 Last-Minute Gift Guide for Philly Experiences https://philly.citycast.fm Stumped on what to get for those last few people on your list? We got you. This episode is your last-minute guide to some of the best Philly-based experiential gifts. From cheese-tastings to circus classes, these presents let you share a new experience, support a new hobby, or make memories with your loved ones. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme, creator of Tiny Table Tours, about their most creative gift ideas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Last-Minute Gift Guide for Philly Experiences full City Cast Stumped on what to get for those last few people on your list? We got you. This episode is your last-minute guide to some of the best Philly-based experiential gifts. From cheese-tastings to circus classes, these presents let you share a new experience, support a new hobby, or make memories with your loved ones. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme, creator of Tiny Table Tours, about their most creative gift ideas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Stumped on what to get for those last few people on your list? We got you. This episode is your last-minute guide to some of the best Philly-based experiential gifts. From cheese-tastings to circus classes, these presents let you share a new experience, support a new hobby, or make memories with your loved ones. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme, creator of Tiny Table Tours, about their most creative gift ideas.


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]]> 1433 Why Philly Was Named the 'Frenchest' American City https://philly.citycast.fm Probably no one has ever confused Philly with Paris. But this year, Philadelphia was deemed the "Frenchest" city in America, according to Michelin's Green Guide. Back in June, host Trenae Nuri broke down why Philly received this honor with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who explored what makes our city, in her words, "French-y," and why some don't agree with that label.  Read Stephanie’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why Philly Was Named the 'Frenchest' American City full City Cast Probably no one has ever confused Philly with Paris. But this year, Philadelphia was deemed the "Frenchest" city in America, according to Michelin's Green Guide. Back in June, host Trenae Nuri broke down why Philly received this honor with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who explored what makes our city, in her words, "French-y," and why some don't agree with that label.  Read Stephanie’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Probably no one has ever confused Philly with Paris. But this year, Philadelphia was deemed the "Frenchest" city in America, according to Michelin's Green Guide. Back in June, host Trenae Nuri broke down why Philly received this honor with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who explored what makes our city, in her words, "French-y," and why some don't agree with that label. 


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]]> 745 1-Star Reviews of Philly Landmarks https://philly.citycast.fm Can you identify some of Philly’s biggest landmarks, based on their haters? City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff compiled one-star reviews of iconic spots in the city and put host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz to the test. Listen and play along with us! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 1-Star Reviews of Philly Landmarks full City Cast Can you identify some of Philly’s biggest landmarks, based on their haters? City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff compiled one-star reviews of iconic spots in the city and put host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz to the test. Listen and play along with us! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Can you identify some of Philly’s biggest landmarks, based on their haters? City Cast Philly executive producer Laura Benshoff compiled one-star reviews of iconic spots in the city and put host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz to the test. Listen and play along with us!


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]]> 1001 The Costs of Philly’s Wrongful Convictions https://philly.citycast.fm $9.1 million dollars. That’s how much money the City of Philadelphia recently agreed to pay Walter Ogrod after he wrongfully spent 28 years behind bars. And he's not alone. More than 40 convictions built on bad evidence have been overturned in recent years, according to the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. And that could mean a lot more payouts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Joseph M. Marrone, Ogrod’s lawyer and founder of the Marrone Law Firm. *Content warning: This episode contains a description of sexual violence involving a child. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 The Costs of Philly’s Wrongful Convictions full City Cast $9.1 million dollars. That’s how much money the City of Philadelphia recently agreed to pay Walter Ogrod after he wrongfully spent 28 years behind bars. And he's not alone. More than 40 convictions built on bad evidence have been overturned in recent years, according to the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. And that could mean a lot more payouts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Joseph M. Marrone, Ogrod’s lawyer and founder of the Marrone Law Firm. *Content warning: This episode contains a description of sexual violence involving a child. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. $9.1 million dollars. That’s how much money the City of Philadelphia recently agreed to pay Walter Ogrod after he wrongfully spent 28 years behind bars. And he's not alone. More than 40 convictions built on bad evidence have been overturned in recent years, according to the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. And that could mean a lot more payouts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Joseph M. Marrone, Ogrod’s lawyer and founder of the Marrone Law Firm. *Content warning: This episode contains a description of sexual violence involving a child.


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]]> 858 Macy’s Reopens After Fatal Stabbing, Ski Mask Ban & Snow Day Plans https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aliya Schneider, politics and governing reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the reopening of Macy’s after two security guards were stabbed inside and City Council's move to ban ski masks in many public places. And, how to spend the perfect snow day in Philly. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Center City Macy’s reopens after fatal stabbing Philadelphia could soon have a ski mask ban. Here’s what to know. Check out #BoostYourMood to beat the holiday blues. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Macy’s Reopens After Fatal Stabbing, Ski Mask Ban & Snow Day Plans full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aliya Schneider, politics and governing reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the reopening of Macy’s after two security guards were stabbed inside and City Council's move to ban ski masks in many public places. And, how to spend the perfect snow day in Philly. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Center City Macy’s reopens after fatal stabbing Philadelphia could soon have a ski mask ban. Here’s what to know. Check out #BoostYourMood to beat the holiday blues. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aliya Schneider, politics and governing reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the reopening of Macy’s after two security guards were stabbed inside and City Council's move to ban ski masks in many public places. And, how to spend the perfect snow day in Philly.


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]]> 895 How the Protest Outside of Goldie Went Viral https://philly.citycast.fm/ On Sunday, Pro-Palestinian marchers made a stop outside of the Israeli-style falafel restaurant Goldie in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. Their chants of “Goldie, Goldie, you can't hide, we charge you with genocide” were shared widely on social media. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro called the incident a “blatant act of antisemitism,” and scores of other elected officials also criticized the protesters, all the way up to the White House. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ernest Owens, editor of Eater Philly, to unpack how the protest unfolded and add context to this viral moment. Read Ernest's full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How the Protest Outside of Goldie Went Viral full City Cast On Sunday, Pro-Palestinian marchers made a stop outside of the Israeli-style falafel restaurant Goldie in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. Their chants of “Goldie, Goldie, you can't hide, we charge you with genocide” were shared widely on social media. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro called the incident a “blatant act of antisemitism,” and scores of other elected officials also criticized the protesters, all the way up to the White House. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ernest Owens, editor of Eater Philly, to unpack how the protest unfolded and add context to this viral moment. Read Ernest's full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. On Sunday, Pro-Palestinian marchers made a stop outside of the Israeli-style falafel restaurant Goldie in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. Their chants of “Goldie, Goldie, you can't hide, we charge you with genocide” were shared widely on social media. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro called the incident a “blatant act of antisemitism,” and scores of other elected officials also criticized the protesters, all the way up to the White House. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ernest Owens, editor of Eater Philly, to unpack how the protest unfolded and add context to this viral moment.


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]]> 811 How Philly’s Reparations Task Force Will Work https://philly.citycast.fm The Philadelphia Reparations Task Force is seeking members to study the impact of the institution of slavery on local residents, and to make recommendations for how the city can make amends. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Rashaun Williams and Breanna Moore, co-chairs of the Task Force and of the Philadelphia chapter of the National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America (N’COBRA PHL), about what this process could mean for Philly’s Black community. Apply to the Philadelphia Reparations Task Force here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Philly’s Reparations Task Force Will Work full City Cast The Philadelphia Reparations Task Force is seeking members to study the impact of the institution of slavery on local residents, and to make recommendations for how the city can make amends. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Rashaun Williams and Breanna Moore, co-chairs of the Task Force and of the Philadelphia chapter of the National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America (N’COBRA PHL), about what this process could mean for Philly’s Black community. Apply to the Philadelphia Reparations Task Force here.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Philadelphia Reparations Task Force is seeking members to study the impact of the institution of slavery on local residents, and to make recommendations for how the city can make amends. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Rashaun Williams and Breanna Moore, co-chairs of the Task Force and of the Philadelphia chapter of the National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations in America (N’COBRA PHL), about what this process could mean for Philly’s Black community.


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]]> 791 Can the ‘Ikea Boat’ Reinvent Itself? https://philly.citycast.fm Docked across the street from the Ikea in South Philly is a giant rusty ship called the SS United States. It was once a luxurious ocean liner, carrying movie stars and former U.S. presidents across the Atlantic Ocean. Think the Titanic — but bigger. However, since 1996 it’s been languishing in Philly. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ximena Conde, breaking news and general assignment reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about new plans to redevelop the SS United States and legal issues the ship’s owners will have to navigate to keep it afloat. Read Ximena's full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Can the ‘Ikea Boat’ Reinvent Itself? full City Cast Docked across the street from the Ikea in South Philly is a giant rusty ship called the SS United States. It was once a luxurious ocean liner, carrying movie stars and former U.S. presidents across the Atlantic Ocean. Think the Titanic — but bigger. However, since 1996 it’s been languishing in Philly. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ximena Conde, breaking news and general assignment reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about new plans to redevelop the SS United States and legal issues the ship’s owners will have to navigate to keep it afloat. Read Ximena's full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Docked across the street from the Ikea in South Philly is a giant rusty ship called the SS United States. It was once a luxurious ocean liner, carrying movie stars and former U.S. presidents across the Atlantic Ocean. Think the Titanic — but bigger. However, since 1996 it’s been languishing in Philly. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ximena Conde, breaking news and general assignment reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about new plans to redevelop the SS United States and legal issues the ship’s owners will have to navigate to keep it afloat.


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]]> 933 no Are Philly Businesses Exploiting Teen Workers? https://philly.citycast.fm Many teens work to help their families, or have some spending money. But there’s been a recent surge in complaints about child labor law violations in Pennsylvania, for infractions like giving young workers excessively long shifts or failing to give required breaks. In Philly, major companies like Five Below and Honeygrow are among the businesses hit with fines for breaking the law. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about what's driving these complaints, why some officials want to increase penalties for such violations, and how teens feel about the crackdown.  Read Meir’s story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Are Philly Businesses Exploiting Teen Workers? full City Cast Many teens work to help their families, or have some spending money. But there’s been a recent surge in complaints about child labor law violations in Pennsylvania, for infractions like giving young workers excessively long shifts or failing to give required breaks. In Philly, major companies like Five Below and Honeygrow are among the businesses hit with fines for breaking the law. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about what's driving these complaints, why some officials want to increase penalties for such violations, and how teens feel about the crackdown.  Read Meir’s story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Many teens work to help their families, or have some spending money. But there’s been a recent surge in complaints about child labor law violations in Pennsylvania, for infractions like giving young workers excessively long shifts or failing to give required breaks. In Philly, major companies like Five Below and Honeygrow are among the businesses hit with fines for breaking the law. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about what's driving these complaints, why some officials want to increase penalties for such violations, and how teens feel about the crackdown. 


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]]> 814 Philly's Next Top Cop, New Rocky Holiday & Jason Kelce Mural https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Philly’s next police commissioner, a new city holiday honoring Rocky Balboa, and how a local artist is honoring Philly sports stars. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Beatrice Forman, general assignment reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday episodes are powered by great local journalism:  How Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker landed on Kevin Bethel as her top cop Suburban police chiefs say they’re encouraged by Kevin Bethel’s upcoming appointment as Philly police commissioner Sylvester Stallone is coming to Philly for inaugural ‘Rocky Day’ Eagles’ Jason Kelce added to a mural featuring Jalen Hurts, Joel Embiid, and Bryce Harper in South Philly Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly!  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly's Next Top Cop, New Rocky Holiday & Jason Kelce Mural full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Philly’s next police commissioner, a new city holiday honoring Rocky Balboa, and how a local artist is honoring Philly sports stars. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Beatrice Forman, general assignment reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Our Friday episodes are powered by great local journalism:  How Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker landed on Kevin Bethel as her top cop Suburban police chiefs say they’re encouraged by Kevin Bethel’s upcoming appointment as Philly police commissioner Sylvester Stallone is coming to Philly for inaugural ‘Rocky Day’ Eagles’ Jason Kelce added to a mural featuring Jalen Hurts, Joel Embiid, and Bryce Harper in South Philly Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly!  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Philly’s next police commissioner, a new city holiday honoring Rocky Balboa, and how a local artist is honoring Philly sports stars. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Anna Orso, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Beatrice Forman, general assignment reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer.


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]]> 926 Your Guide to December in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re kicking off a new monthly episode where we share some of the coolest places to go and things to do in the city. Starting with December! The City Cast Philly team is here to share our recommendations for our favorite winter activities, ways to get creative, and places to take friends and family. Listen to the end to learn what our pick-of-the-month is! Activities Ice-skating at the RiverRink Winterfest or Dilworth Plaza Learn to ID trees on a winter walk with the Philadelphia Mycology Club Watch “Naughty and Nice” movies at the Philadelphia Film Society Relax at Island Spa in Edison, New Jersey Check out the MISSION Story Slam at National Mechanics in Old City Food & Drink  Tinsel for holiday cocktails Enswell and Willam Mulherin’s Sons for a bougie date night Prince Tea House to sip tea and be cozy Spice C for soup under $10 Holiday Shopping for Locally-Made Goods West Craft Fest HANDMADE x El Mercado Cultural Give Back Temple University Black Alumni Alliance Book Drive (the cutoff for this year's Christmas event is 12/1 but the group collects books year-round) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to December in Philly full City Cast We’re kicking off a new monthly episode where we share some of the coolest places to go and things to do in the city. Starting with December! The City Cast Philly team is here to share our recommendations for our favorite winter activities, ways to get creative, and places to take friends and family. Listen to the end to learn what our pick-of-the-month is! Activities Ice-skating at the RiverRink Winterfest or Dilworth Plaza Learn to ID trees on a winter walk with the Philadelphia Mycology Club Watch “Naughty and Nice” movies at the Philadelphia Film Society Relax at Island Spa in Edison, New Jersey Check out the MISSION Story Slam at National Mechanics in Old City Food & Drink  Tinsel for holiday cocktails Enswell and Willam Mulherin’s Sons for a bougie date night Prince Tea House to sip tea and be cozy Spice C for soup under $10 Holiday Shopping for Locally-Made Goods West Craft Fest HANDMADE x El Mercado Cultural Give Back Temple University Black Alumni Alliance Book Drive (the cutoff for this year's Christmas event is 12/1 but the group collects books year-round) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re kicking off a new monthly episode where we share some of the coolest places to go and things to do in the city. Starting with December! The City Cast Philly team is here to share our recommendations for our favorite winter activities, ways to get creative, and places to take friends and family. Listen to the end to learn what our pick-of-the-month is!

Activities


Food & Drink 


Holiday Shopping for Locally-Made Goods


Give Back


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]]> 1489 Philly’s Cafe Union Movement Hits Roadblocks https://philly.citycast.fm At least a half-dozen local Starbucks, and seven independent cafes or restaurants in Philly, have taken steps to unionize in the last couple of years. But recently, some local cafes where workers have formed unions have either closed down, or workers have voted to reject the union they joined. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workforce reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what drove this unionization movement and whether these setbacks are a sign that the "hot labor summer" is cooling off. Read Lizzy's most recent story about coffee shop unions here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Cafe Union Movement Hits Roadblocks full City Cast At least a half-dozen local Starbucks, and seven independent cafes or restaurants in Philly, have taken steps to unionize in the last couple of years. But recently, some local cafes where workers have formed unions have either closed down, or workers have voted to reject the union they joined. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workforce reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what drove this unionization movement and whether these setbacks are a sign that the "hot labor summer" is cooling off. Read Lizzy's most recent story about coffee shop unions here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. At least a half-dozen local Starbucks, and seven independent cafes or restaurants in Philly, have taken steps to unionize in the last couple of years. But recently, some local cafes where workers have formed unions have either closed down, or workers have voted to reject the union they joined. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workforce reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what drove this unionization movement and whether these setbacks are a sign that the "hot labor summer" is cooling off.


Read Lizzy's most recent story about coffee shop unions here.


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]]> 971 Best Tea (and Boba) in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Philly has a piping hot tea scene! Delicious versions of this internationally-loved beverage can be found around the city, from hole-in-the-wall spots in Chinatown to the Mary Cassatt Tea Room at The Rittenhouse Hotel. Get the scoop on these and other standout places to order tea from host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez.  Correction: Our guest misstated the name of one of the businesses in this episode. He meant to recommend Matcha Panda, not Matcha Matcha. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Best Tea (and Boba) in Philly full City Cast Philly has a piping hot tea scene! Delicious versions of this internationally-loved beverage can be found around the city, from hole-in-the-wall spots in Chinatown to the Mary Cassatt Tea Room at The Rittenhouse Hotel. Get the scoop on these and other standout places to order tea from host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez.  Correction: Our guest misstated the name of one of the businesses in this episode. He meant to recommend Matcha Panda, not Matcha Matcha. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly has a piping hot tea scene! Delicious versions of this internationally-loved beverage can be found around the city, from hole-in-the-wall spots in Chinatown to the Mary Cassatt Tea Room at The Rittenhouse Hotel. Get the scoop on these and other standout places to order tea from host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez. 

Correction: Our guest misstated the name of one of the businesses in this episode. He meant to recommend Matcha Panda, not Matcha Matcha.

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]]> 699 no Can Eagles Merch Save Philly's Newsstands? https://philly.citycast.fm/ There are fewer than 100 newsstands left in Philly. Thanks to a bill recently signed by Mayor Jim Kenney, these old-school street kiosks — known for selling newspapers and cigarettes — are now allowed to expand their retail offerings. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, about whether adding flowers and sports apparel will be enough to help keep these businesses afloat.  Read Jordan’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Can Eagles Merch Save Philly's Newsstands? full City Cast There are fewer than 100 newsstands left in Philly. Thanks to a bill recently signed by Mayor Jim Kenney, these old-school street kiosks — known for selling newspapers and cigarettes — are now allowed to expand their retail offerings. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, about whether adding flowers and sports apparel will be enough to help keep these businesses afloat.  Read Jordan’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There are fewer than 100 newsstands left in Philly. Thanks to a bill recently signed by Mayor Jim Kenney, these old-school street kiosks — known for selling newspapers and cigarettes — are now allowed to expand their retail offerings. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, about whether adding flowers and sports apparel will be enough to help keep these businesses afloat. 


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]]> 621 PHL Airport Hacks for the Holiday Season https://philly.citycast.fm/ Air travel during the holiday season is already stressful. On top of that, Philadelphia International Airport has a reputation for poor customer satisfaction. Earlier this year, it came in last place among similarly-sized airports in customer surveys conducted by the data analytics company J.D. Power. But is PHL really that bad? In this episode from October, the City Cast Philly team discusses the pros and cons of this and other local airports. We also share our hacks for your next trip through the terminals. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 22 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 PHL Airport Hacks for the Holiday Season full City Cast Air travel during the holiday season is already stressful. On top of that, Philadelphia International Airport has a reputation for poor customer satisfaction. Earlier this year, it came in last place among similarly-sized airports in customer surveys conducted by the data analytics company J.D. Power. But is PHL really that bad? In this episode from October, the City Cast Philly team discusses the pros and cons of this and other local airports. We also share our hacks for your next trip through the terminals. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Air travel during the holiday season is already stressful. On top of that, Philadelphia International Airport has a reputation for poor customer satisfaction. Earlier this year, it came in last place among similarly-sized airports in customer surveys conducted by the data analytics company J.D. Power. But is PHL really that bad? In this episode from October, the City Cast Philly team discusses the pros and cons of this and other local airports. We also share our hacks for your next trip through the terminals.


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]]> 1062 Best Holiday Shows of 2023 https://philly.citycast.fm From a special Cirque du Soleil performance to the annual light show at Macy's, Philly has no shortage of events to get you in a festive mood this season. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor, Charles Tyson Jr., about the perfect holiday entertainment itinerary. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Best Holiday Shows of 2023 full City Cast From a special Cirque du Soleil performance to the annual light show at Macy's, Philly has no shortage of events to get you in a festive mood this season. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor, Charles Tyson Jr., about the perfect holiday entertainment itinerary. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From a special Cirque du Soleil performance to the annual light show at Macy's, Philly has no shortage of events to get you in a festive mood this season. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor, Charles Tyson Jr., about the perfect holiday entertainment itinerary.


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]]> 729 Don’t Toss Your Thanksgiving Scraps, Remix Them https://philly.citycast.fm This holiday season, don’t throw out your leftovers! Instead, reduce how much food you toss by making a pumpkin pie milkshake or a Thanksgiving pizza. Host Trenae Nuri talks about reimagining food waste with Rachel Sherman, pastry chef and project manager of the Drexel Food Lab, and DeAndra Forde, Drexel University doctoral student and registered dietitian. Check out their recipe for strawberry-top jam in Grid Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Don’t Toss Your Thanksgiving Scraps, Remix Them full City Cast This holiday season, don’t throw out your leftovers! Instead, reduce how much food you toss by making a pumpkin pie milkshake or a Thanksgiving pizza. Host Trenae Nuri talks about reimagining food waste with Rachel Sherman, pastry chef and project manager of the Drexel Food Lab, and DeAndra Forde, Drexel University doctoral student and registered dietitian. Check out their recipe for strawberry-top jam in Grid Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This holiday season, don’t throw out your leftovers! Instead, reduce how much food you toss by making a pumpkin pie milkshake or a Thanksgiving pizza. Host Trenae Nuri talks about reimagining food waste with Rachel Sherman, pastry chef and project manager of the Drexel Food Lab, and DeAndra Forde, Drexel University doctoral student and registered dietitian.


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]]> 828 Philly Voter Turnout Increased, 911 Dispatch Problems & Holiday Shopping Plans https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss local and statewide voter turnout this general election and how understaffing at 911 call centers in Philly impacts emergency response times. Plus, how Philly is gearing up for holiday shopping this year. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphians plan to spend $1,842 on gifts, decor, and more this holiday season Philly voter turnout increased, but dropped in many Black and Hispanic precincts — and that could be a problem for Democrats in 2024 Philly dispatch problems deeper than Kingsessing error And, your Tip of the Week: How to navigate Philly as we head into Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Fri, 17 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly Voter Turnout Increased, 911 Dispatch Problems & Holiday Shopping Plans full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss local and statewide voter turnout this general election and how understaffing at 911 call centers in Philly impacts emergency response times. Plus, how Philly is gearing up for holiday shopping this year. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphians plan to spend $1,842 on gifts, decor, and more this holiday season Philly voter turnout increased, but dropped in many Black and Hispanic precincts — and that could be a problem for Democrats in 2024 Philly dispatch problems deeper than Kingsessing error And, your Tip of the Week: How to navigate Philly as we head into Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Julia Terruso, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss local and statewide voter turnout this general election and how understaffing at 911 call centers in Philly impacts emergency response times. Plus, how Philly is gearing up for holiday shopping this year.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


And, your Tip of the Week: How to navigate Philly as we head into Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend.


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]]> 1185 How a 311 Call Threatened The Colored Girls Museum https://philly.citycast.fm/ In Germantown, a three-story rowhome serves as both a private residence and the home of The Colored Girls Museum, an institution dedicated to celebrating art about ordinary Black womanhood. Since its founding in 2015, the museum has been written up in national magazines and received high-profile grants. But following an anonymous complaint to 311, its future is uncertain. It turns out the museum violates local zoning laws and can't keep operating in that location without special permission. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the museum's history and what’s next for this space. Read Aaron’s full store here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How a 311 Call Threatened The Colored Girls Museum full City Cast In Germantown, a three-story rowhome serves as both a private residence and the home of The Colored Girls Museum, an institution dedicated to celebrating art about ordinary Black womanhood. Since its founding in 2015, the museum has been written up in national magazines and received high-profile grants. But following an anonymous complaint to 311, its future is uncertain. It turns out the museum violates local zoning laws and can't keep operating in that location without special permission. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the museum's history and what’s next for this space. Read Aaron’s full store here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In Germantown, a three-story rowhome serves as both a private residence and the home of The Colored Girls Museum, an institution dedicated to celebrating art about ordinary Black womanhood. Since its founding in 2015, the museum has been written up in national magazines and received high-profile grants. But following an anonymous complaint to 311, its future is uncertain. It turns out the museum violates local zoning laws and can't keep operating in that location without special permission. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the museum's history and what’s next for this space.


Read Aaron’s full store here.


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]]> 723 Philly's Bus Terminal Forced to Move...Again https://philly.citycast.fm Since Philadelphia’s bus depot closed this summer, travelers riding with Greyhound, Peter Pan, and other major carriers have had to wait outside for buses near 6th and Market Streets, alongside curbside companies like Megabus. This area has no dedicated bathrooms, seating, or shelter for passengers. This week, the city is moving the bus stop again, to yet another temporary curbside location in a different neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who explains how the city lost its intercity bus station and argues that a form of transit so many people use deserves more respect. Read Inga's past coverage of shelterless intercity buses here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly's Bus Terminal Forced to Move...Again full City Cast Since Philadelphia’s bus depot closed this summer, travelers riding with Greyhound, Peter Pan, and other major carriers have had to wait outside for buses near 6th and Market Streets, alongside curbside companies like Megabus. This area has no dedicated bathrooms, seating, or shelter for passengers. This week, the city is moving the bus stop again, to yet another temporary curbside location in a different neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who explains how the city lost its intercity bus station and argues that a form of transit so many people use deserves more respect. Read Inga's past coverage of shelterless intercity buses here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Since Philadelphia’s bus depot closed this summer, travelers riding with Greyhound, Peter Pan, and other major carriers have had to wait outside for buses near 6th and Market Streets, alongside curbside companies like Megabus. This area has no dedicated bathrooms, seating, or shelter for passengers. This week, the city is moving the bus stop again, to yet another temporary curbside location in a different neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who explains how the city lost its intercity bus station and argues that a form of transit so many people use deserves more respect.


Read Inga's past coverage of shelterless intercity buses here and here.


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]]> 1041 Philly’s Best Donuts https://philly.citycast.fm It seems like every few weeks there’s a new donut spot popping up in Philly. This month, Dottie’s Donuts is opening a fourth location for its vegan treats in Fishtown. So we wanted to break down the best places to try these deep-fried delights. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez, who shares a dozen recommendations for must-try crullers, fritters, and creme-filled pastries in our region. Check out all of Dave's recommendations on his food IG: https://www.instagram.com/feedingtimetv/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Best Donuts full City Cast It seems like every few weeks there’s a new donut spot popping up in Philly. This month, Dottie’s Donuts is opening a fourth location for its vegan treats in Fishtown. So we wanted to break down the best places to try these deep-fried delights. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez, who shares a dozen recommendations for must-try crullers, fritters, and creme-filled pastries in our region. Check out all of Dave's recommendations on his food IG: https://www.instagram.com/feedingtimetv/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It seems like every few weeks there’s a new donut spot popping up in Philly. This month, Dottie’s Donuts is opening a fourth location for its vegan treats in Fishtown. So we wanted to break down the best places to try these deep-fried delights. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez, who shares a dozen recommendations for must-try crullers, fritters, and creme-filled pastries in our region.


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]]> 911 Why More Philly Businesses Are Hiring Armed Guards https://philly.citycast.fm More businesses, event spaces, and religious institutions in Philly are hiring armed guards to stand watch. Patrons say the practice makes them feel safer, but critics say that the training required to become a private security guard is nowhere close to what a sworn law enforcement officer receives. Plus, it can be jarring to see someone openly carrying an assault rifle at your local gas station or cheesesteak restaurant. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Mensah Dean, staff writer at The Trace, a non-profit newsroom covering gun violence, about what's driving the rise of these hired guns in Philly. Read Mensah's full story: As Philadelphia Struggles to Hire Cops, More Businesses Are Turning to Private Armed Guards Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why More Philly Businesses Are Hiring Armed Guards full City Cast More businesses, event spaces, and religious institutions in Philly are hiring armed guards to stand watch. Patrons say the practice makes them feel safer, but critics say that the training required to become a private security guard is nowhere close to what a sworn law enforcement officer receives. Plus, it can be jarring to see someone openly carrying an assault rifle at your local gas station or cheesesteak restaurant. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Mensah Dean, staff writer at The Trace, a non-profit newsroom covering gun violence, about what's driving the rise of these hired guns in Philly. Read Mensah's full story: As Philadelphia Struggles to Hire Cops, More Businesses Are Turning to Private Armed Guards Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. More businesses, event spaces, and religious institutions in Philly are hiring armed guards to stand watch. Patrons say the practice makes them feel safer, but critics say that the training required to become a private security guard is nowhere close to what a sworn law enforcement officer receives. Plus, it can be jarring to see someone openly carrying an assault rifle at your local gas station or cheesesteak restaurant. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Mensah Dean, staff writer at The Trace, a non-profit newsroom covering gun violence, about what's driving the rise of these hired guns in Philly.


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]]> 809 Parker's Transition Team, Johnny Doc Trial & New Police Union President https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Brennan, political reporter and writer of the Philadelphia Inquirer's Clout column, Marco Cerino, reporter at the Philadelphia Tribune, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They react to the news that the city is once again moving the bus drop-off/pick-up location for several major carriers. Then, they discuss what’s next for Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker. Plus, the police union is getting a new president and what we know about the embezzlement trial of former union leader John Dougherty, aka "Johnny Doc." Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly changes bus stop location for Megabus, Greyhound, other carriers  Democrat Cherelle Parker will become Philadelphia’s first female mayor Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker begins the transition process by vowing to fix Philly’s ‘hope deficit’ Philly's FOP elects its first Black president Ex-union head John Dougherty’s embezzlement trial starts this week. He could get jail time. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly ! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Parker's Transition Team, Johnny Doc Trial & New Police Union President full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Brennan, political reporter and writer of the Philadelphia Inquirer's Clout column, Marco Cerino, reporter at the Philadelphia Tribune, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They react to the news that the city is once again moving the bus drop-off/pick-up location for several major carriers. Then, they discuss what’s next for Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker. Plus, the police union is getting a new president and what we know about the embezzlement trial of former union leader John Dougherty, aka "Johnny Doc." Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly changes bus stop location for Megabus, Greyhound, other carriers  Democrat Cherelle Parker will become Philadelphia’s first female mayor Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker begins the transition process by vowing to fix Philly’s ‘hope deficit’ Philly's FOP elects its first Black president Ex-union head John Dougherty’s embezzlement trial starts this week. He could get jail time. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly ! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Brennan, political reporter and writer of the Philadelphia Inquirer's Clout column, Marco Cerino, reporter at the Philadelphia Tribune, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They react to the news that the city is once again moving the bus drop-off/pick-up location for several major carriers. Then, they discuss what’s next for Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker. Plus, the police union is getting a new president and what we know about the embezzlement trial of former union leader John Dougherty, aka "Johnny Doc."

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]]> 1145 One Man’s Quest To Change the PPA https://philly.citycast.fm The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA), best known for doling out parking tickets and periodic corruption scandals, is hoping to cultivate a new image by focusing on quality-of-life issues. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Rich Lazer, executive director of the PPA, about his first year in that role and his vision for the agency. And, Lazer answers questions from our Hey Philly newsletter readers about their parking woes. Reach out to the PPA directly about a parking concern in your neighborhood by emailing EngagePPA@philapark.org. Listen back to our previous episode, “The Unwritten Rules of Philly Parking,” here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 One Man’s Quest To Change the PPA full City Cast The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA), best known for doling out parking tickets and periodic corruption scandals, is hoping to cultivate a new image by focusing on quality-of-life issues. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Rich Lazer, executive director of the PPA, about his first year in that role and his vision for the agency. And, Lazer answers questions from our Hey Philly newsletter readers about their parking woes. Reach out to the PPA directly about a parking concern in your neighborhood by emailing EngagePPA@philapark.org. Listen back to our previous episode, “The Unwritten Rules of Philly Parking,” here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA), best known for doling out parking tickets and periodic corruption scandals, is hoping to cultivate a new image by focusing on quality-of-life issues. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Rich Lazer, executive director of the PPA, about his first year in that role and his vision for the agency. And, Lazer answers questions from our Hey Philly newsletter readers about their parking woes.


Reach out to the PPA directly about a parking concern in your neighborhood by emailing EngagePPA@philapark.org.


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]]> 871 Election Results Are In! Cherelle Parker Is Philly’s Next Mayor https://philly.citycast.fm/ Cherelle Parker will be the 100th mayor of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you this and other up-to-date results of the 2023 general election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, upsets, and context for the most important local and statewide races this year. Check out the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ website here for rolling election results. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:46:12 -0000 Election Results Are In! Cherelle Parker Is Philly’s Next Mayor full City Cast Cherelle Parker will be the 100th mayor of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you this and other up-to-date results of the 2023 general election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, upsets, and context for the most important local and statewide races this year. Check out the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ website here for rolling election results. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Cherelle Parker will be the 100th mayor of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you this and other up-to-date results of the 2023 general election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, upsets, and context for the most important local and statewide races this year.


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]]> 1001 Things You Didn’t Know Are Illegal in Pennsylvania https://philly.citycast.fm This Election Day, we're taking a look back at some of the weirdest local and state laws previous generations of elected officials have put on the books. Did you know it's illegal to make a profit from fortune-telling, or to fish with your bare hands in Pennsylvania? Back in July, host Trenae Nuri spoke with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA, about where these laws come from and what impact they have today. Read Harrison's original story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Things You Didn’t Know Are Illegal in Pennsylvania full City Cast This Election Day, we're taking a look back at some of the weirdest local and state laws previous generations of elected officials have put on the books. Did you know it's illegal to make a profit from fortune-telling, or to fish with your bare hands in Pennsylvania? Back in July, host Trenae Nuri spoke with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA, about where these laws come from and what impact they have today. Read Harrison's original story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This Election Day, we're taking a look back at some of the weirdest local and state laws previous generations of elected officials have put on the books. Did you know it's illegal to make a profit from fortune-telling, or to fish with your bare hands in Pennsylvania? Back in July, host Trenae Nuri spoke with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA, about where these laws come from and what impact they have today.


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]]> 869 Your Last-Minute 2023 Election Guide https://philly.citycast.fm/ Tomorrow is Election Day! If you need to catch up fast, we’ve got your guide to the most important and competitive races on the ballot, from Philadelphia City Council to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA. Get more detailed information on who’s running: Spotlight PA’s Voting Guide 2023 Your guide to the Philly mayor's race and the Nov. 7 election And, check out how to make your selection and vote in-person in this morning’s Hey Philly newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Your Last-Minute 2023 Election Guide full City Cast Tomorrow is Election Day! If you need to catch up fast, we’ve got your guide to the most important and competitive races on the ballot, from Philadelphia City Council to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA. Get more detailed information on who’s running: Spotlight PA’s Voting Guide 2023 Your guide to the Philly mayor's race and the Nov. 7 election And, check out how to make your selection and vote in-person in this morning’s Hey Philly newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tomorrow is Election Day! If you need to catch up fast, we’ve got your guide to the most important and competitive races on the ballot, from Philadelphia City Council to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA.


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]]> 1184 Juvenile Jail Overcrowding, Harriet Tubman Statue Design, Ice Cream Shops Closing https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of the local arts blog Streets Dept. They discuss problems at Philadelphia’s juvenile jail, the artist selected to design Philly’s Harriet Tubman statue, and the closing of local frozen treat businesses Weckerly's Ice Cream and Lil Pop Shop. Our Friday shows are powered by great local journalism:  Disturbing new photos inside Philly’s juvenile jail show kids sleeping on floors in crowded, filthy cells City Announces Winning Artist Selected to Create Permanent Harriet Tubman Statue Design for Philly’s new Harriet Tubman statue unveiled Weckerly's Ice Cream, Lil Pop Shop to close in December And, get involved: Love Your Park Fall Weekend Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at (215) 259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Juvenile Jail Overcrowding, Harriet Tubman Statue Design, Ice Cream Shops Closing full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of the local arts blog Streets Dept. They discuss problems at Philadelphia’s juvenile jail, the artist selected to design Philly’s Harriet Tubman statue, and the closing of local frozen treat businesses Weckerly's Ice Cream and Lil Pop Shop. Our Friday shows are powered by great local journalism:  Disturbing new photos inside Philly’s juvenile jail show kids sleeping on floors in crowded, filthy cells City Announces Winning Artist Selected to Create Permanent Harriet Tubman Statue Design for Philly’s new Harriet Tubman statue unveiled Weckerly's Ice Cream, Lil Pop Shop to close in December And, get involved: Love Your Park Fall Weekend Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at (215) 259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of the local arts blog Streets Dept. They discuss problems at Philadelphia’s juvenile jail, the artist selected to design Philly’s Harriet Tubman statue, and the closing of local frozen treat businesses Weckerly's Ice Cream and Lil Pop Shop.


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]]> 1249 Philly Mayoral Candidate Interview: Cherelle Parker https://philly.citycast.fm/ In our second interview with Philly’s mayoral candidates, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Democrat Cherelle Parker. Hear about Parker's plans if elected, what Philadelphia experiences molded her, and what some of her favorite places in the city are. Read more about Cherelle Parker’s campaign here. And, check out news coverage about the candidate: Who Is Cherelle Parker? Cherelle Parker is proud of her West Oak Lane roots. As mayor, could she save Philly’s ‘middle neighborhoods’? Cherelle Parker on the Sixers arena, the next police commissioner, and the situation in Kensington ICYMI, listen to our earlier interview with GOP candidate David Oh. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Mayoral Candidate Interview: Cherelle Parker full City Cast In our second interview with Philly’s mayoral candidates, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Democrat Cherelle Parker. Hear about Parker's plans if elected, what Philadelphia experiences molded her, and what some of her favorite places in the city are. Read more about Cherelle Parker’s campaign here. And, check out news coverage about the candidate: Who Is Cherelle Parker? Cherelle Parker is proud of her West Oak Lane roots. As mayor, could she save Philly’s ‘middle neighborhoods’? Cherelle Parker on the Sixers arena, the next police commissioner, and the situation in Kensington ICYMI, listen to our earlier interview with GOP candidate David Oh. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In our second interview with Philly’s mayoral candidates, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Democrat Cherelle Parker. Hear about Parker's plans if elected, what Philadelphia experiences molded her, and what some of her favorite places in the city are.


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]]> 1120 Philly Mayoral Candidate Interview: David Oh https://philly.citycast.fm/ On November 7, Philadelphians will select the city’s 100th mayor. This week, we're hearing from both candidates to get to know them better and help you make your choice. On today's episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Republican candidate David Oh about his record, plans, and his favorite spots in Philly. Visit David Oh’s campaign website here. Read more news coverage about the candidate: David Oh isn’t a typical Republican. He likes it that way. Who Is David Oh? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Mayoral Candidate Interview: David Oh full City Cast On November 7, Philadelphians will select the city’s 100th mayor. This week, we're hearing from both candidates to get to know them better and help you make your choice. On today's episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Republican candidate David Oh about his record, plans, and his favorite spots in Philly. Visit David Oh’s campaign website here. Read more news coverage about the candidate: David Oh isn’t a typical Republican. He likes it that way. Who Is David Oh? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. On November 7, Philadelphians will select the city’s 100th mayor. This week, we're hearing from both candidates to get to know them better and help you make your choice. On today's episode, host Trenae Nuri chats with Republican candidate David Oh about his record, plans, and his favorite spots in Philly.


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]]> 1006 What's the 'Brotherly Shove,' and Should the Eagles Trademark It? https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you've watched a Philadelphia Eagles game this season, you may have seen quarterback Jalen Hurts surging through a pile of players to advance the ball a yard or two, or even score a touchdown. That critical game play has been dubbed the ‘Brotherly Shove’ or ‘Tush Push.’ This month, the Eagles filed a trademark application to have the exclusive rights to sell shirts and other apparel with the phrase 'Brotherly Shove' on them. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John George, senior reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, about the origins of the phrase and why local sports teams and players are trying to monetize their catchphrases. Read more about this story:  Philadelphia Eagles file for 'Brotherly Shove' trademark to secure rights for merchandise The Eagles’ unstoppable ‘Brotherly Shove’ is the talk of the NFL. Where’d the name come from? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What's the 'Brotherly Shove,' and Should the Eagles Trademark It? full City Cast If you've watched a Philadelphia Eagles game this season, you may have seen quarterback Jalen Hurts surging through a pile of players to advance the ball a yard or two, or even score a touchdown. That critical game play has been dubbed the ‘Brotherly Shove’ or ‘Tush Push.’ This month, the Eagles filed a trademark application to have the exclusive rights to sell shirts and other apparel with the phrase 'Brotherly Shove' on them. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John George, senior reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, about the origins of the phrase and why local sports teams and players are trying to monetize their catchphrases. Read more about this story:  Philadelphia Eagles file for 'Brotherly Shove' trademark to secure rights for merchandise The Eagles’ unstoppable ‘Brotherly Shove’ is the talk of the NFL. Where’d the name come from? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you've watched a Philadelphia Eagles game this season, you may have seen quarterback Jalen Hurts surging through a pile of players to advance the ball a yard or two, or even score a touchdown. That critical game play has been dubbed the ‘Brotherly Shove’ or ‘Tush Push.’ This month, the Eagles filed a trademark application to have the exclusive rights to sell shirts and other apparel with the phrase 'Brotherly Shove' on them. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John George, senior reporter at the Philadelphia Business Journal, about the origins of the phrase and why local sports teams and players are trying to monetize their catchphrases.


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]]> 858 Local Universities Struggle To Message Around Israel-Hamas War https://philly.citycast.fm When leaders at the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers University released statements about violent attacks in Israel and Gaza, they got mixed reviews. While some students, faculty, and alumni welcomed their words, others protested or threatened to cancel their donations. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Karin Fischer, senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, about the backlash to these statements and how higher education leaders grapple with communication around divisive issues. Read Karin's full story on how higher education institutions are addressing the conflict here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Local Universities Struggle To Message Around Israel-Hamas War full City Cast When leaders at the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers University released statements about violent attacks in Israel and Gaza, they got mixed reviews. While some students, faculty, and alumni welcomed their words, others protested or threatened to cancel their donations. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Karin Fischer, senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, about the backlash to these statements and how higher education leaders grapple with communication around divisive issues. Read Karin's full story on how higher education institutions are addressing the conflict here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. When leaders at the University of Pennsylvania and Rutgers University released statements about violent attacks in Israel and Gaza, they got mixed reviews. While some students, faculty, and alumni welcomed their words, others protested or threatened to cancel their donations. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Karin Fischer, senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, about the backlash to these statements and how higher education leaders grapple with communication around divisive issues.


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]]> 917 Mayoral Debate Highlights, Wawa Pizza Review, and a Phillies Postmortem https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Brennan, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer and O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune. They discuss what happened at the only debate between Philadelphia mayoral candidates Cherelle Parker and David Oh, how to cope with the Phillies' loss by getting excited about Eagles season, and Wawa pizza.  Our Friday shows are powered by great local journalism:  Philly mayoral debate recap: Cherelle Parker and David Oh talk crime, year-round schooling, new 76ers arena Eagles win in Kelly Green Check out our episode on Philly's pizza scene here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 27 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Mayoral Debate Highlights, Wawa Pizza Review, and a Phillies Postmortem full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Brennan, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer and O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune. They discuss what happened at the only debate between Philadelphia mayoral candidates Cherelle Parker and David Oh, how to cope with the Phillies' loss by getting excited about Eagles season, and Wawa pizza.  Our Friday shows are powered by great local journalism:  Philly mayoral debate recap: Cherelle Parker and David Oh talk crime, year-round schooling, new 76ers arena Eagles win in Kelly Green Check out our episode on Philly's pizza scene here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Brennan, political reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer and O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune. They discuss what happened at the only debate between Philadelphia mayoral candidates Cherelle Parker and David Oh, how to cope with the Phillies' loss by getting excited about Eagles season, and Wawa pizza. 


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]]> 1313 Candy Corn to Dubble Bubble: Grading Philly's Best Candies https://philly.citycast.fm/ Did you know candy corn was most likely invented in Philly? And that bubble gum, specifically Dubble Bubble, definitely was? In honor of Halloween, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly’s food contributor Dave Wez (@feedtingtimetv) unwrap the stories of iconic candies that have roots in our region, and then grade them. If you liked this episode, check out our earlier guide ranking other Philly-made treats, such as Tastykakes, Peanut Chews, and water ice. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Candy Corn to Dubble Bubble: Grading Philly's Best Candies full City Cast Did you know candy corn was most likely invented in Philly? And that bubble gum, specifically Dubble Bubble, definitely was? In honor of Halloween, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly’s food contributor Dave Wez (@feedtingtimetv) unwrap the stories of iconic candies that have roots in our region, and then grade them. If you liked this episode, check out our earlier guide ranking other Philly-made treats, such as Tastykakes, Peanut Chews, and water ice. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Did you know candy corn was most likely invented in Philly? And that bubble gum, specifically Dubble Bubble, definitely was? In honor of Halloween, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly’s food contributor Dave Wez (@feedtingtimetv) unwrap the stories of iconic candies that have roots in our region, and then grade them.


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]]> 780 How More Trees Could Make Philly Healthier On some Philly blocks, there's a tree in front of every home. On others, there are no trees, only concrete. Philly recently won $12 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand tree cover in the city. This money will go toward the city's new tree plan, a 10-year roadmap for making Philly greener, cooler, and healthier. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kristine Gonnella, managing director of strategy development at the Public Health Management Corporation, about why Philly made this plan and how more trees are associated with a range of benefits, from lowering rates of asthma to reducing gun violence. Learn more about Philly’s Tree Plan here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How More Trees Could Make Philly Healthier full City Cast On some Philly blocks, there's a tree in front of every home. On others, there are no trees, only concrete. Philly recently won $12 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand tree cover in the city. This money will go toward the city's new tree plan, a 10-year roadmap for making Philly greener, cooler, and healthier. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kristine Gonnella, managing director of strategy development at the Public Health Management Corporation, about why Philly made this plan and how more trees are associated with a range of benefits, from lowering rates of asthma to reducing gun violence. Learn more about Philly’s Tree Plan here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. On some Philly blocks, there's a tree in front of every home. On others, there are no trees, only concrete. Philly recently won $12 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand tree cover in the city. This money will go toward the city's new tree plan, a 10-year roadmap for making Philly greener, cooler, and healthier. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kristine Gonnella, managing director of strategy development at the Public Health Management Corporation, about why Philly made this plan and how more trees are associated with a range of benefits, from lowering rates of asthma to reducing gun violence.


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]]> 738 Best Last-Minute Philly Halloween Costumes https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you don’t have a Halloween costume picked out yet, don’t worry. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz are here to help you find the perfect last-minute getup, Philly-style. From Wally, the emotional support alligator, to U.S. Senator John Fetterman, we've got DIY-able ideas you can pull off at your next party! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Best Last-Minute Philly Halloween Costumes full City Cast If you don’t have a Halloween costume picked out yet, don’t worry. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz are here to help you find the perfect last-minute getup, Philly-style. From Wally, the emotional support alligator, to U.S. Senator John Fetterman, we've got DIY-able ideas you can pull off at your next party! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you don’t have a Halloween costume picked out yet, don’t worry. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz are here to help you find the perfect last-minute getup, Philly-style. From Wally, the emotional support alligator, to U.S. Senator John Fetterman, we've got DIY-able ideas you can pull off at your next party!


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]]> 1138 Can One Person Close a Philly Charter School? https://philly.citycast.fm/ School closure turmoil is not new in Philly, but what happened recently at the Math, Civics and Sciences Charter School in Callowhill is unusual. Students and parents got a shock when the school’s founder, Veronica Joyner, announced she was retiring and shutting down the school at the end of the academic year. Students walked out in protest, and parents are scrambling to find new placements for their children. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Maddie Hanna, education reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about what went down and whether one administrator has the ability to shut down a school. Read more about this story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 23 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Can One Person Close a Philly Charter School? full City Cast School closure turmoil is not new in Philly, but what happened recently at the Math, Civics and Sciences Charter School in Callowhill is unusual. Students and parents got a shock when the school’s founder, Veronica Joyner, announced she was retiring and shutting down the school at the end of the academic year. Students walked out in protest, and parents are scrambling to find new placements for their children. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Maddie Hanna, education reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about what went down and whether one administrator has the ability to shut down a school. Read more about this story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. School closure turmoil is not new in Philly, but what happened recently at the Math, Civics and Sciences Charter School in Callowhill is unusual. Students and parents got a shock when the school’s founder, Veronica Joyner, announced she was retiring and shutting down the school at the end of the academic year. Students walked out in protest, and parents are scrambling to find new placements for their children. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Maddie Hanna, education reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about what went down and whether one administrator has the ability to shut down a school.


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]]> 894 Catalytic Converter Ring Sting, Mütter Museum Meeting & Eating Organ Meat https://philly.citycast.fm/ It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY. They discuss how law enforcement finally cracked a multimillion dollar catalytic converter theft ring, and share updates from the Mütter Museum’s first community feedback meeting. Plus, why one Philly doctor isn’t just saying to eat your veggies, but your animal organ meats, too.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  How investigators cracked a multimillion-dollar catalytic converter theft ring After recent backlash, community members weigh in on Mütter Museum’s future This Philadelphia doctor wants you to consider eating animal organs Nominate an Outstanding Educator to be Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 20 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Catalytic Converter Ring Sting, Mütter Museum Meeting & Eating Organ Meat full City Cast It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY. They discuss how law enforcement finally cracked a multimillion dollar catalytic converter theft ring, and share updates from the Mütter Museum’s first community feedback meeting. Plus, why one Philly doctor isn’t just saying to eat your veggies, but your animal organ meats, too.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  How investigators cracked a multimillion-dollar catalytic converter theft ring After recent backlash, community members weigh in on Mütter Museum’s future This Philadelphia doctor wants you to consider eating animal organs Nominate an Outstanding Educator to be Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY. They discuss how law enforcement finally cracked a multimillion dollar catalytic converter theft ring, and share updates from the Mütter Museum’s first community feedback meeting. Plus, why one Philly doctor isn’t just saying to eat your veggies, but your animal organ meats, too. 

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]]> 1306 Have You Been to These Unexpected Philly Landmarks? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Visitors to Philly often go see the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and, of course, go eat a cheesesteak. But these destinations can feel a little bit cliched when there is so much more to explore in our city. Back in July, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about what he recommends you should check out in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Have You Been to These Unexpected Philly Landmarks? full City Cast Visitors to Philly often go see the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and, of course, go eat a cheesesteak. But these destinations can feel a little bit cliched when there is so much more to explore in our city. Back in July, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about what he recommends you should check out in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Visitors to Philly often go see the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and, of course, go eat a cheesesteak. But these destinations can feel a little bit cliched when there is so much more to explore in our city. Back in July, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about what he recommends you should check out in Philly.


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]]> 1141 The Rebirth of the PES Refinery Site https://philly.citycast.fm/ Back in 2019, massive explosions shut down Philadelphia Energy Solutions, what had been the largest and oldest oil refinery on the East Coast. Now, there’s plans to build a business hub for e-commerce and life sciences on this spot, creating as many as 19,000 jobs. But accessing this 1,300 acre plant can be difficult. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who says the developer and city officials need to connect it to the city if they want the hub to reach its full transformational potential. Read Inga’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Rebirth of the PES Refinery Site full City Cast Back in 2019, massive explosions shut down Philadelphia Energy Solutions, what had been the largest and oldest oil refinery on the East Coast. Now, there’s plans to build a business hub for e-commerce and life sciences on this spot, creating as many as 19,000 jobs. But accessing this 1,300 acre plant can be difficult. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who says the developer and city officials need to connect it to the city if they want the hub to reach its full transformational potential. Read Inga’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Back in 2019, massive explosions shut down Philadelphia Energy Solutions, what had been the largest and oldest oil refinery on the East Coast. Now, there’s plans to build a business hub for e-commerce and life sciences on this spot, creating as many as 19,000 jobs. But accessing this 1,300 acre plant can be difficult. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, who says the developer and city officials need to connect it to the city if they want the hub to reach its full transformational potential.


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]]> 1045 8 Soups To Try in Philly Right Now https://philly.citycast.fm/ From wonton to French onion, ramen to matzoh ball, it’s soup season! Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wesolowski (@feedingtimetv) about his top favorite soups you’ve got to order and eat this fall. Plus, we'll be putting the list and a couple of bonus recommendations in our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Be sure to check it out! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 8 Soups To Try in Philly Right Now full City Cast From wonton to French onion, ramen to matzoh ball, it’s soup season! Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wesolowski (@feedingtimetv) about his top favorite soups you’ve got to order and eat this fall. Plus, we'll be putting the list and a couple of bonus recommendations in our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Be sure to check it out! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From wonton to French onion, ramen to matzoh ball, it’s soup season! Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wesolowski (@feedingtimetv) about his top favorite soups you’ve got to order and eat this fall. Plus, we'll be putting the list and a couple of bonus recommendations in our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Be sure to check it out!


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]]> 571 Despite Vision Zero, Philly Traffic Deaths Persist https://philly.citycast.fm/ Seven years ago, Philadelphia signed onto a plan called Vision Zero, a commitment to eliminate traffic deaths in the city. But 124 people died on our roads last year, dozens more than the average death toll when we started this plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance reporter Ben Seal about which parts of Vision Zero are working, and why the city is still falling far short of its goal. Read Ben’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Despite Vision Zero, Philly Traffic Deaths Persist full City Cast Seven years ago, Philadelphia signed onto a plan called Vision Zero, a commitment to eliminate traffic deaths in the city. But 124 people died on our roads last year, dozens more than the average death toll when we started this plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance reporter Ben Seal about which parts of Vision Zero are working, and why the city is still falling far short of its goal. Read Ben’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Seven years ago, Philadelphia signed onto a plan called Vision Zero, a commitment to eliminate traffic deaths in the city. But 124 people died on our roads last year, dozens more than the average death toll when we started this plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance reporter Ben Seal about which parts of Vision Zero are working, and why the city is still falling far short of its goal.


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]]> 856 Philly’s Downtown Resurgence, Temple's Brewing Labor Battle & $10 Pet Adoptions It’s the Friday news roundup! We hear about how Philly’s downtown is coming back post-pandemic, another labor battle brewing at Temple University, and why ACCT Philly wants your help clearing out their animal shelters. Lead producer Laura Benshoff is joined by Sidney Rochnik, assistant news editor at Temple News, Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY, and Sarah Barnett, executive director of ACCT Philly. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia ranks No. 5 in the nation for downtown foot traffic recovery since 2019 TAUP rallies for new contract at Temple ACCT Philly ‘forced to euthanize' dogs due to lack of space, asks for public's help You can visit ACCT Philly’s website for pet adoption information here. These are the dogs and cats need to be adopted out quickly or they will be euthanized. For more information about scheduling a free mammogram, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Downtown Resurgence, Temple's Brewing Labor Battle & $10 Pet Adoptions full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! We hear about how Philly’s downtown is coming back post-pandemic, another labor battle brewing at Temple University, and why ACCT Philly wants your help clearing out their animal shelters. Lead producer Laura Benshoff is joined by Sidney Rochnik, assistant news editor at Temple News, Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY, and Sarah Barnett, executive director of ACCT Philly. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia ranks No. 5 in the nation for downtown foot traffic recovery since 2019 TAUP rallies for new contract at Temple ACCT Philly ‘forced to euthanize' dogs due to lack of space, asks for public's help You can visit ACCT Philly’s website for pet adoption information here. These are the dogs and cats need to be adopted out quickly or they will be euthanized. For more information about scheduling a free mammogram, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news roundup! We hear about how Philly’s downtown is coming back post-pandemic, another labor battle brewing at Temple University, and why ACCT Philly wants your help clearing out their animal shelters. Lead producer Laura Benshoff is joined by Sidney Rochnik, assistant news editor at Temple News, Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY, and Sarah Barnett, executive director of ACCT Philly.


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]]> 1236 Where Can Philly Kids Be Kids? https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you follow the news, our city can seem like a bad place to grow up. There are tons of headlines about the toll of gun violence, or how young people have fewer safe places they can go to just be kids. But there are local groups working every day to change that narrative. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shawna Smith, founder and owner of A Chance At Life Inc., and Prentice Boone, founder of the Junior Barber Academy, about what it takes to run an organization aimed at helping youth in Philadelphia. They also discuss how they create space and mentorship opportunities for young people, from bowling nights to barbering classes. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Where Can Philly Kids Be Kids? full City Cast If you follow the news, our city can seem like a bad place to grow up. There are tons of headlines about the toll of gun violence, or how young people have fewer safe places they can go to just be kids. But there are local groups working every day to change that narrative. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shawna Smith, founder and owner of A Chance At Life Inc., and Prentice Boone, founder of the Junior Barber Academy, about what it takes to run an organization aimed at helping youth in Philadelphia. They also discuss how they create space and mentorship opportunities for young people, from bowling nights to barbering classes. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you follow the news, our city can seem like a bad place to grow up. There are tons of headlines about the toll of gun violence, or how young people have fewer safe places they can go to just be kids. But there are local groups working every day to change that narrative. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shawna Smith, founder and owner of A Chance At Life Inc., and Prentice Boone, founder of the Junior Barber Academy, about what it takes to run an organization aimed at helping youth in Philadelphia. They also discuss how they create space and mentorship opportunities for young people, from bowling nights to barbering classes.


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]]> 1032 The Mütter Museum’s Ethical Drama https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Mütter is Philly’s iconic medical history museum. More than 100,000 visitors come every year to see displays like Albert Einstein's brain or an enormous human colon. But these exhibits involve real remains, many obtained years ago through grave robbing or other shady practices. Now, the museum is taking a new look at whether their display is ethical. Reexamining the collection, however, has sparked a backlash from the museum's fans. City Cast Philly’s Laura Benshoff talks with Malcolm Burnley, freelance reporter for Philadelphia Magazine, about the controversy and why many museums are changing their approach to exhibiting human remains right now. Correction: In this episode, our guest says the museum is still reevaluating its online content involving human remains, and putting some of it back online. Executive Director Kate Quinn recently told WHYY that they have finished this process and re-uploaded all of the displays that they plan to. Check out Malcolm's Philadelphia Magazine story on the Mütter Museum here. RSVP to the Mütter Museum's Town Hall on October 17 here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Mütter Museum’s Ethical Drama full City Cast The Mütter is Philly’s iconic medical history museum. More than 100,000 visitors come every year to see displays like Albert Einstein's brain or an enormous human colon. But these exhibits involve real remains, many obtained years ago through grave robbing or other shady practices. Now, the museum is taking a new look at whether their display is ethical. Reexamining the collection, however, has sparked a backlash from the museum's fans. City Cast Philly’s Laura Benshoff talks with Malcolm Burnley, freelance reporter for Philadelphia Magazine, about the controversy and why many museums are changing their approach to exhibiting human remains right now. Correction: In this episode, our guest says the museum is still reevaluating its online content involving human remains, and putting some of it back online. Executive Director Kate Quinn recently told WHYY that they have finished this process and re-uploaded all of the displays that they plan to. Check out Malcolm's Philadelphia Magazine story on the Mütter Museum here. RSVP to the Mütter Museum's Town Hall on October 17 here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Mütter is Philly’s iconic medical history museum. More than 100,000 visitors come every year to see displays like Albert Einstein's brain or an enormous human colon. But these exhibits involve real remains, many obtained years ago through grave robbing or other shady practices. Now, the museum is taking a new look at whether their display is ethical. Reexamining the collection, however, has sparked a backlash from the museum's fans. City Cast Philly’s Laura Benshoff talks with Malcolm Burnley, freelance reporter for Philadelphia Magazine, about the controversy and why many museums are changing their approach to exhibiting human remains right now.


Correction: In this episode, our guest says the museum is still reevaluating its online content involving human remains, and putting some of it back online. Executive Director Kate Quinn recently told WHYY that they have finished this process and re-uploaded all of the displays that they plan to.


Check out Malcolm's Philadelphia Magazine story on the Mütter Museum here.


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]]> 1148 Is PHL Really the Worst Airport in North America? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia International Airport was recently named the worst large airport in North America, based on customer surveys by the data analytics firm J.D. Power. But is it really that bad? In this episode, the City Cast Philly team discusses the pros and cons of flying from PHL, your other local airport options, and our hacks for your next trip out of Philadelphia. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Is PHL Really the Worst Airport in North America? full City Cast Philadelphia International Airport was recently named the worst large airport in North America, based on customer surveys by the data analytics firm J.D. Power. But is it really that bad? In this episode, the City Cast Philly team discusses the pros and cons of flying from PHL, your other local airport options, and our hacks for your next trip out of Philadelphia. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia International Airport was recently named the worst large airport in North America, based on customer surveys by the data analytics firm J.D. Power. But is it really that bad? In this episode, the City Cast Philly team discusses the pros and cons of flying from PHL, your other local airport options, and our hacks for your next trip out of Philadelphia.


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]]> 1019 Overdose Deaths Rise, Penn’s COVID Cash Cow, & Phillies Playoffs Update https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news roundup! Dive into the Nobel Prize-winning research that made the University of Pennsylvania over a billion dollars, what's driving an increase in fatal drug overdose in Philly, and what’s next in the Phillies' postseason run. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Marco Cerino, staff writer at the Philadelphia Tribune, Abraham Gutman, health reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports and culture writer for The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia sees surge in Black overdose deaths Scientists’ Nobel-winning vaccine research brought Penn prestige — and a whole lotta money To learn how you can prevent a fatal overdose, sign up for a free virtual overdose prevention and reversal training here. Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Overdose Deaths Rise, Penn’s COVID Cash Cow, & Phillies Playoffs Update full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Dive into the Nobel Prize-winning research that made the University of Pennsylvania over a billion dollars, what's driving an increase in fatal drug overdose in Philly, and what’s next in the Phillies' postseason run. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Marco Cerino, staff writer at the Philadelphia Tribune, Abraham Gutman, health reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports and culture writer for The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia sees surge in Black overdose deaths Scientists’ Nobel-winning vaccine research brought Penn prestige — and a whole lotta money To learn how you can prevent a fatal overdose, sign up for a free virtual overdose prevention and reversal training here. Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news roundup! Dive into the Nobel Prize-winning research that made the University of Pennsylvania over a billion dollars, what's driving an increase in fatal drug overdose in Philly, and what’s next in the Phillies' postseason run.

Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Marco Cerino, staff writer at the Philadelphia Tribune, Abraham Gutman, health reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports and culture writer for The Philadelphia Tribune.


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]]> 1328 Converting Center City Offices Into Homes When COVID shook up how we all live and work, Philly’s big office towers emptied out. Some workers have returned, but Center City is still hurting for people. Now, an office building at 17th and Market is slated to be turned into nearly 300 new apartments, the biggest office-to-housing conversion since the pandemic. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what these conversions look like, and whether they're the answer to Philly’s empty-office problem. Read Jakes' reporting here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Converting Center City Offices Into Homes full City Cast When COVID shook up how we all live and work, Philly’s big office towers emptied out. Some workers have returned, but Center City is still hurting for people. Now, an office building at 17th and Market is slated to be turned into nearly 300 new apartments, the biggest office-to-housing conversion since the pandemic. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what these conversions look like, and whether they're the answer to Philly’s empty-office problem. Read Jakes' reporting here and here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. When COVID shook up how we all live and work, Philly’s big office towers emptied out. Some workers have returned, but Center City is still hurting for people. Now, an office building at 17th and Market is slated to be turned into nearly 300 new apartments, the biggest office-to-housing conversion since the pandemic. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what these conversions look like, and whether they're the answer to Philly’s empty-office problem.


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]]> 852 The Perfect Red October Day at the Ballpark https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Phillies have once again made it to the playoffs, facing the Miami Marlins in a three-game Wild Card series this week. If you're lucky enough to get tickets to one of these home games, we have your guide to making the most of them. Back in June, host Trenae Nuri spoke with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about how to have a home run experience at Citizens Bank Park. SchwarBurger, anyone? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Perfect Red October Day at the Ballpark full City Cast The Phillies have once again made it to the playoffs, facing the Miami Marlins in a three-game Wild Card series this week. If you're lucky enough to get tickets to one of these home games, we have your guide to making the most of them. Back in June, host Trenae Nuri spoke with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about how to have a home run experience at Citizens Bank Park. SchwarBurger, anyone? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Phillies have once again made it to the playoffs, facing the Miami Marlins in a three-game Wild Card series this week. If you're lucky enough to get tickets to one of these home games, we have your guide to making the most of them. Back in June, host Trenae Nuri spoke with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about how to have a home run experience at Citizens Bank Park. SchwarBurger, anyone?


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]]> 846 The Best Diners Left in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ South Philly’s iconic Melrose Diner was demolished last month to make way for an apartment building. The plan is to reopen a smaller version of Melrose in the same spot. But, other local landmarks haven't been so lucky, and have gone out of business or reduced their hours as dining habits and the city change. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Beatrice Forman about what made Melrose special. And, they share a list of some of the city’s best remaining diners, from early morning breakfast spots to 24-hour dinner counters. Reporting featured in this episode: Here are your favorite memories of the Melrose Diner Melrose Diner to be demolished — but revived in new 94-unit apartment building As 24-hour diners dwindle in Philly, a few fight to remain Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Diners Left in Philly full City Cast South Philly’s iconic Melrose Diner was demolished last month to make way for an apartment building. The plan is to reopen a smaller version of Melrose in the same spot. But, other local landmarks haven't been so lucky, and have gone out of business or reduced their hours as dining habits and the city change. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Beatrice Forman about what made Melrose special. And, they share a list of some of the city’s best remaining diners, from early morning breakfast spots to 24-hour dinner counters. Reporting featured in this episode: Here are your favorite memories of the Melrose Diner Melrose Diner to be demolished — but revived in new 94-unit apartment building As 24-hour diners dwindle in Philly, a few fight to remain Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. South Philly’s iconic Melrose Diner was demolished last month to make way for an apartment building. The plan is to reopen a smaller version of Melrose in the same spot. But, other local landmarks haven't been so lucky, and have gone out of business or reduced their hours as dining habits and the city change. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Beatrice Forman about what made Melrose special. And, they share a list of some of the city’s best remaining diners, from early morning breakfast spots to 24-hour dinner counters.


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]]> 948 Philly’s Police Watchdog’s Dubious Expenses https://philly.citycast.fm The Citizens Police Oversight Commission was created in 2021 to be an independent oversight organization, investigating allegations of police misconduct and trying to build trust between police officers and city residents. Now, an Axios Philadelphia investigation has found that two CPOC commissioners invoiced the group for thousands in expenses that might not be allowed under Philadelphia law. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Axios Philadelphia reporter Isaac Avilucea about this story, other recent allegations of misconduct lodged against the Commissioners, and how these scandals impact the group’s mission. Read Isaac’s story in Axios Philadelphia here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 02 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Police Watchdog’s Dubious Expenses full City Cast The Citizens Police Oversight Commission was created in 2021 to be an independent oversight organization, investigating allegations of police misconduct and trying to build trust between police officers and city residents. Now, an Axios Philadelphia investigation has found that two CPOC commissioners invoiced the group for thousands in expenses that might not be allowed under Philadelphia law. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Axios Philadelphia reporter Isaac Avilucea about this story, other recent allegations of misconduct lodged against the Commissioners, and how these scandals impact the group’s mission. Read Isaac’s story in Axios Philadelphia here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Citizens Police Oversight Commission was created in 2021 to be an independent oversight organization, investigating allegations of police misconduct and trying to build trust between police officers and city residents. Now, an Axios Philadelphia investigation has found that two CPOC commissioners invoiced the group for thousands in expenses that might not be allowed under Philadelphia law. Lead producer Laura Benshoff speaks with Axios Philadelphia reporter Isaac Avilucea about this story, other recent allegations of misconduct lodged against the Commissioners, and how these scandals impact the group’s mission.


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]]> 868 Police Murder Charges Dismissed, Livestreamed Looting & T-Swift Swaps Kelces https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about a municipal judge’s decision to dismiss murder charges against former Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial, less than two months after he shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry. We’ll also get into how social media fueled looting at local liquor stores and retail shops this week, as well as why Philly cares so much about whether Taylor Swift is dating Kansas City Chiefs' player Travis Kelce. Lead producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri, and talks with Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Judge dismisses all charges against former Police Officer Mark Dial in shooting death of Eddie Irizarry Family, supporters of Eddie Irizarry march after judge dismisses charges against Philly officer who killed him Dozens arrested as groups break into stores, vandalize businesses across Philadelphia, police say All Philly liquor stores are closed today after at least 18 were broken into overnight What Philly is saying about the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce situationship, and what it could mean for the Eagles Find out more about SEPTA’s new contactless payment rollout here. And, enter for a chance to buy tickets to watch the Phillies in the playoffs here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 29 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Police Murder Charges Dismissed, Livestreamed Looting & T-Swift Swaps Kelces full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about a municipal judge’s decision to dismiss murder charges against former Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial, less than two months after he shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry. We’ll also get into how social media fueled looting at local liquor stores and retail shops this week, as well as why Philly cares so much about whether Taylor Swift is dating Kansas City Chiefs' player Travis Kelce. Lead producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri, and talks with Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Judge dismisses all charges against former Police Officer Mark Dial in shooting death of Eddie Irizarry Family, supporters of Eddie Irizarry march after judge dismisses charges against Philly officer who killed him Dozens arrested as groups break into stores, vandalize businesses across Philadelphia, police say All Philly liquor stores are closed today after at least 18 were broken into overnight What Philly is saying about the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce situationship, and what it could mean for the Eagles Find out more about SEPTA’s new contactless payment rollout here. And, enter for a chance to buy tickets to watch the Phillies in the playoffs here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news roundup! We’re talking about a municipal judge’s decision to dismiss murder charges against former Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial, less than two months after he shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry. We’ll also get into how social media fueled looting at local liquor stores and retail shops this week, as well as why Philly cares so much about whether Taylor Swift is dating Kansas City Chiefs' player Travis Kelce. Lead producer Laura Benshoff is filling in for host Trenae Nuri, and talks with Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn.


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]]> 1254 SEPTA's Bus Revolution Is Coming https://philly.citycast.fm/ For the first time in 60 years, SEPTA is overhauling its bus routes. The final plan, which took six years to make, is known as the "Bus Revolution." Some routes are getting faster, some shorter, and others are getting axed altogether. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how the transit agency made these calls, and what they mean for your commute. And, check out this tool from The Inquirer that shows you how the Bus Revolution will change your transit options. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 SEPTA's Bus Revolution Is Coming full City Cast For the first time in 60 years, SEPTA is overhauling its bus routes. The final plan, which took six years to make, is known as the "Bus Revolution." Some routes are getting faster, some shorter, and others are getting axed altogether. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how the transit agency made these calls, and what they mean for your commute. And, check out this tool from The Inquirer that shows you how the Bus Revolution will change your transit options. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. For the first time in 60 years, SEPTA is overhauling its bus routes. The final plan, which took six years to make, is known as the "Bus Revolution." Some routes are getting faster, some shorter, and others are getting axed altogether. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how the transit agency made these calls, and what they mean for your commute.


And, check out this tool from The Inquirer that shows you how the Bus Revolution will change your transit options.


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]]> 992 Philly’s Controversial New School Shooter Training https://philly.citycast.fm For years, active shooter drills in Philly schools taught students and teachers to barricade themselves in classrooms. Now, the School District of Philadelphia is implementing a new training known as ALICE - Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate. The idea is to give students and their teachers more ways to respond under pressure. But one of those options, countering, involves trying to distract the shooter. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Eden MacDougall, freelance reporter for Billy Penn and Temple University’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting, about what’s driving this change and why the training is controversial. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Controversial New School Shooter Training full City Cast For years, active shooter drills in Philly schools taught students and teachers to barricade themselves in classrooms. Now, the School District of Philadelphia is implementing a new training known as ALICE - Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate. The idea is to give students and their teachers more ways to respond under pressure. But one of those options, countering, involves trying to distract the shooter. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Eden MacDougall, freelance reporter for Billy Penn and Temple University’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting, about what’s driving this change and why the training is controversial. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. For years, active shooter drills in Philly schools taught students and teachers to barricade themselves in classrooms. Now, the School District of Philadelphia is implementing a new training known as ALICE - Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate. The idea is to give students and their teachers more ways to respond under pressure. But one of those options, countering, involves trying to distract the shooter. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Eden MacDougall, freelance reporter for Billy Penn and Temple University’s Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting, about what’s driving this change and why the training is controversial.


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]]> 605 Text This Scientist 4 Squid Facts https://philly.citycast.fm If you’ve walked around Philadelphia, you may have seen colorful posters that say “Get Squid Facts,” with a phone number on them. This street art project is the brainchild of Sarah McAnulty, a squid biologist and the creator of the science education non-profit, Skype A Scientist. So far, more than 135,000 people have signed up to receive her squid facts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with McAnulty about what squid have to do with Philly, and why she uses street art to get people stoked about science. Read more about the Squid Facts project here. Or, text "SQUID" to 1-833-SCI-TEXT to get squid info sent straight to your phone! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Text This Scientist 4 Squid Facts full City Cast If you’ve walked around Philadelphia, you may have seen colorful posters that say “Get Squid Facts,” with a phone number on them. This street art project is the brainchild of Sarah McAnulty, a squid biologist and the creator of the science education non-profit, Skype A Scientist. So far, more than 135,000 people have signed up to receive her squid facts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with McAnulty about what squid have to do with Philly, and why she uses street art to get people stoked about science. Read more about the Squid Facts project here. Or, text "SQUID" to 1-833-SCI-TEXT to get squid info sent straight to your phone! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  If you’ve walked around Philadelphia, you may have seen colorful posters that say “Get Squid Facts,” with a phone number on them. This street art project is the brainchild of Sarah McAnulty, a squid biologist and the creator of the science education non-profit, Skype A Scientist. So far, more than 135,000 people have signed up to receive her squid facts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with McAnulty about what squid have to do with Philly, and why she uses street art to get people stoked about science.


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]]> 768 Philly’s Construction Safety Problem https://philly.citycast.fm When you see a home renovation or major construction project happening in your neighborhood, you assume that work is done safely. But that’s not always the case in Philly. An ongoing investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer has found that unsafe construction work can go unchecked, causing damage to homes and neighboring properties, and in the worst cases, building collapses. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter with The Philadelphia Inquirer, about why Philly rowhomes are uniquely vulnerable during certain renovations, and how to protect yourself from shoddy work. Start at the beginning of the “Crumbling City” series here. How to report unsafe construction work:  For work without a permit, or beyond the scope of the permit, call 311 or visit phila.gov/departments/philly311/ For work before 7 a.m. or after 8 p.m., call 215-685-7580 or email dphams_service_requests@phila.gov For dust and noise complaints, call 215-685-7580 or emails dphams_service_requests@phila.gov For work on a weekend, email weekendworkLI@phila.gov, or call 911. To report property damage by city demolition contractors and others, contact L&I’s Emergency Response Unit at 215-686-2583 or 215-685-3055. Additional resources: Information for Homeowners When Construction Starts Next Door from Community Legal Services Construction Activity Next Door FAQ from the Department of Licenses and Inspections Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 25 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Construction Safety Problem full City Cast When you see a home renovation or major construction project happening in your neighborhood, you assume that work is done safely. But that’s not always the case in Philly. An ongoing investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer has found that unsafe construction work can go unchecked, causing damage to homes and neighboring properties, and in the worst cases, building collapses. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter with The Philadelphia Inquirer, about why Philly rowhomes are uniquely vulnerable during certain renovations, and how to protect yourself from shoddy work. Start at the beginning of the “Crumbling City” series here. How to report unsafe construction work:  For work without a permit, or beyond the scope of the permit, call 311 or visit phila.gov/departments/philly311/ For work before 7 a.m. or after 8 p.m., call 215-685-7580 or email dphams_service_requests@phila.gov For dust and noise complaints, call 215-685-7580 or emails dphams_service_requests@phila.gov For work on a weekend, email weekendworkLI@phila.gov, or call 911. To report property damage by city demolition contractors and others, contact L&I’s Emergency Response Unit at 215-686-2583 or 215-685-3055. Additional resources: Information for Homeowners When Construction Starts Next Door from Community Legal Services Construction Activity Next Door FAQ from the Department of Licenses and Inspections Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. When you see a home renovation or major construction project happening in your neighborhood, you assume that work is done safely. But that’s not always the case in Philly. An ongoing investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer has found that unsafe construction work can go unchecked, causing damage to homes and neighboring properties, and in the worst cases, building collapses. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samantha Melamed, investigative reporter with The Philadelphia Inquirer, about why Philly rowhomes are uniquely vulnerable during certain renovations, and how to protect yourself from shoddy work.


Start at the beginning of the “Crumbling City” series here.


How to report unsafe construction work: 


Additional resources:


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]]> 1107 TU Acting President Dies, Mayoral Debates & Beloved Bagel Shop Closing It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Oliver Sabo, reporter at The Temple News, Philadelphia Inquirer political reporter Chris Brennan, and City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff. They discuss the sudden passing of Temple’s acting president, JoAnne A. Epps, and her legacy at the university. And, they cover what to expect from the newly announced mayoral debate, as well as why a buzzy South Philly bagel shop is closing its doors. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A message to the Temple Community from Mitchell L. Morgan, chair of the Board of Trustees. Remembering JoAnne Epps Temple plans to name interim president in the coming days Mayoral candidates Cherelle Parker and David Oh will debate on KYW Newsradio The race for mayor in Philadelphia inevitably has become a debate about debates Cherelle Parker calls upcoming ‘Latino Town Hall’ a fake as David Oh plans to participate South Philly’s hugely popular Korshak Bagels is closing its doors for good Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 TU Acting President Dies, Mayoral Debates & Beloved Bagel Shop Closing full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Oliver Sabo, reporter at The Temple News, Philadelphia Inquirer political reporter Chris Brennan, and City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff. They discuss the sudden passing of Temple’s acting president, JoAnne A. Epps, and her legacy at the university. And, they cover what to expect from the newly announced mayoral debate, as well as why a buzzy South Philly bagel shop is closing its doors. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A message to the Temple Community from Mitchell L. Morgan, chair of the Board of Trustees. Remembering JoAnne Epps Temple plans to name interim president in the coming days Mayoral candidates Cherelle Parker and David Oh will debate on KYW Newsradio The race for mayor in Philadelphia inevitably has become a debate about debates Cherelle Parker calls upcoming ‘Latino Town Hall’ a fake as David Oh plans to participate South Philly’s hugely popular Korshak Bagels is closing its doors for good Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Oliver Sabo, reporter at The Temple News, Philadelphia Inquirer political reporter Chris Brennan, and City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff. They discuss the sudden passing of Temple’s acting president, JoAnne A. Epps, and her legacy at the university. And, they cover what to expect from the newly announced mayoral debate, as well as why a buzzy South Philly bagel shop is closing its doors.


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]]> 1031 Best Fall Winery Getaways https://philly.citycast.fm We’re bringing you the third and final installment of our Fall Getaways series! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Philly wine expert, Arindam Basu, educator at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the best day and weekend trips you can take to visit regional wineries this fall. (Check out our earlier fall getaway guides too! There's one on haunted attractions, and one on fall strolls and snacks.) Wineries recommended in today’s episode: Penns Woods Winery Chaddsford Winery Va La Vineyards Karamoor Estate Vineyard and Winery Vox Vineti Wayvine Winery & Vineyard William Heritage Winery Auburn Road Vineyards Stokelan Estate Winery White Horse Winery Amalthea Cellars Valenzano Winery Arindam runs A&R Wine Services. They host wine dinners, private tastings, wine classes and cellar curation.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Best Fall Winery Getaways full City Cast We’re bringing you the third and final installment of our Fall Getaways series! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Philly wine expert, Arindam Basu, educator at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the best day and weekend trips you can take to visit regional wineries this fall. (Check out our earlier fall getaway guides too! There's one on haunted attractions, and one on fall strolls and snacks.) Wineries recommended in today’s episode: Penns Woods Winery Chaddsford Winery Va La Vineyards Karamoor Estate Vineyard and Winery Vox Vineti Wayvine Winery & Vineyard William Heritage Winery Auburn Road Vineyards Stokelan Estate Winery White Horse Winery Amalthea Cellars Valenzano Winery Arindam runs A&R Wine Services. They host wine dinners, private tastings, wine classes and cellar curation.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re bringing you the third and final installment of our Fall Getaways series! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Philly wine expert, Arindam Basu, educator at the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the best day and weekend trips you can take to visit regional wineries this fall. (Check out our earlier fall getaway guides too! There's one on haunted attractions, and one on fall strolls and snacks.)


Wineries recommended in today’s episode:


Arindam runs A&R Wine Services. They host wine dinners, private tastings, wine classes and cellar curation. 


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]]> 960 Best Haunted Road Trips This Halloween Szn https://philly.citycast.fm We’re bringing you the second installment of our fall getaways series, where we share our best tips for making the most of this short, sweet season. Looking for a scare and a little roadtrip? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Henry Savage, civics reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to get the lowdown about the best haunted houses and creepy attractions you can visit outside of Philly. From ghost pirates to haunted hayrides, we've got you covered! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Best Haunted Road Trips This Halloween Szn full City Cast We’re bringing you the second installment of our fall getaways series, where we share our best tips for making the most of this short, sweet season. Looking for a scare and a little roadtrip? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Henry Savage, civics reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to get the lowdown about the best haunted houses and creepy attractions you can visit outside of Philly. From ghost pirates to haunted hayrides, we've got you covered! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re bringing you the second installment of our fall getaways series, where we share our best tips for making the most of this short, sweet season. Looking for a scare and a little roadtrip? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Henry Savage, civics reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, to get the lowdown about the best haunted houses and creepy attractions you can visit outside of Philly. From ghost pirates to haunted hayrides, we've got you covered!


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]]> 740 Fall Day Trips Within 2 Hours of Philly Get in listeners, we’re going leaf-peeping! Today's episode is the first in a three-part series on the best fall getaways in our region. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, a local freelance food writer and tour guide, about places outside of Philly where you can enjoy the fall foliage. Sweitzer-Lammé also shares her recommendations for where you can savor the flavors of the season, from apple cider donuts to stuffed squash, all less than two hours outside of Philly. Read Maddy’s Philadelphia Magazine article here. And, learn more about her business, Tiny Table Tours.  Want more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Fall Day Trips Within 2 Hours of Philly full City Cast Get in listeners, we’re going leaf-peeping! Today's episode is the first in a three-part series on the best fall getaways in our region. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, a local freelance food writer and tour guide, about places outside of Philly where you can enjoy the fall foliage. Sweitzer-Lammé also shares her recommendations for where you can savor the flavors of the season, from apple cider donuts to stuffed squash, all less than two hours outside of Philly. Read Maddy’s Philadelphia Magazine article here. And, learn more about her business, Tiny Table Tours.  Want more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Get in listeners, we’re going leaf-peeping! Today's episode is the first in a three-part series on the best fall getaways in our region. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé, a local freelance food writer and tour guide, about places outside of Philly where you can enjoy the fall foliage. Sweitzer-Lammé also shares her recommendations for where you can savor the flavors of the season, from apple cider donuts to stuffed squash, all less than two hours outside of Philly.


Read Maddy’s Philadelphia Magazine article here. And, learn more about her business, Tiny Table Tours. 


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]]> 728 How Philly Is Trying To Make Pregnancy Safer https://philly.citycast.fm A recent statewide study found that severe pregnancy complications spiked in Pennsylvania between 2016 and 2022, part of a worsening trend in maternal health outcomes. Now, Philadelphia is trying something new to address health problems during pregnancy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Aasta Mehta, OB/GYN and Medical Officer of Women’s Health for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, about the city's first-in-the-nation program to track and analyze complications. And, they share some resources for anyone who needs more support during a pregnancy. Learn more about the programs around maternal health here in Philly:  Birth Justice Philly summit happening October 26th Philly Families CAN provides resources for new parents  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How Philly Is Trying To Make Pregnancy Safer full City Cast A recent statewide study found that severe pregnancy complications spiked in Pennsylvania between 2016 and 2022, part of a worsening trend in maternal health outcomes. Now, Philadelphia is trying something new to address health problems during pregnancy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Aasta Mehta, OB/GYN and Medical Officer of Women’s Health for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, about the city's first-in-the-nation program to track and analyze complications. And, they share some resources for anyone who needs more support during a pregnancy. Learn more about the programs around maternal health here in Philly:  Birth Justice Philly summit happening October 26th Philly Families CAN provides resources for new parents  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A recent statewide study found that severe pregnancy complications spiked in Pennsylvania between 2016 and 2022, part of a worsening trend in maternal health outcomes. Now, Philadelphia is trying something new to address health problems during pregnancy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Aasta Mehta, OB/GYN and Medical Officer of Women’s Health for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, about the city's first-in-the-nation program to track and analyze complications. And, they share some resources for anyone who needs more support during a pregnancy.


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]]> 982 Cavalcante Captured, TU’s New President Search, Safe Injection Site Vote https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! Today's topics include: the capture of Chester County Prison escapee Danelo Cavalcante, the move to ban supervised injection sites in most of Philly, and the search for Temple University’s new president. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kenny Cooper, suburban reporter for WHYY News, Aubrey Whelan, health reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Oliver Sabo, reporter at The Temple News. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped Chester County Prison, is in custody. Police found him hiding under logs Philadelphia lawmakers vote to prohibit supervised injection sites in most of the city Philly received more than 100,000 ‘invalid’ COVID-19 rapid tests. Here’s what to do if you got one Board of Trustees announces search for Temple’s next president Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Cavalcante Captured, TU’s New President Search, Safe Injection Site Vote full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Today's topics include: the capture of Chester County Prison escapee Danelo Cavalcante, the move to ban supervised injection sites in most of Philly, and the search for Temple University’s new president. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kenny Cooper, suburban reporter for WHYY News, Aubrey Whelan, health reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Oliver Sabo, reporter at The Temple News. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped Chester County Prison, is in custody. Police found him hiding under logs Philadelphia lawmakers vote to prohibit supervised injection sites in most of the city Philly received more than 100,000 ‘invalid’ COVID-19 rapid tests. Here’s what to do if you got one Board of Trustees announces search for Temple’s next president Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday news roundup! Today's topics include: the capture of Chester County Prison escapee Danelo Cavalcante, the move to ban supervised injection sites in most of Philly, and the search for Temple University’s new president. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kenny Cooper, suburban reporter for WHYY News, Aubrey Whelan, health reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Oliver Sabo, reporter at The Temple News.


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]]> 1043 Fixing PA’s Underfunded Public Schools https://philly.citycast.fm Back in February, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled that the way the state funds public education is unconstitutional. But what does that actually mean? A recent report from the Philadelphia Inquirer found that a whopping 85% of Pennsylvania school districts don't get enough funding to adequately educate students. This week, lawmakers and experts in education are holding hearings to figure out what needs to change. Host Trenae Nuri unpacks all of this with Inquirer reporters Maddie Hanna and Kasturi Pananjady. Read Hanna and Pananjady's report (and use their interactive funding tool) here. Submit a comment to the PA Basic Education Funding Commission here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Fixing PA’s Underfunded Public Schools full City Cast Back in February, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled that the way the state funds public education is unconstitutional. But what does that actually mean? A recent report from the Philadelphia Inquirer found that a whopping 85% of Pennsylvania school districts don't get enough funding to adequately educate students. This week, lawmakers and experts in education are holding hearings to figure out what needs to change. Host Trenae Nuri unpacks all of this with Inquirer reporters Maddie Hanna and Kasturi Pananjady. Read Hanna and Pananjady's report (and use their interactive funding tool) here. Submit a comment to the PA Basic Education Funding Commission here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Back in February, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled that the way the state funds public education is unconstitutional. But what does that actually mean? A recent report from the Philadelphia Inquirer found that a whopping 85% of Pennsylvania school districts don't get enough funding to adequately educate students. This week, lawmakers and experts in education are holding hearings to figure out what needs to change. Host Trenae Nuri unpacks all of this with Inquirer reporters Maddie Hanna and Kasturi Pananjady.


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]]> 881 7 Surprising Facts About the Chester County Manhunt https://philly.citycast.fm UPDATE: Pennsylvania State Police told The Philadelphia Inquirer that Danelo Cavalcante was taken into custody after 8 a.m. on Wednesday morning. We'll have a brief update about his arrest later this week. Today, you'll hear how he was able to evade law enforcement for nearly two weeks, hide out in a local botanical garden, and even steal a gun. Host Trenae Nuri and WHYY reporter Kenny Cooper break down some of the strangest twists and turns of this prison break. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 7 Surprising Facts About the Chester County Manhunt full City Cast UPDATE: Pennsylvania State Police told The Philadelphia Inquirer that Danelo Cavalcante was taken into custody after 8 a.m. on Wednesday morning. We'll have a brief update about his arrest later this week. Today, you'll hear how he was able to evade law enforcement for nearly two weeks, hide out in a local botanical garden, and even steal a gun. Host Trenae Nuri and WHYY reporter Kenny Cooper break down some of the strangest twists and turns of this prison break. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. UPDATE: Pennsylvania State Police told The Philadelphia Inquirer that Danelo Cavalcante was taken into custody after 8 a.m. on Wednesday morning. We'll have a brief update about his arrest later this week. Today, you'll hear how he was able to evade law enforcement for nearly two weeks, hide out in a local botanical garden, and even steal a gun. Host Trenae Nuri and WHYY reporter Kenny Cooper break down some of the strangest twists and turns of this prison break.


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]]> 724 Philly Insider’s Guide to Grocery Shopping From why you should avoid grocery shopping on Sunday, to items that are weirdly cheaper at Whole Foods, we’ve got your insider’s guide to stocking up in Philly. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down your grocery shopping options in the city, as well as their best store hacks and tips for getting a good deal. Want to know what else Philly's talking about? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Insider’s Guide to Grocery Shopping full City Cast From why you should avoid grocery shopping on Sunday, to items that are weirdly cheaper at Whole Foods, we’ve got your insider’s guide to stocking up in Philly. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down your grocery shopping options in the city, as well as their best store hacks and tips for getting a good deal. Want to know what else Philly's talking about? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From why you should avoid grocery shopping on Sunday, to items that are weirdly cheaper at Whole Foods, we’ve got your insider’s guide to stocking up in Philly. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down your grocery shopping options in the city, as well as their best store hacks and tips for getting a good deal.


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]]> 1135 Should You Still Kill Spotted Lanternflies? In 2017, spotted lanternflies showed up in Philly. This invasive species is a threat to local agriculture, so Philadelphians got really into smashing the bugs. Spotted lanternfly numbers have since declined in the city, but you still see these red and grey insects around. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Henry Savage, civics reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what happened to the hoards of spotted lanternflies we used to see, and whether we should still bother to squish them. Read Henry’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Should You Still Kill Spotted Lanternflies? full City Cast In 2017, spotted lanternflies showed up in Philly. This invasive species is a threat to local agriculture, so Philadelphians got really into smashing the bugs. Spotted lanternfly numbers have since declined in the city, but you still see these red and grey insects around. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Henry Savage, civics reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what happened to the hoards of spotted lanternflies we used to see, and whether we should still bother to squish them. Read Henry’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In 2017, spotted lanternflies showed up in Philly. This invasive species is a threat to local agriculture, so Philadelphians got really into smashing the bugs. Spotted lanternfly numbers have since declined in the city, but you still see these red and grey insects around. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Henry Savage, civics reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what happened to the hoards of spotted lanternflies we used to see, and whether we should still bother to squish them.


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]]> 826 City Council Preview, Eagles Season Opener & Game Day Food Recs https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and John Barchard, City Cast Philly sports contributor and co-host of the Bell and the Birdmen podcast. They discuss major City Council races and controversial legislation coming this fall, the Eagles' season opener against the New England Patriots on Sunday, and the best places to grab a bite on game day.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Gov. Josh Shapiro is backing third-party progressive Kendra Brooks for Philly City Council Where to find free or low-cost COVID tests in Philadelphia Eagles want "everyone's best punch," and it begins Sunday vs. Patriots at New England Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 City Council Preview, Eagles Season Opener & Game Day Food Recs full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and John Barchard, City Cast Philly sports contributor and co-host of the Bell and the Birdmen podcast. They discuss major City Council races and controversial legislation coming this fall, the Eagles' season opener against the New England Patriots on Sunday, and the best places to grab a bite on game day.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Gov. Josh Shapiro is backing third-party progressive Kendra Brooks for Philly City Council Where to find free or low-cost COVID tests in Philadelphia Eagles want "everyone's best punch," and it begins Sunday vs. Patriots at New England Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and John Barchard, City Cast Philly sports contributor and co-host of the Bell and the Birdmen podcast. They discuss major City Council races and controversial legislation coming this fall, the Eagles' season opener against the New England Patriots on Sunday, and the best places to grab a bite on game day. 


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]]> 1260 Philly's Top Cop Is Resigning https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, the first Black woman to serve in this high-profile position, is leaving her post at the end of the month. Outlaw led the department through the pandemic, massive protests about policing, and a spike in gun violence. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Outlaw’s legacy and what’s next for the city. Read Chris’ full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly's Top Cop Is Resigning full City Cast Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, the first Black woman to serve in this high-profile position, is leaving her post at the end of the month. Outlaw led the department through the pandemic, massive protests about policing, and a spike in gun violence. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Outlaw’s legacy and what’s next for the city. Read Chris’ full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, the first Black woman to serve in this high-profile position, is leaving her post at the end of the month. Outlaw led the department through the pandemic, massive protests about policing, and a spike in gun violence. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Outlaw’s legacy and what’s next for the city.


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]]> 1117 The Pros and Cons of Philly’s $6,000 Trashcans Philly has a lot of litter, enough that it’s earned the nickname “Filthadelphia.” One way our city deals with trash is with the BigBelly Program, hundreds of solar-powered trash compactors located in major commercial districts. These trashcans cost around $6,000 a piece and send an alert to the Streets Department when they get full. But some residents and business organizations say the bins overflow, break down, and simply attract more litter. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about these complaints and ways the city could clean up their performance. Wed, 06 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Pros and Cons of Philly’s $6,000 Trashcans full City Cast Philly has a lot of litter, enough that it’s earned the nickname “Filthadelphia.” One way our city deals with trash is with the BigBelly Program, hundreds of solar-powered trash compactors located in major commercial districts. These trashcans cost around $6,000 a piece and send an alert to the Streets Department when they get full. But some residents and business organizations say the bins overflow, break down, and simply attract more litter. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about these complaints and ways the city could clean up their performance. Philly has a lot of litter, enough that it’s earned the nickname “Filthadelphia.” One way our city deals with trash is with the BigBelly Program, hundreds of solar-powered trash compactors located in major commercial districts. These trashcans cost around $6,000 a piece and send an alert to the Streets Department when they get full. But some residents and business organizations say the bins overflow, break down, and simply attract more litter. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, about these complaints and ways the city could clean up their performance.

]]> 795 How Climate Change Threatens Philly’s Water Supply Parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, all drink from the same water supply: the Delaware River. And there's a rocky history of sharing this precious resource. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about why climate change could force a showdown between Philadelphia and New York City over control of the drinking water supply, and how our city is planning for that threat. Read Kyle’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How Climate Change Threatens Philly’s Water Supply full City Cast Parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, all drink from the same water supply: the Delaware River. And there's a rocky history of sharing this precious resource. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about why climate change could force a showdown between Philadelphia and New York City over control of the drinking water supply, and how our city is planning for that threat. Read Kyle’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, all drink from the same water supply: the Delaware River. And there's a rocky history of sharing this precious resource. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about why climate change could force a showdown between Philadelphia and New York City over control of the drinking water supply, and how our city is planning for that threat.


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]]> 697 What We Love — and Hate — About Philly It’s the Friday News Roundup! But, a little different this time. We're talking big picture... about the changes we’re most excited to see in our city, the most pressing issues facing residents, and how we can all stay better connected. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept, a local art blog, and City Cast Philly Arts & Culture contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. This live show was taped at the Indy Hall Clubhouse in Northern Liberties on August 30, 2023. Find out more about our guests’ work here: Afea Tucker: Email atucker@thetrace.org or visit Up The Block and TheTrace.org Charles Tyson, Jr.: Follow @neverskurred on Instagram and X. Or, listen to the Full Circle Pod Conrad Benner: Follow @streetsdept on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Check out StreetsDept.com Our live event was also powered by a great Philly business: the Indy Hall Clubhouse & Community. Indy Hall is Philly's original community of freelancers, remote workers, and more. It's for those who love their freedom and flexibility, but don't like always feeling alone. Their clubhouse in Northern Liberties, near 2nd and Spring Garden, is Indy Hall's latest home, providing a comfortable and flexible place to work, play, and get to know people doing all kinds of cool things in Philadelphia. They'd love to meet you, so check out their website, and their upcoming event schedule, at indyhall.org.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What We Love — and Hate — About Philly full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! But, a little different this time. We're talking big picture... about the changes we’re most excited to see in our city, the most pressing issues facing residents, and how we can all stay better connected. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept, a local art blog, and City Cast Philly Arts & Culture contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. This live show was taped at the Indy Hall Clubhouse in Northern Liberties on August 30, 2023. Find out more about our guests’ work here: Afea Tucker: Email atucker@thetrace.org or visit Up The Block and TheTrace.org Charles Tyson, Jr.: Follow @neverskurred on Instagram and X. Or, listen to the Full Circle Pod Conrad Benner: Follow @streetsdept on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Check out StreetsDept.com Our live event was also powered by a great Philly business: the Indy Hall Clubhouse & Community. Indy Hall is Philly's original community of freelancers, remote workers, and more. It's for those who love their freedom and flexibility, but don't like always feeling alone. Their clubhouse in Northern Liberties, near 2nd and Spring Garden, is Indy Hall's latest home, providing a comfortable and flexible place to work, play, and get to know people doing all kinds of cool things in Philadelphia. They'd love to meet you, so check out their website, and their upcoming event schedule, at indyhall.org.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup! But, a little different this time. We're talking big picture... about the changes we’re most excited to see in our city, the most pressing issues facing residents, and how we can all stay better connected. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Afea Tucker, Philadelphia community engagement reporter for The Trace, Conrad Benner, founder of Streets Dept, a local art blog, and City Cast Philly Arts & Culture contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. This live show was taped at the Indy Hall Clubhouse in Northern Liberties on August 30, 2023.


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Our live event was also powered by a great Philly business: the Indy Hall Clubhouse & Community. Indy Hall is Philly's original community of freelancers, remote workers, and more. It's for those who love their freedom and flexibility, but don't like always feeling alone. Their clubhouse in Northern Liberties, near 2nd and Spring Garden, is Indy Hall's latest home, providing a comfortable and flexible place to work, play, and get to know people doing all kinds of cool things in Philadelphia. They'd love to meet you, so check out their website, and their upcoming event schedule, at indyhall.org. 


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]]> 1614 Transforming Philly's Vacant Lots https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphia has 40,000 vacant lots, according to city data. Keeping them clean and green can help reduce crime and littering, and even raise property values. So, what can your community do to start repurposing a vacant lot? Host Trenae Nuri and Nate Hommel, director of planning and design for University City District, talked through the steps for turning a neglected space into a community oasis back in April. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Transforming Philly's Vacant Lots full City Cast Philadelphia has 40,000 vacant lots, according to city data. Keeping them clean and green can help reduce crime and littering, and even raise property values. So, what can your community do to start repurposing a vacant lot? Host Trenae Nuri and Nate Hommel, director of planning and design for University City District, talked through the steps for turning a neglected space into a community oasis back in April. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia has 40,000 vacant lots, according to city data. Keeping them clean and green can help reduce crime and littering, and even raise property values. So, what can your community do to start repurposing a vacant lot? Host Trenae Nuri and Nate Hommel, director of planning and design for University City District, talked through the steps for turning a neglected space into a community oasis back in April.


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]]> 897 Philly Pickleball 101 https://philly.citycast.fm Pickleball fever has swept Philly — and the nation. A mix of badminton, tennis, and ping-pong, the game is now the fastest growing sport in America, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Philly alone is home to more than a dozen public and private pickleball courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrew Freedman, an instructor and ambassador for USA Pickleball, about why this sport is so popular and how you can start playing. For more information about Andrew's pickleball meetups in Seger Park, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Pickleball 101 full City Cast Pickleball fever has swept Philly — and the nation. A mix of badminton, tennis, and ping-pong, the game is now the fastest growing sport in America, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Philly alone is home to more than a dozen public and private pickleball courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrew Freedman, an instructor and ambassador for USA Pickleball, about why this sport is so popular and how you can start playing. For more information about Andrew's pickleball meetups in Seger Park, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Pickleball fever has swept Philly — and the nation. A mix of badminton, tennis, and ping-pong, the game is now the fastest growing sport in America, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Philly alone is home to more than a dozen public and private pickleball courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Andrew Freedman, an instructor and ambassador for USA Pickleball, about why this sport is so popular and how you can start playing.


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]]> 749 The Unwritten Rules of Philly Parking https://philly.citycast.fm In Philly, there are official parking regulations... and then there are those unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down Philly's lawless parking culture and share their hacks to finding the perfect spot in the city. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Unwritten Rules of Philly Parking full City Cast In Philly, there are official parking regulations... and then there are those unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down Philly's lawless parking culture and share their hacks to finding the perfect spot in the city. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In Philly, there are official parking regulations... and then there are those unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down Philly's lawless parking culture and share their hacks to finding the perfect spot in the city.


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]]> 1169 Why 10,000 PA Teachers Left the Classroom https://philly.citycast.fm Philly's new school year starts next week, but districts across Pennsylvania have struggled to hire and retain enough teachers to fully staff their classrooms. By county, Philadelphia had the highest teacher attrition rate statewide at 16.4%, according to Penn State’s Center for Education Evaluation and Policy Analysis. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to unpack one of Pennsylvania’s most complicated education issues, and find out how students and teachers are coping with this shortage. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why 10,000 PA Teachers Left the Classroom full City Cast Philly's new school year starts next week, but districts across Pennsylvania have struggled to hire and retain enough teachers to fully staff their classrooms. By county, Philadelphia had the highest teacher attrition rate statewide at 16.4%, according to Penn State’s Center for Education Evaluation and Policy Analysis. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to unpack one of Pennsylvania’s most complicated education issues, and find out how students and teachers are coping with this shortage. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly's new school year starts next week, but districts across Pennsylvania have struggled to hire and retain enough teachers to fully staff their classrooms. By county, Philadelphia had the highest teacher attrition rate statewide at 16.4%, according to Penn State’s Center for Education Evaluation and Policy Analysis.

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]]> 1253 Mayoral Campaign Plans, North Philly Station Facelift & New Arena Opponents It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Paul Schwedelson, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Business Journal, and Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the plan to redevelop a five-acre area by the North Philadelphia train station, what the city’s mayoral candidates have been up to this summer, and the design group opposing the 76ers' stadium proposal. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Corropolese Tomato Pie chip comes out on top in Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly’ contest Developers buy long-vacant site next to North Philadelphia train station, plan massive mixed-use project A large Philly-based group of architects and designers just came out against the 76ers’ arena plan Hundreds of Philly politicos partied in North Wildwood to toast the Democratic machine’s resurgence RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 25 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Mayoral Campaign Plans, North Philly Station Facelift & New Arena Opponents full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Paul Schwedelson, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Business Journal, and Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the plan to redevelop a five-acre area by the North Philadelphia train station, what the city’s mayoral candidates have been up to this summer, and the design group opposing the 76ers' stadium proposal. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Corropolese Tomato Pie chip comes out on top in Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly’ contest Developers buy long-vacant site next to North Philadelphia train station, plan massive mixed-use project A large Philly-based group of architects and designers just came out against the 76ers’ arena plan Hundreds of Philly politicos partied in North Wildwood to toast the Democratic machine’s resurgence RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Paul Schwedelson, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Business Journal, and Sean Collins Walsh, City Hall reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the plan to redevelop a five-acre area by the North Philadelphia train station, what the city’s mayoral candidates have been up to this summer, and the design group opposing the 76ers' stadium proposal.


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]]> 1044 Your Guide to Outdoor Dining in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Summer is fading fast, but there's still time to grab a bite to eat or a drink at one of Philly's many patios or sidewalk cafes. Back in May, host Trenae Nuri talked with Ben Fileccia, lobbyist with the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association, about how city regulations closed down many outdoor dining options that opened during the pandemic, and where you can still eat outside. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Outdoor Dining in Philly full City Cast Summer is fading fast, but there's still time to grab a bite to eat or a drink at one of Philly's many patios or sidewalk cafes. Back in May, host Trenae Nuri talked with Ben Fileccia, lobbyist with the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association, about how city regulations closed down many outdoor dining options that opened during the pandemic, and where you can still eat outside. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Summer is fading fast, but there's still time to grab a bite to eat or a drink at one of Philly's many patios or sidewalk cafes. Back in May, host Trenae Nuri talked with Ben Fileccia, lobbyist with the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association, about how city regulations closed down many outdoor dining options that opened during the pandemic, and where you can still eat outside.


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]]> 1045 The Changing Story of Eddie Irizarry’s Death https://philly.citycast.fm A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry in North Philly last week. A police department spokesperson initially said Irizarry got out of his car and lunged at officers with a knife in his hand. But almost immediately, officials walked back that account, leaving many unanswered questions about the shooting. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ellie Rushing and Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice reporters at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what we know so far and how Irizarry's family and community are responding to his death.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Changing Story of Eddie Irizarry’s Death full City Cast A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry in North Philly last week. A police department spokesperson initially said Irizarry got out of his car and lunged at officers with a knife in his hand. But almost immediately, officials walked back that account, leaving many unanswered questions about the shooting. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ellie Rushing and Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice reporters at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what we know so far and how Irizarry's family and community are responding to his death.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A Philadelphia police officer shot and killed 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry in North Philly last week. A police department spokesperson initially said Irizarry got out of his car and lunged at officers with a knife in his hand. But almost immediately, officials walked back that account, leaving many unanswered questions about the shooting. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ellie Rushing and Rodrigo Torrejón, criminal justice reporters at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what we know so far and how Irizarry's family and community are responding to his death. 


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]]> 1117 PHL ↔ DC: Local Guide to a Good Time https://philly.citycast.fm We’re taking a trip down I-95 South to Washington, D.C.! Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast DC host Bridget Todd about the most iconic D.C. spots to grab a bite, which tourist traps to avoid, and how folks from the City of Brotherly Love and the nation's capital relate to each other. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 22 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 PHL ↔ DC: Local Guide to a Good Time full City Cast We’re taking a trip down I-95 South to Washington, D.C.! Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast DC host Bridget Todd about the most iconic D.C. spots to grab a bite, which tourist traps to avoid, and how folks from the City of Brotherly Love and the nation's capital relate to each other. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re taking a trip down I-95 South to Washington, D.C.! Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast DC host Bridget Todd about the most iconic D.C. spots to grab a bite, which tourist traps to avoid, and how folks from the City of Brotherly Love and the nation's capital relate to each other.


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]]> 1194 What’s Derailing Philly’s High Line https://philly.citycast.fm Atlanta, Chicago, and New York have all transformed unused railroad lines into beautiful public parks. Philly has been trying to do a similar makeover with the Reading Viaduct for around 20 years. But so far, only a tiny stretch has been completed. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what’s derailing this project's progress.  Read Inga’s full story here. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What’s Derailing Philly’s High Line full City Cast Atlanta, Chicago, and New York have all transformed unused railroad lines into beautiful public parks. Philly has been trying to do a similar makeover with the Reading Viaduct for around 20 years. But so far, only a tiny stretch has been completed. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what’s derailing this project's progress.  Read Inga’s full story here. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Atlanta, Chicago, and New York have all transformed unused railroad lines into beautiful public parks. Philly has been trying to do a similar makeover with the Reading Viaduct for around 20 years. But so far, only a tiny stretch has been completed. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what’s derailing this project's progress. 


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]]> 1008 SEPTA Operator Issues, PA Ties to Trump's Indictment, Springsteen Postponed https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn. They discuss what's causing SEPTA’s recent string of crashes, why the transit agency's drivers are facing more abuse from passengers, and local political figures connected to the most recent Trump indictment. Plus, the Boss postponed his long-awaited Philly shows! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA drivers are increasingly victim to abuse and assaults. Some say the agency isn’t doing enough to protect them. SEPTA and Amtrak plan to reconnect their train stations at 30th Street Pennsylvania’s ‘fake electors’ are unlikely to face consequences. Here’s what they’re up to. Who is Mike Roman, the Philly campaign operative charged in Georgia with helping Trump efforts to overturn the 2020 election? RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 18 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Operator Issues, PA Ties to Trump's Indictment, Springsteen Postponed full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn. They discuss what's causing SEPTA’s recent string of crashes, why the transit agency's drivers are facing more abuse from passengers, and local political figures connected to the most recent Trump indictment. Plus, the Boss postponed his long-awaited Philly shows! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA drivers are increasingly victim to abuse and assaults. Some say the agency isn’t doing enough to protect them. SEPTA and Amtrak plan to reconnect their train stations at 30th Street Pennsylvania’s ‘fake electors’ are unlikely to face consequences. Here’s what they’re up to. Who is Mike Roman, the Philly campaign operative charged in Georgia with helping Trump efforts to overturn the 2020 election? RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Tom Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn. They discuss what's causing SEPTA’s recent string of crashes, why the transit agency's drivers are facing more abuse from passengers, and local political figures connected to the most recent Trump indictment. Plus, the Boss postponed his long-awaited Philly shows!


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SEPTA drivers are increasingly victim to abuse and assaults. Some say the agency isn’t doing enough to protect them.


SEPTA and Amtrak plan to reconnect their train stations at 30th Street


Pennsylvania’s ‘fake electors’ are unlikely to face consequences. Here’s what they’re up to.


Who is Mike Roman, the Philly campaign operative charged in Georgia with helping Trump efforts to overturn the 2020 election?


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]]> 1217 Bye-Bye, ‘Boom Parties’? https://philly.citycast.fm Philly and South Jersey residents have long complained about loud music blasting from cars during late night ‘boom parties' held along the Delaware River. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with PhillyVoice reporter Maggie Mancini about how New Jersey and Philly are pulling the plug on these meetups, and nuisance cars in general, with new laws and fines. Read Maggie’s full story here.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Bye-Bye, ‘Boom Parties’? full City Cast Philly and South Jersey residents have long complained about loud music blasting from cars during late night ‘boom parties' held along the Delaware River. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with PhillyVoice reporter Maggie Mancini about how New Jersey and Philly are pulling the plug on these meetups, and nuisance cars in general, with new laws and fines. Read Maggie’s full story here.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly and South Jersey residents have long complained about loud music blasting from cars during late night ‘boom parties' held along the Delaware River. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with PhillyVoice reporter Maggie Mancini about how New Jersey and Philly are pulling the plug on these meetups, and nuisance cars in general, with new laws and fines.


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]]> 661 How Philly Is Fighting Senior Scammers https://philly.citycast.fm Crimes against the elderly are on the rise, according to the Pennsylvania state courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Alex Blumenthal, supervisor of the Elder Justice Unit in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office, and Sarina Issenberg, coordinator of the Philadelphia Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team, about local initiatives to combat these crimes and support victims. Here is a list of elder justice resources from the Philadelphia’s District Attorney’s Office:  Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office Elder Justice Unit Hotline: (215) 686-5710  CARIE Line and Long-Term Care Ombudsman: (215) 545-5728/ 1-800-356-3606  PCA Helpline: 215-765-9040  PA Attorney General Senior Protection: (866) 623-2137  First Judicial District Elder Justice & Civil Resource Center: (215) 686-7027  SeniorLAW Center HelpLine: 1-877-727-7529 (1-877-PA SR LAW)  In an emergency or to report a crime in progress, please call 911. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How Philly Is Fighting Senior Scammers full City Cast Crimes against the elderly are on the rise, according to the Pennsylvania state courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Alex Blumenthal, supervisor of the Elder Justice Unit in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office, and Sarina Issenberg, coordinator of the Philadelphia Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team, about local initiatives to combat these crimes and support victims. Here is a list of elder justice resources from the Philadelphia’s District Attorney’s Office:  Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office Elder Justice Unit Hotline: (215) 686-5710  CARIE Line and Long-Term Care Ombudsman: (215) 545-5728/ 1-800-356-3606  PCA Helpline: 215-765-9040  PA Attorney General Senior Protection: (866) 623-2137  First Judicial District Elder Justice & Civil Resource Center: (215) 686-7027  SeniorLAW Center HelpLine: 1-877-727-7529 (1-877-PA SR LAW)  In an emergency or to report a crime in progress, please call 911. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Crimes against the elderly are on the rise, according to the Pennsylvania state courts. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Alex Blumenthal, supervisor of the Elder Justice Unit in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office, and Sarina Issenberg, coordinator of the Philadelphia Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team, about local initiatives to combat these crimes and support victims.


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]]> 1041 Date Night ABCs in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Let’s face it, even if you love your sweetheart, sometimes you can fall into a rut with date ideas. Enter "alphabet dating." This new TikTok trend encourages couples to plan date nights with themes for every letter, running from A to Z. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Manisha and Gabe Maday, the Philly couple behind the Instagram account @phillydateideas, about their Philly-centric alphabet dating guide. Check out their Instagram account here.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 15 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Date Night ABCs in Philly full City Cast Let’s face it, even if you love your sweetheart, sometimes you can fall into a rut with date ideas. Enter "alphabet dating." This new TikTok trend encourages couples to plan date nights with themes for every letter, running from A to Z. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Manisha and Gabe Maday, the Philly couple behind the Instagram account @phillydateideas, about their Philly-centric alphabet dating guide. Check out their Instagram account here.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Let’s face it, even if you love your sweetheart, sometimes you can fall into a rut with date ideas. Enter "alphabet dating." This new TikTok trend encourages couples to plan date nights with themes for every letter, running from A to Z. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Manisha and Gabe Maday, the Philly couple behind the Instagram account @phillydateideas, about their Philly-centric alphabet dating guide.


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]]> 804 Can You Afford a Starter Home in Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm There’s new research from the real estate brokerage company Redfin that says first-time homebuyers in the Philly region need to make more money than they did a year ago if they want to buy a house. That means dreams of homeownership remain out of reach for many in our city. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly about what's driving this trend, and whether homes prices are likely to come down any time soon.  Read Aaron's story here: https://whyy.org/articles/philly-area-housing-market-starter-home/ RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 14 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Can You Afford a Starter Home in Philly? full City Cast There’s new research from the real estate brokerage company Redfin that says first-time homebuyers in the Philly region need to make more money than they did a year ago if they want to buy a house. That means dreams of homeownership remain out of reach for many in our city. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly about what's driving this trend, and whether homes prices are likely to come down any time soon.  Read Aaron's story here: https://whyy.org/articles/philly-area-housing-market-starter-home/ RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There’s new research from the real estate brokerage company Redfin that says first-time homebuyers in the Philly region need to make more money than they did a year ago if they want to buy a house. That means dreams of homeownership remain out of reach for many in our city. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly about what's driving this trend, and whether homes prices are likely to come down any time soon. 


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]]> 730 Magic Mushrooms, Tiffany Church Windows, & Clergy Abuse Amendment Fail https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Zoe Greenberg, features reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter with Spotlight PA, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. They discuss the drama over who gets to profit from Tiffany windows discovered in a church in West Philly, why a sexual abuse amendment missed its deadline to get on the November ballot, and why advocates want to see Pennsylvania reform the use of psychedelics.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Dorney Park to get the region’s first dive rollercoaster in 2024 A West Philly church’s Tiffany windows sold for $200,000. A bank says the money is theirs. Proposed relief for child sex abuse survivors won’t reach Pa. ballot in 2023 Pennsylvania is getting closer to psychedelic reform, and advocates in Philly are pushing for decriminalization Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 11 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Magic Mushrooms, Tiffany Church Windows, & Clergy Abuse Amendment Fail full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Zoe Greenberg, features reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter with Spotlight PA, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. They discuss the drama over who gets to profit from Tiffany windows discovered in a church in West Philly, why a sexual abuse amendment missed its deadline to get on the November ballot, and why advocates want to see Pennsylvania reform the use of psychedelics.  RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Dorney Park to get the region’s first dive rollercoaster in 2024 A West Philly church’s Tiffany windows sold for $200,000. A bank says the money is theirs. Proposed relief for child sex abuse survivors won’t reach Pa. ballot in 2023 Pennsylvania is getting closer to psychedelic reform, and advocates in Philly are pushing for decriminalization Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Zoe Greenberg, features reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter with Spotlight PA, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. They discuss the drama over who gets to profit from Tiffany windows discovered in a church in West Philly, why a sexual abuse amendment missed its deadline to get on the November ballot, and why advocates want to see Pennsylvania reform the use of psychedelics. 


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Dorney Park to get the region’s first dive rollercoaster in 2024


A West Philly church’s Tiffany windows sold for $200,000. A bank says the money is theirs.


Proposed relief for child sex abuse survivors won’t reach Pa. ballot in 2023


Pennsylvania is getting closer to psychedelic reform, and advocates in Philly are pushing for decriminalization


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]]> 1029 Is Philly a Rock, Hip-Hop or R&B City? https://philly.citycast.fm This week, hip-hop turns 50. Even though the Bronx birthed this music genre, Philly’s produced some legendary rappers. But that’s not all we’ve done. Our city has deep connections to R&B hitmakers as well as a thriving punk scene. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, and Dave Kiss, talent buyer with Dave Kiss Presents, about which genre or genres best represent Philly’s sound. Plus, we hear from some of our Hey Philly Newsletter readers on the topic! RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! You can follow Dave Kiss’ work here. You can follow Evon Burton’s work here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 10 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Is Philly a Rock, Hip-Hop or R&B City? full City Cast This week, hip-hop turns 50. Even though the Bronx birthed this music genre, Philly’s produced some legendary rappers. But that’s not all we’ve done. Our city has deep connections to R&B hitmakers as well as a thriving punk scene. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, and Dave Kiss, talent buyer with Dave Kiss Presents, about which genre or genres best represent Philly’s sound. Plus, we hear from some of our Hey Philly Newsletter readers on the topic! RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here! You can follow Dave Kiss’ work here. You can follow Evon Burton’s work here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This week, hip-hop turns 50. Even though the Bronx birthed this music genre, Philly’s produced some legendary rappers. But that’s not all we’ve done. Our city has deep connections to R&B hitmakers as well as a thriving punk scene. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, and Dave Kiss, talent buyer with Dave Kiss Presents, about which genre or genres best represent Philly’s sound. Plus, we hear from some of our Hey Philly Newsletter readers on the topic!


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]]> 1206 The Case To Recognize Central Jersey https://philly.citycast.fm There’s been a debate brewing in the Garden State for years. Is Central Jersey a real place? Well, a bill that recently passed the NJ State Legislature would officially settle it and carve up the state into North, Central, and South Jersey. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with bill sponsor and state Senator Andrew Zwicker about what defines Central Jersey and why it deserves to be on the map. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 09 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Case To Recognize Central Jersey full City Cast There’s been a debate brewing in the Garden State for years. Is Central Jersey a real place? Well, a bill that recently passed the NJ State Legislature would officially settle it and carve up the state into North, Central, and South Jersey. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with bill sponsor and state Senator Andrew Zwicker about what defines Central Jersey and why it deserves to be on the map. RSVP for our upcoming live event on 8/30 here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There’s been a debate brewing in the Garden State for years. Is Central Jersey a real place? Well, a bill that recently passed the NJ State Legislature would officially settle it and carve up the state into North, Central, and South Jersey. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with bill sponsor and state Senator Andrew Zwicker about what defines Central Jersey and why it deserves to be on the map.


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]]> 1035 Philly Pizza Showdown: Where's the Best Slice? https://philly.citycast.fm There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a slice of pizza. Luckily, there are plenty of great Philly pizza parlors to choose from, slinging everything from Detroit-style pies to Indian fusion pizza. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wez, the food blogger behind Feeding Time TV, dish about their favorite pizzas in the city.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Pizza Showdown: Where's the Best Slice? full City Cast There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a slice of pizza. Luckily, there are plenty of great Philly pizza parlors to choose from, slinging everything from Detroit-style pies to Indian fusion pizza. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wez, the food blogger behind Feeding Time TV, dish about their favorite pizzas in the city.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a slice of pizza. Luckily, there are plenty of great Philly pizza parlors to choose from, slinging everything from Detroit-style pies to Indian fusion pizza. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wez, the food blogger behind Feeding Time TV, dish about their favorite pizzas in the city. 


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]]> 1045 One Year Into the Sixers Stadium Debate https://philly.citycast.fm/ Just over a year ago, the Philadelphia 76ers announced a new plan to build a stadium in Center City. Since then, it’s pretty much been non-stop controversy. The Sixers say they want a modern, new stadium where they get to control their schedule. But some community groups, many in Chinatown, say they don’t want a stadium in their backyard. Host Trenae Nuri digs in with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn. They cover all the highlights of this debate and what decision-makers could do in the coming months.  Read more of Jordan’s reporting here Read more about the stadium plan here.  These are the five possible designs for Philly’s permanent Harriet Tubman statue Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 07 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 One Year Into the Sixers Stadium Debate full City Cast Just over a year ago, the Philadelphia 76ers announced a new plan to build a stadium in Center City. Since then, it’s pretty much been non-stop controversy. The Sixers say they want a modern, new stadium where they get to control their schedule. But some community groups, many in Chinatown, say they don’t want a stadium in their backyard. Host Trenae Nuri digs in with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn. They cover all the highlights of this debate and what decision-makers could do in the coming months.  Read more of Jordan’s reporting here Read more about the stadium plan here.  These are the five possible designs for Philly’s permanent Harriet Tubman statue Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Just over a year ago, the Philadelphia 76ers announced a new plan to build a stadium in Center City. Since then, it’s pretty much been non-stop controversy. The Sixers say they want a modern, new stadium where they get to control their schedule. But some community groups, many in Chinatown, say they don’t want a stadium in their backyard. Host Trenae Nuri digs in with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn. They cover all the highlights of this debate and what decision-makers could do in the coming months. 


Read more of Jordan’s reporting here


Read more about the stadium plan here. 


These are the five possible designs for Philly’s permanent Harriet Tubman statue


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]]> 1028 Eagles Kelly Green-Gate, Temple Owl Rebrand, New Baseball Exhibit in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s a ~sporty~ Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by John Barchard, co-host of Bell and the Birdmen podcast, Jaison Nieves, sports social media manager at The Temple News, Brian Micheal, owner of Shibe Vintage Sports, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.  They discuss how the Philadelphia Eagles throwback Kelly green uniforms rollout was leaked, Temple University’s updated sports logo, and a new exhibit displaying Philly’s connections to baseball's groundbreaking Negro leagues.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.25 billion after no one hits the top prize The Eagles fan behind throwback jersey leak Eagles Fans Furious Over Canceled Kelly Green Jersey Orders Temple introduces new logo for athletics Temple has a new logo, so here’s a look back at 25 owls that came before Negro Leagues exhibit at Cherry Street Pier tells stories of Philadelphia’s baseball past City Cast Philly 1 Year Anniversary Live Taping Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  We’re also on Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Eagles Kelly Green-Gate, Temple Owl Rebrand, New Baseball Exhibit in Philly full City Cast It’s a ~sporty~ Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by John Barchard, co-host of Bell and the Birdmen podcast, Jaison Nieves, sports social media manager at The Temple News, Brian Micheal, owner of Shibe Vintage Sports, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia.  They discuss how the Philadelphia Eagles throwback Kelly green uniforms rollout was leaked, Temple University’s updated sports logo, and a new exhibit displaying Philly’s connections to baseball's groundbreaking Negro leagues.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.25 billion after no one hits the top prize The Eagles fan behind throwback jersey leak Eagles Fans Furious Over Canceled Kelly Green Jersey Orders Temple introduces new logo for athletics Temple has a new logo, so here’s a look back at 25 owls that came before Negro Leagues exhibit at Cherry Street Pier tells stories of Philadelphia’s baseball past City Cast Philly 1 Year Anniversary Live Taping Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  We’re also on Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s a ~sporty~ Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by John Barchard, co-host of Bell and the Birdmen podcast, Jaison Nieves, sports social media manager at The Temple News, Brian Micheal, owner of Shibe Vintage Sports, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. 


They discuss how the Philadelphia Eagles throwback Kelly green uniforms rollout was leaked, Temple University’s updated sports logo, and a new exhibit displaying Philly’s connections to baseball's groundbreaking Negro leagues.

 

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Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $1.25 billion after no one hits the top prize


The Eagles fan behind throwback jersey leak


Eagles Fans Furious Over Canceled Kelly Green Jersey Orders


Temple introduces new logo for athletics


Temple has a new logo, so here’s a look back at 25 owls that came before


Negro Leagues exhibit at Cherry Street Pier tells stories of Philadelphia’s baseball past


City Cast Philly 1 Year Anniversary Live Taping


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]]> 1023 How to Make Philly More Kid-Friendly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly is a great place to raise kids, but it could be even better. Host Trenae Nuri goes from A-to-Z on what could improve with Christine Speer Lejeune, a fellow Philly parent and contributing editor at Philadelphia Magazine. Christine breaks down 17 big kid-centric innovations the city could try, from appointing a child mayor to encouraging more multigenerational housing.  You can read the story Christine co-wrote here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 03 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How to Make Philly More Kid-Friendly full City Cast Philly is a great place to raise kids, but it could be even better. Host Trenae Nuri goes from A-to-Z on what could improve with Christine Speer Lejeune, a fellow Philly parent and contributing editor at Philadelphia Magazine. Christine breaks down 17 big kid-centric innovations the city could try, from appointing a child mayor to encouraging more multigenerational housing.  You can read the story Christine co-wrote here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly is a great place to raise kids, but it could be even better. Host Trenae Nuri goes from A-to-Z on what could improve with Christine Speer Lejeune, a fellow Philly parent and contributing editor at Philadelphia Magazine. Christine breaks down 17 big kid-centric innovations the city could try, from appointing a child mayor to encouraging more multigenerational housing. 


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]]> 1224 Why 1 in 5 City Jobs Are Vacant in Philly Thousands of Philly city government jobs are vacant, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. This labor shortage affects everything from how quickly someone picks up your 911 call, to how late your local library is open. And this is all putting pressure on the city budget, in the form of rampant overtime. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ryan Briggs, a researcher on the investigations team at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about why there are so many job openings and how we’re all paying for them.  Read reporting by Anna Orso and Ryan Briggs from The Philadelphia Inquirer here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why 1 in 5 City Jobs Are Vacant in Philly full City Cast Thousands of Philly city government jobs are vacant, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. This labor shortage affects everything from how quickly someone picks up your 911 call, to how late your local library is open. And this is all putting pressure on the city budget, in the form of rampant overtime. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ryan Briggs, a researcher on the investigations team at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about why there are so many job openings and how we’re all paying for them.  Read reporting by Anna Orso and Ryan Briggs from The Philadelphia Inquirer here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thousands of Philly city government jobs are vacant, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. This labor shortage affects everything from how quickly someone picks up your 911 call, to how late your local library is open. And this is all putting pressure on the city budget, in the form of rampant overtime. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ryan Briggs, a researcher on the investigations team at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about why there are so many job openings and how we’re all paying for them. 


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]]> 1006 Meet the Edible Plants in Your Neighborhood Lemon Hill is usually a place where people host cookouts, but it’s also a great spot to forage for local, edible plants. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz explore this corner of Fairmount Park with Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly. She shares her knowledge about the vast variety of useful plants found in our city, as well as some general tips on urban foraging.  You can learn more about Wild Foodies of Philly, and the group’s meetups, at http://www.wildfoodies.org/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Meet the Edible Plants in Your Neighborhood full City Cast Lemon Hill is usually a place where people host cookouts, but it’s also a great spot to forage for local, edible plants. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz explore this corner of Fairmount Park with Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly. She shares her knowledge about the vast variety of useful plants found in our city, as well as some general tips on urban foraging.  You can learn more about Wild Foodies of Philly, and the group’s meetups, at http://www.wildfoodies.org/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Lemon Hill is usually a place where people host cookouts, but it’s also a great spot to forage for local, edible plants. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz explore this corner of Fairmount Park with Lynn Landes, the creator of Wild Foodies of Philly. She shares her knowledge about the vast variety of useful plants found in our city, as well as some general tips on urban foraging. 


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]]> 1014 The Philly Area's Massive Sinkholes, Explained Potholes are just part of life in Philly, and now it feels like sinkholes are too. In the last few weeks, sinkholes have closed city streets, shut down a highway in Montgomery County, and maybe even derailed a freight train. Host Trenae Nuri dives into the bedrock issues causing these cave-ins with Laura Toran, a hydrogeologist at Temple University. Here’s a geological map of Pennsylvania sinkholes.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Philly Area's Massive Sinkholes, Explained full City Cast Potholes are just part of life in Philly, and now it feels like sinkholes are too. In the last few weeks, sinkholes have closed city streets, shut down a highway in Montgomery County, and maybe even derailed a freight train. Host Trenae Nuri dives into the bedrock issues causing these cave-ins with Laura Toran, a hydrogeologist at Temple University. Here’s a geological map of Pennsylvania sinkholes.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Potholes are just part of life in Philly, and now it feels like sinkholes are too. In the last few weeks, sinkholes have closed city streets, shut down a highway in Montgomery County, and maybe even derailed a freight train. Host Trenae Nuri dives into the bedrock issues causing these cave-ins with Laura Toran, a hydrogeologist at Temple University.


Here’s a geological map of Pennsylvania sinkholes. 


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]]> 817 Unlicensed AirBnB Crackdown, Delco Cold Case Solved & Glen Mills To Reopen https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, reporter at Billy Penn, and Kenny Cooper, reporter with WHYY News. They discuss why the city is going after unlicensed short-term rentals, how Delaware County and Pennsylvania State Police cracked a 48-year-old cold case, and why the former Glen Mills campus plans to admit students this fall.  Note: This episode briefly mentions child sexual abuse, so please take care while listening. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Former Glen Mills campus plans to admit students in September Delaware County law enforcement, Pa. state police crack 48-year-old Marple Township cold case Philly is cracking down on unlicensed Airbnb hosts, with 1,500 listings at risk of removal Philly Council passes tougher Airbnb regulations Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Unlicensed AirBnB Crackdown, Delco Cold Case Solved & Glen Mills To Reopen full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, reporter at Billy Penn, and Kenny Cooper, reporter with WHYY News. They discuss why the city is going after unlicensed short-term rentals, how Delaware County and Pennsylvania State Police cracked a 48-year-old cold case, and why the former Glen Mills campus plans to admit students this fall.  Note: This episode briefly mentions child sexual abuse, so please take care while listening. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Former Glen Mills campus plans to admit students in September Delaware County law enforcement, Pa. state police crack 48-year-old Marple Township cold case Philly is cracking down on unlicensed Airbnb hosts, with 1,500 listings at risk of removal Philly Council passes tougher Airbnb regulations Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, reporter at Billy Penn, and Kenny Cooper, reporter with WHYY News. They discuss why the city is going after unlicensed short-term rentals, how Delaware County and Pennsylvania State Police cracked a 48-year-old cold case, and why the former Glen Mills campus plans to admit students this fall. 


Note: This episode briefly mentions child sexual abuse, so please take care while listening.


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Former Glen Mills campus plans to admit students in September


Delaware County law enforcement, Pa. state police crack 48-year-old Marple Township cold case


Philly is cracking down on unlicensed Airbnb hosts, with 1,500 listings at risk of removal


Philly Council passes tougher Airbnb regulations


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]]> 961 How PA Liquor Laws Are Changing Philly's Bar Scene https://philly.citycast.fm Philly’s bar scene is changing. There’s more trendy, beer gardens popping up, and you can drink in grocery stores. But where are those neighborhood corner bars where you can get a cheap drink, you know the bartender by their first name, and there’s no a crowd to push through? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Paul L. Herron, Esquire, of Kelly & Herron, P.C., who has spent decades working with bar owners to keep their taps flowing. They discuss why the drinking scene in Philly is changing. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How PA Liquor Laws Are Changing Philly's Bar Scene full City Cast Philly’s bar scene is changing. There’s more trendy, beer gardens popping up, and you can drink in grocery stores. But where are those neighborhood corner bars where you can get a cheap drink, you know the bartender by their first name, and there’s no a crowd to push through? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Paul L. Herron, Esquire, of Kelly & Herron, P.C., who has spent decades working with bar owners to keep their taps flowing. They discuss why the drinking scene in Philly is changing. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly’s bar scene is changing. There’s more trendy, beer gardens popping up, and you can drink in grocery stores. But where are those neighborhood corner bars where you can get a cheap drink, you know the bartender by their first name, and there’s no a crowd to push through? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Paul L. Herron, Esquire, of Kelly & Herron, P.C., who has spent decades working with bar owners to keep their taps flowing. They discuss why the drinking scene in Philly is changing.


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]]> 862 What A.I. Thinks of Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s writing travel guides, doing customer service, and even making art. ChatGPT is one such AI tool, that responds to questions or requests in text form. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz put questions about Philly to ChatGPT, and get back some surprising answers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What A.I. Thinks of Philly full City Cast Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s writing travel guides, doing customer service, and even making art. ChatGPT is one such AI tool, that responds to questions or requests in text form. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz put questions about Philly to ChatGPT, and get back some surprising answers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s writing travel guides, doing customer service, and even making art. ChatGPT is one such AI tool, that responds to questions or requests in text form. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz put questions about Philly to ChatGPT, and get back some surprising answers.


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]]> 1173 Why Is the Water Bill So High https://philly.citycast.fm Some Philly residents are frustrated by surprisingly high water bills. The Philadelphia Water Department says they’ve upgraded residents’ home water meters to be more accurate and high charges are rare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn about why some customers are struggling to keep up with the water bills and what relief is available.    Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why Is the Water Bill So High full City Cast Some Philly residents are frustrated by surprisingly high water bills. The Philadelphia Water Department says they’ve upgraded residents’ home water meters to be more accurate and high charges are rare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn about why some customers are struggling to keep up with the water bills and what relief is available.    Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Some Philly residents are frustrated by surprisingly high water bills. The Philadelphia Water Department says they’ve upgraded residents’ home water meters to be more accurate and high charges are rare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn about why some customers are struggling to keep up with the water bills and what relief is available.   


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]]> 818 Weirdest Local Laws Still on the Books https://philly.citycast.fm Pennsylvania’s laws can sometimes feel like they were written for another time. That’s because many of them were. From a ban on fishing with dynamite, to a prohibition on fortune-telling for money, we get into some of the weirdest state laws still on the books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Weirdest Local Laws Still on the Books full City Cast Pennsylvania’s laws can sometimes feel like they were written for another time. That’s because many of them were. From a ban on fishing with dynamite, to a prohibition on fortune-telling for money, we get into some of the weirdest state laws still on the books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Pennsylvania’s laws can sometimes feel like they were written for another time. That’s because many of them were. From a ban on fishing with dynamite, to a prohibition on fortune-telling for money, we get into some of the weirdest state laws still on the books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA.


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]]> 941 How To Survive a Flash Flood, Looming UPS Strike https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Sophia Schmidt, environmental reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. They discuss a looming UPS strike and what it could mean for thousands of workers in our region, as well as what we’ve learned about the recent deadly flash flood in Bucks County.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly UPS workers have been preparing for a possible strike Climate scientists say extreme rain behind deadly Bucks County flood is becoming more frequent Ranking Philly’s Most Iconic Treats Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How To Survive a Flash Flood, Looming UPS Strike full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Sophia Schmidt, environmental reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. They discuss a looming UPS strike and what it could mean for thousands of workers in our region, as well as what we’ve learned about the recent deadly flash flood in Bucks County.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly UPS workers have been preparing for a possible strike Climate scientists say extreme rain behind deadly Bucks County flood is becoming more frequent Ranking Philly’s Most Iconic Treats Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Sophia Schmidt, environmental reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. They discuss a looming UPS strike and what it could mean for thousands of workers in our region, as well as what we’ve learned about the recent deadly flash flood in Bucks County. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Philly UPS workers have been preparing for a possible strike


Climate scientists say extreme rain behind deadly Bucks County flood is becoming more frequent


Ranking Philly’s Most Iconic Treats


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]]> 1015 The Mystery of Philly's Enormous Center City Dinosaurs https://philly.citycast.fm Imagine waking up one day and looking out your window to see 20 dinosaurs mounted on a roof of a nearby skyscraper. This isn’t a joke. Host Trenae Nuri and Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, chat about why there are enormous sculptures of prehistoric creatures on an apartment building in Center City, and what weird pop-ups like this say about our city.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 20 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Mystery of Philly's Enormous Center City Dinosaurs full City Cast Imagine waking up one day and looking out your window to see 20 dinosaurs mounted on a roof of a nearby skyscraper. This isn’t a joke. Host Trenae Nuri and Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, chat about why there are enormous sculptures of prehistoric creatures on an apartment building in Center City, and what weird pop-ups like this say about our city.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Imagine waking up one day and looking out your window to see 20 dinosaurs mounted on a roof of a nearby skyscraper. This isn’t a joke. Host Trenae Nuri and Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, chat about why there are enormous sculptures of prehistoric creatures on an apartment building in Center City, and what weird pop-ups like this say about our city.  


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]]> 765 Is Philly Really Bike-Friendly? https://philly.citycast.fm Philly was recently named the 4th Best Place to Bike in America, according to PeopleForBikes, a nonprofit that focuses on bike safety and access. But is Philly actually bike friendly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stuart Leon and Zach Leon, bicycle crash and safe street lawyers in Philadelphia, and Dillon Mast, paralegal at Stuart Leon Bicycle Crash Law, about how cyclists can stay safe in Philly streets.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Is Philly Really Bike-Friendly? full City Cast Philly was recently named the 4th Best Place to Bike in America, according to PeopleForBikes, a nonprofit that focuses on bike safety and access. But is Philly actually bike friendly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stuart Leon and Zach Leon, bicycle crash and safe street lawyers in Philadelphia, and Dillon Mast, paralegal at Stuart Leon Bicycle Crash Law, about how cyclists can stay safe in Philly streets.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly was recently named the 4th Best Place to Bike in America, according to PeopleForBikes, a nonprofit that focuses on bike safety and access. But is Philly actually bike friendly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stuart Leon and Zach Leon, bicycle crash and safe street lawyers in Philadelphia, and Dillon Mast, paralegal at Stuart Leon Bicycle Crash Law, about how cyclists can stay safe in Philly streets. 


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]]> 977 Ranking Philly’s Most Iconic Treats From Peanut Chews to Tastykakes, pretzels to water ice, Philly is home to some great treats. In this show from March, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite local snacks. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Ranking Philly’s Most Iconic Treats full City Cast From Peanut Chews to Tastykakes, pretzels to water ice, Philly is home to some great treats. In this show from March, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite local snacks. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From Peanut Chews to Tastykakes, pretzels to water ice, Philly is home to some great treats. In this show from March, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite local snacks.


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]]> 1365 When Philly Evictions Turn Violent https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphia uses a private law firm, known as the landlord-tenant officer, and private security companies, to carry out many evictions. This practice has come under fire recently after two attempted evictions resulted in private security officers shooting off their weapons. In one case, a tenant was shot in the head and had to be rushed to the hospital. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about why the city handles evictions this way, and what changes  Here’s a link to Aaron’s story. Worried about getting evicted? Call the Philly Tenant Hotline at (267) 443-2500. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 When Philly Evictions Turn Violent full City Cast Philadelphia uses a private law firm, known as the landlord-tenant officer, and private security companies, to carry out many evictions. This practice has come under fire recently after two attempted evictions resulted in private security officers shooting off their weapons. In one case, a tenant was shot in the head and had to be rushed to the hospital. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about why the city handles evictions this way, and what changes  Here’s a link to Aaron’s story. Worried about getting evicted? Call the Philly Tenant Hotline at (267) 443-2500. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia uses a private law firm, known as the landlord-tenant officer, and private security companies, to carry out many evictions. This practice has come under fire recently after two attempted evictions resulted in private security officers shooting off their weapons. In one case, a tenant was shot in the head and had to be rushed to the hospital.


Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about why the city handles evictions this way, and what changes 


Here’s a link to Aaron’s story. Worried about getting evicted? Call the Philly Tenant Hotline at (267) 443-2500.


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]]> 860 Greyhound Bus Station Relocation, Families Ditching the Jersey Shore https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Erin McCarthy, consumer reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss how to stay cool during the summer, how travelers are dealing with the new Greyhound Bus stop location, and why some families are getting priced out of Jersey shore vacation home rentals.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Greyhound’s bus station move leads to dead-end on Cuthbert and crowds of customers on Market Priced out of the Jersey Shore: Some travelers opt for all-inclusive resorts instead as rental costs soar The Philadelphia Fire Department is hiring Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 14 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Greyhound Bus Station Relocation, Families Ditching the Jersey Shore full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Erin McCarthy, consumer reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss how to stay cool during the summer, how travelers are dealing with the new Greyhound Bus stop location, and why some families are getting priced out of Jersey shore vacation home rentals.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Greyhound’s bus station move leads to dead-end on Cuthbert and crowds of customers on Market Priced out of the Jersey Shore: Some travelers opt for all-inclusive resorts instead as rental costs soar The Philadelphia Fire Department is hiring Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Erin McCarthy, consumer reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss how to stay cool during the summer, how travelers are dealing with the new Greyhound Bus stop location, and why some families are getting priced out of Jersey shore vacation home rentals. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Greyhound’s bus station move leads to dead-end on Cuthbert and crowds of customers on Market


Priced out of the Jersey Shore: Some travelers opt for all-inclusive resorts instead as rental costs soar


The Philadelphia Fire Department is hiring


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]]> 1008 How Philly Feels Climate Change https://philly.citycast.fm Philly‘s had some wild weather this summer. There’s been a drought watch, downpours, as well as killer heat and humidity. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, regional environmental reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how climate change drives all different kinds of extreme weather we feel in Philly. Read more of Frank’s reporting here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 13 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How Philly Feels Climate Change full City Cast Philly‘s had some wild weather this summer. There’s been a drought watch, downpours, as well as killer heat and humidity. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, regional environmental reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how climate change drives all different kinds of extreme weather we feel in Philly. Read more of Frank’s reporting here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly‘s had some wild weather this summer. There’s been a drought watch, downpours, as well as killer heat and humidity. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, regional environmental reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how climate change drives all different kinds of extreme weather we feel in Philly.


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]]> 1035 Beyonce, Burlesque & BalletX: Philly’s Best Dance Shows https://philly.citycast.fm All summer long, we’ve talked about music festivals, free events and places to eat. Add a dance show to your list! Philly has a strong, innovative dance community. Host Trenae Nuri and Charles Tyson Jr., City Cast Philly’s arts and culture contributor, talk about some of the must see dance performances taking stage in the city this summer.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Beyonce, Burlesque & BalletX: Philly’s Best Dance Shows full City Cast All summer long, we’ve talked about music festivals, free events and places to eat. Add a dance show to your list! Philly has a strong, innovative dance community. Host Trenae Nuri and Charles Tyson Jr., City Cast Philly’s arts and culture contributor, talk about some of the must see dance performances taking stage in the city this summer.   Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. All summer long, we’ve talked about music festivals, free events and places to eat. Add a dance show to your list! Philly has a strong, innovative dance community. Host Trenae Nuri and Charles Tyson Jr., City Cast Philly’s arts and culture contributor, talk about some of the must see dance performances taking stage in the city this summer.  


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]]> 834 Devil’s Pool: Philly’s Forbidden Swimming Hole https://philly.citycast.fm It’s no secret Philly gets unbearably hot in the summer. So every year, people find a place to swim in a nearby creek in the Wissahickon Valley Park in Northwest Philly called Devil’s Pool. But it’s totally against park rules to swim in the creek. Host Trenae Nuri and Ben Seal, freelance reporter for Grid Philly, discuss why are people still going in the water.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Devil’s Pool: Philly’s Forbidden Swimming Hole full City Cast It’s no secret Philly gets unbearably hot in the summer. So every year, people find a place to swim in a nearby creek in the Wissahickon Valley Park in Northwest Philly called Devil’s Pool. But it’s totally against park rules to swim in the creek. Host Trenae Nuri and Ben Seal, freelance reporter for Grid Philly, discuss why are people still going in the water.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s no secret Philly gets unbearably hot in the summer. So every year, people find a place to swim in a nearby creek in the Wissahickon Valley Park in Northwest Philly called Devil’s Pool. But it’s totally against park rules to swim in the creek. Host Trenae Nuri and Ben Seal, freelance reporter for Grid Philly, discuss why are people still going in the water. 


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]]> 747 The Battle to Preserve Spruce Hill https://philly.citycast.fm/ In West Philly’s Spruce Hill, homeowners are hoping that the third time’s the charm to get the area declared a historic district, in order to protect its vast collection of Victorian homes from demolition. However, this plan isn’t popular with everyone in the neighborhood. The student housing companies that own many of these properties want to keep their options open for future development, and some homeowners worry about increased maintenance costs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter with the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the fight over the future of this neighborhood. You can read Jake’s story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Battle to Preserve Spruce Hill full City Cast In West Philly’s Spruce Hill, homeowners are hoping that the third time’s the charm to get the area declared a historic district, in order to protect its vast collection of Victorian homes from demolition. However, this plan isn’t popular with everyone in the neighborhood. The student housing companies that own many of these properties want to keep their options open for future development, and some homeowners worry about increased maintenance costs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter with the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the fight over the future of this neighborhood. You can read Jake’s story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In West Philly’s Spruce Hill, homeowners are hoping that the third time’s the charm to get the area declared a historic district, in order to protect its vast collection of Victorian homes from demolition. However, this plan isn’t popular with everyone in the neighborhood. The student housing companies that own many of these properties want to keep their options open for future development, and some homeowners worry about increased maintenance costs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter with the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the fight over the future of this neighborhood.


You can read Jake’s story here. 


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]]> 910 A Deadly SW Philly Shooting & Catalytic Converter Thieves Busted It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss what we know about this week’s mass shooting in the Kingsessing neighborhood, how gun violence is trending in the city overall, and how Bucks County prosecutors busted an allegedly multimillion-dollar catalytic converter theft ring.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Kingsessing mass shooting suspect told police the rampage was an attempt to fight gun violence, sources say Halfway through 2023, shootings are down and more killings are solved. But trauma persists. Philly tow company snared in catalytic converter theft ring Philadelphia files lawsuit to crack down on ghost guns Financial assistance for businesses impacted by the I-95 temporary closure in Northeast Philadelphia Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 07 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 A Deadly SW Philly Shooting & Catalytic Converter Thieves Busted full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss what we know about this week’s mass shooting in the Kingsessing neighborhood, how gun violence is trending in the city overall, and how Bucks County prosecutors busted an allegedly multimillion-dollar catalytic converter theft ring.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The Kingsessing mass shooting suspect told police the rampage was an attempt to fight gun violence, sources say Halfway through 2023, shootings are down and more killings are solved. But trauma persists. Philly tow company snared in catalytic converter theft ring Philadelphia files lawsuit to crack down on ghost guns Financial assistance for businesses impacted by the I-95 temporary closure in Northeast Philadelphia Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss what we know about this week’s mass shooting in the Kingsessing neighborhood, how gun violence is trending in the city overall, and how Bucks County prosecutors busted an allegedly multimillion-dollar catalytic converter theft ring. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


The Kingsessing mass shooting suspect told police the rampage was an attempt to fight gun violence, sources say


Halfway through 2023, shootings are down and more killings are solved. But trauma persists.


Philly tow company snared in catalytic converter theft ring


Philadelphia files lawsuit to crack down on ghost guns


Financial assistance for businesses impacted by the I-95 temporary closure in Northeast Philadelphia


Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly


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]]> 1289 Philly’s Smoking Bars Are on Borrowed Time https://philly.citycast.fm McGlinchey’s Bar is a long-standing dive on South 15th Street in Center City. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Ali Mohsen, food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sheldon Sokol, co-owner of McGlinchey’s Bar, about the culture and policies that are keeping Philly's smoking bars alive, and why they'll likely die off in the next couple of decades. Read Ali’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Smoking Bars Are on Borrowed Time full City Cast McGlinchey’s Bar is a long-standing dive on South 15th Street in Center City. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Ali Mohsen, food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sheldon Sokol, co-owner of McGlinchey’s Bar, about the culture and policies that are keeping Philly's smoking bars alive, and why they'll likely die off in the next couple of decades. Read Ali’s full story here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. McGlinchey’s Bar is a long-standing dive on South 15th Street in Center City. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces.

Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Ali Mohsen, food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sheldon Sokol, co-owner of McGlinchey’s Bar, about the culture and policies that are keeping Philly's smoking bars alive, and why they'll likely die off in the next couple of decades.


Read Ali’s full story here. 


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]]> 855 Offbeat Attractions in Philly from Atlas Obscura Philadelphia is known for the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks. But this city also has Philbert the Pig, and a bunch of other weird and fun places to visit. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about his recommendations in Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Offbeat Attractions in Philly from Atlas Obscura full City Cast Philadelphia is known for the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks. But this city also has Philbert the Pig, and a bunch of other weird and fun places to visit. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about his recommendations in Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia is known for the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks. But this city also has Philbert the Pig, and a bunch of other weird and fun places to visit. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about his recommendations in Philly.


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]]> 1170 Why Vanity Plates Get Rejected in PA https://philly.citycast.fm Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates. This episode aired in March 2023.  Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here. Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected. Can you set off fireworks in Philadelphia? What to know about the rules and regs in advance of July 4 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why Vanity Plates Get Rejected in PA full City Cast Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates. This episode aired in March 2023.  Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here. Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected. Can you set off fireworks in Philadelphia? What to know about the rules and regs in advance of July 4 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates. This episode aired in March 2023. 


Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here.


Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected.


Can you set off fireworks in Philadelphia? What to know about the rules and regs in advance of July 4



Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.


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]]> 1235 Conservative Summit in Philly, Driving I-95 Again, Alternative Walking Tours https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They discuss why the conservative school board group Moms for Liberty is hosting a summit in Philly this weekend, the new temporary lanes on I-95, and some alternative walking tours in the city that explore more than just colonial history. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Temporary I-95 lanes are open for traffic; Philly mascots are among the first to cross What to know about Moms for Liberty, the book-ban backers hosting a summit in Philly this week  Alt Philly history: Walking tours to explore the city’s diverse cultural heritage Yeho Bostick Celebration of Life Free Stuff To Do This Summer in Philly Your Guide to the Perfect Phillies Game Your Guide to Philly Concerts This Summer Dog-Friendly Philadelphia Summer Events What to Eat in Philly This Summer Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Conservative Summit in Philly, Driving I-95 Again, Alternative Walking Tours full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They discuss why the conservative school board group Moms for Liberty is hosting a summit in Philly this weekend, the new temporary lanes on I-95, and some alternative walking tours in the city that explore more than just colonial history. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Temporary I-95 lanes are open for traffic; Philly mascots are among the first to cross What to know about Moms for Liberty, the book-ban backers hosting a summit in Philly this week  Alt Philly history: Walking tours to explore the city’s diverse cultural heritage Yeho Bostick Celebration of Life Free Stuff To Do This Summer in Philly Your Guide to the Perfect Phillies Game Your Guide to Philly Concerts This Summer Dog-Friendly Philadelphia Summer Events What to Eat in Philly This Summer Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They discuss why the conservative school board group Moms for Liberty is hosting a summit in Philly this weekend, the new temporary lanes on I-95, and some alternative walking tours in the city that explore more than just colonial history.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Temporary I-95 lanes are open for traffic; Philly mascots are among the first to cross


What to know about Moms for Liberty, the book-ban backers hosting a summit in Philly this week 


Alt Philly history: Walking tours to explore the city’s diverse cultural heritage


Yeho Bostick Celebration of Life


Free Stuff To Do This Summer in Philly


Your Guide to the Perfect Phillies Game


Your Guide to Philly Concerts This Summer


Dog-Friendly Philadelphia Summer Events


What to Eat in Philly This Summer


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly 


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]]> 1277 The Best Ways to Celebrate July 4th in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm July 4th is a big deal, especially here in Philadelphia. This city is the birthplace of the nation, and its former capital. Our streets carry years of history and tradition. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz about all the ways Philly celebrates the Independence Day! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Ways to Celebrate July 4th in Philly full City Cast July 4th is a big deal, especially here in Philadelphia. This city is the birthplace of the nation, and its former capital. Our streets carry years of history and tradition. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz about all the ways Philly celebrates the Independence Day! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. July 4th is a big deal, especially here in Philadelphia. This city is the birthplace of the nation, and its former capital. Our streets carry years of history and tradition. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz about all the ways Philly celebrates the Independence Day!


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]]> 1095 Things You Didn’t Know Your Library Card Could Do https://philly.citycast.fm From music to binoculars to cake pans, your Philly library card can be used to check out way more than books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christine Caputo, youth services administrator and city programming manager at the Free Library of Philadelphia, about all your local library branch has to offer. Find your closest library here.  Other links from the episode: Listen back to our episode about Philly’s Alternative to Locking People Up.  Vote for the name of Philly's public restroom pilot project. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Things You Didn’t Know Your Library Card Could Do full City Cast From music to binoculars to cake pans, your Philly library card can be used to check out way more than books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christine Caputo, youth services administrator and city programming manager at the Free Library of Philadelphia, about all your local library branch has to offer. Find your closest library here.  Other links from the episode: Listen back to our episode about Philly’s Alternative to Locking People Up.  Vote for the name of Philly's public restroom pilot project. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From music to binoculars to cake pans, your Philly library card can be used to check out way more than books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christine Caputo, youth services administrator and city programming manager at the Free Library of Philadelphia, about all your local library branch has to offer.


Find your closest library here. 


Other links from the episode:


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]]> 906 Summer Activities in Philly Parks https://philly.citycast.fm From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green spaces. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about all of the different kinds of activities available at your local park. This episode originally aired March 22, 2023.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Summer Activities in Philly Parks full City Cast From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green spaces. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about all of the different kinds of activities available at your local park. This episode originally aired March 22, 2023.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green spaces. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about all of the different kinds of activities available at your local park. This episode originally aired March 22, 2023. 


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]]> 841 What’s So Attractive About Philly’s Market East? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Downtown Market East has seen a lot of changes over the past few years. New restaurants, office spaces, and apartments are popping up. Even the 76ers have their eyes on this neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ben Seal, freelancer reporter for Billy Penn, about what new development is still coming to Market East and why businesses are so attracted to this side of town.  You can read Ben’s full story here.  Check out the Philadelphia Bookstore Map! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What’s So Attractive About Philly’s Market East? full City Cast Downtown Market East has seen a lot of changes over the past few years. New restaurants, office spaces, and apartments are popping up. Even the 76ers have their eyes on this neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ben Seal, freelancer reporter for Billy Penn, about what new development is still coming to Market East and why businesses are so attracted to this side of town.  You can read Ben’s full story here.  Check out the Philadelphia Bookstore Map! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Downtown Market East has seen a lot of changes over the past few years. New restaurants, office spaces, and apartments are popping up. Even the 76ers have their eyes on this neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ben Seal, freelancer reporter for Billy Penn, about what new development is still coming to Market East and why businesses are so attracted to this side of town. 


You can read Ben’s full story here. 


Check out the Philadelphia Bookstore Map!


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 953 Keeping Roosevelt Blvd Speed Cameras, Minimum Wage Bill, New Philly Landmarks https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Maggie Mancini, staff writer at Philly Voice, and Kimberly Haas, staff writer at Hidden City. They discuss how speed cameras on Roosevelt Blvd could become permanent, Pennsylvania House passes a bill to raise minimum wage in the state, and new landmarks are added to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Bagels & Co. set to open new shops in Rittenhouse, Brewerytown Pennsylvania House passes bill to raise minimum wage to $15 by 2026 Speed cameras on Roosevelt Boulevard could become permanent under new bill Two African American Landmarks, Wharton Hall, and Others Added to the Philadelphia Register Also, check out the University City Historical Society and the Philadelphia Historical Commission. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Keeping Roosevelt Blvd Speed Cameras, Minimum Wage Bill, New Philly Landmarks full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Maggie Mancini, staff writer at Philly Voice, and Kimberly Haas, staff writer at Hidden City. They discuss how speed cameras on Roosevelt Blvd could become permanent, Pennsylvania House passes a bill to raise minimum wage in the state, and new landmarks are added to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Bagels & Co. set to open new shops in Rittenhouse, Brewerytown Pennsylvania House passes bill to raise minimum wage to $15 by 2026 Speed cameras on Roosevelt Boulevard could become permanent under new bill Two African American Landmarks, Wharton Hall, and Others Added to the Philadelphia Register Also, check out the University City Historical Society and the Philadelphia Historical Commission. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Maggie Mancini, staff writer at Philly Voice, and Kimberly Haas, staff writer at Hidden City. They discuss how speed cameras on Roosevelt Blvd could become permanent, Pennsylvania House passes a bill to raise minimum wage in the state, and new landmarks are added to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Bagels & Co. set to open new shops in Rittenhouse, Brewerytown


Pennsylvania House passes bill to raise minimum wage to $15 by 2026


Speed cameras on Roosevelt Boulevard could become permanent under new bill


Two African American Landmarks, Wharton Hall, and Others Added to the Philadelphia Register



Also, check out the University City Historical Society and the Philadelphia Historical Commission.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly


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]]> 1263 Free Stuff To Do This Summer in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ This is the final episode of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make sense of summer’s overwhelming options for how to spend your days. In Philly, there’s no shortage of unique experiences and free events happening. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz chat about free movie nights, museum tours, and groups to join in the city.  We mentioned earlier episodes on birding and roller skating in Philly — check them out for even more recs! You can find the full list of places and events we mentioned here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Free Stuff To Do This Summer in Philly full City Cast This is the final episode of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make sense of summer’s overwhelming options for how to spend your days. In Philly, there’s no shortage of unique experiences and free events happening. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz chat about free movie nights, museum tours, and groups to join in the city.  We mentioned earlier episodes on birding and roller skating in Philly — check them out for even more recs! You can find the full list of places and events we mentioned here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This is the final episode of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make sense of summer’s overwhelming options for how to spend your days. In Philly, there’s no shortage of unique experiences and free events happening. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz chat about free movie nights, museum tours, and groups to join in the city. 


We mentioned earlier episodes on birding and roller skating in Philly — check them out for even more recs!


You can find the full list of places and events we mentioned here.


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]]> 1438 Why Aren’t Philly’s Sidewalks Safer? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving into the street just to take a detour? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why she says our sidewalks are such a mess. This episode originally aired on March 7, 2023.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why Aren’t Philly’s Sidewalks Safer? full City Cast Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving into the street just to take a detour? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why she says our sidewalks are such a mess. This episode originally aired on March 7, 2023.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving into the street just to take a detour? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why she says our sidewalks are such a mess. This episode originally aired on March 7, 2023. 



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]]> 972 What to Eat in Philly This Summer https://philly.citycast.fm/ Summer brings great weather, time outside, and, of course, great food. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Dave Wez, creator of the food blog Feeding Time TV, about what’s on the menu at some of his favorite happy hours, places to grab oysters, and water ice spots. Plus, he gives recommendations on how to impress your guests at the next cookout.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What to Eat in Philly This Summer full City Cast Summer brings great weather, time outside, and, of course, great food. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Dave Wez, creator of the food blog Feeding Time TV, about what’s on the menu at some of his favorite happy hours, places to grab oysters, and water ice spots. Plus, he gives recommendations on how to impress your guests at the next cookout.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Summer brings great weather, time outside, and, of course, great food. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Dave Wez, creator of the food blog Feeding Time TV, about what’s on the menu at some of his favorite happy hours, places to grab oysters, and water ice spots. Plus, he gives recommendations on how to impress your guests at the next cookout. 


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]]> 955 I-95 Rebuild, SEPTA Safety Concerns, and a Roosevelt Blvd. Subway? https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, City Cast Philly political contributor and co-host of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the I-95 rebuild, safety concerns on SEPTA, and City Council plans to hold hearings on the proposed Roosevelt Boulevard subway line.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A temporary fix to I-95 in Philly is underway, but officials can’t yet say how long it will take Truckers mourn the death of Nathan Moody after I-95 bridge fire Regional Rail ridership up 12% on some lines in wake of I-95 collapse Roosevelt Boulevard subway project poised to get City Council hearings following I-95 collapse White Starbucks Manager Fired Amid Furor Over Racism Wins $25 Million No-teenager zones increase in Philly New rules in Ocean City focused on teen behavior go into effect immediately Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 16 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 I-95 Rebuild, SEPTA Safety Concerns, and a Roosevelt Blvd. Subway? full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, City Cast Philly political contributor and co-host of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the I-95 rebuild, safety concerns on SEPTA, and City Council plans to hold hearings on the proposed Roosevelt Boulevard subway line.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A temporary fix to I-95 in Philly is underway, but officials can’t yet say how long it will take Truckers mourn the death of Nathan Moody after I-95 bridge fire Regional Rail ridership up 12% on some lines in wake of I-95 collapse Roosevelt Boulevard subway project poised to get City Council hearings following I-95 collapse White Starbucks Manager Fired Amid Furor Over Racism Wins $25 Million No-teenager zones increase in Philly New rules in Ocean City focused on teen behavior go into effect immediately Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday News Roundup. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, City Cast Philly political contributor and co-host of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the I-95 rebuild, safety concerns on SEPTA, and City Council plans to hold hearings on the proposed Roosevelt Boulevard subway line. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


A temporary fix to I-95 in Philly is underway, but officials can’t yet say how long it will take


Truckers mourn the death of Nathan Moody after I-95 bridge fire


Regional Rail ridership up 12% on some lines in wake of I-95 collapse


Roosevelt Boulevard subway project poised to get City Council hearings following I-95 collapse


White Starbucks Manager Fired Amid Furor Over Racism Wins $25 Million


No-teenager zones increase in Philly


New rules in Ocean City focused on teen behavior go into effect immediately


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly 


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]]> 1288 Your Guide to the Perfect Phillies Game https://philly.citycast.fm For the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make the most of this season. Host Trenae Nuri chats with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about the best way to enjoy a Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park. Take Me Out to The Ballgame was performed by Kevin MacLeod. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to the Perfect Phillies Game full City Cast For the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make the most of this season. Host Trenae Nuri chats with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about the best way to enjoy a Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park. Take Me Out to The Ballgame was performed by Kevin MacLeod. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. For the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make the most of this season. Host Trenae Nuri chats with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about the best way to enjoy a Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park. Take Me Out to The Ballgame was performed by Kevin MacLeod.


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]]> 1105 How Philly Is Dealing with I-95 Disaster https://philly.citycast.fm/ A tanker truck caught fire beneath I-95 Sunday morning, causing the north bound lanes of the highway to collapse. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued a disaster declaration. Repairs are expected to take months. It’s left the Northeast Philly region in a traffic nightmare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Danya Henninger, director and editor at Billy Penn, about the impact this has been on the surrounding neighborhoods and businesses, drivers, and SEPTA commuters.  Vote for the best Herr’s Flavored By Philly flavor here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How Philly Is Dealing with I-95 Disaster full City Cast A tanker truck caught fire beneath I-95 Sunday morning, causing the north bound lanes of the highway to collapse. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued a disaster declaration. Repairs are expected to take months. It’s left the Northeast Philly region in a traffic nightmare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Danya Henninger, director and editor at Billy Penn, about the impact this has been on the surrounding neighborhoods and businesses, drivers, and SEPTA commuters.  Vote for the best Herr’s Flavored By Philly flavor here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A tanker truck caught fire beneath I-95 Sunday morning, causing the north bound lanes of the highway to collapse. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued a disaster declaration. Repairs are expected to take months. It’s left the Northeast Philly region in a traffic nightmare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Danya Henninger, director and editor at Billy Penn, about the impact this has been on the surrounding neighborhoods and businesses, drivers, and SEPTA commuters. 


Vote for the best Herr’s Flavored By Philly flavor here.


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]]> 812 Why Philly Was Named America's 'Frenchest' City https://philly.citycast.fm/ Michelin's Green Guide, a French tourism guide, recently gave Philly an interesting honor. It named our city the Frenchest American city. How did we beat out New Orleans? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly’s French connection.  Stephanie’s full story is here. Read the latest on the bridge collapse on I-95.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 13 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why Philly Was Named America's 'Frenchest' City full City Cast Michelin's Green Guide, a French tourism guide, recently gave Philly an interesting honor. It named our city the Frenchest American city. How did we beat out New Orleans? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly’s French connection.  Stephanie’s full story is here. Read the latest on the bridge collapse on I-95.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Michelin's Green Guide, a French tourism guide, recently gave Philly an interesting honor. It named our city the Frenchest American city. How did we beat out New Orleans? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly’s French connection. 


Stephanie’s full story is here.


Read the latest on the bridge collapse on I-95. 


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]]> 829 The Fight to Keep Philly Pools Open https://philly.citycast.fm/ Pools are a quintessential part of summer, but Philly’s pools have been struggling. It is not because people don’t want to to go to them, but because they can’t find the staff. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Hughes-Taylor, Aquatics Director at Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and Robin Borlandoe, a retiree-turned-Philadelphia lifeguard who has been trying to solve the staffing shortage.  The city has a pool finder. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 12 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Fight to Keep Philly Pools Open full City Cast Pools are a quintessential part of summer, but Philly’s pools have been struggling. It is not because people don’t want to to go to them, but because they can’t find the staff. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Hughes-Taylor, Aquatics Director at Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and Robin Borlandoe, a retiree-turned-Philadelphia lifeguard who has been trying to solve the staffing shortage.  The city has a pool finder. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Pools are a quintessential part of summer, but Philly’s pools have been struggling. It is not because people don’t want to to go to them, but because they can’t find the staff. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Hughes-Taylor, Aquatics Director at Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and Robin Borlandoe, a retiree-turned-Philadelphia lifeguard who has been trying to solve the staffing shortage. 


The city has a pool finder.


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]]> 939 Smoke Expected to Linger, Mayoral Debates, and the City Blocks Block Parties? https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer and Anthony Wood, environmental reporter covering the atmosphere at the Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the city’s air quality from Canadian wildfires, mayoral candidates want to do debates before the general election in November and why the city is denying block party permits.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  More smoke forecast for Philly’s skies today; city says to avoid going outdoors, unnecessary driving At ‘purple,’ it’s the most unhealthful day for air quality in Philadelphia since 2008. What does that mean? Canadian smoke is filling Philly’s skies and is expected to linger through Wednesday Philadelphia mayoral candidate wants to debate Philadelphia denying block parties over public safety threats Philly’s Cooling Resources Map Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Smoke Expected to Linger, Mayoral Debates, and the City Blocks Block Parties? full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer and Anthony Wood, environmental reporter covering the atmosphere at the Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the city’s air quality from Canadian wildfires, mayoral candidates want to do debates before the general election in November and why the city is denying block party permits.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  More smoke forecast for Philly’s skies today; city says to avoid going outdoors, unnecessary driving At ‘purple,’ it’s the most unhealthful day for air quality in Philadelphia since 2008. What does that mean? Canadian smoke is filling Philly’s skies and is expected to linger through Wednesday Philadelphia mayoral candidate wants to debate Philadelphia denying block parties over public safety threats Philly’s Cooling Resources Map Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer and Anthony Wood, environmental reporter covering the atmosphere at the Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the city’s air quality from Canadian wildfires, mayoral candidates want to do debates before the general election in November and why the city is denying block party permits. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


More smoke forecast for Philly’s skies today; city says to avoid going outdoors, unnecessary driving


At ‘purple,’ it’s the most unhealthful day for air quality in Philadelphia since 2008. What does that mean?


Canadian smoke is filling Philly’s skies and is expected to linger through Wednesday


Philadelphia mayoral candidate wants to debate


Philadelphia denying block parties over public safety threats


Philly’s Cooling Resources Map


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]]> 1147 Your Guide to Philly Concerts This Summer https://philly.citycast.fm/ Summer is on it’s way here and so is the stress of trying to fit in absolutely every warm-weather activity you dreamed about all winter. We’re gonna try to make things a little easier - over the next three weeks, you’ll be hearing our Summer Entertainment Guide, recommendations for what to do in this city, and how to have the best time doing them. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, about concerts and festivals happening in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Philly Concerts This Summer full City Cast Summer is on it’s way here and so is the stress of trying to fit in absolutely every warm-weather activity you dreamed about all winter. We’re gonna try to make things a little easier - over the next three weeks, you’ll be hearing our Summer Entertainment Guide, recommendations for what to do in this city, and how to have the best time doing them. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, about concerts and festivals happening in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Summer is on it’s way here and so is the stress of trying to fit in absolutely every warm-weather activity you dreamed about all winter. We’re gonna try to make things a little easier - over the next three weeks, you’ll be hearing our Summer Entertainment Guide, recommendations for what to do in this city, and how to have the best time doing them. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, about concerts and festivals happening in Philly.


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card.


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]]> 969 Philly’s Alternative to Locking People Up https://philly.citycast.fm A Philadelphia Police Department pilot program, that refers people to social services instead of jail, is set to expand to the entire city this summer. The Police Assisted Diversion (PAD) started in Kensington in 2017 and has been successful, with only 8.5% of people who get into the program committing another crime after going through it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christina Griffith, contributing editor for the Philadelphia Citizen, about who qualifies for this program and if the city is ready for the expansion of PAD. Read Christina’s full story here.  Here’s a list of Neighborhood Energy Centers.  Center City District SIPS kicks off tonight.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Alternative to Locking People Up full City Cast A Philadelphia Police Department pilot program, that refers people to social services instead of jail, is set to expand to the entire city this summer. The Police Assisted Diversion (PAD) started in Kensington in 2017 and has been successful, with only 8.5% of people who get into the program committing another crime after going through it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christina Griffith, contributing editor for the Philadelphia Citizen, about who qualifies for this program and if the city is ready for the expansion of PAD. Read Christina’s full story here.  Here’s a list of Neighborhood Energy Centers.  Center City District SIPS kicks off tonight.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A Philadelphia Police Department pilot program, that refers people to social services instead of jail, is set to expand to the entire city this summer. The Police Assisted Diversion (PAD) started in Kensington in 2017 and has been successful, with only 8.5% of people who get into the program committing another crime after going through it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christina Griffith, contributing editor for the Philadelphia Citizen, about who qualifies for this program and if the city is ready for the expansion of PAD.


Read Christina’s full story here. 


Here’s a list of Neighborhood Energy Centers. 


Center City District SIPS kicks off tonight. 


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]]> 1180 The Local Beers You Should Be Drinking This Summer https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly Beer Week is happening! Many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk and sample the best beers in the Commonwealth.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Local Beers You Should Be Drinking This Summer full City Cast Philly Beer Week is happening! Many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk and sample the best beers in the Commonwealth.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly Beer Week is happening! Many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk and sample the best beers in the Commonwealth. 


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]]> 1784 Owning vs. Renting a Home in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm A new analysis by the online real estate brokerage company Redfin found buying a home is slightly cheaper than renting in four U.S. metro areas: Philadelphia, Detroit, Cleveland and Houston. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michaelle Bond, residential real estate reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the pros and cons of buying or renting a home in Philly.  Read Michaelle’s full story here.  First time home buyers can check out the the Philly First Home Program.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 05 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Owning vs. Renting a Home in Philly full City Cast A new analysis by the online real estate brokerage company Redfin found buying a home is slightly cheaper than renting in four U.S. metro areas: Philadelphia, Detroit, Cleveland and Houston. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michaelle Bond, residential real estate reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the pros and cons of buying or renting a home in Philly.  Read Michaelle’s full story here.  First time home buyers can check out the the Philly First Home Program.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A new analysis by the online real estate brokerage company Redfin found buying a home is slightly cheaper than renting in four U.S. metro areas: Philadelphia, Detroit, Cleveland and Houston. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michaelle Bond, residential real estate reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the pros and cons of buying or renting a home in Philly. 


Read Michaelle’s full story here. 


First time home buyers can check out the the Philly First Home Program. 


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]]> 1229 Philly Pride, New Safety Plan at Temple, Free Sunscreen at Parks https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly arts & culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., and PhillyVoice staff writer Maggie Mancini. They discuss Philly Pride festivities, Temple University’s new public safety plan, and a free sunscreen program now at Pennsylvania's state parks. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Temple University should include North Philly community in its new safety plan, proposed City Council resolution says Philly Pride, a contentious event in recent years, is scheduled for June 4, 2023 Philly Pride March and Festival: Here's the parade route, road closures and other event details Odunde Festival  Philly Pride 365 Galaei. The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival To prevent skin cancer, free sunscreen is available at 46 Pennsylvania state parks this summer When all the campaign signs in Philly will come down Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. One more thing... We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better show. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Thanks so much! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Pride, New Safety Plan at Temple, Free Sunscreen at Parks full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly arts & culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., and PhillyVoice staff writer Maggie Mancini. They discuss Philly Pride festivities, Temple University’s new public safety plan, and a free sunscreen program now at Pennsylvania's state parks. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Temple University should include North Philly community in its new safety plan, proposed City Council resolution says Philly Pride, a contentious event in recent years, is scheduled for June 4, 2023 Philly Pride March and Festival: Here's the parade route, road closures and other event details Odunde Festival  Philly Pride 365 Galaei. The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival To prevent skin cancer, free sunscreen is available at 46 Pennsylvania state parks this summer When all the campaign signs in Philly will come down Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. One more thing... We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better show. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Thanks so much! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly arts & culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., and PhillyVoice staff writer Maggie Mancini. They discuss Philly Pride festivities, Temple University’s new public safety plan, and a free sunscreen program now at Pennsylvania's state parks.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Temple University should include North Philly community in its new safety plan, proposed City Council resolution says


Philly Pride, a contentious event in recent years, is scheduled for June 4, 2023


Philly Pride March and Festival: Here's the parade route, road closures and other event details


Odunde Festival 


Philly Pride 365


Galaei.


The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival


To prevent skin cancer, free sunscreen is available at 46 Pennsylvania state parks this summer


When all the campaign signs in Philly will come down


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


One more thing... We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better show. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Thanks so much!


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]]> 1189 The Asbestos Problem in Philly Schools https://philly.citycast.fm Six school buildings have closed due to asbestos this year, and the School District of Philadelphia is scrambling to inspect more before the next school year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what the risk is for students and staff, and why this keeps happening in Philly. Read more of Dale’s reporting here.  And, please take our audience survey! It's at citycast.fm/survey, and only takes about five minutes to complete. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so everyone who finishes it will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card! Thank you for helping us grow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Asbestos Problem in Philly Schools full City Cast Six school buildings have closed due to asbestos this year, and the School District of Philadelphia is scrambling to inspect more before the next school year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what the risk is for students and staff, and why this keeps happening in Philly. Read more of Dale’s reporting here.  And, please take our audience survey! It's at citycast.fm/survey, and only takes about five minutes to complete. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so everyone who finishes it will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card! Thank you for helping us grow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Six school buildings have closed due to asbestos this year, and the School District of Philadelphia is scrambling to inspect more before the next school year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what the risk is for students and staff, and why this keeps happening in Philly.


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]]> 822 Why SEPTA is Updating its Key System https://philly.citycast.fm SEPTA is updating the Key system. Those are the electronic “smart cards” that replaced tokens and paper passes. But, that initial rollout took years and ran into tons of problems along the way. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn, about what we can learn from past transit mistakes and what riders want. Read Jordan’s full story here.  And, please take our audience survey! It's at citycast.fm/survey, and takes about five minutes to complete. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so everyone who finishes it will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card! Thank you for helping us grow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 31 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why SEPTA is Updating its Key System full City Cast SEPTA is updating the Key system. Those are the electronic “smart cards” that replaced tokens and paper passes. But, that initial rollout took years and ran into tons of problems along the way. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn, about what we can learn from past transit mistakes and what riders want. Read Jordan’s full story here.  And, please take our audience survey! It's at citycast.fm/survey, and takes about five minutes to complete. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so everyone who finishes it will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card! Thank you for helping us grow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. SEPTA is updating the Key system. Those are the electronic “smart cards” that replaced tokens and paper passes. But, that initial rollout took years and ran into tons of problems along the way. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn, about what we can learn from past transit mistakes and what riders want.


Read Jordan’s full story here. 


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]]> 903 Uncovering South Asian History in Philly If you grew up in Philly, you probably took a field trip to the Liberty Bell, City Hall or even the Betsy Ross house. This is American history that gets talked about a lot. But there are other important local figures you may have never heard about. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samip Mallick, executive director of South Asian American Digital Archive, about how he documents and shares the stories of South Asian Americans who lived in Philly and changed the world.  To learn more about the "Revolution Remix" walking tours, visit: https://www.saada.org/walkingtour Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 30 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Uncovering South Asian History in Philly full City Cast If you grew up in Philly, you probably took a field trip to the Liberty Bell, City Hall or even the Betsy Ross house. This is American history that gets talked about a lot. But there are other important local figures you may have never heard about. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samip Mallick, executive director of South Asian American Digital Archive, about how he documents and shares the stories of South Asian Americans who lived in Philly and changed the world.  To learn more about the "Revolution Remix" walking tours, visit: https://www.saada.org/walkingtour Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you grew up in Philly, you probably took a field trip to the Liberty Bell, City Hall or even the Betsy Ross house. This is American history that gets talked about a lot. But there are other important local figures you may have never heard about. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samip Mallick, executive director of South Asian American Digital Archive, about how he documents and shares the stories of South Asian Americans who lived in Philly and changed the world. 


To learn more about the "Revolution Remix" walking tours, visit: https://www.saada.org/walkingtour


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]]> 843 Cleaner Air in Philly, Memorial Day Food Guide, & Spraygrounds for Summer It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, and Sophia Schmidt, environment reporter at WHYY. They discuss how the city is trying to clean up dirty air from factories, how to cool off at Philly’s 90 sprinkler parks, and where to eat this Memorial Day weekend. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia changed how it regulates toxic air pollution. Here are 3 things to know 90 spraygrounds open this weekend to keep Philadelphians cool Top picks for Memorial Day weekend food and fun if you’re staying in Philly Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! You can find us at @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 26 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Cleaner Air in Philly, Memorial Day Food Guide, & Spraygrounds for Summer full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, and Sophia Schmidt, environment reporter at WHYY. They discuss how the city is trying to clean up dirty air from factories, how to cool off at Philly’s 90 sprinkler parks, and where to eat this Memorial Day weekend. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia changed how it regulates toxic air pollution. Here are 3 things to know 90 spraygrounds open this weekend to keep Philadelphians cool Top picks for Memorial Day weekend food and fun if you’re staying in Philly Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! You can find us at @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, and Sophia Schmidt, environment reporter at WHYY.

They discuss how the city is trying to clean up dirty air from factories, how to cool off at Philly’s 90 sprinkler parks, and where to eat this Memorial Day weekend.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

Philadelphia changed how it regulates toxic air pollution. Here are 3 things to know

90 spraygrounds open this weekend to keep Philadelphians cool

Top picks for Memorial Day weekend food and fun if you’re staying in Philly


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]]> 899 The Fight to Rename Taney Street https://philly.citycast.fm What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street, named for the author of one of the most racist U.S. Supreme Court decisions in history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, known as “Philly’s Rosa Parks,” for her work to integrate streetcars here in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about the years-long fight to get the street renamed, and what's holding up the change. This episode originally aired February 6th.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Fight to Rename Taney Street full City Cast What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street, named for the author of one of the most racist U.S. Supreme Court decisions in history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, known as “Philly’s Rosa Parks,” for her work to integrate streetcars here in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about the years-long fight to get the street renamed, and what's holding up the change. This episode originally aired February 6th.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street, named for the author of one of the most racist U.S. Supreme Court decisions in history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, known as “Philly’s Rosa Parks,” for her work to integrate streetcars here in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about the years-long fight to get the street renamed, and what's holding up the change. This episode originally aired February 6th. 


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]]> 893 Is Philly Losing its Murals? https://philly.citycast.fm Philly has more than 4,000 murals, and claims the title “Mural Capital of the World.” But these public art pieces are being destroyed without warning, whether it’s South Philly’s famous Isaiah Zagar mosaics or murals representing the communities they’re located in. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with muralist, Shira Walinsky, and Streets Dept lead contributor, Eric Dale, about why this is happening more frequently and ways Philly could change the conversation around mural ownership. To support the work Streets Dept does, donate to patreon.com/streetsdept. To find some of Shira Walinsky’s more recent work, there’s an event on June 10 to launch a new partnership between Mural Arts, SEPTA, and local parks. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 24 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Is Philly Losing its Murals? full City Cast Philly has more than 4,000 murals, and claims the title “Mural Capital of the World.” But these public art pieces are being destroyed without warning, whether it’s South Philly’s famous Isaiah Zagar mosaics or murals representing the communities they’re located in. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with muralist, Shira Walinsky, and Streets Dept lead contributor, Eric Dale, about why this is happening more frequently and ways Philly could change the conversation around mural ownership. To support the work Streets Dept does, donate to patreon.com/streetsdept. To find some of Shira Walinsky’s more recent work, there’s an event on June 10 to launch a new partnership between Mural Arts, SEPTA, and local parks. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly has more than 4,000 murals, and claims the title “Mural Capital of the World.” But these public art pieces are being destroyed without warning, whether it’s South Philly’s famous Isaiah Zagar mosaics or murals representing the communities they’re located in. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with muralist, Shira Walinsky, and Streets Dept lead contributor, Eric Dale, about why this is happening more frequently and ways Philly could change the conversation around mural ownership.


To support the work Streets Dept does, donate to patreon.com/streetsdept. To find some of Shira Walinsky’s more recent work, there’s an event on June 10 to launch a new partnership between Mural Arts, SEPTA, and local parks.


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]]> 1197 Where You Can Still Eat Outside in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s prime time to eat outdoors! During the pandemic, more than 800 Philly restaurants set up spaces to serve guests outside. Now, it’s a little harder to find a place to enjoy a meal in the sunshine. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ben Fileccia from the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association about how city regulations closed down many of these dining patios. Plus, he shares tons of recommendations for where you can still eat and drink outside this summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 23 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Where You Can Still Eat Outside in Philly full City Cast It’s prime time to eat outdoors! During the pandemic, more than 800 Philly restaurants set up spaces to serve guests outside. Now, it’s a little harder to find a place to enjoy a meal in the sunshine. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ben Fileccia from the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association about how city regulations closed down many of these dining patios. Plus, he shares tons of recommendations for where you can still eat and drink outside this summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s prime time to eat outdoors! During the pandemic, more than 800 Philly restaurants set up spaces to serve guests outside. Now, it’s a little harder to find a place to enjoy a meal in the sunshine. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ben Fileccia from the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association about how city regulations closed down many of these dining patios. Plus, he shares tons of recommendations for where you can still eat and drink outside this summer.


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]]> 1118 50 Unhoused Philadelphians Will Get A Proper Burial https://philly.citycast.fm The remains of 50 unhoused Philadelphians will be laid to rest at Mount Peace Cemetery in North Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 23rd. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michele Wexler, program manager of homeless services at the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, and Quibila Divine, Chief Program Officer at SELF, Inc, about providing dignity for the remains of citizens who may been neglected during their lifetimes. Donate to the Lester Ross Memorial Fund here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 22 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 50 Unhoused Philadelphians Will Get A Proper Burial full City Cast The remains of 50 unhoused Philadelphians will be laid to rest at Mount Peace Cemetery in North Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 23rd. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michele Wexler, program manager of homeless services at the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, and Quibila Divine, Chief Program Officer at SELF, Inc, about providing dignity for the remains of citizens who may been neglected during their lifetimes. Donate to the Lester Ross Memorial Fund here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The remains of 50 unhoused Philadelphians will be laid to rest at Mount Peace Cemetery in North Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 23rd. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michele Wexler, program manager of homeless services at the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, and Quibila Divine, Chief Program Officer at SELF, Inc, about providing dignity for the remains of citizens who may been neglected during their lifetimes.


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]]> 746 Election Debrief, Philly Jailbreakers Caught & Loving Fairmount Park https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Lauren Cristella, Interim President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Committee of 70. We discuss how two men broke out of the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center, this week's historic primary election, and the Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Love Your Park Week. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The second man who escaped from a Philadelphia jail last week was captured Wednesday morning, police say How did two prisoners escape from a Philly jail? As the search continues, an investigation is looking for answers. How Cherelle Parker won the primary: Black voters, a boost from labor, and a personal story of Philly grit After a Race Centered on Gun Violence, Cherelle Parker Wins Philadelphia Democratic Mayoral Primary Everything you need to know about Love Your Park Week 2023 Here’s your guide to all the fun activities you can get into this season at Fairmount Park.  Pizza Places mentioned in this episode:  Down Norf Joe’s Pizza Philly Pizza Shackamaxon Fri, 19 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Election Debrief, Philly Jailbreakers Caught & Loving Fairmount Park full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Lauren Cristella, Interim President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Committee of 70. We discuss how two men broke out of the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center, this week's historic primary election, and the Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Love Your Park Week. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  The second man who escaped from a Philadelphia jail last week was captured Wednesday morning, police say How did two prisoners escape from a Philly jail? As the search continues, an investigation is looking for answers. How Cherelle Parker won the primary: Black voters, a boost from labor, and a personal story of Philly grit After a Race Centered on Gun Violence, Cherelle Parker Wins Philadelphia Democratic Mayoral Primary Everything you need to know about Love Your Park Week 2023 Here’s your guide to all the fun activities you can get into this season at Fairmount Park.  Pizza Places mentioned in this episode:  Down Norf Joe’s Pizza Philly Pizza Shackamaxon It’s the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Lauren Cristella, Interim President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Committee of 70. We discuss how two men broke out of the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center, this week's historic primary election, and the Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Love Your Park Week.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

The second man who escaped from a Philadelphia jail last week was captured Wednesday morning, police say


How did two prisoners escape from a Philly jail? As the search continues, an investigation is looking for answers.


How Cherelle Parker won the primary: Black voters, a boost from labor, and a personal story of Philly grit


After a Race Centered on Gun Violence, Cherelle Parker Wins Philadelphia Democratic Mayoral Primary


Everything you need to know about Love Your Park Week 2023


Here’s your guide to all the fun activities you can get into this season at Fairmount Park. 


Pizza Places mentioned in this episode: 

Down Norf

Joe’s Pizza Philly

Pizza Shackamaxon

]]> 1090 Your Guide to Philly's BYOB Scene https://philly.citycast.fm Is it a sweet riesling type of night? Or a boxed wine brunch Sunday? With Philly’s 300+ BYOB restaurants, you can pick the best alcoholic beverage to pair with some great food. To help break down the options, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best restaurants to bring-your-own-beverage to and what drink he would pair with their menu. This episode originally aired in February. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 18 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Philly's BYOB Scene full City Cast Is it a sweet riesling type of night? Or a boxed wine brunch Sunday? With Philly’s 300+ BYOB restaurants, you can pick the best alcoholic beverage to pair with some great food. To help break down the options, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best restaurants to bring-your-own-beverage to and what drink he would pair with their menu. This episode originally aired in February. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Is it a sweet riesling type of night? Or a boxed wine brunch Sunday? With Philly’s 300+ BYOB restaurants, you can pick the best alcoholic beverage to pair with some great food. To help break down the options, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best restaurants to bring-your-own-beverage to and what drink he would pair with their menu. This episode originally aired in February.


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]]> 963 Cherelle Parker Wins Democratic Nomination for Mayor & Other Election Results https://philly.citycast.fm City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you the most up-to-date results of the 2023 primary election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, turnout and what we can expect for the general election in November. Want to check out the returns yourself? You can look at Philadelphia races at vote.phila.gov, and statewide contests at electionreturns.pa.gov. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 17 May 2023 11:26:00 -0000 Cherelle Parker Wins Democratic Nomination for Mayor & Other Election Results full City Cast City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you the most up-to-date results of the 2023 primary election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, turnout and what we can expect for the general election in November. Want to check out the returns yourself? You can look at Philadelphia races at vote.phila.gov, and statewide contests at electionreturns.pa.gov. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you the most up-to-date results of the 2023 primary election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, turnout and what we can expect for the general election in November.


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]]> 842 Affordable Housing vs. Rising Rents in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Philly may lose more than 10,000 federally-backed affordable housing units in the next decade. To try to slow that trend, Philadelphia City Council has passed a package of bills aimed at making it harder to convert them into more profitable, market-rate homes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the battle between affordable housing and rising rents. Find your polling place on Atlas.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 16 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Affordable Housing vs. Rising Rents in Philly full City Cast Philly may lose more than 10,000 federally-backed affordable housing units in the next decade. To try to slow that trend, Philadelphia City Council has passed a package of bills aimed at making it harder to convert them into more profitable, market-rate homes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the battle between affordable housing and rising rents. Find your polling place on Atlas.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly may lose more than 10,000 federally-backed affordable housing units in the next decade. To try to slow that trend, Philadelphia City Council has passed a package of bills aimed at making it harder to convert them into more profitable, market-rate homes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the battle between affordable housing and rising rents.


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]]> 1044 Your Last-Minute Philly Voter Guide https://philly.citycast.fm Tuesday is the big primary election in Philadelphia we’ve all been gearing up for. If you haven’t been paying much attention until now, we got you. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA, to break down your ballot.  Want more information to make your picks? Here are some resources that Asha and Katie mention in the episode: Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2023 primary election in Philly MEET YOUR MAYOR: A political matchmaking quiz for Philly voters Pa. primary election 2023: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for May 16 League of Women Voters guide Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 15 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Your Last-Minute Philly Voter Guide full City Cast Tuesday is the big primary election in Philadelphia we’ve all been gearing up for. If you haven’t been paying much attention until now, we got you. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA, to break down your ballot.  Want more information to make your picks? Here are some resources that Asha and Katie mention in the episode: Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2023 primary election in Philly MEET YOUR MAYOR: A political matchmaking quiz for Philly voters Pa. primary election 2023: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for May 16 League of Women Voters guide Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tuesday is the big primary election in Philadelphia we’ve all been gearing up for. If you haven’t been paying much attention until now, we got you. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA, to break down your ballot. 


Want more information to make your picks? Here are some resources that Asha and Katie mention in the episode:

Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2023 primary election in Philly

MEET YOUR MAYOR: A political matchmaking quiz for Philly voters

Pa. primary election 2023: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for May 16

League of Women Voters guide

Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation


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]]> 1360 Immigrant Busing Resumes, $25 Concert Tickets, & Mütter Museum Reexamines Exhibits https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY’s The Pulse, and Jeff Gammage, immigration reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss why more immigrants arrived by bus from Texas to Philly, why the Mütter Museum takes down all its online exhibits, and how to get $25 concert tickets. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly receives first bus of immigrants from Texas in four months, readies for more arrivals Why did the Mütter Museum take down all their YouTube videos and online exhibits? Penn Medicine residents voted to unionize, creating the biggest new union in Philadelphia in more than 50 years Where Philly's mayoral candidates stand on "Savesies": Pro/con Live Nation Concert Week: How to Get $25 Tickets to Philly-Area Concerts Apply for a PlayStreet here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 12 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Immigrant Busing Resumes, $25 Concert Tickets, & Mütter Museum Reexamines Exhibits full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY’s The Pulse, and Jeff Gammage, immigration reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss why more immigrants arrived by bus from Texas to Philly, why the Mütter Museum takes down all its online exhibits, and how to get $25 concert tickets. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly receives first bus of immigrants from Texas in four months, readies for more arrivals Why did the Mütter Museum take down all their YouTube videos and online exhibits? Penn Medicine residents voted to unionize, creating the biggest new union in Philadelphia in more than 50 years Where Philly's mayoral candidates stand on "Savesies": Pro/con Live Nation Concert Week: How to Get $25 Tickets to Philly-Area Concerts Apply for a PlayStreet here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY’s The Pulse, and Jeff Gammage, immigration reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss why more immigrants arrived by bus from Texas to Philly, why the Mütter Museum takes down all its online exhibits, and how to get $25 concert tickets.


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Philly receives first bus of immigrants from Texas in four months, readies for more arrivals


Why did the Mütter Museum take down all their YouTube videos and online exhibits?


Penn Medicine residents voted to unionize, creating the biggest new union in Philadelphia in more than 50 years


Where Philly's mayoral candidates stand on "Savesies": Pro/con


Live Nation Concert Week: How to Get $25 Tickets to Philly-Area Concerts


Apply for a PlayStreet here. 


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]]> 895 Mother's Day Started in Philly. The Founder Hated It. https://philly.citycast.fm Mother’s Day is a national celebration, but it was founded by Anna Jarvis in Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Patricia Madej, senior digital editor at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this special day and why Anna might have hated your brunch plans.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 11 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Mother's Day Started in Philly. The Founder Hated It. full City Cast Mother’s Day is a national celebration, but it was founded by Anna Jarvis in Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Patricia Madej, senior digital editor at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this special day and why Anna might have hated your brunch plans.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mother’s Day is a national celebration, but it was founded by Anna Jarvis in Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Patricia Madej, senior digital editor at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this special day and why Anna might have hated your brunch plans. 


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]]> 821 Philly Schools are Failing Black Girls, Here’s What They Say They Need https://philly.citycast.fm A new report by the Education Law Center of Pennsylvania says Black girls in local public schools experience an oppressive school culture that holds them back and hurts their mental health. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Paige Joki, staff attorney at the Education Law Center and author of “We Need Supportive Spaces That Celebrate Us,” and Amaiyah, a 12th grade student from Philadelphia, about what needs to change. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 10 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly Schools are Failing Black Girls, Here’s What They Say They Need full City Cast A new report by the Education Law Center of Pennsylvania says Black girls in local public schools experience an oppressive school culture that holds them back and hurts their mental health. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Paige Joki, staff attorney at the Education Law Center and author of “We Need Supportive Spaces That Celebrate Us,” and Amaiyah, a 12th grade student from Philadelphia, about what needs to change. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. A new report by the Education Law Center of Pennsylvania says Black girls in local public schools experience an oppressive school culture that holds them back and hurts their mental health. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Paige Joki, staff attorney at the Education Law Center and author of “We Need Supportive Spaces That Celebrate Us,” and Amaiyah, a 12th grade student from Philadelphia, about what needs to change.


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]]> 1207 The Best Hoagies in Philly Right Now https://philly.citycast.fm Philly is known for its amazing sandwiches, like the cheesesteak and of course and the hoagie. Host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wesolowski, creator of Feeding Time TV, break down the essential ingredients that go into a hoagie and his recommendations for the best places to get one.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 09 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Hoagies in Philly Right Now full City Cast Philly is known for its amazing sandwiches, like the cheesesteak and of course and the hoagie. Host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wesolowski, creator of Feeding Time TV, break down the essential ingredients that go into a hoagie and his recommendations for the best places to get one.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philly is known for its amazing sandwiches, like the cheesesteak and of course and the hoagie. Host Trenae Nuri and Dave Wesolowski, creator of Feeding Time TV, break down the essential ingredients that go into a hoagie and his recommendations for the best places to get one. 


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]]> 1095 Your Guide to the City Council Primary https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphia’s City Council races are taking up a lot of space in the upcoming primary election - literally. There are dozens of candidates on the ballot vying for seven at-large seats. Due to resignations and retirements, nearly half of the next seating of City Council will be brand new. Host Trenae Nuri and Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, break down why this much turnover is rare for City Hall, and how to pick the best candidates for you. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 08 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to the City Council Primary full City Cast Philadelphia’s City Council races are taking up a lot of space in the upcoming primary election - literally. There are dozens of candidates on the ballot vying for seven at-large seats. Due to resignations and retirements, nearly half of the next seating of City Council will be brand new. Host Trenae Nuri and Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, break down why this much turnover is rare for City Hall, and how to pick the best candidates for you. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia’s City Council races are taking up a lot of space in the upcoming primary election - literally. There are dozens of candidates on the ballot vying for seven at-large seats. Due to resignations and retirements, nearly half of the next seating of City Council will be brand new.


Host Trenae Nuri and Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, break down why this much turnover is rare for City Hall, and how to pick the best candidates for you.


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]]> 1015 PPA's Bike Lane Patrol, Philly’s First Youth Ombudsperson & Philly Tech Week IRL https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at AL DÍA News and Julie Zeglen, managing editor at Technical.ly. We discuss Philly’s first Youth Ombudsperson, the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s bike lane enforcement unit and the 13th annual Philly Tech Week.    Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia’s bike lane enforcement unit begins patrol PPA Issues Over 3,000 Tickets for Street Sweeping Violations Philadelphia gains its first Youth Ombudsperson This May, Technical.ly is assessing the state of local tech economies and communities State of Local Tech Month 2023 13th annual Philly Tech Week presented by Comcast Get a Free Birding Backpack Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 05 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 PPA's Bike Lane Patrol, Philly’s First Youth Ombudsperson & Philly Tech Week IRL full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at AL DÍA News and Julie Zeglen, managing editor at Technical.ly. We discuss Philly’s first Youth Ombudsperson, the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s bike lane enforcement unit and the 13th annual Philly Tech Week.    Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia’s bike lane enforcement unit begins patrol PPA Issues Over 3,000 Tickets for Street Sweeping Violations Philadelphia gains its first Youth Ombudsperson This May, Technical.ly is assessing the state of local tech economies and communities State of Local Tech Month 2023 13th annual Philly Tech Week presented by Comcast Get a Free Birding Backpack Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at AL DÍA News and Julie Zeglen, managing editor at Technical.ly. We discuss Philly’s first Youth Ombudsperson, the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s bike lane enforcement unit and the 13th annual Philly Tech Week. 

 

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Philadelphia’s bike lane enforcement unit begins patrol


PPA Issues Over 3,000 Tickets for Street Sweeping Violations


Philadelphia gains its first Youth Ombudsperson


This May, Technical.ly is assessing the state of local tech economies and communities


State of Local Tech Month 2023


13th annual Philly Tech Week presented by Comcast


Get a Free Birding Backpack


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]]> 937 How a Philly Drag Legend Deals With Protestors States across the country have introduced bills restricting or criminalizing drag shows. While that’s not happening in Philly, local performers say they do feel the effects of a national backlash against LGBTQ+ rights. Host Trenae Nuri checks in with Ian Morrison, aka Brittany Lynn, creator of Philly Drag Mafia and Drag Queen Story Time, about how drag story time helps kids accept themselves, and how he deals with anti-drag protesters. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 04 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How a Philly Drag Legend Deals With Protestors full City Cast States across the country have introduced bills restricting or criminalizing drag shows. While that’s not happening in Philly, local performers say they do feel the effects of a national backlash against LGBTQ+ rights. Host Trenae Nuri checks in with Ian Morrison, aka Brittany Lynn, creator of Philly Drag Mafia and Drag Queen Story Time, about how drag story time helps kids accept themselves, and how he deals with anti-drag protesters. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. States across the country have introduced bills restricting or criminalizing drag shows. While that’s not happening in Philly, local performers say they do feel the effects of a national backlash against LGBTQ+ rights. Host Trenae Nuri checks in with Ian Morrison, aka Brittany Lynn, creator of Philly Drag Mafia and Drag Queen Story Time, about how drag story time helps kids accept themselves, and how he deals with anti-drag protesters.


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]]> 912 Why Your Allergies Are So Bad This Year https://philly.citycast.fm/ If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Pollen counts in the Philadelphia region are showing “extreme” levels of allergens in the air. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks to Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center about why allergy season started early this year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 03 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why Your Allergies Are So Bad This Year full City Cast If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Pollen counts in the Philadelphia region are showing “extreme” levels of allergens in the air. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks to Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center about why allergy season started early this year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Pollen counts in the Philadelphia region are showing “extreme” levels of allergens in the air. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks to Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center about why allergy season started early this year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief.


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]]> 821 Philly's Public Plea to Solve Murder Cases https://philly.citycast.fm More than 500 Philadelphians were murdered in 2021 and 2022. But fewer than half of these homicides have resulted in an arrest. To tackle the backlog of cases, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Police Department, and Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office have started a new partnership, asking for the public’s help locating known suspects. However, many victims’ loved ones are skeptical this program will make a difference.  Host Trenae Nuri and Mensah Dean, Philadelphia staff writer for The Trace, discuss the relationship between victims’ families and law enforcement, and why it’s so hard to solve homicide cases in Philadelphia. Read Mensah’s full story here.  Philadelphia Police Department’s crime tip line is 215-686-TIPS (8477) or email Tips@PhillyPolice.com. Callers can remain anonymous.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 02 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly's Public Plea to Solve Murder Cases full City Cast More than 500 Philadelphians were murdered in 2021 and 2022. But fewer than half of these homicides have resulted in an arrest. To tackle the backlog of cases, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Police Department, and Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office have started a new partnership, asking for the public’s help locating known suspects. However, many victims’ loved ones are skeptical this program will make a difference.  Host Trenae Nuri and Mensah Dean, Philadelphia staff writer for The Trace, discuss the relationship between victims’ families and law enforcement, and why it’s so hard to solve homicide cases in Philadelphia. Read Mensah’s full story here.  Philadelphia Police Department’s crime tip line is 215-686-TIPS (8477) or email Tips@PhillyPolice.com. Callers can remain anonymous.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. More than 500 Philadelphians were murdered in 2021 and 2022. But fewer than half of these homicides have resulted in an arrest. To tackle the backlog of cases, the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia Police Department, and Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office have started a new partnership, asking for the public’s help locating known suspects. However, many victims’ loved ones are skeptical this program will make a difference. 


Host Trenae Nuri and Mensah Dean, Philadelphia staff writer for The Trace, discuss the relationship between victims’ families and law enforcement, and why it’s so hard to solve homicide cases in Philadelphia.


Read Mensah’s full story here. 


Philadelphia Police Department’s crime tip line is 215-686-TIPS (8477) or email Tips@PhillyPolice.com. Callers can remain anonymous. 


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]]> 868 Philly’s Mayoral Race Is a Dead Heat https://philly.citycast.fm The Committee of Seventy, a non-partisan and nonprofit group, has released the first independent poll in Philly’s 2023 mayor’s race.  In partnership with FairVote, the Urban Affairs Coalition, The Philadelphia Citizen, and the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, pollsters surveyed 1,500 likely voters.  Host Trenae Nuri and Lauren Cristella, interim president and chief operating officer of the Committee of Seventy, talk about who’s in the lead to be the city’s next mayor.  Check out Committee of Seventy’s Philadelphia primary voters guide. Information on how to register and how to vote by mail is available from the City Commissioners Office. The primary election is Tuesday, May 16th.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 01 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Mayoral Race Is a Dead Heat full City Cast The Committee of Seventy, a non-partisan and nonprofit group, has released the first independent poll in Philly’s 2023 mayor’s race.  In partnership with FairVote, the Urban Affairs Coalition, The Philadelphia Citizen, and the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, pollsters surveyed 1,500 likely voters.  Host Trenae Nuri and Lauren Cristella, interim president and chief operating officer of the Committee of Seventy, talk about who’s in the lead to be the city’s next mayor.  Check out Committee of Seventy’s Philadelphia primary voters guide. Information on how to register and how to vote by mail is available from the City Commissioners Office. The primary election is Tuesday, May 16th.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The Committee of Seventy, a non-partisan and nonprofit group, has released the first independent poll in Philly’s 2023 mayor’s race. 


In partnership with FairVote, the Urban Affairs Coalition, The Philadelphia Citizen, and the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, pollsters surveyed 1,500 likely voters. 


Host Trenae Nuri and Lauren Cristella, interim president and chief operating officer of the Committee of Seventy, talk about who’s in the lead to be the city’s next mayor. 


Check out Committee of Seventy’s Philadelphia primary voters guide.


Information on how to register and how to vote by mail is available from the City Commissioners Office.


The primary election is Tuesday, May 16th. 


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]]> 840 Heated Mayoral Debate, Philly's Labor Movement, Trans Teen Book Banned https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kristin Hunt, senior staff writer at PhillyVoice, and Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss the final mayoral candidate debate before the May 16th primary, recent union activity in our region, and why a book about trans youth by a local author has become one of the most banned works in the country. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism. Here are some stories discussed in this episode:  Candidates in Philly mayor's race point fingers, make accusations during final debate before Democratic primary Mayoral candidates squabble over campaign ethics, donations Meet Your Mayor Quiz  'Beyond Magenta,' Susan Kuklin's profile of 6 trans teens, has become one of the most banned books in America As Philadelphia Labor Department faces proposed budget cuts, advocates seek more funding for worker’s-rights enforcement Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 28 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Heated Mayoral Debate, Philly's Labor Movement, Trans Teen Book Banned full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kristin Hunt, senior staff writer at PhillyVoice, and Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss the final mayoral candidate debate before the May 16th primary, recent union activity in our region, and why a book about trans youth by a local author has become one of the most banned works in the country. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism. Here are some stories discussed in this episode:  Candidates in Philly mayor's race point fingers, make accusations during final debate before Democratic primary Mayoral candidates squabble over campaign ethics, donations Meet Your Mayor Quiz  'Beyond Magenta,' Susan Kuklin's profile of 6 trans teens, has become one of the most banned books in America As Philadelphia Labor Department faces proposed budget cuts, advocates seek more funding for worker’s-rights enforcement Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Kristin Hunt, senior staff writer at PhillyVoice, and Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss the final mayoral candidate debate before the May 16th primary, recent union activity in our region, and why a book about trans youth by a local author has become one of the most banned works in the country.

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism. Here are some stories discussed in this episode: 


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]]> 1149 Pennsylvania May Soon Officially Recognize Girls Wrestling https://philly.citycast.fm/ This February, the 100th school in Pennsylvania started a girls wrestling team. That’s the threshold to get sanctioned and fully sponsored as a sport by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association. If approved, girls teams would be able to hold tournaments and championships— without having to compete with boys. Host Trenae Nuri talks with three state qualifying wrestlers and their coach at Penn Wood High School in Delaware County about what this sport means to them.  For more information about how girls wrestling is growing across the Commonwealth go to SanctionPA.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Pennsylvania May Soon Officially Recognize Girls Wrestling full City Cast This February, the 100th school in Pennsylvania started a girls wrestling team. That’s the threshold to get sanctioned and fully sponsored as a sport by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association. If approved, girls teams would be able to hold tournaments and championships— without having to compete with boys. Host Trenae Nuri talks with three state qualifying wrestlers and their coach at Penn Wood High School in Delaware County about what this sport means to them.  For more information about how girls wrestling is growing across the Commonwealth go to SanctionPA.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. This February, the 100th school in Pennsylvania started a girls wrestling team. That’s the threshold to get sanctioned and fully sponsored as a sport by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association. If approved, girls teams would be able to hold tournaments and championships— without having to compete with boys. Host Trenae Nuri talks with three state qualifying wrestlers and their coach at Penn Wood High School in Delaware County about what this sport means to them. 

For more information about how girls wrestling is growing across the Commonwealth go to SanctionPA. 


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]]> 784 Celebrating 24 Years of Philly Black Pride https://philly.citycast.fm The 24th annual Philly Black Pride celebration kicks off this week. The four-day festival includes dance parties, karaoke, and even a skate night! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about why Philly’s Black LGBTQ+ community is focusing on joy and healing this year, and his can’t miss events this weekend.  Here’s a list of some resources for Philly’s LGBTQ+ community Colours Organization Bebashi  Philadelphia FIGHT galaei Mazzoni Center  The Family Practice & Counseling Network  Looking for Philly Black Pride events? Here’s the festival calendar: http://phillyblackpride.org/events/ April 26th is National Pretzel Day. Get a free pretzel at Philadelphia Pretzel Factory.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Celebrating 24 Years of Philly Black Pride full City Cast The 24th annual Philly Black Pride celebration kicks off this week. The four-day festival includes dance parties, karaoke, and even a skate night! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about why Philly’s Black LGBTQ+ community is focusing on joy and healing this year, and his can’t miss events this weekend.  Here’s a list of some resources for Philly’s LGBTQ+ community Colours Organization Bebashi  Philadelphia FIGHT galaei Mazzoni Center  The Family Practice & Counseling Network  Looking for Philly Black Pride events? Here’s the festival calendar: http://phillyblackpride.org/events/ April 26th is National Pretzel Day. Get a free pretzel at Philadelphia Pretzel Factory.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The 24th annual Philly Black Pride celebration kicks off this week. The four-day festival includes dance parties, karaoke, and even a skate night! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr. about why Philly’s Black LGBTQ+ community is focusing on joy and healing this year, and his can’t miss events this weekend. 


Here’s a list of some resources for Philly’s LGBTQ+ community

Colours Organization

Bebashi 

Philadelphia FIGHT

galaei

Mazzoni Center 

The Family Practice & Counseling Network 


Looking for Philly Black Pride events? Here’s the festival calendar: http://phillyblackpride.org/events/


April 26th is National Pretzel Day. Get a free pretzel at Philadelphia Pretzel Factory. 


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]]> 833 What To Do With Philly's 40K Vacant Lots? https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphia has 10,000s of vacant lots, according to City data. Keeping them clean and green can help reduce crime and littering, and even raise property values. So, what can your community do to start repurposing a vacant lot? Host Trenae Nuri and Nate Hommel, director of planning and design for University City District, talk through the steps for turning a neglected space into a community oasis. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What To Do With Philly's 40K Vacant Lots? full City Cast Philadelphia has 10,000s of vacant lots, according to City data. Keeping them clean and green can help reduce crime and littering, and even raise property values. So, what can your community do to start repurposing a vacant lot? Host Trenae Nuri and Nate Hommel, director of planning and design for University City District, talk through the steps for turning a neglected space into a community oasis. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia has 10,000s of vacant lots, according to City data. Keeping them clean and green can help reduce crime and littering, and even raise property values. So, what can your community do to start repurposing a vacant lot? Host Trenae Nuri and Nate Hommel, director of planning and design for University City District, talk through the steps for turning a neglected space into a community oasis.


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]]> 987 The AI Program Watching Your Kids Online https://philly.citycast.fm/ School districts in Bucks and Philadelphia counties are using AI software to track students' online activities on school-issued devices. The idea is to prevent bullying, suicide, or even a school shooting. However, critics say there are a host of downsides. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Rizzo, reporter for WHYY News, about her recent reporting on this type of software, where it's used locally, and the questions this technology raises for parents and school districts. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The AI Program Watching Your Kids Online full City Cast School districts in Bucks and Philadelphia counties are using AI software to track students' online activities on school-issued devices. The idea is to prevent bullying, suicide, or even a school shooting. However, critics say there are a host of downsides. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Rizzo, reporter for WHYY News, about her recent reporting on this type of software, where it's used locally, and the questions this technology raises for parents and school districts. School districts in Bucks and Philadelphia counties are using AI software to track students' online activities on school-issued devices. The idea is to prevent bullying, suicide, or even a school shooting. However, critics say there are a host of downsides. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Rizzo, reporter for WHYY News, about her recent reporting on this type of software, where it's used locally, and the questions this technology raises for parents and school districts.

]]> 947 Sen. Fetterman Back to Work, Jalen Hurt’s Extension & Multilingual Emergency Alerts https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is join by Emily Neil, digital content producer for WHYY News, Julia Terruso, political reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor for The Philadelphia Tribune. We talk about U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s first week back to work, the City’s plan to roll out multilingual emergency alerts, and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ multi-million dollar extension. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘So grateful’: Inside John Fetterman’s hopeful first week back in the Senate after his treatment for depression ‘It’s great to be back’: John Fetterman returns to the Senate Philadelphia plans to roll out multilingual emergency alerts this year Sign up for the city’s alerts here: ReadyPhiladelphia Committee of Seventy and Partners to Issue First Public, Nonpartisan Poll in 2023 Mayor’s Race Sixers prepare for deep playoff run WHYY News launches Climate Desk to tackle our changing environment Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Sen. Fetterman Back to Work, Jalen Hurt’s Extension & Multilingual Emergency Alerts full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is join by Emily Neil, digital content producer for WHYY News, Julia Terruso, political reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor for The Philadelphia Tribune. We talk about U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s first week back to work, the City’s plan to roll out multilingual emergency alerts, and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ multi-million dollar extension. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘So grateful’: Inside John Fetterman’s hopeful first week back in the Senate after his treatment for depression ‘It’s great to be back’: John Fetterman returns to the Senate Philadelphia plans to roll out multilingual emergency alerts this year Sign up for the city’s alerts here: ReadyPhiladelphia Committee of Seventy and Partners to Issue First Public, Nonpartisan Poll in 2023 Mayor’s Race Sixers prepare for deep playoff run WHYY News launches Climate Desk to tackle our changing environment Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is join by Emily Neil, digital content producer for WHYY News, Julia Terruso, political reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports contributor for The Philadelphia Tribune. We talk about U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s first week back to work, the City’s plan to roll out multilingual emergency alerts, and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts’ multi-million dollar extension.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


‘So grateful’: Inside John Fetterman’s hopeful first week back in the Senate after his treatment for depression


‘It’s great to be back’: John Fetterman returns to the Senate


Philadelphia plans to roll out multilingual emergency alerts this year


Sign up for the city’s alerts here: ReadyPhiladelphia


Committee of Seventy and Partners to Issue First Public, Nonpartisan Poll in 2023 Mayor’s Race


Sixers prepare for deep playoff run


WHYY News launches Climate Desk to tackle our changing environment


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly


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]]> 1184 How the Phillie Phanatic Changed the Mascot Game https://philly.citycast.fm/ The Phillie Phanatic turns 45 next week. So, how did a giant, flightless bird from the Galápagos wind up as our baseball mascot anyway? Host Trenae Nuri talks with AJ Mass, editor and writer at ESPN and author of “Yes, It’s Hot in Here,” about his experience as a mascot for the New York Mets and how the Phanatic became the model for future mascots to follow. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How the Phillie Phanatic Changed the Mascot Game full City Cast The Phillie Phanatic turns 45 next week. So, how did a giant, flightless bird from the Galápagos wind up as our baseball mascot anyway? Host Trenae Nuri talks with AJ Mass, editor and writer at ESPN and author of “Yes, It’s Hot in Here,” about his experience as a mascot for the New York Mets and how the Phanatic became the model for future mascots to follow. The Phillie Phanatic turns 45 next week. So, how did a giant, flightless bird from the Galápagos wind up as our baseball mascot anyway? Host Trenae Nuri talks with AJ Mass, editor and writer at ESPN and author of “Yes, It’s Hot in Here,” about his experience as a mascot for the New York Mets and how the Phanatic became the model for future mascots to follow.

]]> 1086 Does ChatGPT Know Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s writing travel guides, doing customer service, and even making art. ChatGPT is one such AI tool, that responds to questions or requests in text form. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz put questions about Philly to ChatGPT, and get back some surprising answers. Learn more about Chat-GPT at this free event. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Does ChatGPT Know Philly? full City Cast Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s writing travel guides, doing customer service, and even making art. ChatGPT is one such AI tool, that responds to questions or requests in text form. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz put questions about Philly to ChatGPT, and get back some surprising answers. Learn more about Chat-GPT at this free event. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s writing travel guides, doing customer service, and even making art. ChatGPT is one such AI tool, that responds to questions or requests in text form. In this episode, host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz put questions about Philly to ChatGPT, and get back some surprising answers.


Learn more about Chat-GPT at this free event.


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]]> 1331 What Went Wrong With Philly's School Lottery https://philly.citycast.fm/ The process of getting into a selective high school has recently changed. The school district launched a lottery admissions system. It’s goal was to boost enrollment for Black and Latino students. But, it’s left many open seats at schools, some parents confused, and even faculty and students have protested. Host Trenae Nuri and senior reporter Dale Mezzacappa talks about what went wrong with the new school lottery system.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What Went Wrong With Philly's School Lottery full City Cast The process of getting into a selective high school has recently changed. The school district launched a lottery admissions system. It’s goal was to boost enrollment for Black and Latino students. But, it’s left many open seats at schools, some parents confused, and even faculty and students have protested. Host Trenae Nuri and senior reporter Dale Mezzacappa talks about what went wrong with the new school lottery system.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The process of getting into a selective high school has recently changed. The school district launched a lottery admissions system. It’s goal was to boost enrollment for Black and Latino students. But, it’s left many open seats at schools, some parents confused, and even faculty and students have protested. Host Trenae Nuri and senior reporter Dale Mezzacappa talks about what went wrong with the new school lottery system. 


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]]> 790 Where Philly’s Mayoral Candidates Are Getting Their Money https://philly.citycast.fm/ Millions of dollars are flowing to Philly’s Democratic mayoral candidates ahead of the May primary election. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about where that money is coming from, what those sources say about the candidates, and why it matters to voters.  Find a Financial Empowerment Center near you.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Where Philly’s Mayoral Candidates Are Getting Their Money full City Cast Millions of dollars are flowing to Philly’s Democratic mayoral candidates ahead of the May primary election. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about where that money is coming from, what those sources say about the candidates, and why it matters to voters.  Find a Financial Empowerment Center near you.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Millions of dollars are flowing to Philly’s Democratic mayoral candidates ahead of the May primary election. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about where that money is coming from, what those sources say about the candidates, and why it matters to voters. 


Find a Financial Empowerment Center near you. 


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]]> 892 Redeveloping Former PES Site, Temple’s Acting President, & Trade School Groundbreaking https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Oliver Sabo, staff writer at Temple News, and independent journalist, Kyle Bagenstose. We discuss what’s happening at the former oil refinery site in South Philly, city council talks about teen programs for the summer, and Temple University named its new acting president.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Temple welcomes JoAnne Epps at introductory press conference Philadelphia’s Next Mayor – Democratic Primary Debate on FOX 29 Will the new owners of the shuttered PES refinery bring blue skies or dreams denied to South Philadelphia? Ongoing Threat from Plant behind March Chemical Spill Philly sheriff denies misuse of funds when requesting pay raises for herself and top staff City Council members discuss teen programs, police recruitment ahead of summertime Paul Robeson High senior accepted to Harvard, first in school’s history ‘A dream come true’: YouthBuild Philly celebrates permanent home for public charter school Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Redeveloping Former PES Site, Temple’s Acting President, & Trade School Groundbreaking full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Oliver Sabo, staff writer at Temple News, and independent journalist, Kyle Bagenstose. We discuss what’s happening at the former oil refinery site in South Philly, city council talks about teen programs for the summer, and Temple University named its new acting president.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Temple welcomes JoAnne Epps at introductory press conference Philadelphia’s Next Mayor – Democratic Primary Debate on FOX 29 Will the new owners of the shuttered PES refinery bring blue skies or dreams denied to South Philadelphia? Ongoing Threat from Plant behind March Chemical Spill Philly sheriff denies misuse of funds when requesting pay raises for herself and top staff City Council members discuss teen programs, police recruitment ahead of summertime Paul Robeson High senior accepted to Harvard, first in school’s history ‘A dream come true’: YouthBuild Philly celebrates permanent home for public charter school Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Oliver Sabo, staff writer at Temple News, and independent journalist, Kyle Bagenstose. We discuss what’s happening at the former oil refinery site in South Philly, city council talks about teen programs for the summer, and Temple University named its new acting president. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Temple welcomes JoAnne Epps at introductory press conference


Philadelphia’s Next Mayor – Democratic Primary Debate on FOX 29


Will the new owners of the shuttered PES refinery bring blue skies or dreams denied to South Philadelphia?


Ongoing Threat from Plant behind March Chemical Spill


Philly sheriff denies misuse of funds when requesting pay raises for herself and top staff


City Council members discuss teen programs, police recruitment ahead of summertime


Paul Robeson High senior accepted to Harvard, first in school’s history


‘A dream come true’: YouthBuild Philly celebrates permanent home for public charter school


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]]> 1250 Philly’s Long History With Block Captains https://philly.citycast.fm/ City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz is joined by Dawn Woods, administrator for the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee, to talk about the role of block captains and their history in Philly. How to Become a Block Captain.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 13 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Long History With Block Captains full City Cast City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz is joined by Dawn Woods, administrator for the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee, to talk about the role of block captains and their history in Philly. How to Become a Block Captain.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz is joined by Dawn Woods, administrator for the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee, to talk about the role of block captains and their history in Philly.


How to Become a Block Captain. 


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]]> 838 If You Don't Pay Your Philly Workers, The City Might Sue You https://philly.citycast.fm/ The city has recently sued an employer for not paying its workers. This is the first time Philly has enforced it’s wage theft laws through a legal action. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Juliana Reyes, investigative reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about what this wage theft lawsuit means for worker protections in Philly.  Read Reyes’ full story here.  Here’s the city’s list of so-called bad actors.  You can report a wage theft violation here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 If You Don't Pay Your Philly Workers, The City Might Sue You full City Cast The city has recently sued an employer for not paying its workers. This is the first time Philly has enforced it’s wage theft laws through a legal action. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Juliana Reyes, investigative reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about what this wage theft lawsuit means for worker protections in Philly.  Read Reyes’ full story here.  Here’s the city’s list of so-called bad actors.  You can report a wage theft violation here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The city has recently sued an employer for not paying its workers. This is the first time Philly has enforced it’s wage theft laws through a legal action. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Juliana Reyes, investigative reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about what this wage theft lawsuit means for worker protections in Philly. 


Read Reyes’ full story here. 


Here’s the city’s list of so-called bad actors. 


You can report a wage theft violation here. 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 691 Can You Financially Thrive in Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm/ What does financial freedom mean to you? There’s lot of definitions, but for some Philadelphians it’s hard to meet this goal. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO of Technical.ly, about a year-long reporting project called “Thriving” and what it takes for 10 Philadelphians to thrive in Philly.  The Pew Charitable Trusts ‘State of the City’ 2023 Live Webcast : Issues Facing Philadelphia and Visions for the Future  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 11 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Can You Financially Thrive in Philly? full City Cast What does financial freedom mean to you? There’s lot of definitions, but for some Philadelphians it’s hard to meet this goal. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO of Technical.ly, about a year-long reporting project called “Thriving” and what it takes for 10 Philadelphians to thrive in Philly.  The Pew Charitable Trusts ‘State of the City’ 2023 Live Webcast : Issues Facing Philadelphia and Visions for the Future  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. What does financial freedom mean to you? There’s lot of definitions, but for some Philadelphians it’s hard to meet this goal. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO of Technical.ly, about a year-long reporting project called “Thriving” and what it takes for 10 Philadelphians to thrive in Philly. 


The Pew Charitable Trusts ‘State of the City’ 2023 Live Webcast : Issues Facing Philadelphia and Visions for the Future 


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]]> 1191 The Cowboys Stole North Philly’s Hat https://philly.citycast.fm/ Any self respecting Eagles fan knows that you shouldn’t be repping the Cowboys in Philly, but maybe we should make an exception — not for the football team but for the hats. It turns out those wide-brimmed hats you see all over westerns were invented by a hat maker in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and it’s once great impact on the city.  Check out Avi’s original Twitter thread on the invention of the cowboy hat here. You can check out our episode on Philly’s public bathroom problem here.  There are additional routes to the riverfront trail from center city for pedestrians here and bikers here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Mon, 10 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Cowboys Stole North Philly’s Hat full City Cast Any self respecting Eagles fan knows that you shouldn’t be repping the Cowboys in Philly, but maybe we should make an exception — not for the football team but for the hats. It turns out those wide-brimmed hats you see all over westerns were invented by a hat maker in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and it’s once great impact on the city.  Check out Avi’s original Twitter thread on the invention of the cowboy hat here. You can check out our episode on Philly’s public bathroom problem here.  There are additional routes to the riverfront trail from center city for pedestrians here and bikers here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Any self respecting Eagles fan knows that you shouldn’t be repping the Cowboys in Philly, but maybe we should make an exception — not for the football team but for the hats. It turns out those wide-brimmed hats you see all over westerns were invented by a hat maker in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and it’s once great impact on the city. 


Check out Avi’s original Twitter thread on the invention of the cowboy hat here.


You can check out our episode on Philly’s public bathroom problem here. 


There are additional routes to the riverfront trail from center city for pedestrians here and bikers here.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. 


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]]> 798 Is Jeff Brown Code-Switching? Plus More Mayoral Forums and Fundraising Results https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news round up! Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Denise Clay-Murray, political contributor and co-host of the Philadelphia Hall Monitor. Mayoral candidates were all the talk this week from Jeff Brown’s alleged code-switching, to fundraising numbers going public — plus some surprising mayoral endorsements.  Our Friday news round ups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia Mayoral Candidate Forum - Addressing Gun Violence The Problem With Jeff Brown’s Racial Code-Switching What recent fundraising tells us about the state of the Philly mayor’s race, in five charts Dress in your Sunday best and win prizes during Philly's Easter Promenade The Undecided: If a new poll is any indication, a significant portion of Philadelphia’s electorate doesn’t know who it’s voting for in the May 16 primary Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Is Jeff Brown Code-Switching? Plus More Mayoral Forums and Fundraising Results" full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Denise Clay-Murray, political contributor and co-host of the Philadelphia Hall Monitor. Mayoral candidates were all the talk this week from Jeff Brown’s alleged code-switching, to fundraising numbers going public — plus some surprising mayoral endorsements.  Our Friday news round ups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia Mayoral Candidate Forum - Addressing Gun Violence The Problem With Jeff Brown’s Racial Code-Switching What recent fundraising tells us about the state of the Philly mayor’s race, in five charts Dress in your Sunday best and win prizes during Philly's Easter Promenade The Undecided: If a new poll is any indication, a significant portion of Philadelphia’s electorate doesn’t know who it’s voting for in the May 16 primary Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news round up! Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Denise Clay-Murray, political contributor and co-host of the Philadelphia Hall Monitor. Mayoral candidates were all the talk this week from Jeff Brown’s alleged code-switching, to fundraising numbers going public — plus some surprising mayoral endorsements. 


Our Friday news round ups are powered by great local journalism: 


Philadelphia Mayoral Candidate Forum - Addressing Gun Violence

The Problem With Jeff Brown’s Racial Code-Switching

What recent fundraising tells us about the state of the Philly mayor’s race, in five charts

Dress in your Sunday best and win prizes during Philly's Easter Promenade

The Undecided: If a new poll is any indication, a significant portion of Philadelphia’s electorate doesn’t know who it’s voting for in the May 16 primary


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]]> 1224 This Philly Comedian Wants You to Laugh at Her Terminal Illness https://philly.citycast.fm It's unsurprisingly hard to find humor in terminal illnesses, that is unless you’re Philly comedian and actor Kirsten Michelle Cills. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with the “terminally chill” comedian about why she makes jokes about her terminal illness and how she’s giving audiences permission to laugh along with her. Also, she shares her favorite Philly comedy clubs you need to check out.  To see Kirsten perform live, check out her website.  For a list of all the city holidays that will affect your trash pick-up schedule, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 This Philly Comedian Wants You to Laugh at Her Terminal Illness full City Cast It's unsurprisingly hard to find humor in terminal illnesses, that is unless you’re Philly comedian and actor Kirsten Michelle Cills. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with the “terminally chill” comedian about why she makes jokes about her terminal illness and how she’s giving audiences permission to laugh along with her. Also, she shares her favorite Philly comedy clubs you need to check out.  To see Kirsten perform live, check out her website.  For a list of all the city holidays that will affect your trash pick-up schedule, click here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It's unsurprisingly hard to find humor in terminal illnesses, that is unless you’re Philly comedian and actor Kirsten Michelle Cills. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with the “terminally chill” comedian about why she makes jokes about her terminal illness and how she’s giving audiences permission to laugh along with her. Also, she shares her favorite Philly comedy clubs you need to check out. 


To see Kirsten perform live, check out her website. 


For a list of all the city holidays that will affect your trash pick-up schedule, click here.


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1040 Traffic Tips for Navigating Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 and Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. This week traffic could be even worse than usual. With PennDOT filling some of those pesky potholes, keep an eye out for lane closures on 95, 76, 676, and even routes 422 and 202. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey, Philly! newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid and tips on navigating the city by bus, car or ride-share.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Traffic Tips for Navigating Philly full City Cast Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 and Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. This week traffic could be even worse than usual. With PennDOT filling some of those pesky potholes, keep an eye out for lane closures on 95, 76, 676, and even routes 422 and 202. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey, Philly! newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid and tips on navigating the city by bus, car or ride-share.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 and Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. This week traffic could be even worse than usual. With PennDOT filling some of those pesky potholes, keep an eye out for lane closures on 95, 76, 676, and even routes 422 and 202. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey, Philly! newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid and tips on navigating the city by bus, car or ride-share. 


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1262 Life Lessons From an Award-Winning Philly Poet https://philly.citycast.fm April is National Poetry Month. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who’s hosting an award-winning podcast dedicated to poetry? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry.  Read Major’s Duck Girl poem here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Life Lessons From an Award-Winning Philly Poet full City Cast April is National Poetry Month. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who’s hosting an award-winning podcast dedicated to poetry? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry.  Read Major’s Duck Girl poem here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. April is National Poetry Month. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who’s hosting an award-winning podcast dedicated to poetry? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry. 


Read Major’s Duck Girl poem here.


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1340 Could Monthly Cash Payments Reduce Philly’s Infant Mortality Rates? https://philly.citycast.fm Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. So the city wants to roll out a new program to help reduce the city’s high infant mortality rates. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how the Philly Joy Bank pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians.  You can stay updated about the Philly Joy Bank by following Philly Loves Families on Facebook and going to Philly CAN.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Could Monthly Cash Payments Reduce Philly’s Infant Mortality Rates? full City Cast Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. So the city wants to roll out a new program to help reduce the city’s high infant mortality rates. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how the Philly Joy Bank pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians.  You can stay updated about the Philly Joy Bank by following Philly Loves Families on Facebook and going to Philly CAN.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. So the city wants to roll out a new program to help reduce the city’s high infant mortality rates. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how the Philly Joy Bank pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians. 


You can stay updated about the Philly Joy Bank by following Philly Loves Families on Facebook and going to Philly CAN. 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


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]]> 1053 Water Panic, Temple President Resigns & New Ballpark Snacks https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Danya Henniger, director/editor of Billy Penn, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. We talk about the communication from officials about the safety of Philly’s tap water, Jason Wingard, Temple University’s first Black president, resigning, and the new ballpark snack options at Citizens Bank Park.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A short history of (the many) recent environmental mishaps along the Delaware River Philly’s drinking water will not be impacted by chemical spill, Kenney says; officials say they chose to communicate as much as possible Philadelphia restaurant owners wished for clearer messaging on water contamination The Green Living Plan Mayoral Candidate Forum (video recap)  The Green Living Plan For Philadelphia Philly Tree Plan The City’s long-awaited, ambitious tree plan has been released. Here’s what it says, and doesn’t say. Temple University President Jason Wingard resigns ahead of no-confidence vote Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Water Panic, Temple President Resigns & New Ballpark Snacks full City Cast It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Danya Henniger, director/editor of Billy Penn, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. We talk about the communication from officials about the safety of Philly’s tap water, Jason Wingard, Temple University’s first Black president, resigning, and the new ballpark snack options at Citizens Bank Park.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A short history of (the many) recent environmental mishaps along the Delaware River Philly’s drinking water will not be impacted by chemical spill, Kenney says; officials say they chose to communicate as much as possible Philadelphia restaurant owners wished for clearer messaging on water contamination The Green Living Plan Mayoral Candidate Forum (video recap)  The Green Living Plan For Philadelphia Philly Tree Plan The City’s long-awaited, ambitious tree plan has been released. Here’s what it says, and doesn’t say. Temple University President Jason Wingard resigns ahead of no-confidence vote Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Danya Henniger, director/editor of Billy Penn, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. We talk about the communication from officials about the safety of Philly’s tap water, Jason Wingard, Temple University’s first Black president, resigning, and the new ballpark snack options at Citizens Bank Park. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


A short history of (the many) recent environmental mishaps along the Delaware River


Philly’s drinking water will not be impacted by chemical spill, Kenney says; officials say they chose to communicate as much as possible


Philadelphia restaurant owners wished for clearer messaging on water contamination


The Green Living Plan Mayoral Candidate Forum (video recap) 


The Green Living Plan For Philadelphia


Philly Tree Plan


The City’s long-awaited, ambitious tree plan has been released. Here’s what it says, and doesn’t say.


Temple University President Jason Wingard resigns ahead of no-confidence vote


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

]]> 1364 Tastykake to Water Ice: Grading Iconic Philly Snacks https://philly.citycast.fm From Peanut Chews and Tastykake to pretzels and water ice, Philly has some great treats. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite snacks.  City Cast Philly’s Grading System  A - Free Wawa coffee B - Finding a parking spot on Broad Street on a Saturday C - A bike ride on MLK Drive, but it’s a cloudy day D - Your kid is on the waitlist for a school  F - You’re stuck in traffic on I-95, I-76, Walt or Benny Bridges If you’re looking for a great outdoor spring activity, check out Wissahickon Park. Read the Hey Philly newsletter’s Urban Almanac to learn more about the beautiful trails.  Read more about the history of Peanut Chews here. Discover more on Philly's version of soft pretzels with these articles from Billy Penn, Serious Eats, and Philadelphia Magazine. To learn more about Tastykake, check out  Philadelphia Magazine, Thrillist, and Penn State University. For more on the origins of water ice, Rita's and Pop's Italian Ice have descriptions on their websites. If you need to know more about Peeps, check out their website and this Vox article. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 30 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Tastykake to Water Ice: Grading Iconic Philly Snacks full City Cast From Peanut Chews and Tastykake to pretzels and water ice, Philly has some great treats. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite snacks.  City Cast Philly’s Grading System  A - Free Wawa coffee B - Finding a parking spot on Broad Street on a Saturday C - A bike ride on MLK Drive, but it’s a cloudy day D - Your kid is on the waitlist for a school  F - You’re stuck in traffic on I-95, I-76, Walt or Benny Bridges If you’re looking for a great outdoor spring activity, check out Wissahickon Park. Read the Hey Philly newsletter’s Urban Almanac to learn more about the beautiful trails.  Read more about the history of Peanut Chews here. Discover more on Philly's version of soft pretzels with these articles from Billy Penn, Serious Eats, and Philadelphia Magazine. To learn more about Tastykake, check out  Philadelphia Magazine, Thrillist, and Penn State University. For more on the origins of water ice, Rita's and Pop's Italian Ice have descriptions on their websites. If you need to know more about Peeps, check out their website and this Vox article. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. From Peanut Chews and Tastykake to pretzels and water ice, Philly has some great treats. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite snacks. 


City Cast Philly’s Grading System 

A - Free Wawa coffee

B - Finding a parking spot on Broad Street on a Saturday

C - A bike ride on MLK Drive, but it’s a cloudy day

D - Your kid is on the waitlist for a school 

F - You’re stuck in traffic on I-95, I-76, Walt or Benny Bridges


If you’re looking for a great outdoor spring activity, check out Wissahickon Park. Read the Hey Philly newsletter’s Urban Almanac to learn more about the beautiful trails. 


Read more about the history of Peanut Chews here.


Discover more on Philly's version of soft pretzels with these articles from Billy Penn, Serious Eats, and Philadelphia Magazine.


To learn more about Tastykake, check out  Philadelphia Magazine, Thrillist, and Penn State University.


For more on the origins of water ice, Rita's and Pop's Italian Ice have descriptions on their websites.


If you need to know more about Peeps, check out their website and this Vox article.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1405 Should Philly Worry About More Chemical Spills in Our Water? https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ The past few days have been pretty chaotic and unsettling over the chemical spill in Bucks County that raised concerns about Philly’s tap water. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about how this all happened and how the region’s infrastructure keeps the city’s drinking water safe.  Check here for live updates on Philly’s water.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Should Philly Worry About More Chemical Spills in Our Water? full City Cast The past few days have been pretty chaotic and unsettling over the chemical spill in Bucks County that raised concerns about Philly’s tap water. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about how this all happened and how the region’s infrastructure keeps the city’s drinking water safe.  Check here for live updates on Philly’s water.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The past few days have been pretty chaotic and unsettling over the chemical spill in Bucks County that raised concerns about Philly’s tap water. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about how this all happened and how the region’s infrastructure keeps the city’s drinking water safe. 


Check here for live updates on Philly’s water. 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 896 I FRTED to SIDE PC: PennDOT's Problem With Raunchy Plates https://philly.citycast.fm Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms, or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates.  Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here. Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected. Philly’s Water Resources Update on Philly's water as of 7:30am Tuesday, Mar. 28th: Officials say tap water is safe to fill bottles and pitchers with until at least 11:59 pm Wednesday, March 29.  No contaminants from the spill have been found in the city’s drinking water, according to officials.  Residents can find out if they live or have a business in a potentially impacted area by looking at this Delaware River Latex Spill Impact Map. Sign up for free alerts from the City by texting READYPHILA to 888-777 or by visiting the ReadyPhiladelphia signup page. Follow @PhillyH2O, @PhiladelphiaGov, and @PhilaOEM on Twitter. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 I FRTED to SIDE PC: PennDOT's Problem With Raunchy Plates full City Cast Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms, or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates.  Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here. Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected. Philly’s Water Resources Update on Philly's water as of 7:30am Tuesday, Mar. 28th: Officials say tap water is safe to fill bottles and pitchers with until at least 11:59 pm Wednesday, March 29.  No contaminants from the spill have been found in the city’s drinking water, according to officials.  Residents can find out if they live or have a business in a potentially impacted area by looking at this Delaware River Latex Spill Impact Map. Sign up for free alerts from the City by texting READYPHILA to 888-777 or by visiting the ReadyPhiladelphia signup page. Follow @PhillyH2O, @PhiladelphiaGov, and @PhilaOEM on Twitter. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms, or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates. 


Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here.


Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected.


Philly’s Water Resources

  • Update on Philly's water as of 7:30am Tuesday, Mar. 28th: Officials say tap water is safe to fill bottles and pitchers with until at least 11:59 pm Wednesday, March 29. 


  • No contaminants from the spill have been found in the city’s drinking water, according to officials. 



  • Sign up for free alerts from the City by texting READYPHILA to 888-777 or by visiting the ReadyPhiladelphia signup page. Follow @PhillyH2O, @PhiladelphiaGov, and @PhilaOEM on Twitter.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1300 Why Overbrook Park Backyards Are Crossing Property Lines https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ Imagine this. You’re sitting outside in what you think is your backyard. Until the city says that your whole backyard isn’t technically yours; it’s apart of a public golf course. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for Grid Philly, about how property lines got crossed in Overbrook Park.  Read Bernard’s full story here. To reduce your chance of getting HIV from sex or injection drug use, the city offers PrEP for free. You don’t need insurance. Schedule a televisit with a doctor. You can text 215-709-7826 or check out https://phillykeeponloving.com/teleprep Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Why Overbrook Park Backyards Are Crossing Property Lines full City Cast Imagine this. You’re sitting outside in what you think is your backyard. Until the city says that your whole backyard isn’t technically yours; it’s apart of a public golf course. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for Grid Philly, about how property lines got crossed in Overbrook Park.  Read Bernard’s full story here. To reduce your chance of getting HIV from sex or injection drug use, the city offers PrEP for free. You don’t need insurance. Schedule a televisit with a doctor. You can text 215-709-7826 or check out https://phillykeeponloving.com/teleprep Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Imagine this. You’re sitting outside in what you think is your backyard. Until the city says that your whole backyard isn’t technically yours; it’s apart of a public golf course. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for Grid Philly, about how property lines got crossed in Overbrook Park. 


Read Bernard’s full story here.


To reduce your chance of getting HIV from sex or injection drug use, the city offers PrEP for free. You don’t need insurance. Schedule a televisit with a doctor. You can text 215-709-7826 or check out https://phillykeeponloving.com/teleprep


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 929 SEPTA’s Updated Bus Plan, Housing Discrimination & Street Sweeping Resumes https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. We talk about how SEPTA’s updating its bus plan, an investigation over asbestos in Philly schools, and when street sweeping is coming back.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA’s revised bus network redesign keeps some routes that had been slated to disappear ‘It shouldn’t be this hard’: Council committee explores pervasive form of housing discrimination in Philadelphia Investigation underway over asbestos issues as Philly schools superintendent warns more discoveries are likely Philly to resume street sweeping this spring in neighborhoods most impacted by litter Mechanical Cleaning Virtual Community Meetings to Discuss Phase III of the Mechanical Cleaning Program  You’re invited to attend the Street Department Zoom meetings. Use Meeting ID: 873 1719 3203 and passcode: 996285 or connect via phone at 267-831-0333. You can attend Monday, March 27 at 5p.m., Tuesday, March 28 at 9a.m., and Wednesday, March 29 at 12p.m. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 SEPTA’s Updated Bus Plan, Housing Discrimination & Street Sweeping Resumes full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. We talk about how SEPTA’s updating its bus plan, an investigation over asbestos in Philly schools, and when street sweeping is coming back.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA’s revised bus network redesign keeps some routes that had been slated to disappear ‘It shouldn’t be this hard’: Council committee explores pervasive form of housing discrimination in Philadelphia Investigation underway over asbestos issues as Philly schools superintendent warns more discoveries are likely Philly to resume street sweeping this spring in neighborhoods most impacted by litter Mechanical Cleaning Virtual Community Meetings to Discuss Phase III of the Mechanical Cleaning Program  You’re invited to attend the Street Department Zoom meetings. Use Meeting ID: 873 1719 3203 and passcode: 996285 or connect via phone at 267-831-0333. You can attend Monday, March 27 at 5p.m., Tuesday, March 28 at 9a.m., and Wednesday, March 29 at 12p.m. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. We talk about how SEPTA’s updating its bus plan, an investigation over asbestos in Philly schools, and when street sweeping is coming back. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


SEPTA’s revised bus network redesign keeps some routes that had been slated to disappear


‘It shouldn’t be this hard’: Council committee explores pervasive form of housing discrimination in Philadelphia


Investigation underway over asbestos issues as Philly schools superintendent warns more discoveries are likely


Philly to resume street sweeping this spring in neighborhoods most impacted by litter


Mechanical Cleaning Virtual Community Meetings to Discuss Phase III of the Mechanical Cleaning Program 


You’re invited to attend the Street Department Zoom meetings. Use Meeting ID: 873 1719 3203 and passcode: 996285 or connect via phone at 267-831-0333. You can attend Monday, March 27 at 5p.m., Tuesday, March 28 at 9a.m., and Wednesday, March 29 at 12p.m.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

]]> 1523 How To Skate Your Way Through Philly https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ Spring Fling Week is on a roll. The weather has been pretty nice this week — especially for roller skating. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Stevi Lukacz and Dirt Hutchinson of Philly Quad Fund, a community of skaters making skating more financially accessible. Plus, they talk about the best places and surfaces to find your skating flow in the city.  Philly-based skate groups and spots mentioned in this episode: Great on Skates  Rollin’ With the Homos Skate the Foundry Skateadelphia Philly Roller Derby Penn Jersey Roller Derby Zembo Temple of Skate & Design FDR Skate Park  Rolling Thunder Skating Rizzo Rink Front Street Park Fishtown Recreation Center Cione Recreation Center Millennium Skate World Remember, driving or parking is not allowed on the grass along Kelly Drive. If you do get caught, there’s a $101 fine. Find public parking options along the Schylkill River using this map.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How To Skate Your Way Through Philly full City Cast Spring Fling Week is on a roll. The weather has been pretty nice this week — especially for roller skating. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Stevi Lukacz and Dirt Hutchinson of Philly Quad Fund, a community of skaters making skating more financially accessible. Plus, they talk about the best places and surfaces to find your skating flow in the city.  Philly-based skate groups and spots mentioned in this episode: Great on Skates  Rollin’ With the Homos Skate the Foundry Skateadelphia Philly Roller Derby Penn Jersey Roller Derby Zembo Temple of Skate & Design FDR Skate Park  Rolling Thunder Skating Rizzo Rink Front Street Park Fishtown Recreation Center Cione Recreation Center Millennium Skate World Remember, driving or parking is not allowed on the grass along Kelly Drive. If you do get caught, there’s a $101 fine. Find public parking options along the Schylkill River using this map.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Spring Fling Week is on a roll. The weather has been pretty nice this week — especially for roller skating. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Stevi Lukacz and Dirt Hutchinson of Philly Quad Fund, a community of skaters making skating more financially accessible. Plus, they talk about the best places and surfaces to find your skating flow in the city. 


Philly-based skate groups and spots mentioned in this episode:

Great on Skates 

Rollin’ With the Homos

Skate the Foundry

Skateadelphia

Philly Roller Derby

Penn Jersey Roller Derby

Zembo Temple of Skate & Design

FDR Skate Park 

Rolling Thunder Skating

Rizzo Rink

Front Street Park

Fishtown Recreation Center

Cione Recreation Center

Millennium Skate World


Remember, driving or parking is not allowed on the grass along Kelly Drive. If you do get caught, there’s a $101 fine. Find public parking options along the Schylkill River using this map. 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

]]> 1135 What To Do in Philly’s Public Parks https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ We’re continuing our Spring Fling Week. From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green space. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about the variety of programming happening at city parks.  When the Boathouse Row lights resume later this year, non-profit organizations, corporations, and institutions can request a special lighting for their cause here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 What To Do in Philly’s Public Parks full City Cast We’re continuing our Spring Fling Week. From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green space. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about the variety of programming happening at city parks.  When the Boathouse Row lights resume later this year, non-profit organizations, corporations, and institutions can request a special lighting for their cause here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’re continuing our Spring Fling Week. From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green space. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about the variety of programming happening at city parks. 


When the Boathouse Row lights resume later this year, non-profit organizations, corporations, and institutions can request a special lighting for their cause here. 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


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]]> 1024 Go Birds! Philly's Best Spots for Birding https://philly.citycast.fm We live in a city full of interesting people, historic landmarks, and a wide variety of birds. Host Trenae Nuri and Elise Greenberg, founder of Philly Queer Birders, chat about some of the best places in the city to see our feathered neighbors.  Elise’s favorite places to spot birds in Philly: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum FDR Park  Penny Pack Park  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 21 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Go Birds! Philly's Best Spots for Birding full City Cast We live in a city full of interesting people, historic landmarks, and a wide variety of birds. Host Trenae Nuri and Elise Greenberg, founder of Philly Queer Birders, chat about some of the best places in the city to see our feathered neighbors.  Elise’s favorite places to spot birds in Philly: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum FDR Park  Penny Pack Park  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We live in a city full of interesting people, historic landmarks, and a wide variety of birds. Host Trenae Nuri and Elise Greenberg, founder of Philly Queer Birders, chat about some of the best places in the city to see our feathered neighbors. 


Elise’s favorite places to spot birds in Philly:

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

FDR Park 

Penny Pack Park 


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]]> 1060 The Best Spring Cleaning Hacks in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm It’s spring! And it’s time to do some cleaning. But before you throw out your old junk and take it to the curb, there are businesses in our city that are recycling and repurposing used goods in a more meaningful and sustainable way. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, about how his organization is advocating for policy changes to build a circular economy in the city.  Check out the Zero Waste At Home Resource Directory and participate in the Circular Scavenger Hunt.  Find a sanitation center near you. Here are the other companies, organizations, programs, and resources mentioned in this episode: Rego (furniture) Habitat for Humanity ReStore Retrievr (clothes/electronics) Pennsylvania Horticulture Society (gardening/composting resources) PennState Extension (composting resources) Community Compost sites Bennett Compost Circle Compost Community Cans program Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee Community Life Improvement Program (CLIP) Glitter (block litter-cleaning service) Neighborhood Gardens Trust Apply now for SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Spring Cleaning Hacks in Philly full City Cast It’s spring! And it’s time to do some cleaning. But before you throw out your old junk and take it to the curb, there are businesses in our city that are recycling and repurposing used goods in a more meaningful and sustainable way. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, about how his organization is advocating for policy changes to build a circular economy in the city.  Check out the Zero Waste At Home Resource Directory and participate in the Circular Scavenger Hunt.  Find a sanitation center near you. Here are the other companies, organizations, programs, and resources mentioned in this episode: Rego (furniture) Habitat for Humanity ReStore Retrievr (clothes/electronics) Pennsylvania Horticulture Society (gardening/composting resources) PennState Extension (composting resources) Community Compost sites Bennett Compost Circle Compost Community Cans program Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee Community Life Improvement Program (CLIP) Glitter (block litter-cleaning service) Neighborhood Gardens Trust Apply now for SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s spring! And it’s time to do some cleaning. But before you throw out your old junk and take it to the curb, there are businesses in our city that are recycling and repurposing used goods in a more meaningful and sustainable way. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, about how his organization is advocating for policy changes to build a circular economy in the city. 


Check out the Zero Waste At Home Resource Directory and participate in the Circular Scavenger Hunt. 


Find a sanitation center near you.


Here are the other companies, organizations, programs, and resources mentioned in this episode:


Apply now for SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly


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]]> 1288 Changing Philly Crime Reporting, Thousands of Potholes, & AI Poetry https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Cherri Gregg, afternoon drive anchor for WHYY-90.9 FM and co-host of Studio 2. We talk about the old coffee can that’s used to select the mayoral ballot, top issues on voters' minds, crime reporting, potholes, and an AI poetry slam.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Coffee can helps relatively unknown candidate nab top ballot spot in Philly mayoral race New public opinion poll sheds light on the issues and solutions that matter most to Philadelphians  65% of Philadelphians think the city is ‘on the wrong track,’ Lenfest survey finds These Philadelphia Researchers Want Journalists to Tell Better Stories About Gun Violence Lights. Camera. Crime Citing worsening teenage mental health, Bucks County officials file lawsuit against major social media companies Philadelphia's pothole problems An AI poetry slam with Philly's street poet  Tiger Woods to open education center at renovated Cobbs Creek Golf Course ‘Game-changing’ loan fund in Philly celebrates first affordable housing project Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 17 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Changing Philly Crime Reporting, Thousands of Potholes, & AI Poetry full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Cherri Gregg, afternoon drive anchor for WHYY-90.9 FM and co-host of Studio 2. We talk about the old coffee can that’s used to select the mayoral ballot, top issues on voters' minds, crime reporting, potholes, and an AI poetry slam.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Coffee can helps relatively unknown candidate nab top ballot spot in Philly mayoral race New public opinion poll sheds light on the issues and solutions that matter most to Philadelphians  65% of Philadelphians think the city is ‘on the wrong track,’ Lenfest survey finds These Philadelphia Researchers Want Journalists to Tell Better Stories About Gun Violence Lights. Camera. Crime Citing worsening teenage mental health, Bucks County officials file lawsuit against major social media companies Philadelphia's pothole problems An AI poetry slam with Philly's street poet  Tiger Woods to open education center at renovated Cobbs Creek Golf Course ‘Game-changing’ loan fund in Philly celebrates first affordable housing project Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Cherri Gregg, afternoon drive anchor for WHYY-90.9 FM and co-host of Studio 2. We talk about the old coffee can that’s used to select the mayoral ballot, top issues on voters' minds, crime reporting, potholes, and an AI poetry slam. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Coffee can helps relatively unknown candidate nab top ballot spot in Philly mayoral race


New public opinion poll sheds light on the issues and solutions that matter most to Philadelphians 


65% of Philadelphians think the city is ‘on the wrong track,’ Lenfest survey finds


These Philadelphia Researchers Want Journalists to Tell Better Stories About Gun Violence


Lights. Camera. Crime


Citing worsening teenage mental health, Bucks County officials file lawsuit against major social media companies


Philadelphia's pothole problems


An AI poetry slam with Philly's street poet 


Tiger Woods to open education center at renovated Cobbs Creek Golf Course


‘Game-changing’ loan fund in Philly celebrates first affordable housing project


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]]> 1918 A Coffee Shop Chat with a Century-Old Italian Market Staple https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with current owner Anthony Anastasio about his family’s legacy.  This interview originally aired on November 30, 2022. Know a legacy business in Philadelphia we should explore next? Send us an email at philly@citycast.fm. Or leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 A Coffee Shop Chat with a Century-Old Italian Market Staple full City Cast Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with current owner Anthony Anastasio about his family’s legacy.  This interview originally aired on November 30, 2022. Know a legacy business in Philadelphia we should explore next? Send us an email at philly@citycast.fm. Or leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with current owner Anthony Anastasio about his family’s legacy. 


This interview originally aired on November 30, 2022.


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]]> 862 Gifts, Campaign Contributions & Gov. Shapiro’s Sixers Tickets https://philly.citycast.fm/ Governor Josh Shapiro is a huge sports fan. He recently sat courtside at a Sixers game, and was cheering for the Eagles at the Super Bowl. But who paid for those tickets? City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris chats with Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, about the rules around gifts and campaign contributions to elected officials.  Check out Stephen's article on this story for Spotlight PA. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Gifts, Campaign Contributions & Gov. Shapiro’s Sixers Tickets full City Cast Governor Josh Shapiro is a huge sports fan. He recently sat courtside at a Sixers game, and was cheering for the Eagles at the Super Bowl. But who paid for those tickets? City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris chats with Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, about the rules around gifts and campaign contributions to elected officials.  Check out Stephen's article on this story for Spotlight PA. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Governor Josh Shapiro is a huge sports fan. He recently sat courtside at a Sixers game, and was cheering for the Eagles at the Super Bowl. But who paid for those tickets? City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris chats with Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, about the rules around gifts and campaign contributions to elected officials. 


Check out Stephen's article on this story for Spotlight PA.


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]]> 881 How To Get Food Without Extra SNAP Money https://philly.citycast.fm/ Things are getting tight. Because of a federal reduction in SNAP benefits, 1.9 million Pennsylvanians lost additional money to buy groceries. These changes mean some families are losing an average of $181 per month food. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chelsea Short, communications and marketing director at Philabundance, about how their group is filling the gap and keeping up with demand of food resources for families.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 How To Get Food Without Extra SNAP Money full City Cast Things are getting tight. Because of a federal reduction in SNAP benefits, 1.9 million Pennsylvanians lost additional money to buy groceries. These changes mean some families are losing an average of $181 per month food. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chelsea Short, communications and marketing director at Philabundance, about how their group is filling the gap and keeping up with demand of food resources for families.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Things are getting tight. Because of a federal reduction in SNAP benefits, 1.9 million Pennsylvanians lost additional money to buy groceries. These changes mean some families are losing an average of $181 per month food. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chelsea Short, communications and marketing director at Philabundance, about how their group is filling the gap and keeping up with demand of food resources for families. 


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]]> 835 Should Philly’s Flag Get a Redesign? https://philly.citycast.fm Be honest, what colors are on Philly’s municipal flag? Could you identify any symbols on it? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alison McCook, assistant editor of the opinion page at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what makes a flag “good” and memorable.  You can design your own Philly flag and read Alison’s full story.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 Should Philly’s Flag Get a Redesign? full City Cast Be honest, what colors are on Philly’s municipal flag? Could you identify any symbols on it? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alison McCook, assistant editor of the opinion page at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what makes a flag “good” and memorable.  You can design your own Philly flag and read Alison’s full story.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Be honest, what colors are on Philly’s municipal flag? Could you identify any symbols on it? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alison McCook, assistant editor of the opinion page at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about what makes a flag “good” and memorable. 


You can design your own Philly flag and read Alison’s full story. 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1162 Ballot Deadlines, More Asbestos in Schools & Happy Hour for Medical Workers https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Vanessa Maria Graber, News Voices Director at Free Press and President of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Philadelphia Chapter, and Lawrence McGlynn, co-host and producer of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor. We talk about ballot deadlines, toxic materials in Philadelphia school buildings, and the food and drink specials from 7am to 9am at for Philly medical workers at CO-OP Restaurant & Bar.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street More than 90 candidates filed to be on Philly’s May 16 primary ballot for mayor, City Council, and row offices Kenney Presents Proposed Budget to Council Philly schools knew of damaged asbestos at Building 21 for at least two years before closure Asbestos closes Simon Gratz Mastery Charter, the second district building this month Amy’s Pizzeria in Hatboro overwhelmed with local, global support after viral video of racist attack University City bar offering 'Sips and Scrubs' happy hour for medical workers If you want to learn more about how elections work in Pennsylvania, read Title 25: Election Code.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Ballot Deadlines, More Asbestos in Schools & Happy Hour for Medical Workers full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Vanessa Maria Graber, News Voices Director at Free Press and President of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Philadelphia Chapter, and Lawrence McGlynn, co-host and producer of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor. We talk about ballot deadlines, toxic materials in Philadelphia school buildings, and the food and drink specials from 7am to 9am at for Philly medical workers at CO-OP Restaurant & Bar.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street More than 90 candidates filed to be on Philly’s May 16 primary ballot for mayor, City Council, and row offices Kenney Presents Proposed Budget to Council Philly schools knew of damaged asbestos at Building 21 for at least two years before closure Asbestos closes Simon Gratz Mastery Charter, the second district building this month Amy’s Pizzeria in Hatboro overwhelmed with local, global support after viral video of racist attack University City bar offering 'Sips and Scrubs' happy hour for medical workers If you want to learn more about how elections work in Pennsylvania, read Title 25: Election Code.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Vanessa Maria Graber, News Voices Director at Free Press and President of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Philadelphia Chapter, and Lawrence McGlynn, co-host and producer of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor. We talk about ballot deadlines, toxic materials in Philadelphia school buildings, and the food and drink specials from 7am to 9am at for Philly medical workers at CO-OP Restaurant & Bar. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street


More than 90 candidates filed to be on Philly’s May 16 primary ballot for mayor, City Council, and row offices


Kenney Presents Proposed Budget to Council


Philly schools knew of damaged asbestos at Building 21 for at least two years before closure


Asbestos closes Simon Gratz Mastery Charter, the second district building this month


Amy’s Pizzeria in Hatboro overwhelmed with local, global support after viral video of racist attack


University City bar offering 'Sips and Scrubs' happy hour for medical workers


If you want to learn more about how elections work in Pennsylvania, read Title 25: Election Code. 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1832 This Philly Artist Preserves a 600-Year-Old Indian Dance https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ Culturefest! happens this weekend at The Penn Museum. This month celebrates diverse women artists and creatives in our region. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly Arts and Culture Contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. talk about the work of Madhusmita Bora from Sattriya Dance Company, who’s carrying a 600-year-old traditional Indian prayer dance forward and performing at Culturefest! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 This Philly Artist Preserves a 600-Year-Old Indian Dance full City Cast Culturefest! happens this weekend at The Penn Museum. This month celebrates diverse women artists and creatives in our region. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly Arts and Culture Contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. talk about the work of Madhusmita Bora from Sattriya Dance Company, who’s carrying a 600-year-old traditional Indian prayer dance forward and performing at Culturefest! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Culturefest! happens this weekend at The Penn Museum. This month celebrates diverse women artists and creatives in our region. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly Arts and Culture Contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. talk about the work of Madhusmita Bora from Sattriya Dance Company, who’s carrying a 600-year-old traditional Indian prayer dance forward and performing at Culturefest!


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]]> 931 How Philly Became a Certified Welcoming City https://philly.citycast.fm The city landed a huge honor. We’re officially “certified welcoming” — a title given by Welcoming America — a national nonprofit that promotes economic opportunities for immigrants. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Amy Eusebio, executive director of the city’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, about what this certification means for Philadelphia and our immigrant communities.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 08 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Philly Became a Certified Welcoming City full City Cast The city landed a huge honor. We’re officially “certified welcoming” — a title given by Welcoming America — a national nonprofit that promotes economic opportunities for immigrants. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Amy Eusebio, executive director of the city’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, about what this certification means for Philadelphia and our immigrant communities.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. The city landed a huge honor. We’re officially “certified welcoming” — a title given by Welcoming America — a national nonprofit that promotes economic opportunities for immigrants. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Amy Eusebio, executive director of the city’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, about what this certification means for Philadelphia and our immigrant communities. 


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]]> 1115 How Can We Make Philly's Sidewalks Safer? https://philly.citycast.fm Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving around it? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why our sidewalks are such a mess.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Can We Make Philly's Sidewalks Safer? full City Cast Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving around it? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why our sidewalks are such a mess.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving around it? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why our sidewalks are such a mess. 


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]]> 1013 What’s in Mayor Kenney’s Last Budget? https://philly.citycast.fm Last week, Mayor Jim Kenney gave his final budget address. The budget proposal doesn’t raise taxes, gives city employees and low-income Philadelphians free SEPTA rides, and includes more funding for the Police Department. Host Trenae Nuri and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter for Axios Philadelphia, discuss other big ticket items in Kenney’s $6.1 billion proposal. Did you hear our Tip of the Day and want to find out if you’re owed any unclaimed money? Check out the Pennsylvania Treasury’s Unclaimed Property website. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 What’s in Mayor Kenney’s Last Budget? full City Cast Last week, Mayor Jim Kenney gave his final budget address. The budget proposal doesn’t raise taxes, gives city employees and low-income Philadelphians free SEPTA rides, and includes more funding for the Police Department. Host Trenae Nuri and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter for Axios Philadelphia, discuss other big ticket items in Kenney’s $6.1 billion proposal. Did you hear our Tip of the Day and want to find out if you’re owed any unclaimed money? Check out the Pennsylvania Treasury’s Unclaimed Property website. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Last week, Mayor Jim Kenney gave his final budget address. The budget proposal doesn’t raise taxes, gives city employees and low-income Philadelphians free SEPTA rides, and includes more funding for the Police Department. Host Trenae Nuri and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter for Axios Philadelphia, discuss other big ticket items in Kenney’s $6.1 billion proposal.


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]]> 934 McClinton Makes History, Henon Gets Sentenced & Peeps-Flavored Pepsi Returns https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune, Sharyn Flanagan, and senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine, Victor Fiorillo, to discuss Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton’s historic rise, former Councilmember Bobby Henon’s sentencing, sit-ins happening at Drexel University, and Peeps-flavored Pepsi. Plus, the group has some recommendations from performances at City Winery to the 2023 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show and Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut of Creed III.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  McClinton voted Pa. speaker; first Black woman to win post 5 things to know about Joanna McClinton, Pa.’s first Black woman House speaker Ex-Philly Councilmember Bobby Henon sentenced to 3½ years in union bribery case Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are threatened by climate change Drexel Community for Justice holds indefinite sit-in Philly’s Exciting I-95 Capping Project Is Finally Underway Philly native named 2023 regional youth poet laureate Does the World Really Need Peeps Pepsi? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Fri, 03 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 McClinton Makes History, Henon Gets Sentenced & Peeps-Flavored Pepsi Returns full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune, Sharyn Flanagan, and senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine, Victor Fiorillo, to discuss Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton’s historic rise, former Councilmember Bobby Henon’s sentencing, sit-ins happening at Drexel University, and Peeps-flavored Pepsi. Plus, the group has some recommendations from performances at City Winery to the 2023 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show and Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut of Creed III.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  McClinton voted Pa. speaker; first Black woman to win post 5 things to know about Joanna McClinton, Pa.’s first Black woman House speaker Ex-Philly Councilmember Bobby Henon sentenced to 3½ years in union bribery case Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are threatened by climate change Drexel Community for Justice holds indefinite sit-in Philly’s Exciting I-95 Capping Project Is Finally Underway Philly native named 2023 regional youth poet laureate Does the World Really Need Peeps Pepsi? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune, Sharyn Flanagan, and senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine, Victor Fiorillo, to discuss Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton’s historic rise, former Councilmember Bobby Henon’s sentencing, sit-ins happening at Drexel University, and Peeps-flavored Pepsi. Plus, the group has some recommendations from performances at City Winery to the 2023 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show and Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut of Creed III. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


McClinton voted Pa. speaker; first Black woman to win post


5 things to know about Joanna McClinton, Pa.’s first Black woman House speaker


Ex-Philly Councilmember Bobby Henon sentenced to 3½ years in union bribery case


Philadelphia's cherry blossoms are threatened by climate change


Drexel Community for Justice holds indefinite sit-in


Philly’s Exciting I-95 Capping Project Is Finally Underway


Philly native named 2023 regional youth poet laureate


Does the World Really Need Peeps Pepsi?


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]]> 1409 Will PA Legalize Cannabis This Year? Cannabis law in the Keystone state is different depending on where you live. And while it's hard to say whether Pennsylvania will fully legalize cannabis this year, lawmakers could make other important changes to our cannabis laws. Host Trenae Nuri, City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris and Ed Mahon, investigative reporter for Spotlight PA, discuss proposals for decriminalization, DUI protections, and more. You can read Ed's reporting on the state's cannabis laws here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Will PA Legalize Cannabis This Year? full City Cast Cannabis law in the Keystone state is different depending on where you live. And while it's hard to say whether Pennsylvania will fully legalize cannabis this year, lawmakers could make other important changes to our cannabis laws. Host Trenae Nuri, City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris and Ed Mahon, investigative reporter for Spotlight PA, discuss proposals for decriminalization, DUI protections, and more. You can read Ed's reporting on the state's cannabis laws here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Cannabis law in the Keystone state is different depending on where you live. And while it's hard to say whether Pennsylvania will fully legalize cannabis this year, lawmakers could make other important changes to our cannabis laws. Host Trenae Nuri, City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris and Ed Mahon, investigative reporter for Spotlight PA, discuss proposals for decriminalization, DUI protections, and more.


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]]> 1052 From the Fish Fry to Union Support: Do Endorsements Matter in Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm We’ve been talking on the show about the crowded mayor’s race. After all, voters will determine the city’s 100th mayor. In recent weeks, some candidates have picked up support from influential political groups. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray discuss if endorsements matter in this political race.  Watch Denise tonight on The Philadelphia Hall Monitor at 6:00pm on WPPM 106.5FM and PhillyCAM TV.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000 From the Fish Fry to Union Support: Do Endorsements Matter in Philly? full City Cast We’ve been talking on the show about the crowded mayor’s race. After all, voters will determine the city’s 100th mayor. In recent weeks, some candidates have picked up support from influential political groups. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray discuss if endorsements matter in this political race.  Watch Denise tonight on The Philadelphia Hall Monitor at 6:00pm on WPPM 106.5FM and PhillyCAM TV.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. We’ve been talking on the show about the crowded mayor’s race. After all, voters will determine the city’s 100th mayor. In recent weeks, some candidates have picked up support from influential political groups. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray discuss if endorsements matter in this political race. 


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]]> 1161 Why PA Still Bans Religious Garb for Teachers https://philly.citycast.fm In Pennsylvania, public school teachers can’t legally wear religious garb while working. PA's the only state that still has such a ban. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aubri Juhasz, WHYY’s education reporter, about a push to get rid of the ban this legislative session.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why PA Still Bans Religious Garb for Teachers full City Cast In Pennsylvania, public school teachers can’t legally wear religious garb while working. PA's the only state that still has such a ban. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aubri Juhasz, WHYY’s education reporter, about a push to get rid of the ban this legislative session.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. In Pennsylvania, public school teachers can’t legally wear religious garb while working. PA's the only state that still has such a ban. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aubri Juhasz, WHYY’s education reporter, about a push to get rid of the ban this legislative session. 


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]]> 925 How This Philly Woman Built a Cycling Community https://philly.citycast.fm Each week this month, we’ve been highlighting stories of Black Philadelphians doing incredible work in our city. And in the final week, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ajoa Abrokwa, founder of She is Focused, about how her healing journey lead her to having a renewed spirit in the great outdoors. Plus, she’s building a community of other women and girls to share a passion for cycling. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How This Philly Woman Built a Cycling Community full City Cast Each week this month, we’ve been highlighting stories of Black Philadelphians doing incredible work in our city. And in the final week, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ajoa Abrokwa, founder of She is Focused, about how her healing journey lead her to having a renewed spirit in the great outdoors. Plus, she’s building a community of other women and girls to share a passion for cycling. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Each week this month, we’ve been highlighting stories of Black Philadelphians doing incredible work in our city. And in the final week, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ajoa Abrokwa, founder of She is Focused, about how her healing journey lead her to having a renewed spirit in the great outdoors. Plus, she’s building a community of other women and girls to share a passion for cycling.


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]]> 1029 Temple Officer Slain, More Police Patrolling & Mayoral Candidates on Crime https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mensah Dean, staff writer for The Trace, and Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss the recent killing of Temple University officer Christopher Fitzgerald, how residents are responding to increased police presence in the city’s 39th, 25th, 24th and 22nd districts, and what mayoral candidates have to say about reducing gun violence. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Slain Temple officer Christopher Fitzgerald’s death an ‘extraordinary loss,’ officials say Hope and Disenchantment as Police Flood Philly’s Most Violent Areas ‘Culmination of chaos’: Temple students react to death of slain police officer Philly mayoral candidates say they’ll declare a crime emergency. What would that really do? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Temple Officer Slain, More Police Patrolling & Mayoral Candidates on Crime full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mensah Dean, staff writer for The Trace, and Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss the recent killing of Temple University officer Christopher Fitzgerald, how residents are responding to increased police presence in the city’s 39th, 25th, 24th and 22nd districts, and what mayoral candidates have to say about reducing gun violence. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Slain Temple officer Christopher Fitzgerald’s death an ‘extraordinary loss,’ officials say Hope and Disenchantment as Police Flood Philly’s Most Violent Areas ‘Culmination of chaos’: Temple students react to death of slain police officer Philly mayoral candidates say they’ll declare a crime emergency. What would that really do? Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mensah Dean, staff writer for The Trace, and Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss the recent killing of Temple University officer Christopher Fitzgerald, how residents are responding to increased police presence in the city’s 39th, 25th, 24th and 22nd districts, and what mayoral candidates have to say about reducing gun violence.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Slain Temple officer Christopher Fitzgerald’s death an ‘extraordinary loss,’ officials say


Hope and Disenchantment as Police Flood Philly’s Most Violent Areas


‘Culmination of chaos’: Temple students react to death of slain police officer


Philly mayoral candidates say they’ll declare a crime emergency. What would that really do?


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]]> 1543 "Tranq" Has Saturated Philly's Drug Supply. How Are Hospitals Responding? https://philly.citycast.fm A new drug called Xylazine has saturated Philly’s drug supply. It’s also known as Tranq, short for animal tranquilizer. The drug is leaving users with gaping wounds. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kathleen Lalli, CEO of Kensington Hospital, about their wound van that has been treating the effects of this drug and why they are expanding their services now. The wound van is parked on 2755 Kensington Ave.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 23 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 "Tranq" Has Saturated Philly's Drug Supply. How Are Hospitals Responding? full City Cast A new drug called Xylazine has saturated Philly’s drug supply. It’s also known as Tranq, short for animal tranquilizer. The drug is leaving users with gaping wounds. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kathleen Lalli, CEO of Kensington Hospital, about their wound van that has been treating the effects of this drug and why they are expanding their services now. The wound van is parked on 2755 Kensington Ave.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  A new drug called Xylazine has saturated Philly’s drug supply. It’s also known as Tranq, short for animal tranquilizer. The drug is leaving users with gaping wounds. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Kathleen Lalli, CEO of Kensington Hospital, about their wound van that has been treating the effects of this drug and why they are expanding their services now. The wound van is parked on 2755 Kensington Ave. 


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]]> 828 Philly's Best BYOB Restaurants https://philly.citycast.fm Philly has some amazing restaurants. From great crispy tacos, to cheesy pizza, and even that Szechuan restaurant where a robot serves you. Another thing Philly’s got is a lot of BYOBs. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best places to eat, drink, and bring-your-own-beverage.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly's Best BYOB Restaurants full City Cast Philly has some amazing restaurants. From great crispy tacos, to cheesy pizza, and even that Szechuan restaurant where a robot serves you. Another thing Philly’s got is a lot of BYOBs. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best places to eat, drink, and bring-your-own-beverage.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Philly has some amazing restaurants. From great crispy tacos, to cheesy pizza, and even that Szechuan restaurant where a robot serves you. Another thing Philly’s got is a lot of BYOBs. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best places to eat, drink, and bring-your-own-beverage. 


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]]> 982 How Philly's 'Theatre in the X' Removes Boundaries https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ For a decade, Theatre in the X has provided opportunities to theater professionals of color. Their mission is to make high-quality theatrical arts accessible to Philadelphians. Now, they’re teaming up with Painted Bride, a long-running performance space, for their 10-year anniversary. Host Trenae Nuri chats with our City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., about the creativity and importance of this West Philly theater company.  Grab tickets to Theater In The X’s 10th year anniversary fundraiser here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Philly's 'Theatre in the X' Removes Boundaries full City Cast For a decade, Theatre in the X has provided opportunities to theater professionals of color. Their mission is to make high-quality theatrical arts accessible to Philadelphians. Now, they’re teaming up with Painted Bride, a long-running performance space, for their 10-year anniversary. Host Trenae Nuri chats with our City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., about the creativity and importance of this West Philly theater company.  Grab tickets to Theater In The X’s 10th year anniversary fundraiser here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. For a decade, Theatre in the X has provided opportunities to theater professionals of color. Their mission is to make high-quality theatrical arts accessible to Philadelphians. Now, they’re teaming up with Painted Bride, a long-running performance space, for their 10-year anniversary. Host Trenae Nuri chats with our City Cast Philly arts and culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., about the creativity and importance of this West Philly theater company. 


Grab tickets to Theater In The X’s 10th year anniversary fundraiser here. 


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]]> 1014 SEPTA Security, the Roosevelt Subway & Future of Philly Transit https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jay Arzu, Ph.D. student studying City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia Inquirer reporter, Jake Blumgart, to discuss public transportation and safety.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA to deploy more police officers on trains in response to safety concerns Meet the Man Who Brought the Boulevard Subway Back From the Dead Progressive Cities Have a Public Order Problem on Mass Transit Speeding tickets and crashes fell after enforcement cameras came to Roosevelt Blvd. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 SEPTA Security, the Roosevelt Subway & Future of Philly Transit full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jay Arzu, Ph.D. student studying City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia Inquirer reporter, Jake Blumgart, to discuss public transportation and safety.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  SEPTA to deploy more police officers on trains in response to safety concerns Meet the Man Who Brought the Boulevard Subway Back From the Dead Progressive Cities Have a Public Order Problem on Mass Transit Speeding tickets and crashes fell after enforcement cameras came to Roosevelt Blvd. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jay Arzu, Ph.D. student studying City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia Inquirer reporter, Jake Blumgart, to discuss public transportation and safety. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


SEPTA to deploy more police officers on trains in response to safety concerns


Meet the Man Who Brought the Boulevard Subway Back From the Dead


Progressive Cities Have a Public Order Problem on Mass Transit


Speeding tickets and crashes fell after enforcement cameras came to Roosevelt Blvd.


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]]> 1258 What Dem Control of the State House Means for Philly https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ Democrats won three special elections this month, ending a two-month debate over which party would control the Pennsylvania House. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about what Democrats could accomplish this session and what this could mean for Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 What Dem Control of the State House Means for Philly full City Cast Democrats won three special elections this month, ending a two-month debate over which party would control the Pennsylvania House. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about what Democrats could accomplish this session and what this could mean for Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Democrats won three special elections this month, ending a two-month debate over which party would control the Pennsylvania House. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about what Democrats could accomplish this session and what this could mean for Philly.


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]]> 1050 Meet the Philly Artist Sculpting Historical Black Figurines https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/ If you’re down at Cherry Street Pier, you’ll see work by local painters, illustrators, and other artists. You’ll also see one-of-a-kind Black figurines made by a local sculptor. Host Trenae Nuri chats with published multimedia artist Acori Honzo about how his figurines spark cross-generational conversations and focus on representation. To follow Honzo’s work, you can check out his Instagram.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Meet the Philly Artist Sculpting Historical Black Figurines full City Cast If you’re down at Cherry Street Pier, you’ll see work by local painters, illustrators, and other artists. You’ll also see one-of-a-kind Black figurines made by a local sculptor. Host Trenae Nuri chats with published multimedia artist Acori Honzo about how his figurines spark cross-generational conversations and focus on representation. To follow Honzo’s work, you can check out his Instagram.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  If you’re down at Cherry Street Pier, you’ll see work by local painters, illustrators, and other artists. You’ll also see one-of-a-kind Black figurines made by a local sculptor. Host Trenae Nuri chats with published multimedia artist Acori Honzo about how his figurines spark cross-generational conversations and focus on representation.


To follow Honzo’s work, you can check out his Instagram. 


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]]> 991 Learning About LOVE From Philly’s Iconic Sculpture https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly is known as “The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.” So it seems only right that we hold the actually LOVE statue. It’s iconic. Host Trenae Nuri and Marguerite Anglin, public art director for the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, talk about how Philly got the LOVE statue and why it became so recognizable. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Learning About LOVE From Philly’s Iconic Sculpture full City Cast Philly is known as “The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.” So it seems only right that we hold the actually LOVE statue. It’s iconic. Host Trenae Nuri and Marguerite Anglin, public art director for the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, talk about how Philly got the LOVE statue and why it became so recognizable. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Philly is known as “The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.” So it seems only right that we hold the actually LOVE statue. It’s iconic. Host Trenae Nuri and Marguerite Anglin, public art director for the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy, talk about how Philly got the LOVE statue and why it became so recognizable.


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]]> 1004 School Funding Isn’t Fair. What Comes Next? https://pod.link/city-cast-philly A Commonwealth Court judge recently ruled that the way Pennsylvania funds school districts is unconstitutional. The School District of Philadelphia was not a plaintiff in this case, but a few of their officials testified. City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh’s Mallory Falk are joined by senior reporter for Chalkbeat Philadelphia, Dale Mezzacappa, to talk about how Philly schools could be affected by the ruling and what happens next. You can read Dale’s reporting on the landmark court decision here, and all of her school funding trial coverage here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 School Funding Isn’t Fair. What Comes Next? full City Cast A Commonwealth Court judge recently ruled that the way Pennsylvania funds school districts is unconstitutional. The School District of Philadelphia was not a plaintiff in this case, but a few of their officials testified. City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh’s Mallory Falk are joined by senior reporter for Chalkbeat Philadelphia, Dale Mezzacappa, to talk about how Philly schools could be affected by the ruling and what happens next. You can read Dale’s reporting on the landmark court decision here, and all of her school funding trial coverage here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. A Commonwealth Court judge recently ruled that the way Pennsylvania funds school districts is unconstitutional. The School District of Philadelphia was not a plaintiff in this case, but a few of their officials testified. City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh’s Mallory Falk are joined by senior reporter for Chalkbeat Philadelphia, Dale Mezzacappa, to talk about how Philly schools could be affected by the ruling and what happens next.


You can read Dale’s reporting on the landmark court decision here, and all of her school funding trial coverage here.


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 867 Super Bowl Traditions, Superstitions & Firsts https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by our sports contributor John Barchard and Philadelphia Tribune sports writer O.J. Spivey to discuss the Philadelphia Eagles 2022-2023 season, the historical significance of Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes becoming the first Black starting quarterbacks at the Super Bowl and the differences and similarities to the 2017-2018 season which was the last time the Eagles were at the big game. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: All District schools and offices will be open with a two-hour delay on Monday, February 13, 2023 – the day after the Super Bowl. Go Birds! Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts will make history on Sunday, becoming the first Black QBs to start against each other in the Super Bowl. Autumn Lockwood to be first Black woman to coach in Super Bowl. Andy Reid’s Eagles tenure was a success even if he never delivered a Super Bowl win. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 10 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Super Bowl Traditions, Superstitions & Firsts full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by our sports contributor John Barchard and Philadelphia Tribune sports writer O.J. Spivey to discuss the Philadelphia Eagles 2022-2023 season, the historical significance of Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes becoming the first Black starting quarterbacks at the Super Bowl and the differences and similarities to the 2017-2018 season which was the last time the Eagles were at the big game. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: All District schools and offices will be open with a two-hour delay on Monday, February 13, 2023 – the day after the Super Bowl. Go Birds! Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts will make history on Sunday, becoming the first Black QBs to start against each other in the Super Bowl. Autumn Lockwood to be first Black woman to coach in Super Bowl. Andy Reid’s Eagles tenure was a success even if he never delivered a Super Bowl win. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by our sports contributor John Barchard and Philadelphia Tribune sports writer O.J. Spivey to discuss the Philadelphia Eagles 2022-2023 season, the historical significance of Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes becoming the first Black starting quarterbacks at the Super Bowl and the differences and similarities to the 2017-2018 season which was the last time the Eagles were at the big game.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:


All District schools and offices will be open with a two-hour delay on Monday, February 13, 2023 – the day after the Super Bowl. Go Birds!


Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts will make history on Sunday, becoming the first Black QBs to start against each other in the Super Bowl.


Autumn Lockwood to be first Black woman to coach in Super Bowl.


Andy Reid’s Eagles tenure was a success even if he never delivered a Super Bowl win.


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

]]> 1477 The Best Bars to Watch the Eagles Win https://philly.citycast.fm It’s getting closer to game day! But where are you going to be watching the game? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Cass Foley about the best sports bars in town to cheer on the birds and where to get great wings.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 09 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 The Best Bars to Watch the Eagles Win full City Cast It’s getting closer to game day! But where are you going to be watching the game? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Cass Foley about the best sports bars in town to cheer on the birds and where to get great wings.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  It’s getting closer to game day! But where are you going to be watching the game? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Cass Foley about the best sports bars in town to cheer on the birds and where to get great wings. 


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]]> 777 Philly's Surprisingly Long History of Climbing Greased Poles https://philly.citycast.fm Philly’s sports fans weren’t the first to climb greased poles in our city. They’ve just gotten the most hate for it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Isa Segalovich, educator, art historian, and TikToker about the historical roots of climbing poles in Philly.  Check out Segalovich’s original social media post about this tradition. You can also follow her for more art history content on TikTok. To read more about Albero della Cuccagna check out this Philadelphia Inquirer article.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly's Surprisingly Long History of Climbing Greased Poles full City Cast Philly’s sports fans weren’t the first to climb greased poles in our city. They’ve just gotten the most hate for it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Isa Segalovich, educator, art historian, and TikToker about the historical roots of climbing poles in Philly.  Check out Segalovich’s original social media post about this tradition. You can also follow her for more art history content on TikTok. To read more about Albero della Cuccagna check out this Philadelphia Inquirer article.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Philly’s sports fans weren’t the first to climb greased poles in our city. They’ve just gotten the most hate for it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Isa Segalovich, educator, art historian, and TikToker about the historical roots of climbing poles in Philly. 


Check out Segalovich’s original social media post about this tradition. You can also follow her for more art history content on TikTok.


To read more about Albero della Cuccagna check out this Philadelphia Inquirer article. 


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]]> 910 Philly's Public Bathroom Problem https://philly.citycast.fm When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do you go when nature calls? The question has led city officials to the Portland Loo — a single stall, outdoor toilet that’s a little fancier than your typical porta-pottie. But is the Portland Loo really the answer to Philly’s public bathroom woes? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Ari Miller, landscape architect and co-founder of Hinge Collective, about some of the city's public and private places to use the bathroom.  This conversation originally aired November 3, 2022. The 11th annual East Passyunk Avenue Restaurant Week is February 27-March 10. Find out more here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Philly's Public Bathroom Problem full City Cast When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do you go when nature calls? The question has led city officials to the Portland Loo — a single stall, outdoor toilet that’s a little fancier than your typical porta-pottie. But is the Portland Loo really the answer to Philly’s public bathroom woes? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Ari Miller, landscape architect and co-founder of Hinge Collective, about some of the city's public and private places to use the bathroom.  This conversation originally aired November 3, 2022. The 11th annual East Passyunk Avenue Restaurant Week is February 27-March 10. Find out more here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do you go when nature calls? The question has led city officials to the Portland Loo — a single stall, outdoor toilet that’s a little fancier than your typical porta-pottie. But is the Portland Loo really the answer to Philly’s public bathroom woes? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Ari Miller, landscape architect and co-founder of Hinge Collective, about some of the city's public and private places to use the bathroom. 


This conversation originally aired November 3, 2022.


The 11th annual East Passyunk Avenue Restaurant Week is February 27-March 10. Find out more here.


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. 

]]> 869 Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street https://philly.citycast.fm What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street. But that name triggers a racist history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, who’s considered “Philly’s Rosa Parks” and fought to integrate the city’s streetcars in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about how community members have been organizing for nearly three years to get the street renamed, and what the holdup is.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 06 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why Philly Residents Want to Rename Taney Street full City Cast What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street. But that name triggers a racist history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, who’s considered “Philly’s Rosa Parks” and fought to integrate the city’s streetcars in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about how community members have been organizing for nearly three years to get the street renamed, and what the holdup is.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street. But that name triggers a racist history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, who’s considered “Philly’s Rosa Parks” and fought to integrate the city’s streetcars in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about how community members have been organizing for nearly three years to get the street renamed, and what the holdup is. 


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]]> 856 New Air Travel Tech, Climate Change Curriculum, and Black History Month Events https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at Al Día News, and freelance journalist Ben Seal to discuss the partnership between the Philadelphia International Airport and WhereWeFly, how students are learning about climate change in and out of the classroom, and events celebrating Black History Month in Philly. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  PHL partners with WhereWeFly to improve how passengers choose their flights  Philly establishes optional climate change curriculum, but lags behind neighboring New Jersey NALCAB announces list of 2023 Pete Garcia Fellowship members A Different Kind of Learning Loss  Here are links to some Black History Month events happening in Philly:  Feb 3-5: Philadelphia opera performances of Credo  Saturdays Through Feb. 25: Betsy Ross House abolitionist tours Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 27: A Black History Discovery Hunt For more Black History Month event recommendations and Philly news, sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. What was your top story of the week? Let us know on social media — we’re on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 215-259-8170. We always love hearing your voicemails! Fri, 03 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 New Air Travel Tech, Climate Change Curriculum, and Black History Month Events full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at Al Día News, and freelance journalist Ben Seal to discuss the partnership between the Philadelphia International Airport and WhereWeFly, how students are learning about climate change in and out of the classroom, and events celebrating Black History Month in Philly. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  PHL partners with WhereWeFly to improve how passengers choose their flights  Philly establishes optional climate change curriculum, but lags behind neighboring New Jersey NALCAB announces list of 2023 Pete Garcia Fellowship members A Different Kind of Learning Loss  Here are links to some Black History Month events happening in Philly:  Feb 3-5: Philadelphia opera performances of Credo  Saturdays Through Feb. 25: Betsy Ross House abolitionist tours Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 27: A Black History Discovery Hunt For more Black History Month event recommendations and Philly news, sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. What was your top story of the week? Let us know on social media — we’re on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 215-259-8170. We always love hearing your voicemails! It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at Al Día News, and freelance journalist Ben Seal to discuss the partnership between the Philadelphia International Airport and WhereWeFly, how students are learning about climate change in and out of the classroom, and events celebrating Black History Month in Philly.


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Here are links to some Black History Month events happening in Philly: 


For more Black History Month event recommendations and Philly news, sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.


What was your top story of the week? Let us know on social media — we’re on Twitter and Instagram.


You can also call or text us at 215-259-8170. We always love hearing your voicemails!

]]> 1062 Punxsutawney Phil: Clairvoyant or Scammer? https://philly.citycast.fm Pennsylvania has two beloved groundhogs. But one draws spectators from around the world for, let’s face it, his bizarre lore. It’s February 2, which means a groundhog will predict if spring will come early based on if he sees his own shadow or not. In honor of Groundhog Day, host Trenae Nuri is chatting with City Cast Pittsburgh host, Morgan Moody, about the man of the hour, Punxsutawney Phil, and how the science stacks up against tradition. They’re joined by two people who spend a lot of time around groundhogs: AJ Dereume, who is Phil’s handler, and Dr. Stam Zervanos, who has studied groundhogs for two decades. What are your thoughts on Punxsutawney Phil and Groundhog Day? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want more Philly goodness? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Thu, 02 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Punxsutawney Phil: Clairvoyant or Scammer? full City Cast Pennsylvania has two beloved groundhogs. But one draws spectators from around the world for, let’s face it, his bizarre lore. It’s February 2, which means a groundhog will predict if spring will come early based on if he sees his own shadow or not. In honor of Groundhog Day, host Trenae Nuri is chatting with City Cast Pittsburgh host, Morgan Moody, about the man of the hour, Punxsutawney Phil, and how the science stacks up against tradition. They’re joined by two people who spend a lot of time around groundhogs: AJ Dereume, who is Phil’s handler, and Dr. Stam Zervanos, who has studied groundhogs for two decades. What are your thoughts on Punxsutawney Phil and Groundhog Day? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want more Philly goodness? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Pennsylvania has two beloved groundhogs. But one draws spectators from around the world for, let’s face it, his bizarre lore. It’s February 2, which means a groundhog will predict if spring will come early based on if he sees his own shadow or not. In honor of Groundhog Day, host Trenae Nuri is chatting with City Cast Pittsburgh host, Morgan Moody, about the man of the hour, Punxsutawney Phil, and how the science stacks up against tradition.


They’re joined by two people who spend a lot of time around groundhogs: AJ Dereume, who is Phil’s handler, and Dr. Stam Zervanos, who has studied groundhogs for two decades.


What are your thoughts on Punxsutawney Phil and Groundhog Day? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

]]> 1019 Why Would Anyone Want to be Philly's Mayor? https://philly.citycast.fm It seems like everyone wants to be Philly’s mayor! Except Mayor Kenney, of course. Today, producer Abby Fritz talks with political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about the crowded field of candidates, when the race will narrow down, and why anyone would want to be the mayor of Philly.  For more of Denise’s work, follow her on Twitter @denisethewriter. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why Would Anyone Want to be Philly's Mayor? full City Cast It seems like everyone wants to be Philly’s mayor! Except Mayor Kenney, of course. Today, producer Abby Fritz talks with political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about the crowded field of candidates, when the race will narrow down, and why anyone would want to be the mayor of Philly.  For more of Denise’s work, follow her on Twitter @denisethewriter. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  It seems like everyone wants to be Philly’s mayor! Except Mayor Kenney, of course. Today, producer Abby Fritz talks with political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about the crowded field of candidates, when the race will narrow down, and why anyone would want to be the mayor of Philly. 


For more of Denise’s work, follow her on Twitter @denisethewriter.


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]]> 963 Traffic Nightmares in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 or Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. According to the InRix Global Traffic Scorecard of 2022, which tracks mobility data of the world’s most-congested areas, Philly ranked number 10 when it comes to highest traffic delay times by city. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid, and tips on navigating the city by bus, car, or ride-share.  Learn more about SEPTA Forward's Bus Revolution here. Let us know what YOUR traffic nightmares in Philly are! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Traffic Nightmares in Philly full City Cast Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 or Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. According to the InRix Global Traffic Scorecard of 2022, which tracks mobility data of the world’s most-congested areas, Philly ranked number 10 when it comes to highest traffic delay times by city. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid, and tips on navigating the city by bus, car, or ride-share.  Learn more about SEPTA Forward's Bus Revolution here. Let us know what YOUR traffic nightmares in Philly are! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 or Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. According to the InRix Global Traffic Scorecard of 2022, which tracks mobility data of the world’s most-congested areas, Philly ranked number 10 when it comes to highest traffic delay times by city. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid, and tips on navigating the city by bus, car, or ride-share. 


Learn more about SEPTA Forward's Bus Revolution here.


Let us know what YOUR traffic nightmares in Philly are! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.


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]]> 1380 How Philly Changed Violent TV Coverage Nationwide https://philly.citycast.fm Violent crime is all over TV news. There’s a popular saying in journalism, “if it bleeds, it leads.” But it wasn’t always this way; in fact, the origins of this TV news format trace back to Philly. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Layla Jones, the economic equity reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this format, how it stereotyped BIPOC communities, and its lasting impact today.  Read Jones' original piece for the Philadelphia Inquirer here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 30 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Philly Changed Violent TV Coverage Nationwide full City Cast Violent crime is all over TV news. There’s a popular saying in journalism, “if it bleeds, it leads.” But it wasn’t always this way; in fact, the origins of this TV news format trace back to Philly. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Layla Jones, the economic equity reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this format, how it stereotyped BIPOC communities, and its lasting impact today.  Read Jones' original piece for the Philadelphia Inquirer here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Violent crime is all over TV news. There’s a popular saying in journalism, “if it bleeds, it leads.” But it wasn’t always this way; in fact, the origins of this TV news format trace back to Philly. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Layla Jones, the economic equity reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this format, how it stereotyped BIPOC communities, and its lasting impact today. 

Read Jones' original piece for the Philadelphia Inquirer here.

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]]> 1061 Dead Whales, Boy Scouts Selling Land, and Golf Course Drama https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Frank Kummer, who covers regional environmental issues for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss why the Boys Scouts are under pressure to sell land in Pennsylvania, the debate surrounding the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course, and why dead whales have been washing up on New Jersey shores. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Boy Scouts selling off storied camps under pressure from sex-abuse claims, bankruptcy — and locals are worried Debate over Cobbs Creek Golf Course reaches City Council Whales navigate a perilous route off the Jersey Shore Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Fri, 27 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Dead Whales, Boy Scouts Selling Land, and Golf Course Drama full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Frank Kummer, who covers regional environmental issues for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss why the Boys Scouts are under pressure to sell land in Pennsylvania, the debate surrounding the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course, and why dead whales have been washing up on New Jersey shores. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Boy Scouts selling off storied camps under pressure from sex-abuse claims, bankruptcy — and locals are worried Debate over Cobbs Creek Golf Course reaches City Council Whales navigate a perilous route off the Jersey Shore Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Frank Kummer, who covers regional environmental issues for the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss why the Boys Scouts are under pressure to sell land in Pennsylvania, the debate surrounding the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course, and why dead whales have been washing up on New Jersey shores.



Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


Boy Scouts selling off storied camps under pressure from sex-abuse claims, bankruptcy — and locals are worried


Debate over Cobbs Creek Golf Course reaches City Council


Whales navigate a perilous route off the Jersey Shore



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]]> 1011 Best Ski Spots Near Philly https://philly.citycast.fm Let’s hit the slopes. There are great mountains and indoor spots to ski and snowboard near the Philly area. Host Trenae Nuri and Alisha Wiles, trip lead for the Philly Freeriders, break down some of the best places to go no matter your skill level.  The Philly Free Riders’ next trip is to Jay Peak.  You can stay connected with the Philly Freeriders Meetup Group and on Facebook. Ski spots mentioned in this episode: Bear Creek Mountain Shawnee Mountain Big Snow Blue Mountain (and don’t miss the Slopeside Pub & Grill!) Jack Frost Big Boulder Camelback Hunter Mountain (New York) Jay Peak (Vermont) Stowe (Vermont) Sugarbush (Vermont) Killington (Vermont) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  What’s your favorite ski spot? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text and let us know! The number is 215-259-8170.  Thu, 26 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Best Ski Spots Near Philly full City Cast Let’s hit the slopes. There are great mountains and indoor spots to ski and snowboard near the Philly area. Host Trenae Nuri and Alisha Wiles, trip lead for the Philly Freeriders, break down some of the best places to go no matter your skill level.  The Philly Free Riders’ next trip is to Jay Peak.  You can stay connected with the Philly Freeriders Meetup Group and on Facebook. Ski spots mentioned in this episode: Bear Creek Mountain Shawnee Mountain Big Snow Blue Mountain (and don’t miss the Slopeside Pub & Grill!) Jack Frost Big Boulder Camelback Hunter Mountain (New York) Jay Peak (Vermont) Stowe (Vermont) Sugarbush (Vermont) Killington (Vermont) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  What’s your favorite ski spot? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text and let us know! The number is 215-259-8170.  Let’s hit the slopes. There are great mountains and indoor spots to ski and snowboard near the Philly area. Host Trenae Nuri and Alisha Wiles, trip lead for the Philly Freeriders, break down some of the best places to go no matter your skill level. 


The Philly Free Riders’ next trip is to Jay Peak. 


You can stay connected with the Philly Freeriders Meetup Group and on Facebook.


Ski spots mentioned in this episode:


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]]> 786 What It’s Like Waiting for PHA Housing https://philly.citycast.fm/ On Monday, the Philadelphia Housing Authority made 10,000 spots available on its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. Formerly know as Section 8, this waitlist has been closed for the past 12 years, and a lottery will determine which Philadelphians can potentially receive affordable housing assistance. Trenae Nuri spoke with Rasheed Ajamu, lifelong Philadelphian and the curator of Phreedom Jawn, about what it was like for his grandmother to live on the waitlist and never get off it.  The application for the HCV waitlist will be open until February 5 at 5:59 p.m.  Read Rasheed’s original tweet here. To follow more of Rasheed’s work at Phreedom Jawn, check out @phreedomjawn on Instagram and Twitter. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 What It’s Like Waiting for PHA Housing full City Cast On Monday, the Philadelphia Housing Authority made 10,000 spots available on its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. Formerly know as Section 8, this waitlist has been closed for the past 12 years, and a lottery will determine which Philadelphians can potentially receive affordable housing assistance. Trenae Nuri spoke with Rasheed Ajamu, lifelong Philadelphian and the curator of Phreedom Jawn, about what it was like for his grandmother to live on the waitlist and never get off it.  The application for the HCV waitlist will be open until February 5 at 5:59 p.m.  Read Rasheed’s original tweet here. To follow more of Rasheed’s work at Phreedom Jawn, check out @phreedomjawn on Instagram and Twitter. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. On Monday, the Philadelphia Housing Authority made 10,000 spots available on its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. Formerly know as Section 8, this waitlist has been closed for the past 12 years, and a lottery will determine which Philadelphians can potentially receive affordable housing assistance. Trenae Nuri spoke with Rasheed Ajamu, lifelong Philadelphian and the curator of Phreedom Jawn, about what it was like for his grandmother to live on the waitlist and never get off it. 


The application for the HCV waitlist will be open until February 5 at 5:59 p.m. 


Read Rasheed’s original tweet here.


To follow more of Rasheed’s work at Phreedom Jawn, check out @phreedomjawn on Instagram and Twitter.


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]]> 920 Answering 'Dumb' Questions About Living in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Ever wondered what questions non-locals have about Philly? Which stereotypes are true and which ones need debunking? In today’s episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz asks host Trenae Nuri about jawn, “Abbott Elementary,” Philly cheesesteaks, who gets to say they’re from Philly, and much more. Want to dive deeper into the word “jawn”? Check out our episode with linguist Dr. Taylor Jones. We also did a whole episode about “Abbott Elementary”! You can listen right here. The PennDOT open house will be Wednesday, February 1, at 6 p.m. Find out more here. Have a different take on any of these “essential Philly” questions? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Tue, 24 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Answering 'Dumb' Questions About Living in Philly full City Cast Ever wondered what questions non-locals have about Philly? Which stereotypes are true and which ones need debunking? In today’s episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz asks host Trenae Nuri about jawn, “Abbott Elementary,” Philly cheesesteaks, who gets to say they’re from Philly, and much more. Want to dive deeper into the word “jawn”? Check out our episode with linguist Dr. Taylor Jones. We also did a whole episode about “Abbott Elementary”! You can listen right here. The PennDOT open house will be Wednesday, February 1, at 6 p.m. Find out more here. Have a different take on any of these “essential Philly” questions? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Ever wondered what questions non-locals have about Philly? Which stereotypes are true and which ones need debunking? In today’s episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz asks host Trenae Nuri about jawn, “Abbott Elementary,” Philly cheesesteaks, who gets to say they’re from Philly, and much more.


Want to dive deeper into the word “jawn”? Check out our episode with linguist Dr. Taylor Jones.


We also did a whole episode about “Abbott Elementary”! You can listen right here.


The PennDOT open house will be Wednesday, February 1, at 6 p.m. Find out more here.


Have a different take on any of these “essential Philly” questions? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. 


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]]> 1195 Why Philly Faith Leaders Are Talking About Reparations Now https://philly.citycast.fm/ Faith leaders in the city are getting training on how to have conversations about race and reparations. Host Trenae Nuri and Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart, director for Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs for the City of Philadelphia and adjunct professor at Villanova University and Arcadia University, discuss how congregations talk about the intersections of faith and racial justice.  If you're a faith leader or member of a faith group who wants to get involved in this work, you can reach Rev. Naomi at faithphl@phila.gov Rev. Washington-Leapheart is speaking at The Hallmark Program of Penn’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium tonight from 5-7 p.m. at Hillel Steinhardt Hall. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Mon, 23 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why Philly Faith Leaders Are Talking About Reparations Now full City Cast Faith leaders in the city are getting training on how to have conversations about race and reparations. Host Trenae Nuri and Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart, director for Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs for the City of Philadelphia and adjunct professor at Villanova University and Arcadia University, discuss how congregations talk about the intersections of faith and racial justice.  If you're a faith leader or member of a faith group who wants to get involved in this work, you can reach Rev. Naomi at faithphl@phila.gov Rev. Washington-Leapheart is speaking at The Hallmark Program of Penn’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium tonight from 5-7 p.m. at Hillel Steinhardt Hall. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Faith leaders in the city are getting training on how to have conversations about race and reparations. Host Trenae Nuri and Rev. Naomi Washington-Leapheart, director for Faith-Based and Interfaith Affairs for the City of Philadelphia and adjunct professor at Villanova University and Arcadia University, discuss how congregations talk about the intersections of faith and racial justice. 


If you're a faith leader or member of a faith group who wants to get involved in this work, you can reach Rev. Naomi at faithphl@phila.gov


Rev. Washington-Leapheart is speaking at The Hallmark Program of Penn’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium tonight from 5-7 p.m. at Hillel Steinhardt Hall.



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]]> 1009 Dead Pigeons, Lost Luggage, and Taser Incident Repercussions https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine Victor Fiorillo and city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune Sharyn Flanagan, to discuss a call for an independent investigation into the taser incident involving a Lower Merion police officer and a Black woman, sightings of disembodied pigeons around the city, and how a Philly restaurant saved a traveler’s lost luggage.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  OK, What’s Up With All the Disembodied Pigeons on Philly Streets? The Craziest Lost Luggage Story You Will Read This Week Lower Merion Residents Call For Independent Investigation After Police Use Taser During Traffic Stop Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 20 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Dead Pigeons, Lost Luggage, and Taser Incident Repercussions full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine Victor Fiorillo and city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune Sharyn Flanagan, to discuss a call for an independent investigation into the taser incident involving a Lower Merion police officer and a Black woman, sightings of disembodied pigeons around the city, and how a Philly restaurant saved a traveler’s lost luggage.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  OK, What’s Up With All the Disembodied Pigeons on Philly Streets? The Craziest Lost Luggage Story You Will Read This Week Lower Merion Residents Call For Independent Investigation After Police Use Taser During Traffic Stop Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine Victor Fiorillo and city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune Sharyn Flanagan, to discuss a call for an independent investigation into the taser incident involving a Lower Merion police officer and a Black woman, sightings of disembodied pigeons around the city, and how a Philly restaurant saved a traveler’s lost luggage. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


OK, What’s Up With All the Disembodied Pigeons on Philly Streets?


The Craziest Lost Luggage Story You Will Read This Week


Lower Merion Residents Call For Independent Investigation After Police Use Taser During Traffic Stop


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1261 How Fixing Up Homes Reduces Gun Violence https://philly.citycast.fm/ Does sprucing up abandoned homes really help reduce gun violence? The answer is yes, according to a 3-year study done by University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University researchers. Dividing the 258 randomly-selected houses into three groups and providing varying levels of interventions to them, they found that the houses that received both maintenance and yardwork saw a 13% drop in gun assaults. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Sammy Caiola, gun violence prevention reporter at WHYY, about these results and their implications, what it would take to widely implement this solution, and other work communities around the city are doing to clean up vacant lots. Check out Sammy’s reporting on this, and dive deeper into the study itself. Learn more about the Young Chances Foundation, the Community Life Improvement Program (CLIP), and #JustServicesPHL. We mentioned the dumping that happens around the city. Listen to yesterday’s episode to learn more about "Why Illegal Dumping is Still a Messy Issue.” Want a cheatsheet to what’s happening in the city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly!  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have some thoughts on a recent episode? Let us know your hot takes by leaving us a voicemail or sending us a text at 215-259-8170. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Fixing Up Homes Reduces Gun Violence full City Cast Does sprucing up abandoned homes really help reduce gun violence? The answer is yes, according to a 3-year study done by University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University researchers. Dividing the 258 randomly-selected houses into three groups and providing varying levels of interventions to them, they found that the houses that received both maintenance and yardwork saw a 13% drop in gun assaults. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Sammy Caiola, gun violence prevention reporter at WHYY, about these results and their implications, what it would take to widely implement this solution, and other work communities around the city are doing to clean up vacant lots. Check out Sammy’s reporting on this, and dive deeper into the study itself. Learn more about the Young Chances Foundation, the Community Life Improvement Program (CLIP), and #JustServicesPHL. We mentioned the dumping that happens around the city. Listen to yesterday’s episode to learn more about "Why Illegal Dumping is Still a Messy Issue.” Want a cheatsheet to what’s happening in the city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly!  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly  Have some thoughts on a recent episode? Let us know your hot takes by leaving us a voicemail or sending us a text at 215-259-8170. Does sprucing up abandoned homes really help reduce gun violence? The answer is yes, according to a 3-year study done by University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University researchers. Dividing the 258 randomly-selected houses into three groups and providing varying levels of interventions to them, they found that the houses that received both maintenance and yardwork saw a 13% drop in gun assaults. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Sammy Caiola, gun violence prevention reporter at WHYY, about these results and their implications, what it would take to widely implement this solution, and other work communities around the city are doing to clean up vacant lots.


Check out Sammy’s reporting on this, and dive deeper into the study itself.


Learn more about the Young Chances Foundation, the Community Life Improvement Program (CLIP), and #JustServicesPHL.


We mentioned the dumping that happens around the city. Listen to yesterday’s episode to learn more about "Why Illegal Dumping is Still a Messy Issue.”


Want a cheatsheet to what’s happening in the city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly! 


We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly 


Have some thoughts on a recent episode? Let us know your hot takes by leaving us a voicemail or sending us a text at 215-259-8170.

]]> 746 Why Illegal Dumping Is Still a Messy Issue https://philly.citycast.fm Car tires, dirty mattresses and scattered contractor bags get tossed throughout Philly neighborhoods. The trash is piling up. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for GridPhilly and author of Exploring Philly Nature: A Guide For All Four Seasons, about why illegal dumping is still a major problem despite efforts to clean things up.  You can read Brown's original story for GridPhilly about illegal dumping here. If your block has immediate trash removal needs, call 311.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 18 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Why Illegal Dumping Is Still a Messy Issue full City Cast Car tires, dirty mattresses and scattered contractor bags get tossed throughout Philly neighborhoods. The trash is piling up. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for GridPhilly and author of Exploring Philly Nature: A Guide For All Four Seasons, about why illegal dumping is still a major problem despite efforts to clean things up.  You can read Brown's original story for GridPhilly about illegal dumping here. If your block has immediate trash removal needs, call 311.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Car tires, dirty mattresses and scattered contractor bags get tossed throughout Philly neighborhoods. The trash is piling up. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for GridPhilly and author of Exploring Philly Nature: A Guide For All Four Seasons, about why illegal dumping is still a major problem despite efforts to clean things up. 


You can read Brown's original story for GridPhilly about illegal dumping here.


If your block has immediate trash removal needs, call 311. 


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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.


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]]> 1041 Why Did Rocky Balboa Get a Statue? https://philly.citycast.fm Visitors from around the world love to visit the Rocky Balboa statue. But the bronze monument memorializes one of the most famous Philadelphians who never actually lived. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Paul Farber, director of Monument Lab, and host of The Statue podcast produced by WHYY Digital Studios, about why people love this fictional boxer so much and keeping Rocky’s legacy alive. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 17 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0000 Why Did Rocky Balboa Get a Statue? full City Cast Visitors from around the world love to visit the Rocky Balboa statue. But the bronze monument memorializes one of the most famous Philadelphians who never actually lived. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Paul Farber, director of Monument Lab, and host of The Statue podcast produced by WHYY Digital Studios, about why people love this fictional boxer so much and keeping Rocky’s legacy alive. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Visitors from around the world love to visit the Rocky Balboa statue. But the bronze monument memorializes one of the most famous Philadelphians who never actually lived. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Paul Farber, director of Monument Lab, and host of The Statue podcast produced by WHYY Digital Studios, about why people love this fictional boxer so much and keeping Rocky’s legacy alive.


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]]> 1022 Harmful Gun Violence Coverage, Development Slows, & a Restaurant Union First https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by freelance journalist Ben Seal and Philadelphia Inquirer real estate reporter Jake Blumgart, to discuss a new study from Temple University Hospital that found breaking news coverage on gun violence can be harmful for victims, how the city’s real estate development may slow down this year and how workers made Eeva the first independent unionized restaurant in the city.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘Like I’m a nobody’: Breaking news coverage of shootings is dehumanizing and delays progress, per new Temple study Real estate development in Philly likely to slow this year given interest rate uncertainty Workers at Eeva in Kensington have unionized Philly’s stray cat population, estimated at 400,000 pre-pandemic, has stayed relatively stable thanks to a grassroots network Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 13 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Harmful Gun Violence Coverage, Development Slows, & a Restaurant Union First full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by freelance journalist Ben Seal and Philadelphia Inquirer real estate reporter Jake Blumgart, to discuss a new study from Temple University Hospital that found breaking news coverage on gun violence can be harmful for victims, how the city’s real estate development may slow down this year and how workers made Eeva the first independent unionized restaurant in the city.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘Like I’m a nobody’: Breaking news coverage of shootings is dehumanizing and delays progress, per new Temple study Real estate development in Philly likely to slow this year given interest rate uncertainty Workers at Eeva in Kensington have unionized Philly’s stray cat population, estimated at 400,000 pre-pandemic, has stayed relatively stable thanks to a grassroots network Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by freelance journalist Ben Seal and Philadelphia Inquirer real estate reporter Jake Blumgart, to discuss a new study from Temple University Hospital that found breaking news coverage on gun violence can be harmful for victims, how the city’s real estate development may slow down this year and how workers made Eeva the first independent unionized restaurant in the city. 


Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 


‘Like I’m a nobody’: Breaking news coverage of shootings is dehumanizing and delays progress, per new Temple study


Real estate development in Philly likely to slow this year given interest rate uncertainty


Workers at Eeva in Kensington have unionized


Philly’s stray cat population, estimated at 400,000 pre-pandemic, has stayed relatively stable thanks to a grassroots network


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.

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]]> 1171 What’s on the Menu for Center City District Restaurant Week https://philly.citycast.fm/ Center City District Restaurant Week is returning this year from Jan. 15-28, and it’s got a line-up of more than 60 eateries. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with Cass Foley, a local food and culture influencer, about navigating two weeks’ worth of delicious meals and plenty of deals. For more food and event recommendations, follow Cass on Instagram @cass_andthecity.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 What’s on the Menu for Center City District Restaurant Week full City Cast Center City District Restaurant Week is returning this year from Jan. 15-28, and it’s got a line-up of more than 60 eateries. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with Cass Foley, a local food and culture influencer, about navigating two weeks’ worth of delicious meals and plenty of deals. For more food and event recommendations, follow Cass on Instagram @cass_andthecity.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Center City District Restaurant Week is returning this year from Jan. 15-28, and it’s got a line-up of more than 60 eateries. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with Cass Foley, a local food and culture influencer, about navigating two weeks’ worth of delicious meals and plenty of deals.


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]]> 841 What’s on the Docket in Harrisburg This Session https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s a new year and a new state legislature agenda. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise Clay-Murray chat about new leadership in Harrisburg and what issues lawmakers might focus on this session. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 11 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 What’s on the Docket in Harrisburg This Session full City Cast It’s a new year and a new state legislature agenda. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise Clay-Murray chat about new leadership in Harrisburg and what issues lawmakers might focus on this session. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170.  It’s a new year and a new state legislature agenda. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise Clay-Murray chat about new leadership in Harrisburg and what issues lawmakers might focus on this session.


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]]> 920 How Kensington Is Being Developed by Community Ownership https://philly.citycast.fm The Kensington Corridor Trust (KCT) is trying to help the community own more land in the neighborhood. This type of trust is the only one of its kind in Philly. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Crystal Ortiz, a business owner who’s been able to open a store in Kensington thanks to this nonprofit, and Adriana Abizadeh, executive director of KCT, about the organization’s hopes for the neighborhood.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 10 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 How Kensington is Being Developed by Community Ownership full City Cast The Kensington Corridor Trust (KCT) is trying to help the community own more land in the neighborhood. This type of trust is the only one of its kind in Philly. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Crystal Ortiz, a business owner who’s been able to open a store in Kensington thanks to this nonprofit, and Adriana Abizadeh, executive director of KCT, about the organization’s hopes for the neighborhood.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The Kensington Corridor Trust (KCT) is trying to help the community own more land in the neighborhood. This type of trust is the only one of its kind in Philly. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Crystal Ortiz, a business owner who’s been able to open a store in Kensington thanks to this nonprofit, and Adriana Abizadeh, executive director of KCT, about the organization’s hopes for the neighborhood. 


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]]> 1087 Cowboys Have Philly To Thank For Their Hats https://philly.citycast.fm/ When you think of the old west, you’re probably thinking about cowboys, horses, and those wide-brimmed hats. But it turns out that a hat maker here in Philadelphia invented that iconic style of cowboy hats. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and its once great impact on the city.  Check out Avi’s original Twitter thread on the invention of the cowboy hat here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 09 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Cowboys Have Philly To Thank For Their Hats full City Cast When you think of the old west, you’re probably thinking about cowboys, horses, and those wide-brimmed hats. But it turns out that a hat maker here in Philadelphia invented that iconic style of cowboy hats. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and its once great impact on the city.  Check out Avi’s original Twitter thread on the invention of the cowboy hat here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  When you think of the old west, you’re probably thinking about cowboys, horses, and those wide-brimmed hats. But it turns out that a hat maker here in Philadelphia invented that iconic style of cowboy hats. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and its once great impact on the city. 


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]]> 780 Eagles QB Status, Hamlin Updates & Possible Third Run for Former Mayor Nutter https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer editorial writer Daniel Pearson and our Eagles contributor and co-host of Bell and the Birdmen podcast John Barchard, to discuss this week’s status on the team’s starting quartback Jalen Hurts, updates on Buffalo Bills’ Damar Hamlin, and if former two-term Mayor Michael Nutter is considering entering into the crowded 2023 mayoral race.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 06 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Eagles QB Status, Hamlin Updates & Possible Third Run for Former Mayor Nutter full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer editorial writer Daniel Pearson and our Eagles contributor and co-host of Bell and the Birdmen podcast John Barchard, to discuss this week’s status on the team’s starting quartback Jalen Hurts, updates on Buffalo Bills’ Damar Hamlin, and if former two-term Mayor Michael Nutter is considering entering into the crowded 2023 mayoral race.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer editorial writer Daniel Pearson and our Eagles contributor and co-host of Bell and the Birdmen podcast John Barchard, to discuss this week’s status on the team’s starting quartback Jalen Hurts, updates on Buffalo Bills’ Damar Hamlin, and if former two-term Mayor Michael Nutter is considering entering into the crowded 2023 mayoral race. 


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]]> 1393 The Best Philly Movies https://philly.citycast.fm/ When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. But what are some of the best films that feature our great city? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks movies you should know with Andrew Greenblatt, the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Film Society, that are about or filmed in Philadelphia.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 05 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 The Best Philly Movies full City Cast When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. But what are some of the best films that feature our great city? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks movies you should know with Andrew Greenblatt, the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Film Society, that are about or filmed in Philadelphia.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. But what are some of the best films that feature our great city? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks movies you should know with Andrew Greenblatt, the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Film Society, that are about or filmed in Philadelphia. 


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]]> 996 Are Tiny Homes the Answer to Houselessness in Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm/ A tiny home village is expected to come to the city this year. Construction is slated for spring 2023 with hopes to have residents by the summer. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Cathy Farrell, board director of Sanctuary Village, a nonprofit focused on building a tiny home community in Philadelphia for people transitioning out of homelessness. Nuri and Farrell discuss how this housing model could be a solution to housing insecurity. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 Are Tiny Homes the Answer to Houselessness in Philly? full City Cast A tiny home village is expected to come to the city this year. Construction is slated for spring 2023 with hopes to have residents by the summer. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Cathy Farrell, board director of Sanctuary Village, a nonprofit focused on building a tiny home community in Philadelphia for people transitioning out of homelessness. Nuri and Farrell discuss how this housing model could be a solution to housing insecurity. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  A tiny home village is expected to come to the city this year. Construction is slated for spring 2023 with hopes to have residents by the summer. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Cathy Farrell, board director of Sanctuary Village, a nonprofit focused on building a tiny home community in Philadelphia for people transitioning out of homelessness. Nuri and Farrell discuss how this housing model could be a solution to housing insecurity.


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]]> 773 New Year. New Philly? Our Hopes For 2023 https://philly.citycast.fm Happy new year! We're kicking off 2023 with some resolutions for the city of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, 'Hey, Philly' newsletter editor Brittany Valentine and some friends of the podcast share their hopes and plans for the new year. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Tue, 03 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000 New Year. New Philly? Our Hopes For 2023 full City Cast Happy new year! We're kicking off 2023 with some resolutions for the city of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, 'Hey, Philly' newsletter editor Brittany Valentine and some friends of the podcast share their hopes and plans for the new year. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Happy new year! We're kicking off 2023 with some resolutions for the city of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz, 'Hey, Philly' newsletter editor Brittany Valentine and some friends of the podcast share their hopes and plans for the new year.


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]]> 993 Most Thought Provoking Story https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Thought Provoking Story.” Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 30 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Most Thought Provoking Story full City Cast We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Thought Provoking Story.” Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Thought Provoking Story.”

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]]> 959 Biggest Phillies Fan https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Biggest Phillies Fan.” Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 29 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Biggest Phillies Fan full City Cast We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Biggest Phillies Fan.” Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Biggest Phillies Fan.”

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]]> 983 Most Out of This World Story https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Out of This World Story.”  Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 28 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Most Out of This World Story full City Cast We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Out of This World Story.”  Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Out of This World Story.” 

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]]> 1082 Most Likely To Outlive Us All https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Likely to Outlive Us All.” Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 27 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Most Likely To Outlive Us All full City Cast We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Likely to Outlive Us All.” Don't spoil the reveal! But click here to find the original episode's show notes and links. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and handing out some well-deserved superlatives. We’ll be back in the new year with fresh episodes. Listen for our pick for “Most Likely to Outlive Us All.”

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]]> 1068 Growing Up With 'The Miracle on South 13th Street' https://philly.citycast.fm Philadelphians love to see holiday lights. But there’s one block in South Philly that shines bright. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with 12-year-old James Spacco and his mom Natalie about what it means to decorate and live on the block known as “The Miracle on South 13th Street.” Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 22 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Growing Up With 'The Miracle on South 13th Street' full City Cast Philadelphians love to see holiday lights. But there’s one block in South Philly that shines bright. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with 12-year-old James Spacco and his mom Natalie about what it means to decorate and live on the block known as “The Miracle on South 13th Street.” Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Philadelphians love to see holiday lights. But there’s one block in South Philly that shines bright. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with 12-year-old James Spacco and his mom Natalie about what it means to decorate and live on the block known as “The Miracle on South 13th Street.”


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]]> 928 Why Philly’s Girl in the Box Case Was Forgotten https://philly.citycast.fm Joseph Augustus Zarelli, formerly known as the boy in the box, made headline news in the city. But there is another cold case involving a child known as “the girl in the box.” A young Black girl was found discarded in a box in the 60's. She has not received the same treatment as Zarelli. We have new forensic advancements, but how far will they take us? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Lynette Hazelton, Communities and Engagement Desk Reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why the story about this little girl has been overlooked for decades.  ***Please be advised that this episode includes descriptions of a very graphic crime that involves a child.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 21 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Why Philly’s Girl in the Box Case Was Forgotten full City Cast Joseph Augustus Zarelli, formerly known as the boy in the box, made headline news in the city. But there is another cold case involving a child known as “the girl in the box.” A young Black girl was found discarded in a box in the 60's. She has not received the same treatment as Zarelli. We have new forensic advancements, but how far will they take us? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Lynette Hazelton, Communities and Engagement Desk Reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why the story about this little girl has been overlooked for decades.  ***Please be advised that this episode includes descriptions of a very graphic crime that involves a child.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Joseph Augustus Zarelli, formerly known as the boy in the box, made headline news in the city. But there is another cold case involving a child known as “the girl in the box.” A young Black girl was found discarded in a box in the 60's. She has not received the same treatment as Zarelli. We have new forensic advancements, but how far will they take us? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Lynette Hazelton, Communities and Engagement Desk Reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why the story about this little girl has been overlooked for decades. 


***Please be advised that this episode includes descriptions of a very graphic crime that involves a child. 


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]]> 1013 How a Philly Distillery Bypassed PA’s Weird Liquor Laws https://philly.citycast.fm/ Here in the state, liquor and wine sales are controlled by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The laws are among the most frustrating and restrictive in the nation. But a new pop-up shop in Philadelphia, BOTLD, has found a way to bypass the state’s liquor store system. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Michael Klein, who covers the food and the restaurant scene for the Inquirer, about about how a new pop-up shop in the city found a way to bypass the state’s liquor store system.  You can read Mike’s full story for the Inquirer here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 20 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 How a Philly Distillery Bypassed PA’s Weird Liquor Laws full City Cast Here in the state, liquor and wine sales are controlled by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The laws are among the most frustrating and restrictive in the nation. But a new pop-up shop in Philadelphia, BOTLD, has found a way to bypass the state’s liquor store system. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Michael Klein, who covers the food and the restaurant scene for the Inquirer, about about how a new pop-up shop in the city found a way to bypass the state’s liquor store system.  You can read Mike’s full story for the Inquirer here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Here in the state, liquor and wine sales are controlled by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The laws are among the most frustrating and restrictive in the nation. But a new pop-up shop in Philadelphia, BOTLD, has found a way to bypass the state’s liquor store system. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Michael Klein, who covers the food and the restaurant scene for the Inquirer, about about how a new pop-up shop in the city found a way to bypass the state’s liquor store system. 


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]]> 769 What’s Going To Happen to the Columbus Statue? https://philly.citycast.fm/ After two and a half years of sitting in a red, white and green plywood box, the Christopher Columbus statue in South Philly is visible again. It’s been at the center of multiple lawsuits over whether or not it should be taken down. But that years-long court battle finally came to an end recently. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Neil, freelance reporter for Billy Penn, about the saga and what’s going to happen to the statue.   Read Emily’s full story for Billy Penn here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 What’s Going To Happen to the Columbus Statue? full City Cast After two and a half years of sitting in a red, white and green plywood box, the Christopher Columbus statue in South Philly is visible again. It’s been at the center of multiple lawsuits over whether or not it should be taken down. But that years-long court battle finally came to an end recently. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Neil, freelance reporter for Billy Penn, about the saga and what’s going to happen to the statue.   Read Emily’s full story for Billy Penn here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  After two and a half years of sitting in a red, white and green plywood box, the Christopher Columbus statue in South Philly is visible again. It’s been at the center of multiple lawsuits over whether or not it should be taken down. But that years-long court battle finally came to an end recently. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Emily Neil, freelance reporter for Billy Penn, about the saga and what’s going to happen to the statue.  


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]]> 1068 Sixers Arena Drama, Gun Violence Stats, and Chicken Man Returns! https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Billy Penn director and editor Danya Henninger to discuss this week’s contentious town hall for the planned Sixers arena, year-end gun violence statistics, and how Philly’s “Chicken Man” continues to give back to the community. As the holidays get closer, you’re definitely going to want to check out Billy Penn’s hilarious rendition of the “Elf on the Shelf” memes: ‘Elf on the Shelf,’ but make it Philadelphia. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 16 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Sixers Arena Drama, Gun Violence Stats, and Chicken Man Returns! full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Billy Penn director and editor Danya Henninger to discuss this week’s contentious town hall for the planned Sixers arena, year-end gun violence statistics, and how Philly’s “Chicken Man” continues to give back to the community. As the holidays get closer, you’re definitely going to want to check out Billy Penn’s hilarious rendition of the “Elf on the Shelf” memes: ‘Elf on the Shelf,’ but make it Philadelphia. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Billy Penn director and editor Danya Henninger to discuss this week’s contentious town hall for the planned Sixers arena, year-end gun violence statistics, and how Philly’s “Chicken Man” continues to give back to the community.


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]]> 872 How to Get 100,000 Philadelphians Out of Poverty by 2025 https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia is one of the poorest big cities in the country. The Promise is working to getting 100,000 Philadelphians out of poverty by 2025. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Michael Banks, executive director of The Promise, about its first year and what still needs to be done.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 How to Get 100,000 Philadelphians Out of Poverty by 2025 full City Cast Philadelphia is one of the poorest big cities in the country. The Promise is working to getting 100,000 Philadelphians out of poverty by 2025. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Michael Banks, executive director of The Promise, about its first year and what still needs to be done.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Philadelphia is one of the poorest big cities in the country. The Promise is working to getting 100,000 Philadelphians out of poverty by 2025. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Michael Banks, executive director of The Promise, about its first year and what still needs to be done. 


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]]> 919 The Most Magical Winter Day in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm We’re fast approaching the winter solstice on Dec. 21. The city is just so fun this season, from the lights, to the pop-up holiday markets, to the festive drinks and pastries. On today’s episode, our host Trenae Nuri is chatting with Lauren Rei, program director of Wooder Ice, about how to have the most perfect winter day in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 The Most Magical Winter Day in Philly full City Cast We’re fast approaching the winter solstice on Dec. 21. The city is just so fun this season, from the lights, to the pop-up holiday markets, to the festive drinks and pastries. On today’s episode, our host Trenae Nuri is chatting with Lauren Rei, program director of Wooder Ice, about how to have the most perfect winter day in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’re fast approaching the winter solstice on Dec. 21. The city is just so fun this season, from the lights, to the pop-up holiday markets, to the festive drinks and pastries. On today’s episode, our host Trenae Nuri is chatting with Lauren Rei, program director of Wooder Ice, about how to have the most perfect winter day in Philly.


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]]> 818 Wawa vs. Sheetz: PA’s Great Gas Station Debate https://philly.citycast.fm/ Across the Commonwealth, a rivalry has raged on. No, it is not the Eagles vs. the Steelers or the Flyers vs. the Penguins... it’s much deeper than sports: It is our gas stations. It's time for the preeminent Sheetz vs. Wawa debate with City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri on Wawa’s side, City Cast Pittsburgh's Morgan Moody on the side of Sheetz, City Cast’s Wil Fulton as judge, plus you, the listener weighs in! You can read Wil’s article about the rivalry in Thrillist here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Wawa vs. Sheetz: PA’s Great Gas Station Debate full City Cast Across the Commonwealth, a rivalry has raged on. No, it is not the Eagles vs. the Steelers or the Flyers vs. the Penguins... it’s much deeper than sports: It is our gas stations. It's time for the preeminent Sheetz vs. Wawa debate with City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri on Wawa’s side, City Cast Pittsburgh's Morgan Moody on the side of Sheetz, City Cast’s Wil Fulton as judge, plus you, the listener weighs in! You can read Wil’s article about the rivalry in Thrillist here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Across the Commonwealth, a rivalry has raged on. No, it is not the Eagles vs. the Steelers or the Flyers vs. the Penguins... it’s much deeper than sports: It is our gas stations. It's time for the preeminent Sheetz vs. Wawa debate with City Cast Philly’s Trenae Nuri on Wawa’s side, City Cast Pittsburgh's Morgan Moody on the side of Sheetz, City Cast’s Wil Fulton as judge, plus you, the listener weighs in! You can read Wil’s article about the rivalry in Thrillist here.


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]]> 1374 How the Starbucks Union Helped Indie Cafes https://philly.citycast.fm/ In recent months, several independent coffee shops have unionized, and some of them received guidance from members of the Starbucks Workers United union.  On today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kay Perry, a barista from Ultimo Coffee, which won its union election last month, and Alex Riccio, a labor organizer who’s been helping these coffee shops start their movements.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 How the Starbucks Union Helped Indie Cafes full City Cast In recent months, several independent coffee shops have unionized, and some of them received guidance from members of the Starbucks Workers United union.  On today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kay Perry, a barista from Ultimo Coffee, which won its union election last month, and Alex Riccio, a labor organizer who’s been helping these coffee shops start their movements.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  In recent months, several independent coffee shops have unionized, and some of them received guidance from members of the Starbucks Workers United union. 


On today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kay Perry, a barista from Ultimo Coffee, which won its union election last month, and Alex Riccio, a labor organizer who’s been helping these coffee shops start their movements. 


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]]> 976 Influencer Wallo’s Latest Viral Stunt & Berks County Residential Center Closing https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by PhillyVoice senior staff writer Kristin Hunt and Philadelphia Magazine editor-at-large Ernest Owens. The group discusses the potential harm caused by a Philly social media influencer’s latest viral stunt and the upcoming closure of the migrant detention center in Berks County. Plus, they share what stories they felt were overlooked this week and a little bit of good news.  Correction: The city that recently enacted a ban on cat declawing is Allentown, not Harrisburg as stated in the episode.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 09 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Influencer Wallo’s Latest Viral Stunt & Berks County Residential Center Closing full City Cast It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by PhillyVoice senior staff writer Kristin Hunt and Philadelphia Magazine editor-at-large Ernest Owens. The group discusses the potential harm caused by a Philly social media influencer’s latest viral stunt and the upcoming closure of the migrant detention center in Berks County. Plus, they share what stories they felt were overlooked this week and a little bit of good news.  Correction: The city that recently enacted a ban on cat declawing is Allentown, not Harrisburg as stated in the episode.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by PhillyVoice senior staff writer Kristin Hunt and Philadelphia Magazine editor-at-large Ernest Owens. The group discusses the potential harm caused by a Philly social media influencer’s latest viral stunt and the upcoming closure of the migrant detention center in Berks County. Plus, they share what stories they felt were overlooked this week and a little bit of good news. 


Correction: The city that recently enacted a ban on cat declawing is Allentown, not Harrisburg as stated in the episode. 


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]]> 1257 How 'Rome & Jewels' Changed Hip Hop (and Philly) Forever https://philly.citycast.fm If you’re still looking for something to do this weekend, City Cast Philly arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. recommends a can’t-miss hip hop dance show “Rome & Jewels.” It’s a remake of Shakespeare’s classic “Romeo and Juliet” and is being presented by Penn Live Arts at the Zellerbach Theater on Dec. 9 and 10. The show was created by Rennie Harris, a local artist and street dance legend. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Charles about what it was like to experience the show 22 years ago and how Harris has influenced the local, national, and international dance scene.  Find tickets for “Rome & Jewels” here: https://pennlivearts.org/event/rennie-harris-puremovement-1102 Disclaimer: This episode includes brief mentions of molestation and rape.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 How 'Rome & Jewels' Changed Hip Hop (and Philly) Forever full City Cast If you’re still looking for something to do this weekend, City Cast Philly arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. recommends a can’t-miss hip hop dance show “Rome & Jewels.” It’s a remake of Shakespeare’s classic “Romeo and Juliet” and is being presented by Penn Live Arts at the Zellerbach Theater on Dec. 9 and 10. The show was created by Rennie Harris, a local artist and street dance legend. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Charles about what it was like to experience the show 22 years ago and how Harris has influenced the local, national, and international dance scene.  Find tickets for “Rome & Jewels” here: https://pennlivearts.org/event/rennie-harris-puremovement-1102 Disclaimer: This episode includes brief mentions of molestation and rape.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  If you’re still looking for something to do this weekend, City Cast Philly arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. recommends a can’t-miss hip hop dance show “Rome & Jewels.” It’s a remake of Shakespeare’s classic “Romeo and Juliet” and is being presented by Penn Live Arts at the Zellerbach Theater on Dec. 9 and 10. The show was created by Rennie Harris, a local artist and street dance legend. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Charles about what it was like to experience the show 22 years ago and how Harris has influenced the local, national, and international dance scene. 


Find tickets for “Rome & Jewels” here: https://pennlivearts.org/event/rennie-harris-puremovement-1102


Disclaimer: This episode includes brief mentions of molestation and rape. 


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]]> 1025 Do Teen Curfews Actually Work? https://philly.citycast.fm/ City Council voted to permanently enact a 10:00 p.m. curfew for teens. If the mayor signs off on this, it would also require children 13 and under to be home by 9:30 p.m. Officials are citing public safety as the reason for the change. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Caterina Roman, a criminal justice professor at Temple University, about the effectiveness of curfews.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 07 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Do Teen Curfews Actually Work? full City Cast City Council voted to permanently enact a 10:00 p.m. curfew for teens. If the mayor signs off on this, it would also require children 13 and under to be home by 9:30 p.m. Officials are citing public safety as the reason for the change. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Caterina Roman, a criminal justice professor at Temple University, about the effectiveness of curfews.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  City Council voted to permanently enact a 10:00 p.m. curfew for teens. If the mayor signs off on this, it would also require children 13 and under to be home by 9:30 p.m. Officials are citing public safety as the reason for the change. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Caterina Roman, a criminal justice professor at Temple University, about the effectiveness of curfews. 


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]]> 1008 What Campaign Colors Say About Philly's Mayoral Candidates https://philly.citycast.fm Words mean everything. They say so much, right? So do the colors chosen for political campaigns. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with Conrad Benner of Streets Dept. blog and podcast about his interpretation of some of the city’s potential mayoral candidates and what we can learn about them through their campaign logos and websites. *Please note that after we recorded this conversation Rev. Warren Bloom Sr. said he wanted to run for Philadelphia mayor.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 What Campaign Colors Say About Philly's Mayoral Candidates full City Cast Words mean everything. They say so much, right? So do the colors chosen for political campaigns. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with Conrad Benner of Streets Dept. blog and podcast about his interpretation of some of the city’s potential mayoral candidates and what we can learn about them through their campaign logos and websites. *Please note that after we recorded this conversation Rev. Warren Bloom Sr. said he wanted to run for Philadelphia mayor.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Words mean everything. They say so much, right? So do the colors chosen for political campaigns. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with Conrad Benner of Streets Dept. blog and podcast about his interpretation of some of the city’s potential mayoral candidates and what we can learn about them through their campaign logos and websites.

*Please note that after we recorded this conversation Rev. Warren Bloom Sr. said he wanted to run for Philadelphia mayor. 


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]]> 1119 Why Violent Crimes Are Rising At Gas Stations https://philly.citycast.fm Violence at gas stations in the city has risen sharply in recent years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah Dean, Philadelphia reporter at The Trace, about how gas stations fit into this larger gun violence crisis in the city.  Read Mensah’s full story for The Trace here.  If you’re looking for gun violence resources, check out Up The Block, powered by The Trace.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Why Violent Crimes Are Rising At Gas Stations full City Cast Violence at gas stations in the city has risen sharply in recent years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah Dean, Philadelphia reporter at The Trace, about how gas stations fit into this larger gun violence crisis in the city.  Read Mensah’s full story for The Trace here.  If you’re looking for gun violence resources, check out Up The Block, powered by The Trace.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Violence at gas stations in the city has risen sharply in recent years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah Dean, Philadelphia reporter at The Trace, about how gas stations fit into this larger gun violence crisis in the city. 


Read Mensah’s full story for The Trace here. 


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]]> 787 More Mayoral Candidates, Rail Workers Potential Strike, & Philly’s New Agriculture Plan https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, a freelance journalist and City Cast Philly’s political contributor, and Vanessa Maria Graber, the director of News Voices at Free Press and the Philly president of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. The trio discuss the latest developments in the mayor’s race, a potential rail workers strike, and the city’s new agricultural plan.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 02 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 More Mayoral Candidates, Rail Workers Potential Strike, & Philly’s New Agriculture Plan full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, a freelance journalist and City Cast Philly’s political contributor, and Vanessa Maria Graber, the director of News Voices at Free Press and the Philly president of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. The trio discuss the latest developments in the mayor’s race, a potential rail workers strike, and the city’s new agricultural plan.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, a freelance journalist and City Cast Philly’s political contributor, and Vanessa Maria Graber, the director of News Voices at Free Press and the Philly president of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. The trio discuss the latest developments in the mayor’s race, a potential rail workers strike, and the city’s new agricultural plan. 


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]]> 1397 Why Solutions to Philly's Gun Violence Crisis Get Complicated https://philly.citycast.fm The new five-part podcast series, “Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist” from WHYY and the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting explores the history of the complicated policing practice that’s been deemed unconstitutional by federal courts, and why some city officials in Philadelphia want to bring it back. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with podcast creators Sammy Caiola, WHYY’s gun violence prevention reporter, and Yvonne Latty, director of the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting at Temple University, about the use of stop and frisk in Philly and what could be done instead to help curb the rise of gun violence in the city.  Correction: An earlier version of this episode left out that the podcast is a collaboration between WHYY and Temple University's Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Why Solutions to Philly's Gun Violence Crisis Get Complicated full City Cast The new five-part podcast series, “Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist” from WHYY and the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting explores the history of the complicated policing practice that’s been deemed unconstitutional by federal courts, and why some city officials in Philadelphia want to bring it back. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with podcast creators Sammy Caiola, WHYY’s gun violence prevention reporter, and Yvonne Latty, director of the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting at Temple University, about the use of stop and frisk in Philly and what could be done instead to help curb the rise of gun violence in the city.  Correction: An earlier version of this episode left out that the podcast is a collaboration between WHYY and Temple University's Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The new five-part podcast series, “Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist” from WHYY and the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting explores the history of the complicated policing practice that’s been deemed unconstitutional by federal courts, and why some city officials in Philadelphia want to bring it back. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with podcast creators Sammy Caiola, WHYY’s gun violence prevention reporter, and Yvonne Latty, director of the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting at Temple University, about the use of stop and frisk in Philly and what could be done instead to help curb the rise of gun violence in the city. 


Correction: An earlier version of this episode left out that the podcast is a collaboration between WHYY and Temple University's Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting.


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]]> 1053 This Italian Market Staple Has Been Owned by the Same Family for a Century https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th-century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with current owner Anthony Anastasio about his family’s legacy.  Know a legacy business in Philadelphia we should explore next? Send us an email at philly@citycast.fm. Or leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 This Italian Market Staple Has Been Owned by the Same Family for a Century full City Cast Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th-century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with current owner Anthony Anastasio about his family’s legacy.  Know a legacy business in Philadelphia we should explore next? Send us an email at philly@citycast.fm. Or leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th-century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with current owner Anthony Anastasio about his family’s legacy. 


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]]> 797 Could These UFO-Like Homes be the Future of Housing? https://philly.citycast.fm Back in the 1960s and 70s, there once was a movement to bring UFO-like buildings to the city. They were large, pre-made pods known as Futuro. They were going to modernize American living, but these spaceship looking homes flopped. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Kevin Riordan of The Philadelphia Inquirer about the Futuro homes that survived in our region and why there’s a movement to bring them back.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Could These UFO-Like Homes be the Future of Housing? full City Cast Back in the 1960s and 70s, there once was a movement to bring UFO-like buildings to the city. They were large, pre-made pods known as Futuro. They were going to modernize American living, but these spaceship looking homes flopped. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Kevin Riordan of The Philadelphia Inquirer about the Futuro homes that survived in our region and why there’s a movement to bring them back.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Back in the 1960s and 70s, there once was a movement to bring UFO-like buildings to the city. They were large, pre-made pods known as Futuro. They were going to modernize American living, but these spaceship looking homes flopped. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Kevin Riordan of The Philadelphia Inquirer about the Futuro homes that survived in our region and why there’s a movement to bring them back. 


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]]> 1041 Philly’s Oldest Black-Owned Bookstore On What to Read https://philly.citycast.fm The holiday shopping season is officially in full swing. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Yvonne Blake, owner of Hakim’s Bookstore, Philly’s oldest Black-owned bookstore about how her family kept the business going over the years and what books she’d recommend as gifts.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Philly’s Oldest Black-Owned Bookstore On What to Read full City Cast The holiday shopping season is officially in full swing. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Yvonne Blake, owner of Hakim’s Bookstore, Philly’s oldest Black-owned bookstore about how her family kept the business going over the years and what books she’d recommend as gifts.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The holiday shopping season is officially in full swing. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Yvonne Blake, owner of Hakim’s Bookstore, Philly’s oldest Black-owned bookstore about how her family kept the business going over the years and what books she’d recommend as gifts. 


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]]> 765 Thanksgiving Tips for Cooking In or Going Out https://philly.citycast.fm/ While some people may be rushing to the store looking for cranberry sauce or prepping those casseroles, others are ditching the cooking responsibilities all together this Thanksgiving. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with our food contributor Jackie Freiberg about recommendations for restaurants where you can grab a Thanksgiving meal without having to cook. Plus, we’ll hear some cooking tips from Philly chef Elijah Milligan if you do plan on making a delicious meal tomorrow.  Find more restaurants recommendations on Jackie’s Instagram @bon_nappetit  And get more cooking tips from Chef Elijah Milligan on Instagram @_chefelijahdm Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Thanksgiving Tips for Cooking In or Going Out full City Cast While some people may be rushing to the store looking for cranberry sauce or prepping those casseroles, others are ditching the cooking responsibilities all together this Thanksgiving. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with our food contributor Jackie Freiberg about recommendations for restaurants where you can grab a Thanksgiving meal without having to cook. Plus, we’ll hear some cooking tips from Philly chef Elijah Milligan if you do plan on making a delicious meal tomorrow.  Find more restaurants recommendations on Jackie’s Instagram @bon_nappetit  And get more cooking tips from Chef Elijah Milligan on Instagram @_chefelijahdm Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  While some people may be rushing to the store looking for cranberry sauce or prepping those casseroles, others are ditching the cooking responsibilities all together this Thanksgiving. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with our food contributor Jackie Freiberg about recommendations for restaurants where you can grab a Thanksgiving meal without having to cook. Plus, we’ll hear some cooking tips from Philly chef Elijah Milligan if you do plan on making a delicious meal tomorrow. 


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]]> 808 Philly Welcomes Another Bus of Migrants From Texas https://philly.citycast.fm/ A bus carrying 48 migrants from Texas arrived outside of the 30th Street station on Monday. It’s the second bus in just six days that’s been sent to Philadelphia by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.  City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Benjamin Gamarra, a resource organizer for Juntos, a community-led, Latinx immigrant organization in South Philadelphia about what it was like welcoming people and connecting them with resources and support.  If you’d like to make a donation to help the newly-arrived migrants, click here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Philly Welcomes Another Bus of Migrants From Texas full City Cast A bus carrying 48 migrants from Texas arrived outside of the 30th Street station on Monday. It’s the second bus in just six days that’s been sent to Philadelphia by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.  City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Benjamin Gamarra, a resource organizer for Juntos, a community-led, Latinx immigrant organization in South Philadelphia about what it was like welcoming people and connecting them with resources and support.  If you’d like to make a donation to help the newly-arrived migrants, click here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  A bus carrying 48 migrants from Texas arrived outside of the 30th Street station on Monday. It’s the second bus in just six days that’s been sent to Philadelphia by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. 

City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Benjamin Gamarra, a resource organizer for Juntos, a community-led, Latinx immigrant organization in South Philadelphia about what it was like welcoming people and connecting them with resources and support. 


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]]> 576 Where Did All the Librarians Go? https://philly.citycast.fm Libraries aren’t just about books. They’re a community gathering place. But these institutions are severely understaffed and underfunded in our city. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Adam Feldman, a library coordinator at Parkway Central Library and a chief steward and executive board liaison for District Council 47's Local 2187, about where all the librarians went and what needs to happen to bring them back.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Where Did All the Librarians Go? full City Cast Libraries aren’t just about books. They’re a community gathering place. But these institutions are severely understaffed and underfunded in our city. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Adam Feldman, a library coordinator at Parkway Central Library and a chief steward and executive board liaison for District Council 47's Local 2187, about where all the librarians went and what needs to happen to bring them back.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Libraries aren’t just about books. They’re a community gathering place. But these institutions are severely understaffed and underfunded in our city. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Adam Feldman, a library coordinator at Parkway Central Library and a chief steward and executive board liaison for District Council 47's Local 2187, about where all the librarians went and what needs to happen to bring them back. 


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]]> 1050 Krasner Impeached, Civilians Joining the Police Department, & Thanksgiving Volunteering https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s been a jam-packed news week: Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner was officially impeached, the city will start hiring civilian public safety officers to handle things like traffic control, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. The City Cast Philly team is back behind the mics to break down those stories and give you some rec’s on where to volunteer next week for the holiday!  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: The Inquirer’s reporting on Krasner’s impeachment: https://www.inquirer.com/news/larry-krasner-impeachment-vote-pennsylvania-house-20221116.html CBS News Philadelphia's reporting on Krasner's impeachment: https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/larry-krasner-philadelphia-district-attorney-impeachment/ WHYY’s reporting on the city hiring public safety officers: https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-city-council-new-public-safety-officers-ruling/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Krasner Impeached, Civilians Joining the Police Department, & Thanksgiving Volunteering full City Cast It’s been a jam-packed news week: Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner was officially impeached, the city will start hiring civilian public safety officers to handle things like traffic control, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. The City Cast Philly team is back behind the mics to break down those stories and give you some rec’s on where to volunteer next week for the holiday!  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: The Inquirer’s reporting on Krasner’s impeachment: https://www.inquirer.com/news/larry-krasner-impeachment-vote-pennsylvania-house-20221116.html CBS News Philadelphia's reporting on Krasner's impeachment: https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/larry-krasner-philadelphia-district-attorney-impeachment/ WHYY’s reporting on the city hiring public safety officers: https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-city-council-new-public-safety-officers-ruling/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s been a jam-packed news week: Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner was officially impeached, the city will start hiring civilian public safety officers to handle things like traffic control, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. The City Cast Philly team is back behind the mics to break down those stories and give you some rec’s on where to volunteer next week for the holiday! 


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]]> 1208 What it Takes To Clean Up The Water in Philly Schools https://philly.citycast.fm The Philadelphia School District is getting $5 million to clean up the drinking water at its 200+ schools. But it’s been a journey to get here. And advocates say there’s still a lot more to be done. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with City Council member Helen Gym about what it took to upgrade the water filtering systems in the city’s public schools.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 What it Takes To Clean Up The Water in Philly Schools full City Cast The Philadelphia School District is getting $5 million dollars to clean up the drinking water at its 200+ schools. The Philadelphia School District is getting $5 million to clean up the drinking water at its 200+ schools. But it’s been a journey to get here. And advocates say there’s still a lot more to be done. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with City Council member Helen Gym about what it took to upgrade the water filtering systems in the city’s public schools.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The Philadelphia School District is getting $5 million to clean up the drinking water at its 200+ schools. But it’s been a journey to get here. And advocates say there’s still a lot more to be done. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with City Council member Helen Gym about what it took to upgrade the water filtering systems in the city’s public schools. 


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]]> 800 Has ‘Jawn’ Changed or Has Philly Changed? https://philly.citycast.fm/ The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. What is for sure though is that Philadelphians feel strongly about how “jawn” is used and who gets to say it. Recently, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sat down with Dr. Taylor Jones, a linguist who focuses on regional accents in African American English, to learn more about its history and the debate about ownership and identity of language.   Want some more Philly news plus amazing event recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. It hits your inboxes every weekday at 6 a.m. Have strong feelings about jawn and you just want someone to listen? We’re always listening on Twitter! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Or leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 16 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Has ‘Jawn’ Changed or Has Philly Changed? full City Cast The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. What is for sure though is that Philadelphians feel strongly about how “jawn” is used and who gets to say it. Recently, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sat down with Dr. Taylor Jones, a linguist who focuses on regional accents in African American English, to learn more about its history and the debate about ownership and identity of language.   Want some more Philly news plus amazing event recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. It hits your inboxes every weekday at 6 a.m. Have strong feelings about jawn and you just want someone to listen? We’re always listening on Twitter! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Or leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. What is for sure though is that Philadelphians feel strongly about how “jawn” is used and who gets to say it. Recently, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sat down with Dr. Taylor Jones, a linguist who focuses on regional accents in African American English, to learn more about its history and the debate about ownership and identity of language.  


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]]> 1135 It Just Got Harder for Philly High School Students to Graduate https://philly.citycast.fm/ According to a recent report from the Philadelphia Education Research Consortium, just 35% of Philadelphia’s public school students in 2018 and 2019 would have been able to graduate based on their test scores alone. But in 2018, the state enacted new graduation standards for the Class of 2023. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Aubri Juhasz, WHYY education reporter, about why more students need alternative pathways to graduate and what those pathways entail.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 It Just Got Harder for Philly High School Students to Graduate full City Cast According to a recent report from the Philadelphia Education Research Consortium, just 35% of Philadelphia’s public school students in 2018 and 2019 would have been able to graduate based on their test scores alone. According to a recent report from the Philadelphia Education Research Consortium, just 35% of Philadelphia’s public school students in 2018 and 2019 would have been able to graduate based on their test scores alone. But in 2018, the state enacted new graduation standards for the Class of 2023. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Aubri Juhasz, WHYY education reporter, about why more students need alternative pathways to graduate and what those pathways entail.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  According to a recent report from the Philadelphia Education Research Consortium, just 35% of Philadelphia’s public school students in 2018 and 2019 would have been able to graduate based on their test scores alone. But in 2018, the state enacted new graduation standards for the Class of 2023. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Aubri Juhasz, WHYY education reporter, about why more students need alternative pathways to graduate and what those pathways entail. 


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]]> 926 The Troc Theater Survived by Accident, Now It’s Reopening https://philly.citycast.fm Back in 2019, The Trocadero Theater closed its doors. This historic theater and former concert venue has a really interesting past. Over the years, audiences could see Blackface minstrel shows, burlesque, Kung Fu movies and rock concerts. Now that there’s money to reopen it, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Peter Schmitz, adjunct theater history Professor at Temple University and host of the Adventures in Theater History: Philadelphia podcast, about what we can learn from The Troc’s past and predictions for its future.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 The Troc Theater Survived by Accident, Now It’s Reopening full City Cast Back in 2019, The Trocadero Theater closed its doors. This historic theater and former concert venue has a really interesting past. Back in 2019, The Trocadero Theater closed its doors. This historic theater and former concert venue has a really interesting past. Over the years, audiences could see Blackface minstrel shows, burlesque, Kung Fu movies and rock concerts. Now that there’s money to reopen it, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Peter Schmitz, adjunct theater history Professor at Temple University and host of the Adventures in Theater History: Philadelphia podcast, about what we can learn from The Troc’s past and predictions for its future.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Back in 2019, The Trocadero Theater closed its doors. This historic theater and former concert venue has a really interesting past. Over the years, audiences could see Blackface minstrel shows, burlesque, Kung Fu movies and rock concerts. Now that there’s money to reopen it, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Peter Schmitz, adjunct theater history Professor at Temple University and host of the Adventures in Theater History: Philadelphia podcast, about what we can learn from The Troc’s past and predictions for its future. 


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]]> 1006 What the Blue Wave Means for the Future of Pennsylvania https://philly.citycast.fm It’s the Friday news roundup! A blue wave swept through Pennsylvania on Election Day. Democrats won both the races for governor and U.S. Senate and they even seem poised to take back control of the State House. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody speak with Spotlight PA’s Capitol Reporter Stephen Caruso about what the blue wave means for the future of politics in Pennsylvania.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 11 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 What the Blue Wave Means for the Future of Pennsylvania full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! A blue wave swept through Pennsylvania on Election Day. It’s the Friday news roundup! A blue wave swept through Pennsylvania on Election Day. Democrats won both the races for governor and U.S. Senate and they even seem poised to take back control of the State House. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody speak with Spotlight PA’s Capitol Reporter Stephen Caruso about what the blue wave means for the future of politics in Pennsylvania.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! A blue wave swept through Pennsylvania on Election Day. Democrats won both the races for governor and U.S. Senate and they even seem poised to take back control of the State House. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody speak with Spotlight PA’s Capitol Reporter Stephen Caruso about what the blue wave means for the future of politics in Pennsylvania. 


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]]> 946 In Honor of Chicken Man: The Best Chicken in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm In honor of the “Philadelphia chicken man” who ate 40 rotisserie chickens in 40 days, the team discusses the most overrated and underrated chicken spots in the city. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Xandra McMahon, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Brittany Valentine share their hottest and spiciest takes. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 In Honor of Chicken Man: The Best Chicken in Philly full City Cast In honor of the “Philadelphia chicken man” who ate 40 rotisserie chickens in 40 days, the team discusses the most overrated and underrated chicken spots in the city. In honor of the “Philadelphia chicken man” who ate 40 rotisserie chickens in 40 days, the team discusses the most overrated and underrated chicken spots in the city. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Xandra McMahon, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Brittany Valentine share their hottest and spiciest takes. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  In honor of the “Philadelphia chicken man” who ate 40 rotisserie chickens in 40 days, the team discusses the most overrated and underrated chicken spots in the city. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Xandra McMahon, producer Abby Fritz, and newsletter editor Brittany Valentine share their hottest and spiciest takes.


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]]> 1031 Here’s What Happened on Election Night https://philly.citycast.fm The midterm election is over and the City Cast Philly team stayed up late watching results trickle in. Hear host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Xandra McMahon, and producer Abby Fritz chat about the races on election night.  Our election coverage was powered by great journalism from the Inquirer, Billy Penn, Politico, and WHYY. We’ll have more updates on the election results throughout the week. Sign up for our newsletter, Hey Philly, to follow along.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Here’s What Happened on Election Night full City Cast The midterm election is over and the City Cast Philly team stayed up late watching results trickle in. The midterm election is over and the City Cast Philly team stayed up late watching results trickle in. Hear host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Xandra McMahon, and producer Abby Fritz chat about the races on election night.  Our election coverage was powered by great journalism from the Inquirer, Billy Penn, Politico, and WHYY. We’ll have more updates on the election results throughout the week. Sign up for our newsletter, Hey Philly, to follow along.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The midterm election is over and the City Cast Philly team stayed up late watching results trickle in. Hear host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Xandra McMahon, and producer Abby Fritz chat about the races on election night. 


Our election coverage was powered by great journalism from the Inquirer, Billy Penn, Politico, and WHYY.


We’ll have more updates on the election results throughout the week. Sign up for our newsletter, Hey Philly, to follow along. 


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]]> 1396 Election Anxiety? Here's How to Cope https://philly.citycast.fm Does the midterm election have you feeling nervous or stressed? Well, not to worry. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri gets tips on coping with election anxiety from Dr. Thea Gallagher, a clinical psychologist who specializes in exposure therapy and evidence based practices. Check out Thea’s podcast Mind in View where ever you get City Cast Philly! Be sure to sign up for our newsletter for the latest election results tomorrow morning. Subscribe to Hey Philly right here.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Election Anxiety? Here's How to Cope full City Cast Does the midterm election have you feeling nervous or stressed? Does the midterm election have you feeling nervous or stressed? Well, not to worry. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri gets tips on coping with election anxiety from Dr. Thea Gallagher, a clinical psychologist who specializes in exposure therapy and evidence based practices. Check out Thea’s podcast Mind in View where ever you get City Cast Philly! Be sure to sign up for our newsletter for the latest election results tomorrow morning. Subscribe to Hey Philly right here.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Does the midterm election have you feeling nervous or stressed? Well, not to worry. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri gets tips on coping with election anxiety from Dr. Thea Gallagher, a clinical psychologist who specializes in exposure therapy and evidence based practices.


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]]> 812 How to Talk About Gun Violence in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm The city is in a crisis. According to city data, as of Nov. 2, more than 2,000 Philadelphians have been, both nonfatal and fatal, victims of gun violence. So, what happens after a shooting? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Afea Tucker, Philadelphia engagement reporter for The Trace, about connecting Philadelphians to Up The Block, a gun violence resource hub.  Take Afea's survey about gun violence here. Disclaimer: Some of the personal stories shared in this episode may be triggering for some who have experienced gun violence.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000 How to Talk About Gun Violence in Philly full City Cast The city is in a crisis. The city is in a crisis. According to city data, as of Nov. 2, more than 2,000 Philadelphians have been, both nonfatal and fatal, victims of gun violence. So, what happens after a shooting? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Afea Tucker, Philadelphia engagement reporter for The Trace, about connecting Philadelphians to Up The Block, a gun violence resource hub.  Take Afea's survey about gun violence here. Disclaimer: Some of the personal stories shared in this episode may be triggering for some who have experienced gun violence.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The city is in a crisis. According to city data, as of Nov. 2, more than 2,000 Philadelphians have been, both nonfatal and fatal, victims of gun violence. So, what happens after a shooting? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri speaks with Afea Tucker, Philadelphia engagement reporter for The Trace, about connecting Philadelphians to Up The Block, a gun violence resource hub. 

Take Afea's survey about gun violence here.


Disclaimer: Some of the personal stories shared in this episode may be triggering for some who have experienced gun violence. 


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]]> 997 Breaking Down PA’s Governor and U.S. Senate Races https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s the Friday news roundup! Election Day is around the corner, so City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is breaking down some of the biggest statewide races with the help of City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody. Looking to move past the ridiculous campaign ads, cut through the misinformation, and get down to where the candidates actual stand on important issues? We’ve got you covered. As always, our Friday shows are powered by great journalism.  Steven Lee Meyers in the New York Times on disinformation in PA elections: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/31/technology/midterm-disinformation-pennsylvania.html  Katie Meyer in WHYY on Shapiro and Mastriano’s stances on crime: https://whyy.org/articles/pa-governor-midterm-election-shapiro-mastriano-on-gun-trafficking-crime-public-safety/ Charles Thompson in PennLive on Mastriano’s approach to the opioid epidemic: https://www.pennlive.com/news/2022/06/doug-mastriano-touts-three-part-plan-to-fight-opioid-abuse-in-capitol-appearance.html  Caroline Vakil for The Hill on Oz closing gap with Fetterman in new Pennsylvania poll https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/3694903-oz-closes-gap-with-fetterman-in-new-pennsylvania-poll/ Bo Koltnow with WFMZ on Dr. Oz ads criticizing opponent John Fetterman's stance on criminal reform https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/pennsylvania/behind-the-ballot-dr-oz-ads-criticize-opponent-john-fettermans-stance-on-criminal-reform/article_8b80ed34-2e2d-11ed-9996-d34781b33cab.html Matt Enright in the York Dispatch on more women registering to vote in Pa. since Roe reversal https://www.yorkdispatch.com/story/news/local/2022/09/12/more-women-registering-vote-pa-since-roe-reversal-changing-political-dynamic/8021956001/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Breaking Down PA’s Governor and U.S. Senate Races full City Cast It’s the Friday news roundup! Election Day is around the corner, so City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is breaking down some of the biggest statewide races with the help of City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody. Looking to move past the ridiculous campaign ads, cut through the misinformation, and get down to where the candidates actual stand on important issues? We’ve got you covered. As always, our Friday shows are powered by great journalism.  Steven Lee Meyers in the New York Times on disinformation in PA elections: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/31/technology/midterm-disinformation-pennsylvania.html  Katie Meyer in WHYY on Shapiro and Mastriano’s stances on crime: https://whyy.org/articles/pa-governor-midterm-election-shapiro-mastriano-on-gun-trafficking-crime-public-safety/ Charles Thompson in PennLive on Mastriano’s approach to the opioid epidemic: https://www.pennlive.com/news/2022/06/doug-mastriano-touts-three-part-plan-to-fight-opioid-abuse-in-capitol-appearance.html  Caroline Vakil for The Hill on Oz closing gap with Fetterman in new Pennsylvania poll https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/3694903-oz-closes-gap-with-fetterman-in-new-pennsylvania-poll/ Bo Koltnow with WFMZ on Dr. Oz ads criticizing opponent John Fetterman's stance on criminal reform https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/pennsylvania/behind-the-ballot-dr-oz-ads-criticize-opponent-john-fettermans-stance-on-criminal-reform/article_8b80ed34-2e2d-11ed-9996-d34781b33cab.html Matt Enright in the York Dispatch on more women registering to vote in Pa. since Roe reversal https://www.yorkdispatch.com/story/news/local/2022/09/12/more-women-registering-vote-pa-since-roe-reversal-changing-political-dynamic/8021956001/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s the Friday news roundup! Election Day is around the corner, so City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is breaking down some of the biggest statewide races with the help of City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody. Looking to move past the ridiculous campaign ads, cut through the misinformation, and get down to where the candidates actual stand on important issues? We’ve got you covered.


As always, our Friday shows are powered by great journalism.


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]]> 1324 Where Can You Pee in Philly? https://philly.citycast.fm When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do you go when nature calls? The question has led city officials to the Portland Loo — a single stall, outdoor toilet that’s a little fancier than your typical porta-potty. But is the Portland Loo really the answer to Philly’s public bathroom woes? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Ari Miller, landscape architect and co-founder of Hinge Collective, about some of the public and private places to use the bathroom.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Let us know where you want to see more public bathrooms in Philly. Leave us a voicemail at (215) 259-8170 and you might hear yourself on a future episode! Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Where Can You Pee in Philly? full City Cast When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do you go when nature calls? The question has led city officials to the Portland Loo — a single stall, outdoor toilet that’s a little fancier than your typical porta-potty. But is the Portland Loo really the answer to Philly’s public bathroom woes? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Ari Miller, landscape architect and co-founder of Hinge Collective, about some of the public and private places to use the bathroom.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Let us know where you want to see more public bathrooms in Philly. Leave us a voicemail at (215) 259-8170 and you might hear yourself on a future episode! When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do you go when nature calls? The question has led city officials to the Portland Loo — a single stall, outdoor toilet that’s a little fancier than your typical porta-potty. But is the Portland Loo really the answer to Philly’s public bathroom woes? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Ari Miller, landscape architect and co-founder of Hinge Collective, about some of the public and private places to use the bathroom. 


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]]> 837 Here’s What’s on Your Philadelphia Ballot https://philly.citycast.fm/ We’re in the final days before the 2022 midterm election. But before you go to the polls or mail in your vote, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise Clay-Murray discuss some of the less publicized races and questions on your ballot this year.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 02 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Here’s What’s on Your Philadelphia Ballot full City Cast We’re in the final days before the 2022 midterm election. But before you go to the polls or mail in your vote, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise Clay-Murray discuss some of the less publicized races and questions on your ballot this year.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’re in the final days before the 2022 midterm election. But before you go to the polls or mail in your vote, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise Clay-Murray discuss some of the less publicized races and questions on your ballot this year. 


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]]> 947 WHYY’s ‘Radio Times’ is Ending. What’s Next for Marty Moss-Coane? https://philly.citycast.fm After 35 years, WHYY’s “Radio Times” is coming to an end. But before longtime radio host Marty Moss-Coane broadcasts the last show on Nov. 18, she sits down with one of her former producers, Trenae Nuri (yes that same Trenae Nuri!) to reflect on the show’s legacy. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly!  Head to our Twitter and Instagram to see some fun behind the scenes photos of our trip to WHYY. Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000 WHYY’s ‘Radio Times’ is Ending. What’s Next for Marty Moss-Coane? full City Cast After 35 years, WHYY’s “Radio Times” is coming to an end. After 35 years, WHYY’s “Radio Times” is coming to an end. But before longtime radio host Marty Moss-Coane broadcasts the last show on Nov. 18, she sits down with one of her former producers, Trenae Nuri (yes that same Trenae Nuri!) to reflect on the show’s legacy. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly!  Head to our Twitter and Instagram to see some fun behind the scenes photos of our trip to WHYY. Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  After 35 years, WHYY’s “Radio Times” is coming to an end. But before longtime radio host Marty Moss-Coane broadcasts the last show on Nov. 18, she sits down with one of her former producers, Trenae Nuri (yes that same Trenae Nuri!) to reflect on the show’s legacy.


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]]> 839 From Ghosts at City Tavern to a Witchy Betsy Ross: Philly’s Haunted Past https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philadelphia is considered to be one of the most haunted cities in America. It makes sense, right? This city is old! And there’s a new book that chronicles some of Philly’s haunted past. It’s called “Haunted History of Philadelphia” by Josh Hitchens, an author and longtime tour guide with Ghost Tours of Philadelphia. For Halloween, Hitchens shares some ghost stories with City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, including the legend of City Tavern, one of Philadelphia’s oldest haunted restaurants.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly   Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 31 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 From Ghosts at City Tavern to a Witchy Betsy Ross: Philly’s Haunted Past full City Cast Philadelphia is considered to be one of the most haunted cities in America. Philadelphia is considered to be one of the most haunted cities in America. It makes sense, right? This city is old! And there’s a new book that chronicles some of Philly’s haunted past. It’s called “Haunted History of Philadelphia” by Josh Hitchens, an author and longtime tour guide with Ghost Tours of Philadelphia. For Halloween, Hitchens shares some ghost stories with City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, including the legend of City Tavern, one of Philadelphia’s oldest haunted restaurants.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly   Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Philadelphia is considered to be one of the most haunted cities in America. It makes sense, right? This city is old! And there’s a new book that chronicles some of Philly’s haunted past. It’s called “Haunted History of Philadelphia” by Josh Hitchens, an author and longtime tour guide with Ghost Tours of Philadelphia. For Halloween, Hitchens shares some ghost stories with City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, including the legend of City Tavern, one of Philadelphia’s oldest haunted restaurants. 


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]]> 1088 no Phillies vs. Astros, the Mayor's Race, & Philly Halloween Costumes https://philly.citycast.fm/ The first game of the World Series is TODAY. The Phillies will face off against the Astros in enemy territory, so City Cast Houston host Lisa Gray is crashing our Friday news roundup for a “friendly” conversation about baseball. Plus, the City Cast Philly team unpacks the latest in the Philadelphia mayoral race, and offers up some Philly-themed Halloween costume ideas.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  Share your best ideas for Philly-centric Halloween costumes with us on Twitter and Instagram! @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Phillies vs. Astros, the Mayor's Race, & Philly Halloween Costumes full City Cast The first game of the World Series is TODAY. The first game of the World Series is TODAY. The Phillies will face off against the Astros in enemy territory, so City Cast Houston host Lisa Gray is crashing our Friday news roundup for a “friendly” conversation about baseball. Plus, the City Cast Philly team unpacks the latest in the Philadelphia mayoral race, and offers up some Philly-themed Halloween costume ideas.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  Share your best ideas for Philly-centric Halloween costumes with us on Twitter and Instagram! @citycastphilly  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  The first game of the World Series is TODAY. The Phillies will face off against the Astros in enemy territory, so City Cast Houston host Lisa Gray is crashing our Friday news roundup for a “friendly” conversation about baseball. Plus, the City Cast Philly team unpacks the latest in the Philadelphia mayoral race, and offers up some Philly-themed Halloween costume ideas. 


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Share your best ideas for Philly-centric Halloween costumes with us on Twitter and Instagram! @citycastphilly 

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]]> 1297 no How Bars Are Prepping For a Phillies World Series https://philly.citycast.fm There’s really no competition: The biggest story in the city this week was the Phillies making it to the World Series. This hasn’t happened in 13 years, and the excitement on the streets has been palpable for days. But we wanted to know what it’s been like for the people working at the sports bars where fans have gathered, watching every pitch with bated breath, and where there will no doubt be pandemonium starting Friday when the World Series kicks off. So City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to Paulie Gee’s in Center City and met bar manager Brenton Wallace, a die-hard Phillies fan who’s been preparing for this weekend’s festivities.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Want to see photos of our visit to Paulie Gee’s? Head over to our Instagram and Twitter @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 How Bars Are Prepping For a Phillies World Series full City Cast There’s really no competition: The biggest story in the city this week was the Phillies making it to the World Series. There’s really no competition: The biggest story in the city this week was the Phillies making it to the World Series. This hasn’t happened in 13 years, and the excitement on the streets has been palpable for days. But we wanted to know what it’s been like for the people working at the sports bars where fans have gathered, watching every pitch with bated breath, and where there will no doubt be pandemonium starting Friday when the World Series kicks off. So City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to Paulie Gee’s in Center City and met bar manager Brenton Wallace, a die-hard Phillies fan who’s been preparing for this weekend’s festivities.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Want to see photos of our visit to Paulie Gee’s? Head over to our Instagram and Twitter @citycastphilly.  Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  There’s really no competition: The biggest story in the city this week was the Phillies making it to the World Series. This hasn’t happened in 13 years, and the excitement on the streets has been palpable for days. But we wanted to know what it’s been like for the people working at the sports bars where fans have gathered, watching every pitch with bated breath, and where there will no doubt be pandemonium starting Friday when the World Series kicks off. So City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to Paulie Gee’s in Center City and met bar manager Brenton Wallace, a die-hard Phillies fan who’s been preparing for this weekend’s festivities. 


Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.


Want to see photos of our visit to Paulie Gee’s? Head over to our Instagram and Twitter @citycastphilly. 


Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. 

]]> 976 The Future of Harm Reduction in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Pennsylvania is expected to receive more than $1 billion from a major opioid settlement. More than 5,000 Pennsylvanians died from drug overdoses last year, with Philly accounting for 24 percent of those deaths. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri spoke with two people on the frontlines of opioid overdose crisis in the city—Nicole Bixler, from Operation In My Backyard, and Sarah Laurel, from Savage Sisters—who explained what harm reduction is, what they’d do with money from the opioid settlement, and their hopes for the future of harm reduction. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 The Future of Harm Reduction in Philly full City Cast Pennsylvania is expected to receive more than $1 billion from a major opioid settlement. Pennsylvania is expected to receive more than $1 billion from a major opioid settlement. More than 5,000 Pennsylvanians died from drug overdoses last year, with Philly accounting for 24 percent of those deaths. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri spoke with two people on the frontlines of opioid overdose crisis in the city—Nicole Bixler, from Operation In My Backyard, and Sarah Laurel, from Savage Sisters—who explained what harm reduction is, what they’d do with money from the opioid settlement, and their hopes for the future of harm reduction. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Pennsylvania is expected to receive more than $1 billion from a major opioid settlement. More than 5,000 Pennsylvanians died from drug overdoses last year, with Philly accounting for 24 percent of those deaths. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri spoke with two people on the frontlines of opioid overdose crisis in the city—Nicole Bixler, from Operation In My Backyard, and Sarah Laurel, from Savage Sisters—who explained what harm reduction is, what they’d do with money from the opioid settlement, and their hopes for the future of harm reduction.


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]]> 1003 no How the FDR Park Plan Could Impact Youth Sports https://philly.citycast.fm We’ve been getting a lot of perspectives on the FDR Park Plan — a $250 million redesign project of the former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. Some people would like to see it remain an open green space, while others see a need for more athletic fields and recreation spots for the city’s youth. Today, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Anthony Meadows, president of the youth sports organization, South Philly Sigma Sharks, about how this master plan could benefit the kids he serves.  If you’d like to hear why some folks in South Philly oppose the FDR Park Plan, be sure to check out yesterday’s episode: https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/episode/e190c95d60981436da8c4e13ce1eb4c0 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Tue, 25 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 How the FDR Park Plan Could Impact Youth Sports full City Cast We’ve been getting a lot of perspectives on the FDR Park Plan — a $250 million redesign project of the former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. We’ve been getting a lot of perspectives on the FDR Park Plan — a $250 million redesign project of the former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. Some people would like to see it remain an open green space, while others see a need for more athletic fields and recreation spots for the city’s youth. Today, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Anthony Meadows, president of the youth sports organization, South Philly Sigma Sharks, about how this master plan could benefit the kids he serves.  If you’d like to hear why some folks in South Philly oppose the FDR Park Plan, be sure to check out yesterday’s episode: https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/episode/e190c95d60981436da8c4e13ce1eb4c0 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  We’ve been getting a lot of perspectives on the FDR Park Plan — a $250 million redesign project of the former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. Some people would like to see it remain an open green space, while others see a need for more athletic fields and recreation spots for the city’s youth. Today, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Anthony Meadows, president of the youth sports organization, South Philly Sigma Sharks, about how this master plan could benefit the kids he serves. 


If you’d like to hear why some folks in South Philly oppose the FDR Park Plan, be sure to check out yesterday’s episode: https://pod.link/city-cast-philly/episode/e190c95d60981436da8c4e13ce1eb4c0


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]]> 821 An Ongoing Debate Over the FDR Meadows https://philly.citycast.fm/ For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. But some residents have taken issue with the plan. In September, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to FDR Park and chatted with members of the Coalition for a People’s Plan for FDR Park and the Save the Meadows campaign. Tune in tomorrow for a different perspective on this issue. The full statement from a spokesperson at the Parks and Recreation department: “When you say “residents calling for a pause,” we hope your reporting can reflect that a tremendous number of other residents are not calling for a pause. In fact, over 3,000 residents, speaking seven languages, helped create a vision for the future of FDR Park through a robust public engagement process. The resulting community-driven plan found a balance between the water, nature, and recreation that define FDR park.  There are many communities that call this park home, and the FDR Park Plan seeks to balance all users’ needs while making sure the park doesn’t become unusable due to regular and worsening flooding. In addition, for the past 12 months, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have conducted over 50 hours of open, transparent public engagement through briefings, open houses, park walk and talks, and community association presentations throughout South Philadelphia. These engagements will continue throughout the implementation of the Park Plan. Change is difficult for all of us. While we understand there are individuals who feel very passionate about the former golf course remaining in its current state, we know that is not sustainable. We also know there are other community needs and desires for park usage that have been expressed throughout the engagement process and it is our job to strike an equitable balance that serves the needs of all residents.  This plan is vital, it is viable, and it reflects the priorities and concerns of thousands of Philadelphians whose voices have been heard through our public engagement process, even as a small number of opponents seek to drown those voices out.” Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Mon, 24 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 An Ongoing Debate Over the FDR Meadows full City Cast For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. But some residents have taken issue with the plan. In September, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to FDR Park and chatted with members of the Coalition for a People’s Plan for FDR Park and the Save the Meadows campaign. Tune in tomorrow for a different perspective on this issue. The full statement from a spokesperson at the Parks and Recreation department: “When you say “residents calling for a pause,” we hope your reporting can reflect that a tremendous number of other residents are not calling for a pause. In fact, over 3,000 residents, speaking seven languages, helped create a vision for the future of FDR Park through a robust public engagement process. The resulting community-driven plan found a balance between the water, nature, and recreation that define FDR park.  There are many communities that call this park home, and the FDR Park Plan seeks to balance all users’ needs while making sure the park doesn’t become unusable due to regular and worsening flooding. In addition, for the past 12 months, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have conducted over 50 hours of open, transparent public engagement through briefings, open houses, park walk and talks, and community association presentations throughout South Philadelphia. These engagements will continue throughout the implementation of the Park Plan. Change is difficult for all of us. While we understand there are individuals who feel very passionate about the former golf course remaining in its current state, we know that is not sustainable. We also know there are other community needs and desires for park usage that have been expressed throughout the engagement process and it is our job to strike an equitable balance that serves the needs of all residents.  This plan is vital, it is viable, and it reflects the priorities and concerns of thousands of Philadelphians whose voices have been heard through our public engagement process, even as a small number of opponents seek to drown those voices out.” Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. But some residents have taken issue with the plan. In September, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to FDR Park and chatted with members of the Coalition for a People’s Plan for FDR Park and the Save the Meadows campaign. Tune in tomorrow for a different perspective on this issue.


The full statement from a spokesperson at the Parks and Recreation department:


“When you say “residents calling for a pause,” we hope your reporting can reflect that a tremendous number of other residents are not calling for a pause. In fact, over 3,000 residents, speaking seven languages, helped create a vision for the future of FDR Park through a robust public engagement process. The resulting community-driven plan found a balance between the water, nature, and recreation that define FDR park. 


There are many communities that call this park home, and the FDR Park Plan seeks to balance all users’ needs while making sure the park doesn’t become unusable due to regular and worsening flooding. In addition, for the past 12 months, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have conducted over 50 hours of open, transparent public engagement through briefings, open houses, park walk and talks, and community association presentations throughout South Philadelphia. These engagements will continue throughout the implementation of the Park Plan.


Change is difficult for all of us. While we understand there are individuals who feel very passionate about the former golf course remaining in its current state, we know that is not sustainable. We also know there are other community needs and desires for park usage that have been expressed throughout the engagement process and it is our job to strike an equitable balance that serves the needs of all residents. 


This plan is vital, it is viable, and it reflects the priorities and concerns of thousands of Philadelphians whose voices have been heard through our public engagement process, even as a small number of opponents seek to drown those voices out.”


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]]> 922 no From Philly Sports to Free Avocados: Our First Friday News Roundup https://philly.citycast.fm/ Philly sports fans are having a good week, with the Eagles celebrating a major win and the Phillies inching closer to the World Series. In other news, there’s a librarian shortage in city schools. Plus, free avocados! City Cast host Trenae Nuri chats with producers Xandra McMahon and Abby Fritz about the week’s biggest news.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 From Philly Sports to Free Avocados: Our First Friday News Roundup full City Cast Did you know? There’s a librarian shortage in city schools. Philly sports fans are having a good week, with the Eagles celebrating a major win and the Phillies inching closer to the World Series. In other news, there’s a librarian shortage in city schools. Plus, free avocados! City Cast host Trenae Nuri chats with producers Xandra McMahon and Abby Fritz about the week’s biggest news.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Philly sports fans are having a good week, with the Eagles celebrating a major win and the Phillies inching closer to the World Series. In other news, there’s a librarian shortage in city schools. Plus, free avocados! City Cast host Trenae Nuri chats with producers Xandra McMahon and Abby Fritz about the week’s biggest news. 


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]]> 1254 It’s a Great Time To Be a Philly Sports Fan https://philly.citycast.fm/ It’s good to be a Philadelphia sports fan right now. The Eagles are undefeated, the Phillies are inching closer to the World Series, and the Flyers and the Union are racking up some wins, too. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is joined by sports contributor and co-host of the Bell and the Birdmen podcast John Barchard to discuss the recent wins among the city’s sports teams and what it means to be a fan during this moment.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 It’s a Great Time To Be a Philly Sports Fan full City Cast It’s good to be a Philadelphia sports fan right now. It’s good to be a Philadelphia sports fan right now. The Eagles are undefeated, the Phillies are inching closer to the World Series, and the Flyers and the Union are racking up some wins, too. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is joined by sports contributor and co-host of the Bell and the Birdmen podcast John Barchard to discuss the recent wins among the city’s sports teams and what it means to be a fan during this moment.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  It’s good to be a Philadelphia sports fan right now. The Eagles are undefeated, the Phillies are inching closer to the World Series, and the Flyers and the Union are racking up some wins, too. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is joined by sports contributor and co-host of the Bell and the Birdmen podcast John Barchard to discuss the recent wins among the city’s sports teams and what it means to be a fan during this moment. 


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]]> 1062 no What to See at the Philly Film Festival https://philly.citycast.fm/ Every October, the Philadelphia Film Society hosts the Philadelphia Film Festival. Now in its 31st year, the film festival brings together more than 25,000 people over their love of film. This year’s festival will showcase locally-produced and international movies, as well as cult classics like John Waters’ “Pink Flamingos.” City Cast host Trenae Nuri spoke with arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. about what to check out and more.  If you like this podcast, then you’re definitely going to like our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. Subscribe here. Tag us on Twitter and Instagram with the flicks you’re most excited to see at the Philadelphia Film Festival: @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 What to See at the Philly Film Festival full City Cast Every October, the Philadelphia Film Society hosts the Philadelphia Film Festival. Every October, the Philadelphia Film Society hosts the Philadelphia Film Festival. Now in its 31st year, the film festival brings together more than 25,000 people over their love of film. This year’s festival will showcase locally-produced and international movies, as well as cult classics like John Waters’ “Pink Flamingos.” City Cast host Trenae Nuri spoke with arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. about what to check out and more.  If you like this podcast, then you’re definitely going to like our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. Subscribe here. Tag us on Twitter and Instagram with the flicks you’re most excited to see at the Philadelphia Film Festival: @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Every October, the Philadelphia Film Society hosts the Philadelphia Film Festival. Now in its 31st year, the film festival brings together more than 25,000 people over their love of film. This year’s festival will showcase locally-produced and international movies, as well as cult classics like John Waters’ “Pink Flamingos.” City Cast host Trenae Nuri spoke with arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. about what to check out and more. 


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]]> 693 Should Former Prisons Be Sites of Halloween Fun? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Many former prisons tap into spooky season by holding haunted houses and other types of Halloween fun. But is that ethical given that real horrors took place at these sites? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri spoke with journalist Hope Corrigan about the ethics of prison tourism and how these institutions could be doing better. Read Hope’s reporting on this for the Marshall Project.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Should Former Prisons Be Sites of Halloween Fun? full City Cast Many former prisons tap into spooky season by holding haunted houses and other types of Halloween fun. But is that ethical given that real horrors took place at these sites? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri spoke with journalist Hope Corrigan about the ethics of prison tourism and how these institutions could be doing better. Read Hope’s reporting on this for the Marshall Project.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Many former prisons tap into spooky season by holding haunted houses and other types of Halloween fun. But is that ethical given that real horrors took place at these sites? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri spoke with journalist Hope Corrigan about the ethics of prison tourism and how these institutions could be doing better. Read Hope’s reporting on this for the Marshall Project. 


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]]> 909 University of Pennsylvania’s Troubling Ties to Slavery https://philly.citycast.fm/ For years the University of Pennsylvania touted itself as being on the right side of history. That’s what Penn student, VanJessica Gladney, thought, too. But when Gladney walked past the bronze statue of George Whitefield, she soon learned that the university’s founding story had deep connections to slavery. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri unpacks this story with Zoe Greenberg, journalist for the Philadelphia Inquirer’s A More Perfect Union series. This series that explores the roots of systemic racism in America through institutions that have been founded in the city.  Read Greenberg’s latest story for the series here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/inq2/more-perfect-union-university-pennsylvania-history-slavery-research-20221011.html And register for the Inquirer’s live event about “Indebted” on Nov. 3 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inquirer-live-a-more-perfect-unions-indebted-tickets-435693359567?aff=editorial Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly! Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 University of Pennsylvania’s Troubling Ties to Slavery full City Cast For years the University of Pennsylvania touted itself as being on the right side of history. For years the University of Pennsylvania touted itself as being on the right side of history. That’s what Penn student, VanJessica Gladney, thought, too. But when Gladney walked past the bronze statue of George Whitefield, she soon learned that the university’s founding story had deep connections to slavery. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri unpacks this story with Zoe Greenberg, journalist for the Philadelphia Inquirer’s A More Perfect Union series. This series that explores the roots of systemic racism in America through institutions that have been founded in the city.  Read Greenberg’s latest story for the series here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/inq2/more-perfect-union-university-pennsylvania-history-slavery-research-20221011.html And register for the Inquirer’s live event about “Indebted” on Nov. 3 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inquirer-live-a-more-perfect-unions-indebted-tickets-435693359567?aff=editorial Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly! For years the University of Pennsylvania touted itself as being on the right side of history. That’s what Penn student, VanJessica Gladney, thought, too. But when Gladney walked past the bronze statue of George Whitefield, she soon learned that the university’s founding story had deep connections to slavery. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri unpacks this story with Zoe Greenberg, journalist for the Philadelphia Inquirer’s A More Perfect Union series. This series that explores the roots of systemic racism in America through institutions that have been founded in the city. 


Read Greenberg’s latest story for the series here: https://www.inquirer.com/news/inq2/more-perfect-union-university-pennsylvania-history-slavery-research-20221011.html


And register for the Inquirer’s live event about “Indebted” on Nov. 3 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inquirer-live-a-more-perfect-unions-indebted-tickets-435693359567?aff=editorial


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]]> 930 There's A New Mobile Mural Around Kensington https://philly.citycast.fm There’s a reason Philadelphia is called the mural capital of the world — we have a lot of murals. And every October, the city celebrates its public art through events hosted by Mural Arts Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz attended a recent Mural Arts Month event in Kensington where a mural was unveiled on a van that will connect residents with art opportunities and mental health resources. Trenae spoke with Porch Light director Nadia Malik and artist Jose “Busta” Bustamante about how public art is making an impact in Kensington.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 There's A New Mobile Mural Around Kensington full City Cast There’s a reason Philadelphia is called the mural capital of the world — we have a lot of murals. There’s a reason Philadelphia is called the mural capital of the world — we have a lot of murals. And every October, the city celebrates its public art through events hosted by Mural Arts Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz attended a recent Mural Arts Month event in Kensington where a mural was unveiled on a van that will connect residents with art opportunities and mental health resources. Trenae spoke with Porch Light director Nadia Malik and artist Jose “Busta” Bustamante about how public art is making an impact in Kensington.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. There’s a reason Philadelphia is called the mural capital of the world — we have a lot of murals. And every October, the city celebrates its public art through events hosted by Mural Arts Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz attended a recent Mural Arts Month event in Kensington where a mural was unveiled on a van that will connect residents with art opportunities and mental health resources. Trenae spoke with Porch Light director Nadia Malik and artist Jose “Busta” Bustamante about how public art is making an impact in Kensington. 


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]]> 779 How to Make Voting Sexy in Philly https://philly.citycast.fm/ Historically, voter turnout in Philadelphia is low when it comes to local elections. But this one coming up in November is a big one. Philadelphians will be picking a new governor, a new U.S. senator, and more. So how do you convince folks to show up to the polls? Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about some ways to motivate Philly voters.  You’re going to want to mark your calendars with these important election deadlines! The last day to register to vote in the 2022 election is Oct. 24.  The last day to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot is Nov. 1.  This year’s general election is Nov. 8. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Tue, 11 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 How to Make Voting Sexy in Philly full City Cast Historically, voter turnout in Philadelphia is low when it comes to local elections. But this one coming up in November is a big one. Philadelphians will be picking a new governor, a new U.S. senator, and more. So how do you convince folks to show up to the polls? Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about some ways to motivate Philly voters.  You’re going to want to mark your calendars with these important election deadlines! The last day to register to vote in the 2022 election is Oct. 24.  The last day to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot is Nov. 1.  This year’s general election is Nov. 8. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Historically, voter turnout in Philadelphia is low when it comes to local elections. But this one coming up in November is a big one. Philadelphians will be picking a new governor, a new U.S. senator, and more. So how do you convince folks to show up to the polls? Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Philly political contributor Denise Clay-Murray about some ways to motivate Philly voters. 

You’re going to want to mark your calendars with these important election deadlines!

  • The last day to register to vote in the 2022 election is Oct. 24. 
  • The last day to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot is Nov. 1. 
  • This year’s general election is Nov. 8. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 


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]]> 1094 How SEPTA’s Investing in Accessibility https://philly.citycast.fm SEPTA is investing more than $500 million to make all stations on the Broad Street and Market-Frankford lines accessible within the next decade. But what does complete accessibility really look like? And what changes are coming to make trains more ADA-compliant? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Cassandra West of SEPTA and Charles Horton, the chair of the board of directors for Disability Pride PA.  If you’re riding SEPTA and something is inaccessible, dirty, or broken call: 215-580-7810. To learn more about SEPTA’s accessibility plans head to planning.septa.org.  You can find a full transcript for this episode here: https://philly.citycast.fm/how-septas-investing-in-accessibility/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Thu, 06 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 How SEPTA’s Investing in Accessibility full City Cast SEPTA is investing more than $500 million to make all stations on the Broad Street and Market-Frankford lines accessible within the next decade. SEPTA is investing more than $500 million to make all stations on the Broad Street and Market-Frankford lines accessible within the next decade. But what does complete accessibility really look like? And what changes are coming to make trains more ADA-compliant? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Cassandra West of SEPTA and Charles Horton, the chair of the board of directors for Disability Pride PA.  If you’re riding SEPTA and something is inaccessible, dirty, or broken call: 215-580-7810. To learn more about SEPTA’s accessibility plans head to planning.septa.org.  You can find a full transcript for this episode here: https://philly.citycast.fm/how-septas-investing-in-accessibility/ Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  SEPTA is investing more than $500 million to make all stations on the Broad Street and Market-Frankford lines accessible within the next decade. But what does complete accessibility really look like? And what changes are coming to make trains more ADA-compliant? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Cassandra West of SEPTA and Charles Horton, the chair of the board of directors for Disability Pride PA. 


If you’re riding SEPTA and something is inaccessible, dirty, or broken call: 215-580-7810.


To learn more about SEPTA’s accessibility plans head to planning.septa.org. 


You can find a full transcript for this episode here: https://philly.citycast.fm/how-septas-investing-in-accessibility/


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]]> 999 Philly's Most Photogenic Food https://philly.citycast.fm Everyone has a favorite spot to eat in the city and yeah sometimes the food looks so pretty you just have to snap a pic for the ‘gram before digging in. We all do it! But some people take those food pics to the next level. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri asks Philly food influencer Jackie Freiberg, creator of the Instagram account @bon_nappetit, where the most photogenic food is in Philly and how to get a great photo of your plate.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycastphilly Tue, 04 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Philly's Most Photogenic Food full City Cast Everyone has a favorite spot to eat in the city and yeah sometimes the food looks so pretty you just have to snap a pic for the ‘gram before digging in. Everyone has a favorite spot to eat in the city and yeah sometimes the food looks so pretty you just have to snap a pic for the ‘gram before digging in. We all do it! But some people take those food pics to the next level. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri asks Philly food influencer Jackie Freiberg, creator of the Instagram account @bon_nappetit, where the most photogenic food is in Philly and how to get a great photo of your plate.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycastphilly Everyone has a favorite spot to eat in the city and yeah sometimes the food looks so pretty you just have to snap a pic for the ‘gram before digging in. We all do it! But some people take those food pics to the next level. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri asks Philly food influencer Jackie Freiberg, creator of the Instagram account @bon_nappetit, where the most photogenic food is in Philly and how to get a great photo of your plate. 


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]]> 782 Where Can Philly Kids Feel Safe? https://philly.citycast.fm Five teenaged football players were leaving a scrimmage Tuesday afternoon when at least two gunmen ambushed them outside of Roxborough High School. Fourteen-year-old Nicholas Elizalde of Havertown was killed. The other four teens suffered injuries and are expected to recover. But after-school activities are meant to keep kids safe. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Kendra Van de Water, co-founder and executive director of Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout (YEAH Philly) and Monet Seidle, a student at Roxborough High School. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Where Can Philly Kids Feel Safe? full City Cast Five teenaged football players were leaving a scrimmage Tuesday afternoon when at least two gunmen ambushed them outside of Roxborough High School. Fourteen-year-old Nicholas Elizalde of Havertown was killed. Five teenaged football players were leaving a scrimmage Tuesday afternoon when at least two gunmen ambushed them outside of Roxborough High School. Fourteen-year-old Nicholas Elizalde of Havertown was killed. The other four teens suffered injuries and are expected to recover. But after-school activities are meant to keep kids safe. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Kendra Van de Water, co-founder and executive director of Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout (YEAH Philly) and Monet Seidle, a student at Roxborough High School. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Five teenaged football players were leaving a scrimmage Tuesday afternoon when at least two gunmen ambushed them outside of Roxborough High School. Fourteen-year-old Nicholas Elizalde of Havertown was killed. The other four teens suffered injuries and are expected to recover. But after-school activities are meant to keep kids safe. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Kendra Van de Water, co-founder and executive director of Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout (YEAH Philly) and Monet Seidle, a student at Roxborough High School.


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]]> 901 The Ongoing Fight To Protect Chinatown https://philly.citycast.fm Philly is often referred to as “the city of neighborhoods.” And it’s true — there are a lot of distinct neighborhoods with rich histories and tight-knit communities. These neighborhoods are also filled with stories, which is why City Cast Philly is going to take time to get to know some of them through the pod. First up is Chinatown, because that neighborhood has had to deal with a lot of change over the decades and the community has routinely pushed back against development projects that threaten to shrink the cultural district. Even this summer when plans for a new Sixers arena were proposed, Chinatown residents again voiced their concerns about the impact such a project would have on the neighborhood. Wei Chen of Asian Americans United, an advocacy organization that works to preserve Philly’s Asian American culture and legacy, chats with host Trenae Nuri about the changes the neighborhood has faced and the importance of keeping Chinatown intact.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Tue, 27 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 The Ongoing Fight To Protect Chinatown full City Cast Philly is often referred to as “the city of neighborhoods.” And it’s true — there are a lot of distinct neighborhoods with rich histories and tight-knit communities. These neighborhoods are also filled with stories, which is why City Cast Philly is going to take time to get to know some of them through the pod. Philly is often referred to as “the city of neighborhoods.” And it’s true — there are a lot of distinct neighborhoods with rich histories and tight-knit communities. These neighborhoods are also filled with stories, which is why City Cast Philly is going to take time to get to know some of them through the pod. First up is Chinatown, because that neighborhood has had to deal with a lot of change over the decades and the community has routinely pushed back against development projects that threaten to shrink the cultural district. Even this summer when plans for a new Sixers arena were proposed, Chinatown residents again voiced their concerns about the impact such a project would have on the neighborhood. Wei Chen of Asian Americans United, an advocacy organization that works to preserve Philly’s Asian American culture and legacy, chats with host Trenae Nuri about the changes the neighborhood has faced and the importance of keeping Chinatown intact.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.  We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Philly is often referred to as “the city of neighborhoods.” And it’s true — there are a lot of distinct neighborhoods with rich histories and tight-knit communities. These neighborhoods are also filled with stories, which is why City Cast Philly is going to take time to get to know some of them through the pod. First up is Chinatown, because that neighborhood has had to deal with a lot of change over the decades and the community has routinely pushed back against development projects that threaten to shrink the cultural district. Even this summer when plans for a new Sixers arena were proposed, Chinatown residents again voiced their concerns about the impact such a project would have on the neighborhood. Wei Chen of Asian Americans United, an advocacy organization that works to preserve Philly’s Asian American culture and legacy, chats with host Trenae Nuri about the changes the neighborhood has faced and the importance of keeping Chinatown intact. 


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]]> 884 How Accurate is 'Abbott Elementary'? https://philly.citycast.fm “Abbott Elementary” has kept us laughing for 13 episodes over a fictitious Philadelphia public school. Now, with season two premiering this week, fans can’t wait to see what Janine and her teacher friends will get up to this school year. But the season premiere had the City Cast Philly team wondering: How does “Abbott’s” depiction of life in Philly’s public schools hold up to reality? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chalkbeat Philadelphia senior reporter Dale Mezzacappa about the accuracy of the show and how it tackling the city’s educational issues in a comedic way.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  What are your favorite “Abbott Elementary” quotes? Share with us on Twitter! @citycastphilly  Thu, 22 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 How Accurate is 'Abbott Elementary'? full City Cast "Abbott Elementary" has kept us laughing for 13 episodes over a fictitious Philadelphia public school. Now, with season two premiering this week, fans can’t wait to see what Janine and her teacher friends will get up to this school year. “Abbott Elementary” has kept us laughing for 13 episodes over a fictitious Philadelphia public school. Now, with season two premiering this week, fans can’t wait to see what Janine and her teacher friends will get up to this school year. But the season premiere had the City Cast Philly team wondering: How does “Abbott’s” depiction of life in Philly’s public schools hold up to reality? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chalkbeat Philadelphia senior reporter Dale Mezzacappa about the accuracy of the show and how it tackling the city’s educational issues in a comedic way.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter  What are your favorite “Abbott Elementary” quotes? Share with us on Twitter! @citycastphilly  “Abbott Elementary” has kept us laughing for 13 episodes over a fictitious Philadelphia public school. Now, with season two premiering this week, fans can’t wait to see what Janine and her teacher friends will get up to this school year. But the season premiere had the City Cast Philly team wondering: How does “Abbott’s” depiction of life in Philly’s public schools hold up to reality? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chalkbeat Philadelphia senior reporter Dale Mezzacappa about the accuracy of the show and how it tackling the city’s educational issues in a comedic way. 


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]]> 930 Here’s Why State Reps Have Beef With Philly DA Larry Krasner https://philly.citycast.fm Ever since Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner took office in 2018, his work has been under fire. That’s because his progressive policies were a game changer for criminal justice reform in the city. Over the summer, state Republicans have been making moves to impeach Krasner. And last week, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted to hold Krasner in contempt. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with political journalist Denise Clay-Murray about why this call for impeachment is happening now and what could happen next. Check out Denise’s podcast all about city politics called the Philadelphia Hall Monitor.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastphilly.  Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Here’s Why State Reps Have Beef With Philly DA Larry Krasner full City Cast Ever since Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner took office in 2018, his work has been under fire. Ever since Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner took office in 2018, his work has been under fire. That’s because his progressive policies were a game changer for criminal justice reform in the city. Over the summer, state Republicans have been making moves to impeach Krasner. And last week, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted to hold Krasner in contempt. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with political journalist Denise Clay-Murray about why this call for impeachment is happening now and what could happen next. Check out Denise’s podcast all about city politics called the Philadelphia Hall Monitor.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastphilly.  Ever since Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner took office in 2018, his work has been under fire. That’s because his progressive policies were a game changer for criminal justice reform in the city. Over the summer, state Republicans have been making moves to impeach Krasner. And last week, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives voted to hold Krasner in contempt. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with political journalist Denise Clay-Murray about why this call for impeachment is happening now and what could happen next.

Check out Denise’s podcast all about city politics called the Philadelphia Hall Monitor. 

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]]> 912 What’s on The Menu for The Eagles Home Opener? https://philly.citycast.fm It’s Eagles season again! With the home opener on Monday, we thought it would be a good time to talk football and food. Because you gotta have a solid game-day menu lined up, right? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with John Barchard, host of the Eagles podcast, Bell & The Birdmen about how the team looks this year, what’s decent to order inside the Linc, and why the real food competition is actually in the parking lot.  This episode included music by Philly band, SNACKTIME. Find more about them here.  The weekend is fast approaching and our morning newsletter, Hey Philly, has you covered for things to do around the city. Don’t miss another one! Sign up here. Share your game day pics and what you’ll be eating with us on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 What’s on The Menu for The Eagles Home Opener? full City Cast It’s Eagles season again! With the home opener on Monday, we thought it would be a good time to talk football and food It’s Eagles season again! With the home opener on Monday, we thought it would be a good time to talk football and food. Because you gotta have a solid game-day menu lined up, right? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with John Barchard, host of the Eagles podcast, Bell & The Birdmen about how the team looks this year, what’s decent to order inside the Linc, and why the real food competition is actually in the parking lot.  This episode included music by Philly band, SNACKTIME. Find more about them here.  The weekend is fast approaching and our morning newsletter, Hey Philly, has you covered for things to do around the city. Don’t miss another one! Sign up here. Share your game day pics and what you’ll be eating with us on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.  It’s Eagles season again! With the home opener on Monday, we thought it would be a good time to talk football and food. Because you gotta have a solid game-day menu lined up, right? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri chats with John Barchard, host of the Eagles podcast, Bell & The Birdmen about how the team looks this year, what’s decent to order inside the Linc, and why the real food competition is actually in the parking lot. 


This episode included music by Philly band, SNACKTIME. Find more about them here. 


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Share your game day pics and what you’ll be eating with us on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. 

]]> 923 Is PA's Cannabis Pardon Just Blowing Smoke? https://philly.citycast.fm Earlier this month, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman announced a plan to pardon thousands of people with non-violent, cannabis convictions calling it the “Marijuana Pardon Project.” But those charges generally come compounded with a slew of other ones. So realistically, how many people are actually going to benefit from this program? In this episode, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody chat with criminal defense attorney Patrick Nightingale, who has some statewide perspective on the pardoning project. You can learn more and apply for a pardon here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastphilly.   Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Is PA's Cannabis Pardon Just Blowing Smoke? full City Cast Earlier this month, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman announced a plan to pardon thousands of people with non-violent, cannabis convictions calling it the “Marijuana Pardon Project.” Earlier this month, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman announced a plan to pardon thousands of people with non-violent, cannabis convictions calling it the “Marijuana Pardon Project.” But those charges generally come compounded with a slew of other ones. So realistically, how many people are actually going to benefit from this program? In this episode, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody chat with criminal defense attorney Patrick Nightingale, who has some statewide perspective on the pardoning project. You can learn more and apply for a pardon here.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastphilly.   Earlier this month, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf and Lt. Gov. John Fetterman announced a plan to pardon thousands of people with non-violent, cannabis convictions calling it the “Marijuana Pardon Project.” But those charges generally come compounded with a slew of other ones. So realistically, how many people are actually going to benefit from this program? In this episode, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Morgan Moody chat with criminal defense attorney Patrick Nightingale, who has some statewide perspective on the pardoning project.

You can learn more and apply for a pardon here. 

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We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastphilly.  

]]> 842 Your Insider’s Guide to Fringe Fest 2022 https://philly.citycast.fm Indie films, guided meditations in nature, and a cooking show opera set during the pandemic are some of the offerings at the 2022 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. This nearly-month long festival celebrates independent artists’ innovative and daring performances, and has been doing so for more than 25 years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sits down with artist and podcaster Charles Tyson, Jr. about some of the must see shows to see at this year’s festival.  Want some more Philly Fringe Fest recommendations? City Cast Philly newsletter editor Brittany Valentine has been rounding up the shows and events in our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. If you go to Fringe, we would love to see your photos! Tag us on Twitter or Instagram @citycastphilly.  Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 Your Insider’s Guide to Fringe Fest 2022 full City Cast Indie films, guided meditations in nature, and a cooking show opera set during the pandemic are some of the offerings at the 2022 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. Indie films, guided meditations in nature, and a cooking show opera set during the pandemic are some of the offerings at the 2022 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. This nearly-month long festival celebrates independent artists’ innovative and daring performances, and has been doing so for more than 25 years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sits down with artist and podcaster Charles Tyson, Jr. about some of the must see shows to see at this year’s festival.  Want some more Philly Fringe Fest recommendations? City Cast Philly newsletter editor Brittany Valentine has been rounding up the shows and events in our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. If you go to Fringe, we would love to see your photos! Tag us on Twitter or Instagram @citycastphilly.  Indie films, guided meditations in nature, and a cooking show opera set during the pandemic are some of the offerings at the 2022 Philadelphia Fringe Festival. This nearly-month long festival celebrates independent artists’ innovative and daring performances, and has been doing so for more than 25 years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sits down with artist and podcaster Charles Tyson, Jr. about some of the must see shows to see at this year’s festival. 

Want some more Philly Fringe Fest recommendations? City Cast Philly newsletter editor Brittany Valentine has been rounding up the shows and events in our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.

If you go to Fringe, we would love to see your photos! Tag us on Twitter or Instagram @citycastphilly. 

]]> 875 From Trashman to City Council Member? https://philly.citycast.fm/ Terrill Haigler, also known as Ya Fav Trashman, makes street cleaning look fun to his more than 31,000 Instagram followers. As a former sanitation worker, he’s worked to get those in the industry the proper protective equipment needed during the pandemic, and frequently organizes community cleanups around the city. But on Saturday, he announced his next big chapter: a run for City Council. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sat down with Haigler to talk about his work cleaning up the city and how that experience could help him on City Council. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  Are you on Twitter or Instagram? So are we! Let’s connect @citycastphilly.  Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 From Trashman to City Council Member? full City Cast Terrill Haigler, also known as Ya Fav Trashman, makes street cleaning look fun to his more than 31,000 Instagram followers. Terrill Haigler, also known as Ya Fav Trashman, makes street cleaning look fun to his more than 31,000 Instagram followers. As a former sanitation worker, he’s worked to get those in the industry the proper protective equipment needed during the pandemic, and frequently organizes community cleanups around the city. But on Saturday, he announced his next big chapter: a run for City Council. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sat down with Haigler to talk about his work cleaning up the city and how that experience could help him on City Council. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly.  Are you on Twitter or Instagram? So are we! Let’s connect @citycastphilly.  Terrill Haigler, also known as Ya Fav Trashman, makes street cleaning look fun to his more than 31,000 Instagram followers. As a former sanitation worker, he’s worked to get those in the industry the proper protective equipment needed during the pandemic, and frequently organizes community cleanups around the city. But on Saturday, he announced his next big chapter: a run for City Council. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sat down with Haigler to talk about his work cleaning up the city and how that experience could help him on City Council.


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]]> 853 The Fight for South Philly's FDR Park is On https://philly.citycast.fm/ For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. But some residents have taken issue with the plan. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to FDR Park and chatted with members of the Coalition for a People’s Plan for FDR Park and the Save the Meadows campaign.  The full statement from a spokesperson at the Parks and Recreation department: “When you say “residents calling for a pause,” we hope your reporting can reflect that a tremendous number of other residents are not calling for a pause. In fact, over 3,000 residents, speaking seven languages, helped create a vision for the future of FDR Park through a robust public engagement process. The resulting community-driven plan found a balance between the water, nature, and recreation that define FDR park.  There are many communities that call this park home, and the FDR Park Plan seeks to balance all users’ needs while making sure the park doesn’t become unusable due to regular and worsening flooding. In addition, for the past 12 months, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have conducted over 50 hours of open, transparent public engagement through briefings, open houses, park walk and talks, and community association presentations throughout South Philadelphia. These engagements will continue throughout the implementation of the Park Plan. Change is difficult for all of us. While we understand there are individuals who feel very passionate about the former golf course remaining in its current state, we know that is not sustainable. We also know there are other community needs and desires for park usage that have been expressed throughout the engagement process and it is our job to strike an equitable balance that serves the needs of all residents.  This plan is vital, it is viable, and it reflects the priorities and concerns of thousands of Philadelphians whose voices have been heard through our public engagement process, even as a small number of opponents seek to drown those voices out.” If you’re driving anywhere near the art museum this weekend then you are definitely going to want to check out which streets are closed for Made in America. You’re welcome.  Not going to Made in America but still want rec’s for fun things to do this holiday weekend? Our newsletter, Hey Philly has you covered. Subscribe here.  Let’s be friends on social media! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @citycastphilly.  Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 The Fight for South Philly's FDR Park is On full City Cast For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. But some residents have taken issue with the plan. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to FDR Park and chatted with members of the Coalition for a People’s Plan for FDR Park and the Save the Meadows campaign.  The full statement from a spokesperson at the Parks and Recreation department: “When you say “residents calling for a pause,” we hope your reporting can reflect that a tremendous number of other residents are not calling for a pause. In fact, over 3,000 residents, speaking seven languages, helped create a vision for the future of FDR Park through a robust public engagement process. The resulting community-driven plan found a balance between the water, nature, and recreation that define FDR park.  There are many communities that call this park home, and the FDR Park Plan seeks to balance all users’ needs while making sure the park doesn’t become unusable due to regular and worsening flooding. In addition, for the past 12 months, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have conducted over 50 hours of open, transparent public engagement through briefings, open houses, park walk and talks, and community association presentations throughout South Philadelphia. These engagements will continue throughout the implementation of the Park Plan. Change is difficult for all of us. While we understand there are individuals who feel very passionate about the former golf course remaining in its current state, we know that is not sustainable. We also know there are other community needs and desires for park usage that have been expressed throughout the engagement process and it is our job to strike an equitable balance that serves the needs of all residents.  This plan is vital, it is viable, and it reflects the priorities and concerns of thousands of Philadelphians whose voices have been heard through our public engagement process, even as a small number of opponents seek to drown those voices out.” If you’re driving anywhere near the art museum this weekend then you are definitely going to want to check out which streets are closed for Made in America. You’re welcome.  Not going to Made in America but still want rec’s for fun things to do this holiday weekend? Our newsletter, Hey Philly has you covered. Subscribe here.  Let’s be friends on social media! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @citycastphilly.  For folks in South Philly, the FDR Park Meadows is a respite from city life. People run along its pathways, walk their dogs, or enjoy the green space and wildlife. But in late August, construction began on a massive $250 million redesign project of this former golf course that would add a welcome center, new soccer fields, playgrounds, and more wetlands. But some residents have taken issue with the plan. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri took a trip to FDR Park and chatted with members of the Coalition for a People’s Plan for FDR Park and the Save the Meadows campaign. 


The full statement from a spokesperson at the Parks and Recreation department:


“When you say “residents calling for a pause,” we hope your reporting can reflect that a tremendous number of other residents are not calling for a pause. In fact, over 3,000 residents, speaking seven languages, helped create a vision for the future of FDR Park through a robust public engagement process. The resulting community-driven plan found a balance between the water, nature, and recreation that define FDR park. 


There are many communities that call this park home, and the FDR Park Plan seeks to balance all users’ needs while making sure the park doesn’t become unusable due to regular and worsening flooding. In addition, for the past 12 months, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have conducted over 50 hours of open, transparent public engagement through briefings, open houses, park walk and talks, and community association presentations throughout South Philadelphia. These engagements will continue throughout the implementation of the Park Plan.


Change is difficult for all of us. While we understand there are individuals who feel very passionate about the former golf course remaining in its current state, we know that is not sustainable. We also know there are other community needs and desires for park usage that have been expressed throughout the engagement process and it is our job to strike an equitable balance that serves the needs of all residents. 


This plan is vital, it is viable, and it reflects the priorities and concerns of thousands of Philadelphians whose voices have been heard through our public engagement process, even as a small number of opponents seek to drown those voices out.”


If you’re driving anywhere near the art museum this weekend then you are definitely going to want to check out which streets are closed for Made in America. You’re welcome. 


Not going to Made in America but still want rec’s for fun things to do this holiday weekend? Our newsletter, Hey Philly has you covered. Subscribe here. 


Let’s be friends on social media! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @citycastphilly. 

]]> 955 This ‘Jawn’ is Getting Out of Hand https://philly.citycast.fm The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. What is for sure though is that Philadelphians feel strongly about how “jawn” is used and who gets to say it. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sits down with Dr. Taylor Jones, a linguist who focuses on regional accents in African American English, to share her feelings about the word, and learn more about its history and the debate about ownership and identity of language.   Want some more Philly news plus amazing event recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. It hits your inboxes every weekday at 6 a.m. Have strong feelings about jawn and you just want someone to listen? We’re always listening on Twitter! Follow us @citycastphilly.  Tue, 30 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0000 This ‘Jawn’ is Getting Out of Hand full City Cast The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. What is for sure though is that Philadelphians feel strongly about how “jawn” is used and who gets to say it. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sits down with Dr. Taylor Jones, a linguist who focuses on regional accents in African American English, to share her feelings about the word, and learn more about its history and the debate about ownership and identity of language.   Want some more Philly news plus amazing event recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. It hits your inboxes every weekday at 6 a.m. Have strong feelings about jawn and you just want someone to listen? We’re always listening on Twitter! Follow us @citycastphilly.  The use of the word “jawn” is getting out of hand. It’s on billboards, T-shirts, coffee mugs, even food! But the origins of the word are kind of murky. What is for sure though is that Philadelphians feel strongly about how “jawn” is used and who gets to say it. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri sits down with Dr. Taylor Jones, a linguist who focuses on regional accents in African American English, to share her feelings about the word, and learn more about its history and the debate about ownership and identity of language.  


Want some more Philly news plus amazing event recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Philly. It hits your inboxes every weekday at 6 a.m.


Have strong feelings about jawn and you just want someone to listen? We’re always listening on Twitter! Follow us @citycastphilly. 

]]> 1097 Join the Philly Conversation https://philly.citycast.fm/ City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm. Mon, 22 Aug 2022 19:42:00 -0000 Launching August 30! trailer City Cast City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm. City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm.

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