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City Cast Philly
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…
Episodes
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New School Year with Old School Problems. Guess That Rent! Should The Portal Move to Kensington?
School is officially back in session. Philly students may be returning to the classroom, but the same can’t be said for all teachers. Host Trenae Nuri…
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To Drink or Not Drink Philly's Water (*Wooder)
Grandma says tap water is good for you, but a filter does make sink water taste better. When you turn on the shower or order tap at a restaurant, Philly’s…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Portland Made Its River Cool — Presented By City Cast Philly
How often are you out in nature in Philly? It’s not always easy to know which natural resources are clean and safe to use in an urban setting, and city rivers…
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Parker’s City Hall Shake-Up & Shapiro’s Data Center Pivot. Plus: Who Cleans the Indigo Bikes After the Naked Bike Ride?
The Parker administration has seen more than half of its highest-level appointees leave their posts, according to a Philadelphia Inquirer analysis. Host Trenae…
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Hidden Cash in Philly, AI Answering 911 Calls & Preserving Murals
When’s the last time a Philadelphian showed you a random act of kindness? We’re asking because the Philly Money Hunt Instagram account depicts someone hiding…
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What's Actually in Smoke Shop Psychedelics?
Earlier this month Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday said he wants Congress to put into effect a ban on hemp-derived products. Those products — like…
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Blocking Broad Street With Trees. Plus: Questionable QR Codes & Real Estate Roulette
The view down South Broad Street from Washington Avenue to City Hall is iconic. But an op-ed in The Philadelphia Inquirer criticizing the new planters smack in…
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Who Gets to Call Themselves a Philadelphian?
Today’s episode asks an age-old question here in the city that continues to get debated on social media. Given the discourse about what really makes you from…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: A Madison Landfill That’s A Smart Business Move — Presented By City Cast Philly
What will Philly do when it runs out of space for trash? Madison, WI, has a plan, and it’s one that other cities could follow. What could’ve just been another…
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July 4th Concert Scrutiny, Olney Home Mystery & Speeding E-Bikes Ruin Dog Walks
It’s the Friday News Roundup, and we’re talking about questions over the city’s hiring of ESM Productions to put on the July 4th concert this summer. Host…
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Abandoned Cars, Rogue E-Bikes & LeBron vs. New York
Why does Philly still have an abandoned car problem? Host Trenae Nuri poses this question to executive producer Matt Katz and Nic Esposito, who once served as…
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Data Centers Bigger Than PHL Airport? What This Means for Philly
Data centers are making the news across the country, facing protests, complaints about energy usage, and worries about the effect on local water sources…
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A New Walk in Old City, 'Smart' Loading Zones in Center City & Must-See Fall Shows
Independence Day is officially behind us, but Philly is continuing to explore 250 years of American democracy with a new walking tour. Meanwhile, the…
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No PPA, Luxury Living & Jobs: Philly's New Perfect Neighborhood?
Philly’s newest booming neighborhood has tons of jobs, amenity-filled luxury apartment buildings, plenty of green space – and no PPA restricting your parking…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: Naked Neighbors, Unwelcome Pets, and Other City Life Dilemmas — Presented By City Cast Philly
As much as you love Philly, city living inherently means sharing space and resources with your neighbors, and y’all certainly have complaints, questions, and…
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ICE at PHL, Package Thieves on Your Stoop & a Major Film Fest This Weekend
Immigration advocates say Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity has increased at the Philadelphia International Airport. Meanwhile, package theft…
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New SEPTA Bus Routes, Key Card Perks, and Pro Tips
SEPTA gets us around the city, to the airport, to the stadiums, and to the surrounding suburbs. And later this month, the transit agency is overhauling its…
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Cyclospora in Philly, Policing in The Gayborhood & More Speed Cameras
The nationwide cyclospora outbreak has found its way to Philly. We’ve got what you need to know to stay safe. Meanwhile a public hearing is scheduled for…
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Stop Complaining About Your Neighborhood: Make Change at These Organizations
What do you do when you want your voice heard on great ideas you have to support your neighborhood? Let's say you want to organize a block party, or have a…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast Philly
Do you know how zoning laws affect Philly’s housing costs? New Haven, CT, has been governed for years by restrictive zoning that made it physically impossible…
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Is Philly Really the Most Walkable City?
For the fourth year in a row, Philadelphia has been crowned the nation's most walkable city. Yet for most locals, walking to work or even the grocery store…
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Your Guide to August 2026 in Philly
While some Philadelphians are still down the shore this summer, there’s plenty of fun events happening in the city in August. We recommend attending the 15th…
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How Your ZIP Code Determines 311 Response Times
Missed trash pick-up, abandoned car, fallen tree, and a pothole — what do these all have in common? You call 311 if you want the city to help you with these…
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LeBron James Hype, Social Media Credibility & Keeping Cabs in Philly
Ever since LeBron James announced he’s going to wear the red, white, and blue Philadelphia 76ers uniform, the Philly and regional impact has been huge. And if…
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Mayor Parker Talks 250th Outcomes, New City Program & Legacy Work
Summer 2026 has been a historic summer for the city. Reports show 1.4 million people poured into Philly this summer to attend FIFA World Cup matches, the free…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: The Trick to Getting People To Volunteer — Presented By City Cast Philly
It’s not a given that every Philadelphian will chip in to help their community. In this episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with writer Taylor Lahey about…
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FBI Excavates Olney Home, Voter Registration Help & Dating Tips
Philly needs help voting and dating! So host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz are discussing the city’s summer voter outreach series and how our…
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Is Philly A Good City For Renters?
May through September is peak moving season in Philly. So, before you lug boxes and furniture into a moving truck, look over contracts and compare your…
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Rideshare Regulation, Companionship A.I. & Prison Reform: A Lawmaker’s Summer Recess
Summer recess and a wrapped-up state budget don’t mean Pennsylvania legislators get to relax. This is when these lawmakers can focus on issues in their…
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Was the World Cup Worth It? Plus, Reimagining Market East & Traffic Safety
The numbers are starting to roll in, and whether or not Philly cashed in on the summer festivities is a mixed bag. But Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby…
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Coming Soon: The Museum of the Philadelphian
We’ve got an exclusive! Coming soon to Philadelphia is a new museum all about the people living in this great city. The Museum of the Philadelphian is opening…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: Why Are Chattanoogans ‘Doing It Their Damn Selves’? — Presented By City Cast Philly
Sometimes it can feel like the Philly government is two (or more) steps behind the needs of its neighborhoods. Enter the residents of Chattanooga, Tennessee…
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Why You’re Breathing Hard, Slavery Exhibit Secretly Swapped & Parallel Parking Contest
It’s hot, hazy, and hard to breathe outside, so check Breathe Philly for the latest air quality conditions in your neighborhood. Also, the Trump administration…
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Philly’s Mexican Food Renaissance
A Mexican food renaissance is happening in Philly. Chefs at restaurants like Amá, Condesa, and Sor Ynez are telling stories of culture through food by…
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The Deals, Delays & Drama in Harrisburg
After nearly two weeks of negotiations, Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a state budget. A $50.8 billion deal – sending more money to school districts and rape…
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Where Were You for the Microbursts? Plus: July 4th Hotel Boom & MLB All-Star Game Preview
The National Weather Service confirmed four microbursts hit the area on Saturday, causing downed trees, building damage, and flooding. So, what’s a microburst?…
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Where to Swim in 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…
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: Does Philly Have a ‘Perfect’ Airport? — Presented By City Cast Philly
There’s lots to love about Philly, but being able to get in and out of it easily and cheaply can be an underrated metric of its livability. Accommodating…
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Epstein's Penn Connection, Mosque Damaged in Attack & Freedom Fuel Opens
Philly takes center stage as Freedom Fuel, the cheap gas stations promoted by President Trump, opened in the city this week. Executive producer Matt Katz and…
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Could SEPTA Be Your Next Landlord?
It's no secret that SEPTA is in need of stable, long-term funding. But the divided state legislature hasn't been too keen on allocating money to the public…
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Can the DSA & Democratic Establishment Co-Exist in Philly?
Lauren Rinaldi’s ascension to the No. 3 position in the city Democratic committee was seen as something of an olive branch to progressives after State Rep…
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July Fourth Flop? PECO Strike! And LOVE Park Saucer Gets Revamp
Did the Fourth of July semiquincentennial celebrations fall flat, given the too-hot and then too-wet weather, a cancelled parade, and pricey…
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Do The Sounds of Your Philly Neighborhood Annoy You?
While all fireworks shows have ended, Philly is still a noisy place. Just listen to the El train rolling by, neighbors yelling at each other from across the…
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'Your City Could Be Better': The Ultimate USA Trivia Battle. How Much Do You Know? — Presented By City Cast Philly
See if your Philly knowledge serves you well! In the first-ever Your City Could Be Better trivia episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz goes head to head with…
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Philly-Made Cocktails Worth Celebrating With
Every celebration needs a beverage to pair with it. This weekend, as the city marks the semiquincentennial with fireworks, block parties, and parades, honor…
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Your Guide to July 2026 in Philly
As America rings in its 250th anniversary on July 4, Philadelphia celebrates with free museum admission, concerts, and special events for the…
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Can a Free July 4 Concert Keep You in Philly? Plus, Pension Loophole & SEPTA Housing
Are you sticking around for the semiquincentennial celebrations this weekend? Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and Fae Ehsan, a board member of…
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Is 2026 the Safest Year in Philly’s History?
Is 2026 the safest year in Philly’s history? If you look at homicide rates, it just might be. In 2025, we saw the fewest number of homicides since the 1960s…
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'Your City Could Be Better': How Denver Is Fixing Its Sidewalks — Presented By City Cast Philly
Just how good are the sidewalks in Philadelphia? The state of a city’s sidewalks can be a good indicator of how healthy that city is — and pedestrian safety is…
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FCC Targets 6abc, Philly Grades Our Politicians & Broad Street Goes Green
For today’s Friday News Roundup, we’re talking about our city’s most popular and least popular politicians, why it seems like President Trump is trying to kick…
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Philly’s Best Sunrise & Sunset Views
Catching the sunrise in the morning or the sunset in the evening can be a magical Philly experience. Because the city is relatively flat, you can catch…
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Can Slot Machines At Your Corner Store Save PA’s Budget?
Pennsylvania’s state budget is due next week. It’s the state’s plan on how to spend money and support the services we rely on – public schools, SEPTA, and…
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Where's the World Cup Boost? Plus, Rocky Takeover & City Loses Latest Slavery Exhibit Fight
World Cup soccer fans are taking over the Rocky steps and Lemon Hill Fan Fest, but are small businesses feeling a boost? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by…
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Why You Can Fish (But Not Swim) in the Schuylkill
The Schuylkill River flows 137 miles through Schuylkill, Berks, Montgomery, Chester, and Philadelphia Counties before reaching the Delaware River…
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Stuck in Traffic? These Philly Bike Routes Keep You Moving
From scenic riverfronts to car-free paths to wooded gravel roads, the Philly area has some amazing bike trails, whatever your experience level might be. Host…
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Can Philly Stop Its Festivals From Leaving for Jersey?
Yet another thing that makes Philadelphia so great is that there are races, rowing competitions, and a random assortment of other special events that happen…
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Can We Keep the Bathrooms After 250th? Plus, Slavery Exhibit Deadline & Dems' Infighting
Why are this summer’s tourists the primary beneficiary of new stuff from the city, like bathrooms and bike racks and new open spaces? What about us? Host…
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How Much Are We Supposed to Tip?
The FIFA World Cup is in full swing, and soccer fans from around the world are here in Philly. But some countries have a different tipping culture from here in…
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'Your City Could Be Better': Why Every Region Needs A Park Map Tool Like Salt Lake’s — Presented By City Cast Philly
Do you know how many parks Philly has? Residents of Salt Lake County have wondered about their parks for years — that is, until City Cast Salt Lake host Ali…
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‘Brutality’ at Pride, School Cuts Averted & D.A.’s Unusual Letter Delivery to the Mayor
For today’s Friday News Roundup, we’re looking at how City Hall found $50 million to avoid teacher layoffs, we’re discussing the aftermath of what one city…