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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…
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Philly Proud Boy Freed, New Experiment for Kensington, E-A-G-L-E-S!
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…
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School Superintendent Talks Student Safety, Year-Round Classes, Closing Schools
Philadelphia School Superintendent Tony B. Watlington sits down for his first interview on City Cast Philly. He talks about student safety, especially given…
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Why Rep. Krajewski Believes Pennsylvania Should Legalize Cannabis Now
Representative Rick Krajewski, who represents West and Southwest Philly, says now is the time to legalize cannabis. For our weekly Wednesday politics show…
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‘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…
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DA Race, Arena Reactions & You Gotta Pay to Pee at Starbucks
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…
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The Philly Man Building A Bare-Knuckle Fighting Empire
Everyone loves a fighter’s story, especially a fighter from Philly. Host Trenae Nuri talks with David Feldman, founder of the Bare Knuckle Fighting…
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Billionaires Dunk on Mayor & Council in Sixers Arena Deal
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…
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'Universal Basic Guys' Wraps as Hoagies Brothers Prep for Season 2
“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…
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The State of Podcasting in Philly
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…
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Police Limit Arrests of Kids, The West Philly Apartment Building Without Heat, Go Birds
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…
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Treat Yourself to the Best Philly Wellness Experiences This New Year
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…
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Mayor Parker's 2025 & DA Krasner Has No Opponents (So Far)
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…
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Philly’s Murder Rate Dropped 35%. Are We Safer?
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…
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‘Finding Carlesha’: How a Woman Befriended Her Kidnapper to Survive
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…
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City Murder Rate Drops, Renters Lose Heat & We Watch for Snow
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…
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Your Guide to January 2025 in Philly
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…
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How a Mummer Keeps the New Year’s Tradition Alive With Honor and Humor
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…
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Pop Quiz: Do You Know PA’s State Symbols?
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…
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How To Build the Best Philly Cheeseboard for the Holidays
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…
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A Philly Year in Review, Christmas Village Violence & Operation Snowball Magic
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…
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Tapping Into Community Around Philly Beer at Triple Bottom Brewing
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…
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Did City Council Bungle Negotiations for the 76ers Arena?
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…
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Your 2024 Philly Holiday Gift Guide
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…
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The Best Restaurants of 2024 and What’s Coming Next
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…
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76ers' Arena Gets Green Light and MOVE Families Want Victim Remains Returned
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…
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What Happens When a Sports Arena Wants to Be Your Neighbor?
John Chin, executive director of the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation, grew up in Chinatown. He’s spent his career preserving, promoting and…
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Councilmember Landau on Fighting Trump ... and the Sixers Arena Proposal
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…
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What You Can Get With a SEPTA Key Card (Besides a Ride)
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…
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Does Hollywood Know Philly? Here's the Essential Philly Films
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…
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Sixers Arena Vote Delayed, New Bike Lane Law & Where's LeCount Street?
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…
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We Visited 40+ Philly Coffee Shops. Here's Our Guide.
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…
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Philly's Latest Trophy-Winning Dynasty Is...a Choir?
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…
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Why Breakfast Tacos Were Philly's Biggest Sleeper Hit in 2024
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…
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Your Guide to December 2024 in Philly
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…
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The ‘Giant Heart’ Leveled Up. Do Our Kids Like It?
Generations of Philadelphia children have walked through The Franklin Institute’s 18-foot-high Giant Heart. The heart was recently renovated as the centerpiece…
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'Rocky Fest' Celebrates Rocky's Steps, Rocky's Dog & Rocky's Adrian
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…
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Making Christmas Music With the Kelces, Boys II Men & The Philly Specials
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…
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SEPTA Strike Averted, Sixers Team Drama & The Karaoke Taxi
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…
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Warm, Weird—and Maybe White?—Weather in Philly
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…
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Talkin’ Trash in the City
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…
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Philly Has a Dog Problem. It Starts With Poop.
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…
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Best Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving
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…
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Recount in Senate Race, 76ers Arena Debate, & Jersey Is Burning
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…
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SEPTA's 'Death Spiral,’ Explained
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…
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Why Is Philly Still Dirty?
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…
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76 Essential Places to Eat in Philly
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…
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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…
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Trump’s Impact on Philly, Kelce & Embiid Brotherly Shoves, Election Detox
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…
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Making Sense of Trump's Success in Philly & Beyond
Donald Trump is now president-elect. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Brian Rosenwald, political and media historian at the University of Pennsylvania, who writes…
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About Last Night: Trump Surges in Philly
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…
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The Four Cities That Could Decide the Election
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…
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How Does Voting Really Work in Philly?
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…
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Harris/Trump Tied, $1 Billion on Ads & A Celebrity Surge
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…
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Your Guide to Philly in November 2024
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…
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Philly's New Initiative to Help People After Prison
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…
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Don't Get Hit With Pink Slime During the Election
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…
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See a Movie – and Check Out the Ballet – On Your EBT Card
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…
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The 3 OTHER Races To Know About on Pennsylvania Ballots
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…
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Philly Found Its Lead Pipes. Now They're Getting Replaced.
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…
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Why Won't State Republicans Fund SEPTA?
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…