City Cast Philly

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

$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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 [email protected]. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.