City Cast Philly

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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 [email protected] 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. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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