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City Cast Philly

City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are working hard every day to make this place better. Each weekday morning, host Trenae Nuri will chat with people all across Philly’s diverse neighborhoods about issues that matter to you. Whether that’s how do I get the bus to actually stop or how is this city going to keep our kids safe and educated? City Cast Philly is here for it all. It’s that energetic, informative

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23:12

200 Couples (and Counting!) Found Love at Philly's...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/11

McGillin's Olde Ale House, nestled down an alleyway in Center City, is Philly’s oldest — and Cupid’s favorite — bar. Sure there’s tons of beer options, but what sets this pub apart is the “Love Letters Book.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the hundreds of couples listed in the book who met here. You’ll also hear meet-cute stories from three of those couples. Happy Valentine’s Day, Philly! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey

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17:27

Eagles Whoop Chiefs in Super Bowl & Philly Fans Turn Up!

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/10

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

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25:39

Plane Crash's Impact on Kids, Shapiro's Budget &...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/07

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the latest from the deadly plane crash in Northeast Philly last week, how kids are affected, and Mayor Cherelle Parker’s message of the city’s unity and resilience. The Parker administration has established One Philly Fund to provide financial support to victims of disasters in the January 31st plane crash. Also: Governor Josh Shapiro gave his budget address this week and the team prepares for Super Bowl LIX with dance moves and tricks to

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21:36

Big Winners from Philly's First Food Awards Party

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/06

We’re at Live! Casino in South Philly for The Tasties, Philly’s first food awards ceremony hosted by the Delicious City Philly podcast. Philly chefs, restaurants, and all the people that make the food industry so special got a chance to win a coveted golden pig trophy. Host Trenae Nuri talked with some of the winners and sampled some of the city’s best food and drinks with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. WINNERS OF THE TASTIES Hero of Hospitality Award:

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23:14

Kiss His Butt or Call Him a Punk? Local Dems' Trump...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/05

We are less than a month into the second Donald Trump presidential term, but it’s been impactful and chaotic. So how are local Democrats – Senator John Fetterman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Governor Josh Shapiro – handling Trump 2.0? Because while Republicans completely control the federal government, in Philly the Democrats are completely in charge. So Trenae Nuri asks political scientist, Brian Rosenwald, to look at the different ways that Fetterman, Parker, and Shapiro are dealing with

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29:10

Eagles Superstitions, Preparations & Hype for Super...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/04

As the city gears up for Super Bowl LIX, host Trenae Nuri talks about superstitions, the biggest storylines, and what could be in store for the Eagles down in Louisiana. Joining Trenae for this Eagles pep rally is O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, quizzo host here in Philly and co-owner of Shibe Vintage Sports.Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or

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16:34

Plane Explosion and Crash in NE Philly Leaves At...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/02/03

A medical jet exploded and crashed just a minute after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday night, leaving all six on board, including an 11-year-old girl, dead. One person in a car near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard also died, and 22 were reported injured. Trenae Nuri, City Cast Philly host, and Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, bring you the latest information on the tragedy and the stories of Philadelphians trying to save their neighbors. Want some more

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27:59

Eagles Anticipation, ICE Arrests & Kevin Hart’s New...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/31

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the Trump administration mandates that have touched Philly, like the aggressive immigration enforcement that may have led to ICE arrests this week and the federal funding freeze that was ultimately rescinded. Also: Kevin Hart announced a new TV series set in Philly and the team prepares for the Eagles’ Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go

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31:01

Your Guide to February 2025 in Philly

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/30

February is packed with events this month, from Lunar New Year celebrations in the streets of Chinatown, Black History Month exhibits under $20 to ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day. In this episode, you’ll hear Abby’s recommendations of local tattoo artists offering love themed flash sales, Trenae’s idea of a progressive dinner in West Philly, plus free activities for the kids to do. And if you’re cheering on the Birds in the Super Bowl, you’ll love Matt’s watch party idea and Siani’s picks for

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17:33

Council Returns, Preparing for Trump & Krasner...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/29

It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, our new politics contributor. Lauren works in government relations in the city and writes the City Hall Roll Call newsletter for the Committee of Seventy. They talk about what issues council is taking on now that they’re back in session for 2025, how the city’s preparing to protect immigrants and other marginalized groups during the Trump Administration, and why Philadelphia’s Democratic Party won’t endorse District

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18:52

Philly is Super Bowl-Bound! Plus, Pro Tips on Renting...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/28

Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live – the joy at the Linc and on Broad Street and at Cottman and Frankford Avenues on Sunday night after the Eagles’ NFC championship victory is evidence of that. Today Trenae Nuri talks about heading to the Super Bowl and then replays a show about how it may be wonderful to live here (especially when we’re winning), finding an affordable place to rent is a growing challenge. Our rent is too damn high – and getting higher. So Trenae talks with Justin

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22:48

How a Small Vermont College Saved UArts’ Dance Program

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/27

Bennington College, a small college in Vermont, took over the University of the Arts’ dance program after the Philly university closed without warning last year. Why? And how? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how this tiny college hundreds of miles away saved a storied dance program in Center City.We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at

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34:16

Philly Proud Boy Freed, New Experiment for...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/24

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new court opening in Kensington, how President Trump just let Philly’s top Proud Boy out of prison, and Mayor Parker’s spelling slip-up. Plus, if the Eagles win Sunday we get a Super Bowl. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Siani Colon, newsletter editor of Hey Philly. Go Birds! Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: New ‘wellness court’ in Kensington for drug

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32:09

School Superintendent Talks Student Safety,...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/23

Philadelphia School Superintendent Tony B. Watlington sits down for his first interview on City Cast Philly. He talks about student safety, especially given the recent killing of a student on his way to school; the new process for closing schools, which has not gone well in the past; and how the district is beginning to implement the mayor’s plan for year-round schools. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7

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24:45

Why Rep. Krajewski Believes Pennsylvania Should...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/22

Representative Rick Krajewski, who represents West and Southwest Philly, says now is the time to legalize cannabis. For our weekly Wednesday politics show, Host Trenae Nuri talks with Krajewski about his proposed bill to legalize cannabis, create state-run dispensaries, and repair harms done by the war on drugs. He also shares his thoughts on how the University of Pennsylvania, his alma mater, handled pro-Palestinian protests.Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey

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31:23

‘The Tasties’ Celebrates Philly’s Culinary Community

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/21

It’s the first year of The Tasties, an award ceremony celebrating Philly’s food scene. There’s categories like Restaurant of the Year, Next Level Neighborhood Spot, and Best Emotional Support Sandwich. The Tasties come from the group behind the Delicious City Philly podcast. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Eli Kulp, co-host of the Delicious City Philly podcast and host of The Chef Radio Podcast, about The Tasties and his extraordinary personal journey. To get tickets to The Tasties:

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37:04

DA Race, Arena Reactions & You Gotta Pay to Pee at...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/17

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new district attorney race challenger and how Philadelphians feel after the Sixers arena switch-up. Also, a Philly incident that got national attention in 2018 spurred Starbucks to change its open door policy – that policy is now trashed! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Former Philly judge announces run for district

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18:07

The Philly Man Building A Bare-Knuckle Fighting Empire

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/16

Everyone loves a fighter’s story, especially a fighter from Philly. Host Trenae Nuri talks with David Feldman, founder of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, which comes to Philly on Jan. 25. David’s a former pro boxer with a Rocky-esque life story who’s now turning bare-knuckle fighting into a global empire. Get your tickets to the BKFC Knucklemania V here Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or

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22:03

Billionaires Dunk on Mayor & Council in Sixers Arena...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/15

In our weekly politics episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with Ernest Owens, political writer for Philadelphia Magazine, who was the first reporter to break the news that the Sixers shockingly scrapped a plan to build an arena downtown next to Chinatown. They discuss what this says about who’s in control of the city – billionaires, not elected officials – and the political implications of it all.Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram:

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20:28

'Universal Basic Guys' Wraps as Hoagies Brothers Prep...

City Cast Philly ·

2025/01/14

“Universal Basic Guys,” the animated and extremely Philly show on Fox, just wrapped up its first season – and it’s been renewed for Season 2. Host Trenae Nuri revisits a conversation from October with creators Adam and Craig Malamut, two brothers and self-taught animators who are bringing the culture and accents of the Philly region to a national audience. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment

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