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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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20:51

Can You Financially Thrive in Philly?

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/11

What does financial freedom mean to you? There’s lot of definitions, but for some Philadelphians it’s hard to meet this goal. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christopher Wink, publisher and CEO of Technical.ly, about a year-long reporting project called “Thriving” and what it takes for 10 Philadelphians to thrive in Philly. The Pew Charitable Trusts ‘State of the City’ 2023 Live Webcast : Issues Facing Philadelphia and Visions for the Future Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for

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14:18

The Cowboys Stole North Philly’s Hat

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/10

Any self respecting Eagles fan knows that you shouldn’t be repping the Cowboys in Philly, but maybe we should make an exception — not for the football team but for the hats. It turns out those wide-brimmed hats you see all over westerns were invented by a hat maker in Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with WHYY’s midday host, Avi Wolfman-Arent, about the historical significance of this invention and it’s once great impact on the city. Check out Avi’s original Twitter thread on

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21:24

Is Jeff Brown Code-Switching? Plus More Mayoral...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/07

It’s the Friday news round up! Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Denise Clay-Murray, political contributor and co-host of the Philadelphia Hall Monitor. Mayoral candidates were all the talk this week from Jeff Brown’s alleged code-switching, to fundraising numbers going public — plus some surprising mayoral endorsements. Our Friday news round ups are powered by great local journalism: Philadelphia Mayoral Candidate Forum - Addressing Gun Violence The Problem With Jeff Brown’s Racial

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18:20

This Philly Comedian Wants You to Laugh at Her...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/06

It's unsurprisingly hard to find humor in terminal illnesses, that is unless you’re Philly comedian and actor Kirsten Michelle Cills. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with the “terminally chill” comedian about why she makes jokes about her terminal illness and how she’s giving audiences permission to laugh along with her. Also, she shares her favorite Philly comedy clubs you need to check out. To see Kirsten perform live, check out her website. For a list of all the city holidays that will affect your

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22:02

Traffic Tips for Navigating Philly

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/05

Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 and Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can be a nightmare. This week traffic could be even worse than usual. With PennDOT filling some of those pesky potholes, keep an eye out for lane closures on 95, 76, 676, and even routes 422 and 202. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey, Philly! newsletter editor Brittany Valentine chat about how they get around the city, which streets to avoid and tips on navigating the city by

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23:20

Life Lessons From an Award-Winning Philly Poet

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/04

April is National Poetry Month. What better way to celebrate than with a Philly-born, award-winning poet who’s hosting an award-winning podcast dedicated to poetry? Host Trenae Nuri chats with Major Jackson, host of The Slowdown podcast, about the reasons we all need poetry. Read Major’s Duck Girl poem 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

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18:33

Could Monthly Cash Payments Reduce Philly’s Infant...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/04/03

Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. So the city wants to roll out a new program to help reduce the city’s high infant mortality rates. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public

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23:44

Water Panic, Temple President Resigns & New Ballpark...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/31

It’s the Friday news round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Danya Henniger, director/editor of Billy Penn, and Ben Seal, freelance reporter. We talk about the communication from officials about the safety of Philly’s tap water, Jason Wingard, Temple University’s first Black president, resigning, and the new ballpark snack options at Citizens Bank Park. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: A short history of (the many) recent environmental mishaps along the Delaware

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24:25

Tastykake to Water Ice: Grading Iconic Philly Snacks

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/30

From Peanut Chews and Tastykake to pretzels and water ice, Philly has some great treats. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite snacks. City Cast Philly’s Grading System A - Free Wawa coffee B - Finding a parking spot on Broad Street on a Saturday C - A bike ride on MLK Drive, but it’s a cloudy day D - Your kid is on the waitlist for a school F - You’re stuck in traffic on I-95, I-76, Walt or Benny Bridges If you’re looking for a great outdoor

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15:56

Should Philly Worry About More Chemical Spills in Our...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/29

The past few days have been pretty chaotic and unsettling over the chemical spill in Bucks County that raised concerns about Philly’s tap water. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about how this all happened and how the region’s infrastructure keeps the city’s drinking water safe. Check here for live updates on Philly’s water. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also

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22:40

I FRTED to SIDE PC: PennDOT's Problem With Raunchy...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/28

Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms, or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates. Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here. Make sure to

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16:29

Why Overbrook Park Backyards Are Crossing Property Lines

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/27

Imagine this. You’re sitting outside in what you think is your backyard. Until the city says that your whole backyard isn’t technically yours; it’s apart of a public golf course. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Bernard Brown, writer for Grid Philly, about how property lines got crossed in Overbrook Park. Read Bernard’s full story here. To reduce your chance of getting HIV from sex or injection drug use, the city offers PrEP for free. You don’t need insurance. Schedule a televisit with a doctor. You

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26:23

SEPTA’s Updated Bus Plan, Housing Discrimination &...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/24

It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. We talk about how SEPTA’s updating its bus plan, an investigation over asbestos in Philly schools, and when street sweeping is coming back. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: SEPTA’s revised bus network redesign keeps some routes that had been slated

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19:55

How To Skate Your Way Through Philly

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/23

Spring Fling Week is on a roll. The weather has been pretty nice this week — especially for roller skating. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Stevi Lukacz and Dirt Hutchinson of Philly Quad Fund, a community of skaters making skating more financially accessible. Plus, they talk about the best places and surfaces to find your skating flow in the city. Philly-based skate groups and spots mentioned in this episode: Great on Skates Rollin’ With the Homos Skate the Foundry Skateadelphia Philly Roller

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18:04

What To Do in Philly’s Public Parks

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/22

We’re continuing our Spring Fling Week. From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green space. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about the variety of programming happening at city parks. When the Boathouse Row lights resume later this year, non-profit organizations, corporations, and institutions can request a special lighting for

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18:40

Go Birds! Philly's Best Spots for Birding

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/21

We live in a city full of interesting people, historic landmarks, and a wide variety of birds. Host Trenae Nuri and Elise Greenberg, founder of Philly Queer Birders, chat about some of the best places in the city to see our feathered neighbors. Elise’s favorite places to spot birds in Philly: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum FDR Park Penny Pack Park Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram

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22:28

The Best Spring Cleaning Hacks in Philly

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/20

It’s spring! And it’s time to do some cleaning. But before you throw out your old junk and take it to the curb, there are businesses in our city that are recycling and repurposing used goods in a more meaningful and sustainable way. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Nic Esposito, director of policy and engagement at Circular Philadelphia, about how his organization is advocating for policy changes to build a circular economy in the city. Check out the Zero Waste At Home Resource Directory and

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32:58

Changing Philly Crime Reporting, Thousands of...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/17

It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Cherri Gregg, afternoon drive anchor for WHYY-90.9 FM and co-host of Studio 2. We talk about the old coffee can that’s used to select the mayoral ballot, top issues on voters' minds, crime reporting, potholes, and an AI poetry slam. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Coffee can helps relatively unknown candidate nab top ballot spot in Philly mayoral

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15:22

A Coffee Shop Chat with a Century-Old Italian Market...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/16

Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood and produce business of the early 20th century blossomed into something completely different. Now, the family runs Anthony’s Italian Coffee & Chocolate House at the historic Italian Market in South Philly. So, how have they kept evolving for four generations? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz took a trip down to Anthony’s and chatted with

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15:41

Gifts, Campaign Contributions & Gov. Shapiro’s Sixers...

City Cast Philly ·

2023/03/15

Governor Josh Shapiro is a huge sports fan. He recently sat courtside at a Sixers game, and was cheering for the Eagles at the Super Bowl. But who paid for those tickets? City Cast Pittsburgh Lead Producer Megan Harris chats with Stephen Caruso, capitol reporter for Spotlight PA, about the rules around gifts and campaign contributions to elected officials. Check out Stephen's article on this story for Spotlight PA. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning

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