Episodios

  • $3M to Family After Cop Kills Boy, Bars Pull Out of SIPS & World Cafe Live Drama

    $3M to Family After Cop Kills Boy, Bars Pull Out of SIPS & World Cafe Live Drama
    Jun 27 2025
    It’s the Friday News Roundup. This week, we’re talking about the city agreeing to pay $3 million to the family of Thomas “TJ” Siderio, the 12-year-old boy fatally shot in the back by a Philly cop, why artists canceled their performances at World Cafe Live and several Center City bars pull out of SIPS. Plus, after two years, there still isn’t a Greyhound bus station. Host Trenae Nuri, producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon dish about these topics, the happiest places in the city and ways to stay cool during a heatwave. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: City agrees to pay $3 million to family of 12-year-old boy shot and killed by cop Philly psychology students map out local landmarks and hidden destinations where they feel happiest ‘Philly’s a sporting town, isn’t it?’ Club World Cup has introduced fans from around the world to our city 1 arrested, 7 ejected at Wydad AC-Juventus FIFA Club World Cup match after fans spotted setting off smoke bombs Phillies fans say it’s suddenly ‘impossible’ to get an Uber from Citizens Bank Park How rowdy crowds on one stretch of Sansom Street caused 3 bars to pull out of Center City Sips 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: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 m
  • How Sharswood Is Piloting a New Vision for Philly Affordable Housing

    How Sharswood Is Piloting a New Vision for Philly Affordable Housing
    Jun 26 2025
    We head over to Sharswood—just off Ridge Avenue and Master Street—to explore a new affordable housing development prioritizing its youngest neighbors. Play is no longer limited to parks and playgrounds. That’s because of a collaboration between community members and the Playful Learning Landscapes Action Network to design interactive spaces that are opportunities for learning. Host Trenae Nuri joined the celebration on the International Day of Play to meet the people behind this innovative project. 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 June 26th episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Can Philly’s Art Scene Survive the Funding Squeeze?

    Can Philly’s Art Scene Survive the Funding Squeeze?
    Jun 25 2025
    In our weekly politics episode, we discuss how with major funding sources like the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities facing cuts, many cultural organizations around the region are feeling the strain. City Council recently approved $5 million for the Philadelphia Cultural Fund in the 2026 fiscal year budget – a big win for the arts and cultural sector. In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania state lawmakers are going through budget negotiations; will they support our region’s creative community? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Patricia Wilson Aden, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, about this funding. 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: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 m
  • Craft Cocktails Can Be Non-Alcoholic At this Summer Happy Hour

    Craft Cocktails Can Be Non-Alcoholic At this Summer Happy Hour
    Jun 24 2025
    Summer in Philly brings some of the best weekly deals on your favorite cocktails. SIPS in Center City is a popular Wednesday happy hour. There's also Passyunk Passegiata on Thursdays in East Passyunk, and Fishtown Taps offers drink discounts on Tuesdays. But you don’t have to drink alcohol to have fun. We’re bringing back this conversation with Nikki Graziano, Bar Palmina's owner and bartender, about the drinks she’s shaking up and why she opened a nonalcoholic bar in Philly. This episode mentions sexual assault and suicide, so please take care when listening. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day. This episode originally aired on March 17th, 2025. 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: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 m
  • Philly Paw Patrol: Council Curbs Dogs & Their Poop from Parks

    Philly Paw Patrol: Council Curbs Dogs & Their Poop from Parks
    Jun 23 2025
    Philly loves its dogs, but there’s a plan to make some parks, playgrounds and rec centers “animal-free zones.” City Council passed a bill that would fine owners $2,000 if their dog is in a public park – whether on a leash or not. Host Trenae Nuri, who isn’t a dog owner, speaks with Johnny Goodtimes, a Philly dog owner and City Cast Philly contributor, about city canines, dog parks, and whether politicians are barking up the wrong tree. Check out these eight dog parks. 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: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Here's What 13 US Cities Are Talking About This Summer | A City Cast Philly Special

    Here's What 13 US Cities Are Talking About This Summer | A City Cast Philly Special
    Jun 20 2025
    City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Trenae Nuri and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 20th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Philly’s $6.8B Budgets Boosts Housings, Cuts Small Biz Breaks

    Philly’s $6.8B Budgets Boosts Housings, Cuts Small Biz Breaks
    Jun 18 2025
    In our weekly politics episode, we’re talking about the near unanimous passing of the $6.8 billion city budget that includes eliminating a tax break for small businesses and green-lighting new housing initiatives. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas break down the winners and losers in this budget and the political relationships that Mayor Cherelle Parker is navigating. 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 Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 m
  • The Philadelphians Who Changed Ice Cream

    The Philadelphians Who Changed Ice Cream
    Jun 17 2025
    When you think of ice cream innovation, 19th-century Philadelphians might not come to mind—but they should. We listen back to the sweet and surprising history of Philadelphia-style ice cream with host Trenae Nuri and food historian Sarah Lohman, who is host of City Cast Las Vegas. They dig into how women and Black culinary professionals revolutionized the ice cream-making process—and why their contributions have been largely overlooked. Get ready to rethink what you know about America’s favorite dessert. Check out Sarah’s latest book, “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods.” We also mentioned the Netflix series “High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America” based on the book by Jessica B. Harris. Where do you eat ice cream in Philly? 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 Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 m