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 conversation you might overhear at your neighborhood coffee shop. But with City Cast Philly, you’re always welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at philly.citycast.fm.
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FBI Excavates Olney Home, Voter Registration Help & Dating Tips
Jul 24, 202637m
Philly needs help voting and dating! So host Trenae Nuri and senior producer Abby Fritz are discussing the city’s summer voter outreach series and how our voting numbers stack up against local elections across the countr
Is Philly A Good City For Renters?
Jul 23, 202639m
May through September is peak moving season in Philly. So, before you lug boxes and furniture into a moving truck, look over contracts and compare your options. Make sure you know how to spot red flags in potential landl
Summer recess and a wrapped-up state budget don’t mean Pennsylvania legislators get to relax. This is when these lawmakers can focus on issues in their district. Host Trenae Nuri talks with State Representative Andre Car
Was the World Cup Worth It? Plus, Reimagining Market East & Traffic Safety
Jul 21, 202642m
The numbers are starting to roll in, and whether or not Philly cashed in on the summer festivities is a mixed bag. But Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and Eric Marsh, director of The Philadelphia Center for
Coming Soon: The Museum of the Philadelphian
Jul 20, 202626m
We’ve got an exclusive! Coming soon to Philadelphia is a new museum all about the people living in this great city. The Museum of the Philadelphian is opening in Fishtown this fall. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Brain
‘Your City Could Be Better’: Why Are Chattanoogans ‘Doing It Their Damn Selves’? — Presented By City Cast Philly
Jul 19, 202627m
Sometimes it can feel like the Philly government is two (or more) steps behind the needs of its neighborhoods. Enter the residents of Chattanooga, Tennessee. What Chattanoogans don’t have, they make up for in advocacy, w
It’s hot, hazy, and hard to breathe outside, so check Breathe Philly for the latest air quality conditions in your neighborhood. Also, the Trump administration altered the exhibits at the President’s House in the dead of
Philly’s Mexican Food Renaissance
Jul 16, 202628m
A Mexican food renaissance is happening in Philly. Chefs at restaurants like Amá, Condesa, and Sor Ynez are telling stories of culture through food by reimagining traditional dishes and curating unique restaurant experie
The Deals, Delays & Drama in Harrisburg
Jul 15, 202632m
After nearly two weeks of negotiations, Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a state budget. A $50.8 billion deal – sending more money to school districts and rape crisis centers. And while this spending plan came in 12 da
Where Were You for the Microbursts? Plus: July 4th Hotel Boom & MLB All-Star Game Preview
Jul 14, 202637m
The National Weather Service confirmed four microbursts hit the area on Saturday, causing downed trees, building damage, and flooding. So, what’s a microburst? Plus, new numbers show us whether we had a surge in visitors
‘Your City Could Be Better’: Does Philly Have a ‘Perfect’ Airport? — Presented By City Cast Philly
Jul 12, 202633m
There’s lots to love about Philly, but being able to get in and out of it easily and cheaply can be an underrated metric of its livability. Accommodating, accessible, and affordable local airports are a specific resource
Epstein's Penn Connection, Mosque Damaged in Attack & Freedom Fuel Opens
Jul 10, 202629m
Philly takes center stage as Freedom Fuel, the cheap gas stations promoted by President Trump, opened in the city this week. Executive producer Matt Katz and senior producer Abby Fritz also cover how convicted child traf
Could SEPTA Be Your Next Landlord?
Jul 9, 202621m
It's no secret that SEPTA is in need of stable, long-term funding. But the divided state legislature hasn't been too keen on allocating money to the public transit agency, and fares alone just aren't cutting it. So the a
Can the DSA & Democratic Establishment Co-Exist in Philly?
Jul 8, 202645m
Lauren Rinaldi’s ascension to the No. 3 position in the city Democratic committee was seen as something of an olive branch to progressives after State Rep. Chris Rabb, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, be
July Fourth Flop? PECO Strike! And LOVE Park Saucer Gets Revamp
Jul 7, 202641m
Did the Fourth of July semiquincentennial celebrations fall flat, given the too-hot and then too-wet weather, a cancelled parade, and pricey middle-of-the-night fireworks? At least many Ben Franklins provided a much-need
Do The Sounds of Your Philly Neighborhood Annoy You?
Jul 6, 202626m
While all fireworks shows have ended, Philly is still a noisy place. Just listen to the El train rolling by, neighbors yelling at each other from across the street, and Mr. Softee’s jingle playing on a loop. But are ther
'Your City Could Be Better': The Ultimate USA Trivia Battle. How Much Do You Know? — Presented By City Cast Philly
Jul 3, 202625m
See if your Philly knowledge serves you well! In the first-ever Your City Could Be Better trivia episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz goes head to head with journalist and historian Alexandra Petri to see who knows more ab
Philly-Made Cocktails Worth Celebrating With
Jul 2, 202637m
Every celebration needs a beverage to pair with it. This weekend, as the city marks the semiquincentennial with fireworks, block parties, and parades, honor Philly’s part in the nation's history with a cocktail created h
Your Guide to July 2026 in Philly
Jul 1, 202642m
As America rings in its 250th anniversary on July 4, Philadelphia celebrates with free museum admission, concerts, and special events for the semiquincentennial. We also recommend celebrating the 100th anniversary of the
Can a Free July 4 Concert Keep You in Philly? Plus, Pension Loophole & SEPTA Housing
Jun 30, 202640m
Are you sticking around for the semiquincentennial celebrations this weekend? Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz, and Fae Ehsan, a board member of the urbanist group 5th Square Advocacy, make a list of pros and
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