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08/06/2026

🎧 New Episode: Package theft continues to hit the city. Host Trenae Nuri, creative producer Siani Colón, and DJ/artist/filmmaker Dj Mal talk about ways to keep packages safe, ICE at PHL and which films and workshops they’re planning to see at the 15th annual BlackStar Film Festival. 
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08/05/2026

🎧New Episode: SEPTA gets us around the city, to the airport, to the stadiums, and to the surrounding suburbs. And later this month, the transit agency is overhauling its network of buses. Host Trenae Nuri and creative producer Siani Colón chat about all the changes you need to know, perks you can get with your SEPTA Key Card, and tips to make you a pro at riding public transit.  

08/04/2026

New Episode: A public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug 5th at 10am in City Hall Room 400 over allegations of aggressive policing in the Gayborhood during this year’s Pride celebrations. Check out more info from Councilmember Rue Landau. Host Trenae Nuri, creative producer Siani Colón, and Jacen Bowman, president of Philly’s Black Pride, discuss this and talk about the new speed cameras in the city, and how the nationwide cyclospora outbreak has found its way to Philly.

07/28/2026

🎧 New Episode: Ever since LeBron James announced he’s going to wear the red, white, and blue Philadelphia 76ers uniform, the Philly and regional impact has been huge. And if the buzz wasn’t enough, some pages on social media are creating AI generated content about James and his new teammates on the Sixers. So, how can you spot a fake? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Siani Colón, our newsletter editor, Santiago Ortiz, founder of NO SHORTS, to talk about all things LeBron.

07/24/2026

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker sits down with host Trenae Nuri on Monday.

07/22/2026

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 Carroll Rep. Andre D. Carroll Andre D. Carroll , who represents District 201 covering parts of Germantown, Logan, and West Oak Lane neighborhoods, about new bills he’s gotten to the governor’s desk, midterm elections, and his focus on prison reform. 

07/21/2026

Trenae here: I’ve been loving the videos Dan Horan has been making around the city. The concept is simple. There’s a camera and a phone connected on the other end. Over the past few weeks, Philadelphians and tourists have been stepping up and speaking their mind. I caught up with Dan Horan, the guy behind these viral videos, at Love Park. Also, there’s no prerequisite. Just show up and talk. Shout out to FIS BANGA who stepped up to the phone, too.

07/21/2026

🎧New Episode: Host Trenae Nuri, senior producer Abby Fritz and Eric Marsh Sr, director of The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting, start this week’s roundup talking about new businesses opening in their neighborhoods. They also discuss how the numbers are starting to roll in, and whether or not Philly cashed in on the summer festivities is a mixed bag. But Trenae, Abby and Eric, agree that the energy was electric. They also discuss the ongoing litigation that could shape how drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians share the road. Also, if you have some ideas for Market East, city planners are all ears at a new storefront pop-up. 

07/20/2026

Coming Soon: The Museum of The Philadelphian - 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 Brian Adoff / AoHC, the curator behind this project (who also created Join Philly!), to talk about why Philly needs this space. Plus, they talk about the sorts of artifacts that are going to be displayed and what’s not included.
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07/14/2026

🎧 New Episode: Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jay The Gentleman and executive producer Matt Katz to talk about why tonight’s MLB All-Star Game is a big deal.

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