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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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- Yesterday38 min
How Philly Needs Dems to Deliver. Plus: Safety in Foster Care & the City’s Hidden Gems
We talk about the criteria for places that can be called true “hidden gems.” Contributors Jacen Bowman and Conrad Benner join host Trenae Nuri to spill the details about their favorite places. Plus, they talk about the top priorities for state lawmakers now that political power has shifted in Harrisburg for the first time in 30 years. And some outstanding questions surrounding the death of 10-year-old Malayshia Alford. This podcast involves discussion of violence against a child. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor. Sign up here. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia
- 2 days ago23 min
‘Your City Could Be Better’: A ‘Rage Room’ That’s Saving a City — Presented By City Cast Philly
It’s fall in Philly, but just this week, cities across the country experienced record-high heat. In Somerville, MA, the city government is realizing that rising temperatures deserve their attention and intervention year round — and they’re running a fun, generous program to help. David is joined by Elyse Belarge from the Somerville Mayor's Office of Sustainability and Environment to talk about the city’s pilot to de-pave and re-vegetate residential lots. Elyse shares the jaw-dropping impact of asphalt-free zones, as well as the joy of taking sledgehammers to driveways in your neighborhood. Mentioned on the show: Cooling East Somerville program and application for residents: https://voice.somervillema.gov/cooling-east-somerville The Barr Foundation, which funds Somerville’s work as part of a cohort: https://www.barrfoundation.org/climate/initiative/community-heat-resilience/ Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter
- 4 days ago28 min
Will State Democrats Now Deliver? Plus, LOVE Park Hosts 1,000th Wedding & BalletX Portrays 1920s Philly
We review Pennsylvania Democrats’ long wish list for policy changes now that the party controls the legislature and governor’s office. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also talk about the 1,000th wedding at LOVE Park, a protest targeting Jewish businesses in Rittenhouse Square, and the new season of BalletX. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor. Sign up here. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia Visit Williamsburg Laurel Hill
- 5 days ago29 min
Voting? Done. Next? How You Can Help Get Potholes Fixed & Streets Cleaned Up
Election Day is over, but the work you do in your community doesn’t stop. There are so many ways you can get involved, speak up on issues, and have a seat at the table on everything from cleaning up the streets to decisions on zoning In this episode, host Trenae Nuri talks with Violet Comber-Wilen, a reporter at Billy Penn, about what local civic engagement really looks like. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor. Sign up here. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise If you enjoyed today's interview with Josué Figueroa, Vice President and Senior Business Consultant for Coaching for Impact at Chase Business Banking, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, November 5th episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia Visit Williamsburg Laurel Hill
- 6 days ago28 min
Shapiro Crushes GOP Challenger. Is the White House Next? Plus: Rabb Goes to D.C.
Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro won a landslide victory against Republican State Treasurer Stacy Garrity. We talk about how that happened, what it means for raising the minimum wage and funding SEPTA, and whether Shapiro will run for president next. We also talk about Philly’s congressional winners, including democratic socialist Chris Rabb, and how the city ballot initiatives fared. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, our executive producer, and Lauren Vidas, our political contributor. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor. Sign up here. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia Visit Williamsburg Laurel Hill
- 1 weeks ago30 min
Can PA Dems Win Trifecta? Plus, Taxing Waymo & Very Early Holiday Decor
It’s Election Day. So what’s at stake? While Pennsylvania has a Democratic governor and control of the state House, Republicans maintain control of the state Senate. Could that change today? Dems are hoping to get a “trifecta.” Contributors Cassidy Leyendecker, a Democratic committee person, and Santiago Ortiz, founder of NoShorts Media, join host Trenae Nuri to talk about how voters are feeling and what you need to know on Election. Plus, there’s a new City Council proposal to tax robots and autonomous vehicles. And we dish on our favorite holiday traditions — is it too early to set up holiday decorations? Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor. Sign up here. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia Visit Williamsburg Laurel Hill
- 1 weeks ago38 min
SEPTA Funds, Minimum Wage Hike & Legal Weed: Philly's Only GOP State Senator Has Some Thoughts
We’re sitting down with State Sen. Joe Picozzi, who represents the Northeast. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk to Picozzi, the only Republican state senator from Philly, about his positions on increasing the minimum wage, establishing a state revenue source for SEPTA, and legalizing cannabis. He also dishes on his relationships with Democrats. Then, we give you a quick rundown on what you should know before heading to the polls for the general election on Tuesday – you can find a guide to help you prepare for election at philly.citycast.fm under “Local Civics.” To hear the rest of the conversation with Picozzi that we didn’t have time to include in this episode, join our membership program and tune in to Friday’s show. By becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor, you get members-only segments on Fridays (plus a load of other perks). Sign up here. Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia Visit Williamsburg Laurel Hill
- 1 weeks ago24 min
‘Your City Could Be Better’: Who Controls Austin’s Autonomous Vehicles? — Presented By City Cast Philly
When you think of Waymo, you might not yet think of Philly. But you should definitely be thinking of Austin, Texas. State law governing autonomous vehicles (AVs) supersedes city authority and prevents local governments from regulating AVs, creating areas that have become increasingly attractive to AV companies. City Cast Austin host Miles Bloxson joins Your City Could Better to talk about if this loose regulation is good for Texas, particularly its dense capital city, whether local benefit is a priority for manufacturers at all, and how cities can learn from Austin if a similar influx hits their streets. Mentioned on the show: City Cast Austin’s episode on AVs regulation: https://austin.citycast.fm/podcasts/are-texas-schools-using-ai-to-ban-books-plus-driverless-cars-in-austin-and-new-michelin-stars Waymo blocking emergency response to Austin shooting: https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2026/03/02/waymo-vehicle-blocks-ems-austin-mass-shooting The city of Austin’s public dashboard tracking incidents involving AVs: https://austin.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/dbd59d9b20634de1afad32a8267b739b# Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options.
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About 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 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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