City Cast Philly

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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.

  1. 21h ago

    'Your City Could Be Better': Why Every Region Needs A Park Map Tool Like Salt Lake’s — Presented By City Cast Philly

    Do you know how many parks Philly has? Residents of Salt Lake County have wondered about their parks for years — that is, until City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta set out to catalog them all. Over the course of two years, she visited all 511 parks in the county, seeking to record their amenities (e.g., bathrooms, playgrounds), write helpful summaries, and track down the people in charge. The resulting map has already become a valuable tool for locals, who now not only know who to call when trash cans are overflowing: they can also find outdoor spaces that meet their needs. Mentioned on the show: Every Park SLC - The First-Ever Guide to Every Park in Salt Lake County (City Cast Salt Lake) 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.

    33 min
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    21h ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: Earsay: The Audible and iHeart Audiobook Club

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  3. 2d ago

    ‘Brutality’ at Pride, School Cuts Averted & D.A.’s Unusual Letter Delivery to the Mayor

    For today’s Friday News Roundup, we’re looking at how City Hall found $50 million to avoid teacher layoffs, we’re discussing the aftermath of what one city councilmember described as police “brutality” in the gayborhood after Pride celebrations, and we’re analyzing the real political meaning behind District Attorney Larry Krasner’s unusual letter delivery to Mayor Cherelle Parker. And for our City Cast Philly Neighbors, in our bonus segment host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz tell you about four brand new public outdoor spaces in the city that you’re going to want to check out this summer.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philly schools will not cut 340 classroom jobs amid budget cuts, Mayor Parker says Philly School District will not make 340 classroom job cuts after all, mayor announces Philly DA Larry Krasner requests more money for funding from mayor and more meetings Market Street in Old City gets a $16 million glow-up in time for America 250 New public space that floats on the Schuylkill River arrives at Bartram's Gardens SEPTA reopens long-shuttered South Broad Concourse in Center City Philadelphia City officials respond to backlash against heavy police involvement at Philly Pride 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: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia ArtPhilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

    31 min

  4. 3d ago

    Why You Need To Go to the Odunde Street Festival This Year

    Odunde, the largest African American street festival in the nation, returns to Philly on Sunday, June 14, with hundreds of thousands expected to gather on 16 blocks. What started out as a simple idea to celebrate African and Caribbean culture has become a 51-year-old demonstration of the power of community. There will be arts, crafts, and food vendors, as well as dance performances and R&B music headliner Bell Biv DeVoe. In this conversation from just before the 50th anniversary of the event, Odunde CEO Oshunbumi Fernandez-West tells host Trenae Nuri about the roots of this extraordinary event. 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: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia

    19 min

  5. 4d ago

    Shapiro Wants Data Centers. Do Pennsylvanians Agree?

    Gov. Josh Shapiro wants data centers in Pennsylvania, and he’s got a plan to incentivize developers to build. But does the governor’s proposal have a shot at making it through our divided legislature? Kate Huangpu, government reporter for Spotlight PA, joins host Trenae Nuri to talk about the appetite for data centers among lawmakers, business groups, and the labor force, and how the Keystone State could benefit from this booming industry.  Read Kate's full report on G.R.I.D. for Spotlight PA here.  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: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Four Seasons Philadelphia

    18 min

  6. 5d ago

    World Cup Merch Hustle, $200M Police Headquarters & Philly Dem Chairman Clings to Power

    What’s one thing we would ban from Center City? Why is the police headquarters costing the city so much money to buy? And will Bob Brady be dethroned as chairman of the Philadelphia Democrats? That – plus what we’re looking for in World Cup merch – on the Tuesday News Roundup with journalist Claudia Vargas, City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, and our senior producer Abby Fritz.  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: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia ArtPhilly The Penn Museum

    42 min

  7. 6d ago

    FIFA World Cup: The World’s Game Comes to Philly

    The FIFA World Cup is here! This weekend marks the first of the six matches that Philly is hosting for the most-watched sporting event in the world. We’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Meg Kane, host city executive and CEO for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, to talk about the rise of soccer in Philly and why hosting the World Cup is a game-changer.  This episode originally aired Dec. 9, 2025.  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: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Four Seasons Philadelphia

    35 min

  8. Jun 7

    'Your City Could Be Better': How Las Vegas Saves More Water Than Any Other City — Presented By City Cast Philly

    Philadelphia recycles some of its water, but not as much as Las Vegas, where the water there stays in the city. How else could a desert city possibly have enough water for its year-round tourists, a metro area population of over 2 million, and all those pools? The process just might be grosser than you think. With innovative recycling, strict lawn rules, and infrastructure to monitor it all, Vegas has become a global leader in water reuse. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Las Vegas podcast host Jesse Merrick to learn how the city makes do with what it has and how its practices could save other cities’ water supplies. Plus, are any Las Vegans actually going to the casinos? Mentioned on the show: "Reality Check - There are Big Fines If You Don’t Change Your Watering Clock" (Southern Nevada Water Authority) "Federal Regulators Cut Lake Mead Water. Can Vegas Handle It?" (City Cast Las Vegas) 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.

    31 min
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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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