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It’s the Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl parade and our favorite players on this beloved team, plus the midweek snow storm, Mayor Parker’s housing plan for the city, and Governor Shapiro's suit against President Trump. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer.  Going to the parade? We've got all the details on our City Cast Philly homepage, here. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Everything You Need To Know About Friday’s Super Bowl Parade ‘Housing, housing, housing:’ Mayor Cherelle Parker lays out her agenda for year two of her administration Eagles’ A.J. Brown Says ‘Don’t Be Afraid to Seek Help’ After Experience With Suicidal Thoughts Gov. Josh Shapiro sues Trump administration over federal funding freeze, alleging Pennsylvania hasn’t received $2 billion 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 Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing The #1 Cause of Breakups & The Spiritual Secret To Attracting Healthy Love | David Ghiyam from The School of Greatness.Follow the show: The School of GreatnessI'm going on tour! Come see The School of Greatness LIVE in person!Get my new book Make Money Easy here!In a paradigm-shifting conversation about love and relationships, spiritual wisdom teacher David Ghiyam reveals why our most painful relationships are actually divine assignments for our soul's growth. This episode offers groundbreaking wisdom for anyone who has ever felt stuck in toxic relationship patterns or questioned why they keep attracting the wrong partners, as David provides practical tools to shift from victim consciousness to spiritual mastery in love. Through vulnerable personal stories, including his own journey of maintaining a beautiful friendship with his ex-wife while co-parenting four children, David illuminates how our relationship patterns are not random but carefully orchestrated opportunities for spiritual evolution. He shares the transformational insight that instead of seeking "the one," we must focus on becoming "the one" by expanding our spiritual vessel to receive love. David Ghiyam’s website to learn more about him and his missionIn this episode you will learn:Why focusing on building your "spiritual vessel" is more important than searching for the perfect partnerHow our souls pre-program specific relationship challenges to help us grow and evolveThe counterintuitive reason why over-giving in early relationships often leads to their demiseWhy blessing your ex-partners instead of labeling them "toxic" is crucial for manifesting healthy loveThe profound connection between your belief in what you deserve and your capacity to receive loveFor more information go to https://www.lewishowes.com/1732For more Greatness text PODCAST to +1 (614) 350-3960More SOG episodes we think you’ll love:Gregg Braden – greatness.lnk.to/1726SCDr. Joe Dispenza – greatness.lnk.to/1413SCGabby Bernstein – greatness.lnk.to/1714SC Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookXDISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

We’re getting ready for the big Eagles parade tomorrow (check out Hey Philly for the latest logistics on that) so we’re re-airing an episode from late last year about dogs. Because: What’s up with all the dog poop around the city? And what’s up with the dogs in CVS? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Shaunice Ajiwe, associate editor at Philadelphia Magazine, about her recent article How Did Philly Dog Culture Get So Out of Control? They discuss Philly’s dog culture, why dogs are in our stores, and how pooches, pups, and dog owners can live harmoniously in Philly.  Do you have some thoughts on the dogs? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri catches up with State Representative Elizabeth Fiedler, who represents South Philly, about her work-life balance (she’s a mother of two who’s now expecting twins) and the issues she’s focused on in Harrisburg. Fiedler is one of just a few elected officials in the country who’s a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, and she has some thoughts on the future of the Democratic Party.   Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McGillin's Olde Ale House, nestled down an alleyway in Center City, is Philly’s oldest — and Cupid’s favorite — bar. Sure there’s tons of beer options, but what sets this pub apart is the “Love Letters Book.” Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Mullins Jr., the owner of McGillin's, about the hundreds of couples listed in the book who met here. You’ll also hear meet-cute stories from three of those couples. Happy Valentine’s Day, Philly! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We won the Super Bowl, y'all! Come celebrate with host Trenae Nuri, executive producer Matt Katz, and a few hard-core fans as we recap the Eagles' 40-22 victory over the Chiefs and relish the positive vibes in the City of Brotherly Love. Want to tell us what you love most about our Eagles? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Go Birds! Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the latest from the deadly plane crash in Northeast Philly last week, how kids are affected, and Mayor Cherelle Parker’s message of the city’s unity and resilience. The Parker administration has established One Philly Fund to provide financial support to victims of disasters in the January 31st plane crash. Also: Governor Josh Shapiro gave his budget address this week and the team prepares for Super Bowl LIX with dance moves and tricks to preserve your voice. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  ‘We are a resilient city’: Mayor Parker and other city officials stress unity and aid during town hall on deadly plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia Residents, businesses near medical jet crash site may return in coming days as NTSB, forensics investigators relocate City identifies man who died in his car in Northeast Philadelphia in Friday's medical transport jet crash Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes $51.5 billion budget with major investments in health care and education Pennsylvania governor proposes over $200 million more for Philly schools SEPTA would get $165 million in Josh Shapiro’s state budget proposal, staving off service cuts City of Philadelphia Details Preparations for NFC Championship Game on Sunday  A Bandwagoner’s Guide to the 2024 Eagles Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Go Birds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re at Live! Casino in South Philly for The Tasties, Philly’s first food awards ceremony hosted by the Delicious City Philly podcast. Philly chefs, restaurants, and all the people that make the food industry so special got a chance to win a coveted golden pig trophy. Host Trenae Nuri talked with some of the winners and sampled some of the city’s best food and drinks with City Cast Philly’s executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz.   WINNERS OF THE TASTIES  Hero of Hospitality Award: Mayor Cherelle Parker Best Emotional Support Sandwich: Bronco Cutlet at Farina Di Vita Cocktails: Friday Saturday Sunday  Hospitality: Vernick Food & Drink  Best Late-Night Joint: Messina Social Club  Next Level Neighborhood Spot: Royal Tavern  Standout Baker or Pastry Chef: Chris Dipiazza   Best Pop-Up or Supper Club: Habibi  Breakout Chef: Melissa McGrath Dish Wizard: Elvin of Provenance Icon: Zahav  Most Crave-Worthy Pizza Joint: Char   Best New Restaurant: Illata  Jim Burke Award For Culinary Excellence for Chef of the Year: Dionicio Jiménez   Restaurant of the Year: Kayala  Listen back to our chat with Chef Eli Kulp, co-host of Delicious City Philly, about how this idea came to life. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Go Birds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are less than a month into the second Donald Trump presidential term, but it’s been impactful and chaotic. So how are local Democrats – Senator John Fetterman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Governor Josh Shapiro – handling Trump 2.0? Because while Republicans completely control the federal government, in Philly the Democrats are completely in charge. So Trenae Nuri asks political scientist, Brian Rosenwald, to look at the different ways that Fetterman, Parker, and Shapiro are dealing with Trump. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the city gears up for Super Bowl LIX, host Trenae Nuri talks about superstitions, the biggest storylines, and what could be in store for the Eagles down in Louisiana. Joining Trenae for this Eagles pep rally is O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Johnny Goodtimes, quizzo host here in Philly and co-owner of Shibe Vintage Sports. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Go Birds! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A medical jet exploded and crashed just a minute after takeoff from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday night, leaving all six on board, including an 11-year-old girl, dead. One person in a car near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard also died, and 22 were reported injured. Trenae Nuri, City Cast Philly host, and Matt Katz, City Cast Philly executive producer, bring you the latest information on the tragedy and the stories of Philadelphians trying to save their neighbors.  Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the Trump administration mandates that have touched Philly, like the aggressive immigration enforcement that may have led to ICE arrests this week and the federal funding freeze that was ultimately rescinded. Also: Kevin Hart announced a new TV series set in Philly and the team prepares for the Eagles’ Super Bowl rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Go Birds. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Temple student dies after falling from light pole during Eagles celebrations in Philadelphia 8 injured after driver strikes crowd of celebrating Eagles fans in Spring Garden neighborhood Philly migrants skip work, school, and shopping amid fears of ICE enforcement Philly restaurant owners say ICE showed up without warrant 'because it's a Puerto Rican restaurant' Medicaid payment systems restored in Pa. as Trump administration rescinds federal funding freeze memo BET+ Orders First Animated Series ‘Lil Kev,’ Based on Creator Kevin Hart’s Childhood; Wanda Sykes, Deon Cole Also Star We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February is packed with events this month, from Lunar New Year celebrations in the streets of Chinatown, Black History Month exhibits under $20 to ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day. In this episode, you’ll hear Abby’s recommendations of local tattoo artists offering love themed flash sales, Trenae’s idea of a progressive dinner in West Philly, plus free activities for the kids to do. And if you’re cheering on the Birds in the Super Bowl, you’ll love Matt’s watch party idea and Siani’s picks for where to get Eagles merch.   For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s our Wednesday politics show. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Lauren Vidas, our new politics contributor. Lauren works in government relations in the city and writes the City Hall Roll Call newsletter for the Committee of Seventy. They talk about what issues council is taking on now that they’re back in session for 2025, how the city’s preparing to protect immigrants and other marginalized groups during the Trump Administration, and why Philadelphia’s Democratic Party won’t endorse District Attorney Larry Krasner.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live – the joy at the Linc and on Broad Street and at Cottman and Frankford Avenues on Sunday night after the Eagles’ NFC championship victory is evidence of that. Today Trenae Nuri talks about heading to the Super Bowl and then replays a show about how it may be wonderful to live here (especially when we’re winning), finding an affordable place to rent is a growing challenge. Our rent is too damn high – and getting higher. So Trenae talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams. Please take our listener survey! Are you a podcast listener? We could really use your help! We’re doing a survey to learn more about podcast listeners. Even if you don’t listen to City Cast, we still want to hear from you!  Please take the survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor, and you’ll also get the chance to win a $250 Visa gift card. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts about THE EAGLES GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bennington College, a small college in Vermont, took over the University of the Arts’ dance program after the Philly university closed without warning last year. Why? And how? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Laura Walker, president of Bennington College, and Donna Faye Burchfield, director of the dance program, about how this tiny college hundreds of miles away saved a storied dance program in Center City. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about the new court opening in Kensington, how President Trump just let Philly’s top Proud Boy out of prison, and Mayor Parker’s spelling slip-up. Plus, if the Eagles win Sunday we get a Super Bowl. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, and Siani Colon, newsletter editor of Hey Philly. Go Birds!  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  New ‘wellness court’ in Kensington for drug users launches Wednesday, as police prepare to ramp up drug enforcement Trump commutes sentences of Jan. 6 rioters, including former Philadelphia Proud Boys leader ICE has been freed to make arrests at churches. More immigrants took sanctuary in Philadelphia than anywhere else. Mayor Parker’s administration says Philly’s sanctuary city policy remains despite threats from Trump We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philadelphia School Superintendent Tony B. Watlington sits down for his first interview on City Cast Philly. He talks about student safety, especially given the recent killing of a student on his way to school; the new process for closing schools, which has not gone well in the past; and how the district is beginning to implement the mayor’s plan for year-round schools.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly. We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly. Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Representative Rick Krajewski, who represents West and Southwest Philly, says now is the time to legalize cannabis. For our weekly Wednesday politics show, Host Trenae Nuri talks with Krajewski about his proposed bill to legalize cannabis, create state-run dispensaries, and repair harms done by the war on drugs. He also shares his thoughts on how the University of Pennsylvania, his alma mater, handled pro-Palestinian protests. Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Have a question or comment? Call or text us at 215-259-8170  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:   Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the first year of The Tasties, an award ceremony celebrating Philly’s food scene. There’s categories like Restaurant of the Year, Next Level Neighborhood Spot, and Best Emotional Support Sandwich. The Tasties come from the group behind the Delicious City Philly podcast. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Eli Kulp, co-host of the Delicious City Philly podcast and host of The Chef Radio Podcast, about The Tasties and his extraordinary personal journey.  To get tickets to The Tasties: https://www.deliciouscitypodcast.com/the-tasties  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices