JP The Money Bear's ❤️ belongs to Philly
In this episode of Generation Change Philly, we highlight Raheem “King” Saladeen who has unlocked opportunities around the world with his artwork—incl...
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The Philadelphia Citizen podcast offers spoken versions of articles, deeper dives into the political, social and cultural workings of our city, explainers on the issues of our day, interviews, conversations and solutions. Lots of solutions. All to help you become a better citizen of your city.
Embrace the cold!
In this Ideas We Should Steal: Canada. Eight years ago, Edmonton, started a citywide effort to celebrate its intense cold, rather than hide from it. W...
At the dawn of a new year, is there any hope left? Yes
Democracy is crumbling, murder is on the rise, and Philly corruption reigns supreme. But there are still examples of hope all around us.
What you cared most about in 2021
This year was another marked by tragedy and hardship—but also hope and resilience. In other words: It was Philly.
IWSS Festival | There's no progressive way to fix a pothole
From the 2021 Ideas We Should Steal Festival, Larry Platt invites former Philly mayor Michael Nutter to take the stage with former Atlanta mayor Kasim...
Citizen gardeners, unite!
In this episode of Ideas We Should Steal, we look at fixing Philly's abysmal potholes. Maybe planting flowers in them will help.
Turning the tide on gun violence! …except for in Philadelphia
Some big city mayors are saying enough is enough and are—finally—doubling down on smart policing and prosecution. Here in Philly? Not so much.
5 ways we can help survivors of gun violence move past the trauma
As we end a year with almost 550 homicides, an expert on the future of work offers five ways Philadelphia can help survivors move forward and live hea...
The Rise of Ya Fav Trashman
How Terrill Haigler, a former Philly sanitation worker with a gift for organizing—and for social media—became one of Filthadelphia’s most beloved and ...
This business creates PPE--made to fit women
In this episode of Business for Good, a lab accident inspired one entrepreneur to create a line of women-friendly protective equipment. Covid-19 pushe...