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Latest innovation from La Colombe: Self-heating coffee cans
For now, they’re only available in Fishtown.
5 years ago
I’m a queer man of color. Here’s how intersectionality impacts me.
Roberto Valdes, a queer man of color, writes about coming to know the term intersectionality and how it taught him to fully love and express himself.
5 years ago
Sam Sifton on cooking for family and friends
New York Times food editor Sam Sifton talks about making meals for family and friends and the pleasures of Sunday dinners.
Air Date: February 21, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Contigo announces another recall of 5.7M kids’ water bottles
Out of caution, Contigo representatives encourage people who have purchased these bottles to order a free replacement.
5 years ago
President Trump has a habit of teasing his opponents and critics for being short, most recently Mike Bloomberg. But for short people, this is probably not a shock.
Air Date: February 19, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 48:58Solitude and the creative life
Author Fenton Johnson joins Marty to talk about his decision to live in relative solitude. Then, we discuss the nuances of modern marriage with sociologist Kristi Williams.
Air Date: February 14, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 48:5710 great Black-owned bars to check out in Philadelphia
Bar hop, but make it Black-owned.
5 years ago
Can’t touch this: Real slot machines controlled online
Slot machines long ago lost their nicknames as “one-armed bandits” when manufacturers did away with the lever gamblers had to pull in order to activate the machine, replacing.
5 years ago
U.S. seeks to tighten rules covering service animals on planes
The days of passengers bringing rabbits, turtles and birds on planes as emotional-support animals could be ending.
5 years ago
Dmitri’s is back serving Greek favorites in Northern Liberties
The popular BYOB’s original location closed for good last year.
5 years ago
‘Approachable, but elevated’: Chef Tyler Akin’s plan to modernize Hotel du Pont’s Green Room
The landmark space will see a new milestone next year, when it closes its doors at the end of January to make way for a brasserie set to open in April.
5 years ago
Procrastinator’s gift guide to the Made in Philly Holiday Market
There’s still time to get something special.
5 years ago
She’s a ‘hug mobster,’ armed with love
Therapist Edie Weinstein gives away as many free hugs as she can. She's part of an international movement that connects with people through a shared hugging experience.
Air Date: December 18, 2019
Listen 10:5510 Philly bars with tasty hot dogs to satisfy your drinking hunger
Booze-and-frankfurter options in Philadelphia run the gamut.
5 years ago
Holiday parties make you squirm? Here’s how to conquer social anxiety
"If I say the word 'circus,' it means I'm ready to leave the party." That's what Angie Ebba, 39, of Portland, Ore., tells close friends when she's at a holiday soiree.
5 years ago