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People walk by a building that will house the new Giant supermarket. A blue sky and City Hall are visible in the background.
Business
Changing Communities
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

New Giant supermarket opens on North Broad, bringing local goods and groceries to a fast-developing stretch

The store is at the center of an area about to be flooded with new apartments.

3 years ago

In The Secret Life of Secrets, Michael Slepian reveals how secrets impact our minds, relationships and more, and gives strategies to make them easier to carry around with us. (photo/Rachel McDonald)
Radio Times
Behavioral Health
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The Secret Life of Secrets

In The Secret Life of Secrets, Michael Slepian reveals how secrets impact our minds, relationships and more, and gives strategies to make them easier to carry around with us.

Air Date: June 21, 2022 10:00 am

Listen 49:29
A glass of wine is shown next to a slice of pepperoni pizza.
Business
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Natural wine takes off in a ‘beer town’ thanks to Philly’s high-end pizzerias

Said one restaurant owner: “The brightness and juicy acidity pairs really well with a salty, oily, cheesy bite.”

3 years ago

A silhouette of a father throwing his child up in the air.
NPR
Home & Family
Kids
National

For many dads, the COVID pandemic brought new perspectives on fatherhood

Dads look back on how they've maintained the balance between their jobs and their families.

3 years ago

Young business woman running along a grass pathway surrounded by colourful abstract shapes on a blue background
NPR
Home & Family
Media
Outdoors
Technology

13 small ways to ditch your phone and live more in the moment

We asked our listeners to share some of their favorite tips and tricks on how to ditch the device and stay in the moment. Here are some of our favorite responses.

3 years ago

Jonathan Pruiett, a geospatial analyst with Cognizant, is part of a team that updates Google maps. They pushed back against a policy that would have required them to be in the office full-time and won a 90-day reprieve.
NPR
Business
Economy
Employment
National

The idea of working in the office, all day, every day? No thanks, say workers

Working from home isn't possible in many jobs, but in companies where it is, the return to office has become a point of tension between workers and their bosses.

3 years ago

CLose up of arepas from Venezuelan restaurant Puyero.
Food & Drink
International
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Which arepas are better, Colombian or Venezuelan? You can try both kinds in Philly

Four places to try the corn griddle cakes and decide which you like best.

3 years ago

(photo credit, Emma K. Rothenberg)
Radio Times
Mental Health

A guide to moving through grief

Rebecca Soffer, co-founder of the Modern Loss website and community, shares tools, exercises, thoughts and practical advice for grieving in "The Modern Loss Handbook."

Air Date: June 3, 2022 10:00 am

Listen 49:46
Travelers wait at 30th Street Station ahead of Memorial Day weekend, Friday, May 27, 2022, in Philadelphia, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Radio Times
International
National
Transportation
Travel

How to prepare for risky summer travel

Airline and rental cancellations, hotel prices spiking-- as the world still grapples with the Covid-19 pandemic. What to know about summer travel and preparing for the worst.

Air Date: June 1, 2022 10:00 am

Listen 49:00
People sit at wooden picnic tables under a canopy protecting them from the sun.
Food & Drink
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Sports
Billy Penn

With paddle boats and Philly’s largest outdoor restaurant, Penn’s Landing has become a destination for summer fun

Liberty Point is like Spruce Street Harbor Park’s more sophisticated best friend.

3 years ago

Gabagool is a new offering from Eight and Sand Beer Co.
Food & Drink
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

‘Gabagool’ beer is an homage to Italian-American culture from a South Jersey brewery

You can try it at the Italian Market Festival this weekend.

3 years ago

An up-close shot of an ice cream cone with green ice cream, and pink flowers in the background.
Food & Drink
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Where to get ice cream in Philly: Mapping soft serve, gelato, and scoop shops

Temperatures are rising. Here’s where to find your cup or cone of cool.

3 years ago

The Kensington Kitty soars through Philadelphia Brewing Company’s ‘Peacock Passage’ obstacle during the race at the Kensington Derby and Arts Festival on Saturday.
Community Events
Food & Drink
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Gloriously muddy Kensington Derby and Arts Festival draws hundreds to River Wards for return of the annual street fair

The obstacle race and food fest is about as Philly as it gets.

3 years ago

(photo credit Simon Deac)
Radio Times

‘Inspired: Understanding Creativity’

Want to be more creative? NYT journalist Matt Richtel, author of the new book, "Inspired," explains creativity is in our DNA --- and the best ways to nurture it.

Air Date: May 11, 2022 10:00 am

Listen 49:00
People are dancing together with their arms up, and colorful lights are visible in the background.
Dance
Music
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

La guía definitiva para la vida nocturna y el baile latino en Filadelfia

Ya sea que estés bailando mejor que tus tías o apenas empezando, aquí es donde puedes encontrar, salsa, bachata, merengue, samba, rumba, cumbia, perreo y más.

3 years ago

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