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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America

Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Food & Drink

Amá's swordfish taco with labneh
Community
Billy Penn

Every taco tells a story. How Philly’s top chefs are teaming up for Amá’s new Taco Novela series

Chefs from favorites including Mawn, El Chingon and Palizzi Social Club, are representing charitable organizations for a high-end Taco Tuesday series.

3 months ago

All-you-can-eat mussels from Ember & Ash
Community
Billy Penn

Will Valentine’s Day 2026 help Philly restaurants snap out of a winter slump?

If the power of love isn’t enough to bring up earnings this year, restaurateurs are ready to get creative.

3 months ago

Milk Jawn will have a cereal-themed flight of ice cream scoops Saturday
Community
Billy Penn

Cookie Crisp sundae, anyone? Philly’s bringing fun and flavor to Ice Cream for Breakfast Day this Saturday

Ice cream shops around town are getting inventive, testing new, limited-time, breakfast-themed flavors for the whimsical holiday.

3 months ago

Shelves display bottles of Kentucky bourbon for sale
Courts & Law

Delaware legislation would restrict proliferation of liquor stores, particularly in Wilmington

Some studies have suggested that liquor stores are associated with higher levels of poverty, violence and lower life expectancy.

3 months ago

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Dirty Franks has imposed a 25-and-older age limit
Community
Billy Penn

‘It’s the straw that broke my friggin’ back’: Dirty Franks goes 25-and-older after someone tried to get in with a fake Ben Franklin ID

After dealing with a surge of hyperrealistic and scannable fake IDs, the iconic dive bar’s owner felt forced to raise its age limit.

3 months ago

Four people posing with a miniature one statue at a podium
Community

Philadelphia celebrates birthplace of Girl Scout cookie sales at ‘Firstival’ event

Attendees voted the beloved Thin Mint their favorite Girl Scout cookie and heard the story of America’s first public Girl Scout cookie sale.

3 months ago

A wide array of nonalcoholic liquors are lined up behind the bar at Bar Palmina in Fishtown. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
The Pulse
Health

Dry January is over — but don’t pour yourself a drink just yet

Dry January has wrapped up, but before you head back to the bar or pour yourself a drink, take a moment to evaluate what was better about your life when you were not drinking.

3 months ago

The Philly Unrivaled logo on a blue background
Community
Billy Penn

Where to watch and celebrate Unrivaled’s Philly games if you haven’t gotten tickets

There are plenty of watch parties and other festivities to welcome women’s professional basketball back to the city.

4 months ago

A chilled beer mug on cafe table. (photosvit/bigstock)
The Pulse
Health

From Buzz to Burnout: How Alcohol Affects the Brain and Body

We explore our relationship with alcohol — why we consume it, how it affects us, and when it’s time to quit.

Air Date: January 30, 2026

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Girl Scout cookies
Community
Billy Penn

Girl Scouts of Eastern PA celebrate growth, evolution as next ‘Firstival’

The first public Girl Scout cookie sale was held in Philly in 1933. The organization is celebrating by looking back at the growth they’ve made since then.

4 months ago

@jacobdoesphilly reviewing Cleo Bagels in West Philly
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Studio 2 Extra: behind the scenes of food influencing

Jacob Fink, better known as @jacobdoesphilly, breaks down what exactly goes into food review content creation.

Air Date: January 23, 2026 1:33 am

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Jesse Ito
Community
Billy Penn

Philly contenders among the 2026 James Beard Awards semifinalists

Veterans and rising stars in the city’s restaurant scene will vie for a finalist nod to come on March 31.

4 months ago

Two people smile as they talk over dinner at a restaurant
Community

Center City District Restaurant Week returns to Philadelphia

More than 120 restaurants across Philadelphia’s downtown area will offer discounted, prix-fixe menus during the annual winter dining promotion.

4 months ago

Mawn's Ribeye and Prohok
Community
Billy Penn

A restaurant scalper tried to sell 11 tables at Mawn. The mayor just signed a bill making the practice illegal

As Philly’s dining scene heats up, the selling of hard-to-get reservations has become a thing. Here’s why it’s a problem — and what’s being done to address it.

4 months ago

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Power Bowl (Alexandra Grablewski.)
The Pulse
Health

From Soy to Carbs: How Food can Ease Menopause Symptoms

Registered Dietitian Jenn Salib Huber explains how to get the best nutrition during menopause.

Air Date: January 13, 2026

Listen 48:51
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