Best PHILLY BLOCK TALK Podcasts (2025)

It's been nearly two weeks without curbside trash removal for the city. Following the end of the strike on Wednesday, the city spent the rest of the week cleaning up the temporary trash drop-off sites.Photo Credit: Conner Barkon / KYW Newsradio

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Talking about money is hard, but lying hurts more, experts say 1:14

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Talking about money is a leading cause of financial anxiety, but experts say being honest with loved ones and professionals about your money is the best way to get help if you need it. Photo Credit: Getty Images

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1985: The Live Aid mega-concert makes Rock' n' Roll history in Philadelphia 2:03

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40 years later, the Philadelphia Live Aid concert still holds up as one of the greatest moments in rock-and-roll history. On July 13, 1985, Philadelphia became the stage for the legendary mega-concert thanks to a local promoter. Photo credit Ebet Roberts/Redferns

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High schoolers get a seat at the table in Delco government 1:12

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High school students in Delaware County have a chance to step into the shoes of elected officials, and the deadline is quickly approaching. Photo Credit: Getty Images

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2014: The summer Mo’ne Davis became a household name 1:24

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Does the name Mo’ne Davis ring a bell? The former little league pitcher who hails from Philadelphia had a meteoric sports career that will live forever in Philly sports lore. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo looks back on some of her biggest moments, on and off the field.(photo credit: Rob Carr/Getty Images)…

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Driver's body recovered from Delaware River 1 day after tractor truck crashed into bridge 1:09

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Crews in Delaware have recovered the body of a truck driver after the tractor he was driving crashed on the Delaware Memorial Bridge and fell into the Delaware River below.KYW's Sunny Morgan has the details...(photo credit: Delaware River and Bay Authority)

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Man shot several times inside his car after fight in North Philly convenience store 0:31

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Police say the shooting happened just before 11 p.m. Friday after a fight broke out between two men inside a convenience store on the 3300 block of North Front Street.The men then left the store, and the 44-year-old victim got in a car and drove east on Lehigh Avenue, then north on Front Street. The suspect, who police say was wearing a white shirt…

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Fueled by love and sports, this fan's energy is unmatched 2:36

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The 11th of 12 siblings who grew up rather close in age together in suburban Philadelphia didn’t just watch Philadelphia sports. Steve McClatchy says they lived and breathed it. KYW's Dave Uram has more on the Sports Fan of the Week.(photo credit: Steve McClatchy)

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People’s Light Theater has a new take on a cult classic musical 0:59

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People’s Light Theater in Malvern is ending its season with an extended engagement of “Little Shop of Horrors.” KYW’s Sabrina Boyd-Surka has more on their reimagining of a cult classic musical.(photo credit: Mark Garvin)

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Man arrested, charged for intentionally setting fire to beloved West Chester bar 0:42

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A Delaware County man is being charged with setting a fire to a popular West Chester watering hole earlier this week. KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon has more.(photo credit: NBC10)

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This nonprofit is bringing layers of love to families across the country 1:24

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A national nonprofit aims to feed 50,000 neighbors across the country this month, including some of our neighbors right here in Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio's Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams tells us more about Lasagna Love.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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2025: The deadly medical transport jet crash in Northeast Philly 1:58

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It was Friday, Jan. 31, around 6 o’clock at night.A medical jet took off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport. A minute later, it plummeted to the ground on Cottman Avenue close to the Boulevard, right by the Roosevelt Mall.KYW's Tim Jimenez has the story.(photo credit: The Associated Press)

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7 Elements security guard arrested, charged in connection with shooting that injured 8 0:58

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Philadelphia Police have arrested a man in connection with an after-hours lounge shooting that saw eight people shot in South Philly in the early morning hours of July 5.(photo credit: Conner Barkon/KYW)

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911 services restored across Pa. 1:10

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Pennsylvania’s 911 system suffered intermittent problems leading to some dropped calls Friday, prompting the state’s Emergency Management Agency to issue a statewide alert to resident’s cell phones. (image derived from PEMA's Facebook livestream)

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Here's who to contact during Pa.'s statewide 911 outage 1:34

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Pennsylvania reported a partial outage of its 911 system and persistent intermittent issues that led to a statewide alert pinging everyone’s phones Friday.KYW’s Nigel Thompson has more.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Report finds downtown alleyways could contribute a lot more to Philly’s ambience and prosperity 1:12

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Long before the Philadelphia city workers strike, the smell of garbage was a familiar companion to anyone who walks through the city’s alleyways. The Center City District has taken stock of alleys within its purview and released a report on them. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has more.(photo credit: Pat Loeb/KYW)…

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'Everything that a community could want': Borski Park opens in Bridesburg 1:06

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The new Borski Park is now open along the riverfront in Bridesburg. Dedication ceremonies were held Friday morning, as we hear from KYW's Mike DeNardo.(photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW)

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Woman wanted for pushing 81-year-old, stealing $100 from her purse in Center City 0:32

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Philadelphia police are searching for the woman who robbed an 81-year-old woman in Center City last month. (photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)

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New Golden Age Coalition: Working to combat hate in Philadelphia 1:24

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A joint partnership between the Jewish and Black communities in Philadelphia is focused on combating hate. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams tells us more about the New Golden Age Coalition.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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A multi-billion-dollar data center could be coming to New Castle County 1:20

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A real estate investment firm is proposing a multi-billion dollar facility in New Castle County, Delaware, as AI continues to spark investment in data centers. KYW’s Matt Coughlin explains …(photo credit: Dragos Condrea/Getty Images)

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Girl injured while playing with fireworks in Brewerytown 0:15

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A young girl was injured while playing with fireworks in the city’s Brewerytown neighborhood.It happened Thursday afternoon along Bailey Street near Cecil B. Moore Avenue.The 11-year-old had injuries to her torso and is expected to fully recover.Philadelphia police say they are investigating the incident.(photo credit: Getty Images)…

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16-year-old facing murder charges in shooting of Mayfair teen 0:45

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On July 3, Rasheid Lynch, 15, was found in a driveway near Revere and Robbins streets with gunshot wounds to his chest, shoulder and lower back. Police say his body was dumped there around 6 p.m. KYW's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has the update. (photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)…

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Severe storm damages Bucks County sanctuary, displaces several cats 1:18

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A Bucks County cat sanctuary is picking up the pieces after an intense storm this week caused severe damage, allowing several of the cats to escape.KYW's Conner Barkon reports repairs are being funded by donations from the community.(photo courtesy of the Bridge Clinic)

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Annual Barnes Foundation block party to kick off this weekend 1:05

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The Barnes Foundation is shutting down the streets along the Parkway outside the museum for its annual summer block party this weekend. KYWs Shara Dae Howard tells us the day is free and family friendly.(photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW)

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Bucks County man who beheaded father found guilty of first-degree murder, terrorism 2:31

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The Levittown man who fatally shot and beheaded his father in January of last year, then posted a video of it online, was found guilty of first-degree murder and terrorism charges. The conviction carries a mandatory life-in-prison sentence. KYW Newsradio's suburban bureau chief Jim Melwert reports live from the courthouse.…

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Blobfest, a chance to ‘celebrate the weird, the wonderful and the wonderfully weird’ 1:07

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The historic Colonial Theatre is hosting its annual Blobfest in downtown Pheonixville this weekend. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard reports the festival is a new take on a classic, with a few new additions.

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Tractor falls off Delaware Memorial Bridge into river 1:12

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First responders are searching the Delaware River for the driver of a tractor that went off the Delaware Memorial Bridge. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez is on the scene and reports live from Wilmington.

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Former Phillies manager Lee Elia dies at 87 0:23

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Former Phillies manager Lee Elia has died at 87.The Philly native and Olney High grad managed the Phils in 1987 and 1988 and was the third base coach for the 1980 World Series championship team.He was also the manager of the Chicago Cubs in 1982 and '83. (Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images)

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District Council 33 members will begin voting on new contract starting Monday 1:43

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The city may not be in the clear just yet. DC 33 will begin voting on a new contract on Monday. The union president is warning us that they could go back on strike if the membership votes it down.Meanwhile, the city is shutting down the 60 trash drop-off sites, but neighbors say people are still dumping garbage there.KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez rep…

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World Cafe Live front-of-house and food service workers vote to unionize 0:58

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Nearly 80% of voting employees at World Cafe Live elected to join the hospitality workers union UNITE HERE Local 274 earlier this week. At a town hall Thursday night, leadership for the music venue said they voluntarily recognize the union for its food service and front-of-house workers.

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How safe is swimming water at Jersey beaches? 1:19

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A new study finds more than 60% of beaches in America had potentially unsafe levels of contamination last year.But Jersey Shore beaches are far better, as we hear from KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Man in custody after gas station bat attack in Prospect Park 0:46

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A man is in custody after attacking another man with a bat at a gas station in Delaware County earlier this week.

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Neighbors ‘living in fear’ since deadly Grays Ferry mass shooting 1:30

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Neighbors said they are “living in fear” since Monday’s deadly mass shooting in Grays Ferry. At a tense town hall meeting Thursday evening, they called on the city to do more to end gun violence. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi was there.

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1972: Philadelphia's first Pride parade 1:35

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LGBTQ activism reaches far back into Philly’s rich history. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard sat down with Christopher Bartlett, executive director of the William Way Community Center, to learn more about Philly’s very first Pride celebration. (Photo by Jessica Kourkounis/Getty Images)

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Medical Report: Can enteric-coated peppermint oil help ease IBS symptoms? 0:53

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A new study suggests that enteric-coated peppermint oil may be effective in battling symptoms of irritable bowl syndrome. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.

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Penn Medicine's new mobile mammogram van hits the road at West Philly health fair 1:12

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Free breast cancer screenings and more will be available at Penn Medicine’s free community health fair in West Philly on Sunday. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more.(Photo: Penn Medicine)

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Camden sees lowest violent crime rates in nearly 50 years 0:59

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Violent crime continues to fall in Camden. Officials released the data on the first half of this year, and the numbers are at lows not seen in some 50 years. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more.(photo credit: ED JONES/AFP via Getty Images)

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DC 33 president calls strike a 'victory,' but wanted bigger impact 1:14

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The eight-day strike by Philadelphia city workers ended through of a combination of bad conditions, lost wages, court orders and the city’s refusal to increase the cost of a new contract. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb spoke to the union's president who has a different take.(Photo: Tim Jimenez/KYW Newsradio)…

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Bridge repairs to close I-76 westbound in Grays Ferry this weekend 1:15

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With an improved weather forecast, PennDOT is planning a weekend closure of the westbound Schuylkill Expressway in Grays Ferry for bridge re-decking. KYW's Mike DeNardo tells us, the closure would begin Friday night (July 11) at 9 p.m.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Long lines greet Pennsylvania residents trying to get Real IDs 1:18

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Pennsylvania residents in need of a Real ID are still waiting in lines for hours to enter licensing centers. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has more from Montgomery County.(Photo: Conner Barkon/KYW Newsradio)

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How one Pennsylvania pretzel maker is facing down President Trump's tariffs 1:07

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It’s not just large companies worrying about and dealing with tariffs, it’s the little guys too. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us about a local pretzel company facing the tariffs head on.(Photo Courtesy of Uncle Jerry's Pretzels)

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Third arrest made in connection with 2023 shooting death of teen in North Philly 0:43

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Philadelphia police have made a third arrest in the shooting death of teenage boy two years ago in North Philly.20-year-old Zaakir McClendon was taken into custody yesterday at a home along the 5700 block of Torresdale Avenue, near Cheltenham Avenue. He faces murder and guns charges in the killing of Nafis Betrand-Hill, a 16-year-old gunned down at…

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Man convicted of shooting 6 officers in 2019 Nicetown standoff will spend life in prison 1:34

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Maurice Hill, the man convicted of shooting six Philadelphia police officers during an hours-long standoff in 20-19 will spend the rest of his life in prison.KYWs Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson was at the hearing today, where a judge sentenced him to 120-to-240 years behind bars.(Photo: Mark Makela/Getty Images)…

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DNA evidence key to nabbing suspected killer in 2011 Camden cold case 0:53

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Authorities in Camden say they have DNA evidence that helped solve and make an arrest in a cold case murder from 2011. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has the story.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Chester gets a familiar face to lead the city through its financial situation 1:10

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There is a new person in charge of helping the city of Chester better its financial situation. He might be new to the role, but he’s no stranger to the work. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo has more.

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Man struck by lightning on North Jersey golf course 0:40

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A New Jersey man is recovering at a hospital after he was struck by lightning while playing golf with his father.It happened Tuesday afternoon on the 15th hole of the Ballyowen course in North Jersey.Golfers rushed to perform CPR on 28-year-old Simon Mariani, who was then airlifted to the hospital. The golf course says the warning horns were sounde…

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Judge to decide whether Bucks County man’s beheading of father was justified homicide or pre-meditated murder 1:26

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A Bucks County judge will determine if a Levittown man’s killing and beheading of his father was a justified homicide or pre-meditated first-degree murder. The judge will isuee his verdict Friday morning. KYW Newsradio's suburban bureau chief Jim Melwert reports on closing arguments in the trial.

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5 charged in fatal Coatesville stabbing; 1 suspect remains at large 1:07

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The Chester County District Attorney's Office has charged five people in connection with a fatal stabbing in Coatesville. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi reports.(Images provided by Chester County District Attorney’s Office)