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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.

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Dear Kimberly | How do I know when I should move on? 25.03.2026

Kimberly McGlonn is back, this time answering a listener question about moving on. Sometimes it's a job, a city, a relationship, or a dream, but how does a person know when it's time to go? If you have a question for Kimberly, go here to ask and we'll do our best to feature it in an upcoming episode.

Hey, School District, what's the definition of insanity? 24.03.2026

On this episode of Guest Commentary, a former City Council and School Reform Commission member weighs in on what a $300 million budget deficit says about School District leadership

This bill would track every pregnancy 23.03.2026

Right out of the pages of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale , Republicans in Ohio proposed a bill that would "allow the government to track every pregnancy, beginning to end." Ali Velshi explains.

Put your mice in your freezer 20.03.2026

If you have unwanted rodent visitors, there are two docs from Drexel who are asking Philadelphians to put them in the freezer. For science. They even have a few pointers for catching the elusive pests.

For a cheaper, faster ride, take a cab 19.03.2026

On this episode of The Citizen Recommends, Roxanne Patel Shepelavy asks why pay Silicon Valley tech companies for your ride when locally-owned taxi cabs are faster, cost less and put money back into Philadelphia's economy?

How did Philly dog culture get this bad? 18.03.2026

Pups are everywhere these days, thanks to indulgent owners and business proprietors. Guess what else is everywhere -- sidewalks, street corners, soles of shoes?

Hooray! Our schools will be great ... in 2040 17.03.2026

In all the talk over closing and fixing up Philly schools, there is no mention of building new ones that might serve the community better. Can we look to New York City and Boston for solutions we should steal?

What is Trump doing with pregnant teen migrants in Texas? 16.03.2026

Picture more than a dozen pregnant teenage girls crammed into a single building, Ali Velshi explains. They're scared. They're alone. They don't know what's going to happen to them and they don't have access to adequate healthcare.

How we can break through media tribalism 13.03.2026

On this episode of How To Really Run A City, Michael Smerconish joins the show.  Smerconish is a Sirius XM and CNN host, a prolific political commentator, a nationally recognized author — and leader of the fight for a political center in the U.S., which means having a robust media. "I think the press is being hollowed out," said former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed. Local outlets are disappearing, the...

"Big Rube makes them pay for what they want!" 12.03.2026

On this episode of Big Rube's Philly, Lauren McCutcheon discusses with Reuben Harley the most iconic musicians he's ever photographed. Jay-Z, Usher, Snoop Dog, Meek Mill, Rube tells some of his favorite personal stories.

Dear Kimberly: How do I navigate different work identities? 11.03.2026

Kimberly McGlonn is back with gentle wisdom to help you navigate life's tough situations. One listener asks how to manage shifting work identities. Kimberly advises recognizing your fears — and using your excitement to motivate change. If you have a question for Kimberly, submit it here . We'll do our best to feature it in an upcoming episode.

The barkentine ship floating at Penn's Landing 10.03.2026

Ahead of the country's 250th anniversary, the historic tall ship Gazela celebrates getting to 125 — with a little help from her friends in Philadelphia

"Some people will die" 09.03.2026

Donald Trump nonchalantly dropped this line about American casualties in a widening Middle East conflict. "The way he was talking about it," says Ali Velshi, "you'd think he was talking about the weather." More worrisome, military commanders are framing the war within Christian ideology. "To the extent that you turn this into a religious war, you almost guarantee your own defeat."

Don't look now, but Philly is safe 06.03.2026

How the hell did that happen? Larry Platt asks this week. And why is the mayor not taking more credit for it? On this episode, the anatomy of a stunning turnaround for the city.

The cities doing transportation right 05.03.2026

On this episode of How To Really Run A City, our hosts, former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and Citizen Co-founder Larry Platt, invite onto the show a guest well-known to our mayors.   Jannet Walker-Ford is a nationally recognized transportation expert who worked on the recently released Special Event Transportation — Guidance and Opportunities Playbook (SetGo...

What is child "bedlessness?" 04.03.2026

On a special interview edition, Luke Mickelson comes onto the show to talk about his crusade against child bedlessness. Mickelson is the founder of Sleep In Heavenly Peace (SHP), whose local chapters have made and delivered more than 350,000 beds to kids that had formerly been sleeping on floors, couch cushions, etc. To find out more, visit shpbeds.org . Episode correction: SHP does not have a Phi...

What to do about jealousy 03.03.2026

On this episode of Dear Kimberly, one reader asks how jealousy can be tamed. Kimberly McGlonn suggests recognizing the feeling and then honestly interrogating it.

Only Congress can declare war 02.03.2026

After U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, Ali Velshi weighs in with  Pennsylvania Rep. Chrissy Houlahan

Is Philly ready for a driverless future? 27.02.2026

Google's Waymo taxibots are quickly learning Philly roads, while lawmakers — and the rest of us — grapple with what to do next

RFK Jr. is hiding these statistics 26.02.2026

Under RFK Jr.'s leadership, the CDC is withholding critical information about vaccine-preventable diseases from the American public. One of the most renowned immunologist in country explains why.

Who is housing policy really for? 25.02.2026

The Citizen's Malcolm Burnley joins Philly Unpacked host, Jordana Rubenstein to discuss the realities of Mayor Parker's H.O.M.E. Initiative.  "Housing policy isn't just about units and budgets -- it's about whether Philadelphians can stay safe, healthy and rooted in their communities." You can watch the extended episode at PhillyCAM's YouTube page.

No more FOMO in Philly 24.02.2026

In this episode of Business for Good, local social media app Playdate encourages IRL gatherings by telling Philadelphians what events are happening in town — and encouraging them to invite their friends

Will you get a tariff refund? 23.02.2026

The Supreme Court recently ruled against the Trump administration's liberal use of tariffs on imports. Ali Velshi breaks down the ruling as well as the impact on American consumers.

Yo Philly, claim your money! 20.02.2026

Last year, Philadelphians got $19 million back in government refunds. This year, take advantage of a free city program to get yours. Visit this story on the web, or call (215) 454-6483 for more information on Claim Your Money Philadelphia.

The celebrities that crossed Big Rube's path 19.02.2026

From Terrence Howard to Michael K. Williams to Zendaya, Big Rube has a unique ability to get personable with celebrities and create longstanding relationships

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