The Philadelphia Citizen

CitizenCast

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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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The Philadelphia Citizen

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thephiladelphiacitizen.org

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

The all-American trench coat 19.12.2023

In this episode of Business for Good, we look at a Main Line company that stocks rugged, classic apparel made in the U.S.A. The garments are made to grow jobs — and made to last.

Ali Velshi | An alarming number of young people don't know basic facts about the Holocaust 18.12.2023

MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi dissect a 2020 study that found many Millennial and Gen Z Americans don't know even the most basic facts about the Holocaust. 

Citizen of the Year: Sarahi Franco-Morales 15.12.2023

South Philly's Sarahi Franco-Morales: feeder of families, volunteer translator, fair housing and employment advocate, reading tutor, age 18

Alleviating dementia through art 14.12.2023

For 10 years, ARTZ Philadelphia has enabled people with dementia and their loved ones to experience, and connect over, our city's rich arts

The truth about urban violence in Philly 13.12.2023

On this episode of IWSS 2023, Molly Baldwin of Roca addresses the crowd. She doesn't pull punches on the ugliness of urban violence, but says a simple pause can save lives.

A criminal justice success story--in Philly 12.12.2023

Since 2016, Philadelphia's volunteer-based Community Advisory Council has helped the City reduce its jail population and recidivism rates.

Ali Velshi | Dictator...for just a day 11.12.2023

Donald Trump recently doubled down on his assertion that he would be a dictator, but only on the first day of a second presidency. MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi dissects the statement.

1933 comes to Sansom Street 08.12.2023

Last Sunday's protest in front of Michael Solomonov's falafel shop Goldie revealed more than know-nothingism.

Tuxedos, Blackberries and the key to effective policing 07.12.2023

In the most recent episode of  How to  Really  Run a City , former Philadelphia Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey shares how he helped oversee a record low crime rate – and how more leaders can do the same.

IWSS Festival | Banks can help stop mass shootings 06.12.2023

In the second part of Banking For Good, we return to Kenneth L. Shropshire, Senior Advisor to the Dean for the Wharton Coalition for Equity and Opportunity, who finishes his discussion with Priscilla Sims Brown, president and CEO of Amalgamated Bank. Brown says banks can be a force for good in the community by flagging suspicious purchases like a card used to buy guns in multiple states.  

This may not actually be a new direction in law enforcement 05.12.2023

What do Parker's pick for Police Commissioner, the embattled Sheriff, and SEPTA and Temple Police struggles say about Philly law enforcement?

Banned Book Club | Electric therapy & executions 04.12.2023

On this episode of #velshibannedbookclub, MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi invites Emily Van Duyne, an associate professor and author of the upcoming book, "Loving Sylvia Plath." They discuss Plath's 1963 seminal novel "The Bell Jar," which, despite being an objectively humorous book, has been banned for depictions of depression and suicide.

Kill all the pilots 01.12.2023

On this episode of Memo to Madame Mayor, Larry Platt points out that Philadelphia government is in love with pilot programs. With a $6.2 billion budget, how about deploying the pilots that work best — citywide?

Working while menopausing 30.11.2023

One in four women leave the workforce because of symptoms related to menopause. Help may, finally, be on the way

IWSS Festival | Banking For Good Pt 1 29.11.2023

To kick off the 6th annual Ideas We Should Steal Festival, Kenneth L. Shropshire, Senior Advisor to the Dean for the Wharton Coalition for Equity and Opportunity sits down with Priscilla Sims Brown, president and CEO of Amalgamated Bank. "People don't usually think of banks being a force for good," Brown says. Shropshire asks her what Amalgamated Bank is and how it differs from the run-of-the-mill...

Partnering for better criminal justice 28.11.2023

Partners for Justice has saved more than a million hours of incarceration and millions of taxpayer dollars nationwide. Can they help Philly?

Banned Book Club | LGBTQ+ books literally save lives 27.11.2023

On this episode of #velshibannedbookclub, MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi starts off with a sobering statistic: Every 45 seconds, an LGBT young person attempts suicide. Books about LGBTQ issues can help mitigate these tragedies. Brian Bond of PFLAG joins Velshi to discuss the dangers of removing these books from our libraries.

How special is A Philly Special Christmas Special? 24.11.2023

The Citizen's music reviewer (OK, social media manager), reviews Kelce and co.'s latest holiday album, A Philly Special Christmas Special

Is Kevin Bethel what we need in a Police Commissioner? 23.11.2023

Kevin Bethel, Mayor-elect Parker's choice for Police Commissioner, transformed the school-to-prison pipeline. What will he do for Philly?

Big Rube's Thanksgiving 22.11.2023

Philly's own legendary photographer and chef recalls how his family gatherings went down and offers a few personal tips for making your turkey moist and tasty

Giving thanks...despite everything 21.11.2023

Even when it seems impossible, expressing gratitude and gratefulness is a powerful celebratory and healing act. Try it this Thanksgiving

Ali Velshi | Trump and the word "vermin" 20.11.2023

MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi shines a spotlight on Donald Trump's use of the word "vermin" at a recent rally. It's only a little surprising that Trump has difficulty remembering who is in office or what city he is in, but can pull up white nationalist vocabulary with pinpoint accuracy.

Ali Velshi | Protecting abortion rights is winning across the country 17.11.2023

MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi takes a look at the track record for wins and losses when it comes to abortion rights. How many statewide abortion races have Republicans won since the fall of Roe? Zero.

Passing the art of photography to the next generation 16.11.2023

On this episode of Business for Good, CJ Wolfe's Kensington studio has become a creative hub for anyone who wants to learn photography — thanks to a photographer who taught himself the trade  

Bucking the norms of musical theater 15.11.2023

In her signature style, Philly-based composer Bree Lowdermilk introduces gender-expansive casts to high schools and takes feedback from 4-year-olds

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