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... but expand speed cameras. One of these saves lives. Pennsylvanians should know the difference.

No pooping. No drooling. No barking. Meet the next generation of man's best friend. Brought to you by Philly's brightest tech minds.  

On this episode of I Tried It, Brooke Goldstein is willing to try just about anything in the name of fitness, but voluntarily getting electrically shocked while doing squats and lunges? That's one she had to think twice about.

From a liquor-loaded Ferris wheel to classic pistachio-and-sweet-cherry-topped foie gras tartlets, Mr. Edison delivers Gilded Age extravagance.

Philadelphians flush 310 tons of what could be money-making compost every year. What's preventing us from cashing in?

On this episode of Dear Kimberly, one listener asks: After 18 years, my wife and I are officially "empty nesters." What's our role supposed to be now? Do you have a question for Kimberly? Fill out the form here and we'll do our best to feature it in an upcoming episode. 

This environmental researcher explains why we must consider illicit street drugs and climate change as an interlocking challenge facing Philadelphians in need

Your weekly long listen is here: (START) Remembering the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum (8:25) Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex (24:35) Will a Pierre Robert Mural Actually Happen? (33:10) How Do I Prevent Dementia? (39:25) A Life Lesson from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

Despite plenty of enthusiasm, finding the right spot for a mural of the late local hero has proved difficult. You can help.

On this episode of Ask Dr. Mike, Victor Fiorillo asks if GLP-1s are the answer. Or should we be taking Prevagen? And what's with these super-agers? The beloved Penn doc answers these questions and more. Do you have a question for Dr. Mike? Reach out to us at  victor@phillymag.com . 

30 news outlets. 250 stories a day. Three hundred and sixty-five days a year. How much Eagles news can — or should — one city consume?

The Academy of Natural Sciences made me who I am. What will happen to future generations of children?

DA Larry Krasner has indicted himself in the court of public opinion by coming up short on public virtue. Larry Platt suggests a few books and an episode of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood to help.

Your weekly long listen is here: (START) How We Came Together During 9/11 (10:15) How to Navigate "Lifestyle Inflation." (16:00) This Local Kids Show Focuses on Teaching Civic Virtues (22:15) Vintage Julz, the South Philly Guru of Glasses (31:00) Gardening Can Make Our Streets Safer (38:25) Pennsylvania Lost 70-90% of Its Apple Harvest

Former U.S. rep and Under Secretary of the Army, Patrick Murphy, believes the courage and solidarity all Americans demonstrated in those dark times twenty-five years ago are needed today more than ever.

For more than a decade, researchers in Philly have found that greener neighborhoods are less violent neighborhoods.

A new WHYY-TV show is teaching young viewers how to be a better part of their neighborhoods. It's the latest in a long lineup of thoughtful Philly public television aimed at educating our kids.

After a historic frost decimated apple orchards this spring, a re we in for apple austerity in the fall?  Philly Cider Week is October 25th through November 1st this year.

You've landed the better job with a bigger paycheck. Here, a few pointers on how to balance spending, saving and investing without letting "lifestyle inflation" take over.

World renowned eyewear vendor Julian Emami talks the business of celebrity fashion with brand marketer, chef and photographer Reuben "Big Rube" Harley.

Your weekly long listen is here: (START) Cecily Tynan Gets the David Muir Treatment (5:55) The Philly Restaurants We Miss the Most (13:15) Philly's Shameful Neglecting of the Arts (20:45) The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Change Your Situation (34:10) Cook Your Way Off Medication (40:20) Avoiding Tragedy and Hardship Through Universal Postpartum Services (46:35) How Do I Find Romance IRL?

Gone but not forgotten: Jason Sheehan revisits the ghosts of Philly restaurants past.

On this episode of Dear Kimberly, one listener says everyone they know is in a relationship, but they've been on dating apps for years without luck. Kimberly McGlonn has a few words of advice and encouragement. 

She gave her last 6ABC broadcast on Monday night.

Penn professor and bestselling author, Angela Duckworth, just released Situated . Victor Fiorillo called her up to ask a few questions.