Podcasts about Septa

It's the Friday News Roundup! We're talking about how the city is starting to clean-up from the “Parker Piles” of trash that accumulated during the eight-day District Council 33 strike. Our attention now turns to the fate of SEPTA, which is in Harrisburg's hands. We also take a sobering look at the recent mass shootings in the city. And as always, we dish on what we're up to this coming weekend. Executive producer Matt Katz is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Why the Strike Ended & When Your Trash Is Getting Picked Up How much trash piled up in Philly during the DC 33 strike? Penn workers authorize strike, demanding higher salaries After months of declining gun violence, shootings surge in Philly South Philly lounge ordered to shutter after 8 hurt in mass shooting I met Azir Harris after he was paralyzed in a shooting in 2018. Gunfire early Monday claimed his life. What you need to know about the city work stoppage Waymo to test, but not offer, self-driving cars in Philly this summer  It's Officially Live Aid Week in Philadelphia Check out more cooking classes in Philly here. To throw out your trash before garbage pick-up begins Monday, find your six Sanitation Convenience Centers here.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 - PA Representative of House District 199 Barb Gleim joins the program. Why is the Save Women's Sports Act having so much trouble passing in the house? Why has this bill been passed from one committee to another? How many times can they keep passing the bill from committee to committee? Why is there a lack of media coverage on this issue? Do Democrats secretly want the bill behind the scenes? Why won't the government bail out SEPTA? 115 - Joe Biden's doctor pleads the fifth. Why? When has this happened in movies? 120 - Mamdani had an old social media post resurface, disparaging a Columbus statue and instead asking his followers which people would make for a better statue. Your calls. 135 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins as the dust settles from the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill. What does Jeff think about the bill now that things have calmed down? How damaging is it that Biden's doctor is pleading the fifth when answering questions about the former president's health? How will the cuts to Medicaid help every day Americans? Should Dom be a political strategist? What is his subcommittee working on? 150 - Your calls to round this hour out.

12 - What is going on in the PA governor's race now that Dan Meuser is dropping out? 1205 - Becky Pringle is still going crazy from the podium? 1210 - New York is going to give people's condos away if you go on vacation? 1215 - Side - all time public reveal 1220 - Trump isn't going to allow elections to happen in the future? Your calls. 1230 - Journalist and Author Salena Zito joins us today to discuss her new book “Butler The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland”. What was it like being on the ground that day? How did Trump apologize for missing his scheduled interview with her that day? How many times did he call the next day to talk and apologize? Why did Trump say “Fight, Fight, Fight” after he was shot? What does Salena think about the New Jersey governor's race? 1250 - Your calls quickly. 1 - PA Representative of House District 199 Barb Gleim joins the program. Why is the Save Women's Sports Act having so much trouble passing in the house? Why has this bill been passed from one committee to another? How many times can they keep passing the bill from committee to committee? Why is there a lack of media coverage on this issue? Do Democrats secretly want the bill behind the scenes? Why won't the government bail out SEPTA? 115 - Joe Biden's doctor pleads the fifth. Why? When has this happened in movies? 120 - Mamdani had an old social media post resurface, disparaging a Columbus statue and instead asking his followers which people would make for a better statue. Your calls. 135 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins as the dust settles from the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill. What does Jeff think about the bill now that things have calmed down? How damaging is it that Biden's doctor is pleading the fifth when answering questions about the former president's health? How will the cuts to Medicaid help every day Americans? Should Dom be a political strategist? What is his subcommittee working on? 150 - Your calls to round this hour out. 2 - A man was impaled by a runaway beach umbrella. Are umbrellas a faux pas on the beach? 205 - The NEA can't spell! We haven't talked about Epstein yet today… X's CEO has resigned after its AI went crazy. 215 - Dom's Money Melody! Can anyone get it? 220 - An iconic local staple is being sold. Your calls on the beach umbrella and more! 235 - Superman actor Sean Gunn sparks controversy with his thoughts on Superman and immigration. 240 - Your calls. Is Trump for amnesty for farm hands? 250 - The Lightning Round!

In this episode of Platform Chats, Walt Bleser sits down with Kate O'Connor—Chief Engineer at the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) and member of AREMA's Board of Governors—for a conversation that covers everything from 100-year-old bridges to modern-day megaprojects, and a little career wisdom in between. Kate shares her journey from walking cables in New York to overseeing nearly everything at SEPTA, including track, power, stations, buildings, and cleaning crews. She discusses managing a $5 billion backlog, navigating tight budgets, and completing major bridge replacements without disrupting the system. They also dig into mentorship, cross-department collaboration, and why showing up for your team and your industry still matters. A sharp, candid look at leading in public infrastructure, with a few laughs along the way.

More than 9,000 city workers from the District Council 33 union went on strike Tuesday — and that means there's no residential trash pick-up until the union comes to terms on a contract with Mayor Cherelle Parker. Striking city workers keep the city running in a variety of ways, so in addition to sanitation the work stoppage means longer wait times for 9-1-1, earlier closing times for rec centers, and so much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks the latest on the strikers' demands with executive producer Matt Katz and producer Abby Fritz. Plus, news on Congressman Dwight Evans' retirement and the ongoing budget crisis that could slash SEPTA service. Plus some good news: The WNBA is coming to Philly in 2030, and we've curated a list of potential team names.    Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter:⁠ Hey Philly⁠ Call or text us: ⁠215-259-8170⁠ We're also on Instagram:⁠ @citycastphilly⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ⁠Eastern State Penitentiary⁠ ⁠Rothman Orthopaedic Institute⁠ ⁠Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group⁠  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 - How does Zohran attract young men voters like Trump did? Why won't Zohran condemn the phrase “Globalize the Intifada”? 105 - A music group is denied entry into the U.S. over their political beliefs. 110 - Your calls. What is this education controversy in Chicago? 115 - More on Bob Vylan being denied entry to the US over their performance at Glastonbury. 120 - What does this Chicago teacher's union head story remind Dom of? Your calls. 135 - Senate District 6 Representative Frank Farry joins the program. What is the sales tax squabble Frank is fighting for on behalf of his local municipalities? How many Democrats in the senate are on his side? What would the changes look like if implemented? Frank calls out the state representatives on the other side of the aisle to step up and decide whether they are for their suburbs or for Philadelphia? Where does Frank stand on SEPTA's incompetence? 150 - Why do we have to pay for beach tags?

12 - The left-wing media is even concerned about NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's rhetoric and government officials' aversion to answering questions about him. Dom dives in. 1210 - Trumps is going to “Alligator Alcatraz”? 1215 - Side - all time butterfly/domino effect 1220 - The Church is at odds with the Trump administration over immigration. Where is the disconnect between the White House, The Church, and Catholic parishioners? How does abortion come into play? 1230 - RNC Chairman Michael Whatley joins us. What is the progress on the Big Beautiful Bill getting to President Trump's desk? How do slashes to Medicaid happen with support from both sides of the aisle? What does the RNC think of Zohran Mamdami? Is the RNC worried about his rhetoric and idea implementation? Is New Jersey ready for a political change? How excited is the RNC about the “RapidResponse47” account on social media? 1245 - These poor truck drivers are being forced to learn… English? Your calls. 1250 - Is Zohran not going to walk back some of his more wilder comments? 1 - How does Zohran attract young men voters like Trump did? Why won't Zohran condemn the phrase “Globalize the Intifada”? 105 - A music group is denied entry into the U.S. over their political beliefs. 110 - Your calls. What is this education controversy in Chicago? 115 - More on Bob Vylan being denied entry to the US over their performance at Glastonbury. 120 - What does this Chicago teacher's union head story remind Dom of? Your calls. 135 - Senate District 6 Representative Frank Farry joins the program. What is the sales tax squabble Frank is fighting for on behalf of his local municipalities? How many Democrats in the senate are on his side? What would the changes look like if implemented? Frank calls out the state representatives on the other side of the aisle to step up and decide whether they are for their suburbs or for Philadelphia? Where does Frank stand on SEPTA's incompetence? 150 - Why do we have to pay for beach tags? 2 - Scott Presler returns to the show for his weekly installment. Why is Scott in Manhattan today? Where do we stand with updated voter registration numbers in PA? Why are the numbers out of Philadelphia so interesting? Who does Scott want to shout out today? Did we see the Presler-Lara Trump segment yet? Why is Thom Tillis on his way out in North Carolina? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Why is Gen Z driving bartenders crazy with their bar tab habits? Dom, Kirk, and Henry discuss. 235 - Jonny Z of Mulligan's hops on the program to discuss Mulligan's bar tab rules. What does he think of the opening and closing of bar tabs? How's business? How did Jonny feel about the sauce vs. gravy debate? 250 - The Lightning Round!

SEPTA  is in trouble. The transit agency faces a $213 million budget deficit, and without an infusion of funds from the state in the next two weeks, service will be cut by 45% and fares will increase more than 20%. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz break down what's at stake for our region if SEPTA has massive cuts, what lawmakers are saying, and what you can do right now to make your voices heard about this.  For more information on SEPTA's fiscal history and what you can do to voice your concerns, check out our article in the Hey Philly newsletter here. How will SEPTA cuts affect you? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coroner's offices around the state are seeing an uptick in unclaimed remains. SEPTA is shutting down one of its lines starting Sunday. An earthquake hit the state this week. And this is some “Final Destination” nonsense.

The City Cast Philly team spent a day at the Art Star Craft Bazaar at the Cherry Street Pier on Mother's Day weekend talking to Philadelphians about Philly.  We asked what you love about Philly – and what you don't. In today's show we're sharing some of the smart, funny, and real feelings you all have about this city. Philly, you are raw and beautiful and eloquent and thought-provoking and good! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Jersey's primary election is on Tuesday, and the Democratic side of the governor race is packed. KYW's South Jersey Reporter Mike Dougherty looks at the candidates on both sides. Philadelphia City Council and Mayor Cherelle Parker agreed on a $6.8 billion budget. City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb tells us what was approved. Plus, we have updates on a SEPTA line closing, Penn Medicine ending gender-affirming surgeries for people under 19, a bill targeting AI deepfakes, and local students gaining national praise. 00:00 Intro 02:00 The NJ governor race is anybody's game 07:01 What's in Philadelphia's new budget? 13:26 SEPTA's new GM, and Chestnut Hill East Line closes for the summer 19:04 The fight over gender-affirming care for youth 24:59 PA bill addresses AI deepfakes, despite Trump bill to prohibit state AI laws 31:08 Philadelphia students honored in C-SPAN's StudentCam competition Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the Friday news roundup! We're talking about SEPTA buses on fire in the Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood, more details on the transit agency's funding troubles, and Center City residents who filed a bike lane lawsuit. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dig into all this (and our weekend plans).  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Josh Shapiro and top Democrats say SEPTA and mass transit funding is a priority, but won't say whether they'll hold up the budget over it Judge says contractor's bribing of Amtrak manager with $320,000 in luxury watches, vacations represents a ‘tear in the fabric of society' Residents suing Philadelphia to stop bike lane upgrades in Center City neighborhood Coyote sightings at Wissahickon Valley Park prompt reminder that it's ‘a wild place' Thoughts on bike lanes, coyotes, or SEPTA Funding? Holler at us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the Friday news roundup! This week host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are discussing the gun laws, or lack thereof, that may have been a factor in the Memorial Day shooting in Fairmount Park. They also cover a new workers' rights bill signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker and the possible SEPTA funding cuts that could make your commute longer. Plus, a Pride event at the Philadelphia Zoo was suddenly cancelled – why? Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Two dead, nine wounded in ‘heinous' Memorial Day shooting in Philly's Fairmount Park A rise of gun switches in crimes prompts a push for stricter laws against them Gun safety bills fail in Pa. House by razor thin margin Philly mayor signs ‘POWER' bill in effort to provide new worker protections SEPTA cuts equal longer commutes Talking (and scrolling) on the phone while driving will be illegal in Pa. starting next week The Philadelphia Zoo Has a Drag Queen Problem Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Centre County Highway Revolt Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1977, SEPTA workers walked out into a bitter 44 day struggle, leading to a rank and file fight against both the bosses and their own union leadership. Originally aired: August 24, 2022. Support the showwww.laborjawn.com

The fallout from SEPTA's budget deficit will impact the entire state. On this episode of Guest Commentary, the CEO of Brandywine Realty Trust wants every Pennsylvanian to see that SETPTA doesn't just survive, it thrives.

District Attorney Larry Krasner has his fair share of vocal detractors, but his performance at the polls speaks for itself. After a convincing win over challenger Pat Dugan in the Democratic primary, Krasner is all but assured a third term. KYW Newsradio's Pat Loeb explains his appeal to voters and keys to victory. Plus, get analysis of the Mark Dial verdict in the trial of Eddie Irizarry's killing, and hear what riders who depend on SEPTA had to say about the potential impact of its impending doomsday budget. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio's team of reporters cover these stories and more, including the survival of the Eagles' famed “tush push” and Memorial Day weekend activity tips in Pennsylvania.  00:00 Intro 02:01 How - and why - DA Larry Krasner won the Democratic primary 07:51 Analyzing the Mark Dial verdict in the trial for Eddie Irizarry's killing 14:06 What riders said at SEPTA public budget hearing meetings 19:36 Ahead of Memorial Day, veterans continue to wrestle with mental health struggles 23:57 The “Tush Push” LIVES! 30:02 Where to go in PA this Memorial Day and into the summer Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 - What's with this guy's hair? 1205 - Returning to the 4th of July parade in Whitemarsh being canceled over security concerns. Why cancel all of this tradition? Sign the petition to reinstate the parade! What is the breakdown of Democrats vs Republicans on their local town council. 1210 - Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson are reinstated into baseball, posthumously. How did Trump play a factor in this? Why is a local pundit so upset about it? 1215 - Side - all time spin-off/sequel 1220 - Why must the government continuously get in our way, even at the local level? 1235 - Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward joins the program today. What does she think about the Democrats opposing the “Save Women's Sports Act” in the state house? As a western PA resident and leader, what does she think about SEPTA asking for more funding from the state? Why is the legalization of marijuana bill in the Commonwealth “fake”? Why would a "state store” approach not work? What will happen with Medicaid in the state? 1250 - Why is Jack Cittarelli such a large underdog for NJ governor? Your calls. 1 - NJ Republican Gubernatorial candidate Jack Cittarelli joins us. How's the tan coming along? Is it gravy or sauce? What is the biggest sticking point for Jack and his campaign that he would like to address today? Is Mikie Sherrill offending veterans by lying about her rank in the service? Will there be sanctuary cities in Jersey under his reign? What else would Jack implement on Day 1? How big of an issue is it to get the “handcuffs” off of our police so we can combat non-violent crimes? 110 - Why cancel a parade with no credible threats? Is Trump changing the rhetoric of the Republican Party? Trump's second assassination attempt suspect is in court today. 120 - Is Salma Hayek on the cover of Sports Illustrated a plus for women? 135 - How are Democrats' ideals making local Bucks towns less safe? Why don't you talk to Sheriff Fred Harran about safety? 145 - Famed Hollywood actress Helen Hunt joins us today. Which of her awards is she most proud of, the Oscars or the Emmys? Which would she say is tougher? What's her favorite role? What's her take on Paul Reiser? Are these rumors from the set of ‘Twister' true? Are love scenes difficult? What is the most popular things fans want to talk about with helen when they meet her? Helen personally witnessed 9/11? 155 - Recapping the Helen Hunt interview. 2 - What should be done about taxes in New Jersey? An in-depth discussion on taxes from Dom. Will Jack Cittarelli change all of that? Will the big beautiful bill change things? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Revisiting the safety argument in Bucks and Montgomery counties. 235 - Sheriff Fred Harran joins us after a public official compares Fred's plan to that of Hitler's. Is his podcast out yet?Why is getting illegal immigrant criminals out of the county so controversial? Why is the local media exploiting longstanding relationships with the federal government as new when they have been in communication for years? Fred asks if someone can stop telling personal stories at public events! 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - What's with this guy's hair? 1205 - Returning to the 4th of July parade in Whitemarsh being canceled over security concerns. Why cancel all of this tradition? Sign the petition to reinstate the parade! What is the breakdown of Democrats vs Republicans on their local town council. 1210 - Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson are reinstated into baseball, posthumously. How did Trump play a factor in this? Why is a local pundit so upset about it? 1215 - Side - all time spin-off/sequel 1220 - Why must the government continuously get in our way, even at the local level? 1235 - Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward joins the program today. What does she think about the Democrats opposing the “Save Women's Sports Act” in the state house? As a western PA resident and leader, what does she think about SEPTA asking for more funding from the state? Why is the legalization of marijuana bill in the Commonwealth “fake”? Why would a "state store” approach not work? What will happen with Medicaid in the state? 1250 - Why is Jack Cittarelli such a large underdog for NJ governor? Your calls.

Zach Stone's life arc runs from teenage “knucklehead” to crisis negotiator, trauma-informed facilitator, and head-of-product for thirty health-ed dev teams. In this rich, funny, and occasionally hair-raising conversation we drill down into the how of navigating chaos — on a subway platform, in a corporate boardroom, and inside your own nervous system.Trigger warning: there's a conversation about suicide at about 15 minutes into the episode. Skip to minute 17 if you want to avoid this section.Here's a tasting menu of our conversation:Gang manuals & purple binders – How a Quaker-adjacent conflict resolution course turned a 15-year-old troublemaker into a group dynamics geek.From union hall to board hall – Lessons learned refereeing SEPTA labor fights and why the same “rubber-and-glue” listening works on Zoom stand-ups.OARS in rough water – Using Motivational Interviewing (Open questions, Affirmations, Reflections, Summaries) to defuse rage, whether from a bus driver or the voice in your own head.Simulated danger, real breakthroughs – How well-designed role-plays can heal trauma if you hold the container (and what happens when a participant suddenly starts to undress).Signs you're in a chaotic system – Chronic absenteeism, cortisol tummy, “my work doesn't matter” syndrome, and 70% burnout in tech.Habit > culture – A shout-out to Paul Gibbons, Prochaska & DiClemente, and the myth of top-down culture change.Martial arts as somatic therapy – TaeKwonDo to Muay Thai to boxing; what Zach saw when veterans laid down their canes and kids in shelters stopped fighting.Virtual heartbreak – Coaching a Kharkiv dev team while missiles shook their bomb shelter.Chaos surfing 101 – Why you don't control chaos, you ride it; plus simple team-level practices to build collective resilience.TakeawaysName the elephant first. Start every workshop by voicing the resistance in the room; it evaporates faster than you'd think.Watch for survival mode. Tight shoulders, skipped meals, rolling eyes? Slow down before you roll out another initiative.Move the meat-sack. Five minutes of mindful movement (shadow-boxing, Tai-Chi, hallway laps) resets the neuro-chemistry better than another latte.Change habits, not slogans. Draft tiny incentives that make the preferred behavior the easy behavior; culture follows.Links & ResourcesZach on LinkedIn – the easiest place to connect and geek out about behavioral science.Red Kite Project – trauma-informed organizational change (Charlotte DiBartolomeo).AFSC Help Increase the Peace curriculumBooksPeter Levine – Waking the TigerBessel van der Kolk – The Body Keeps the ScorePaul Gibbons –

(00:00-08:11) Ray Dunne joins the show to talk about his experience at the Broad Street Run yesterday. (08:11-18:36) The show talks about some breaking news in the world of college football- Sherrone Moore is expected to be suspended for 2 games from Michigan State. (18:36-32:45) Alec Bohm has no power for being a 6’5 giant, more Phillies talk

The rate went down slightly, but Philadelphia still saw its second-highest year for drug overdose deaths in 2023. State lawmakers want the owners of Crozer Health — Prospect Medical Holdings — to give back the millions they received to keep the now-closing hospitals open. SEPTA, meet SWEPTA. Also, the 250th anniversary of the country's founding won't be the only thing Philadelphia's celebrating soon.

A popular apple juice sold in Pennsylvania has been recalled. SEPTA is cracking down on fare evaders. The last bear season drew in a pretty big harvest. Lastly, these towns want new residents so bad, they'll pay you to move there.

1 - Do you remember how bad the cab situation was in Philadelphia? And now we want to tax ride sharing to pay for SEPTA? 110 - Are people still really concerned about tariffs and is that Trump's only blemish right now? Why is Amazon showing prices of their products before and after tariffs? Your calls. 120 - Why are most organizations/unions still leaning to the left? Wrong way Bernie! Would you honeymoon in Russia? 130 - SEPTA Transit Chief Chuck Lawson joins the program. Why is Septa's new emphasis on fare evasion? What infrastructure changes can Septa implement to combat stolen fares? What is Chief Lawson looking to implement with a swoon of new officers joining the academy? 150 - Is Bernie disobeying the will of Karl Marx? We talk about the proposed bill to raise taxes on ridesharing in order to pay for Septa.

12 - We kick off the show with the reaction to the Eagles' visit to the White House yesterday. We react to comments from former Eagle Malcolm Jenkins, as well as writers Les Bowen and Marcus Hayes. Is Saquon playing golf with Trump comparable to Reggie White's comments in 1998? Where do Eagles fans stand politically? 1210 - Will Judge Dugan switch over to the Republican side to defeat Larry Krasner? 1220 - A 60 million dollar plane fell off an aircraft carrier while the ship was trying to evade Houthi rockets. How big of an embarrassment is this and why are we not looking to eradicate the Houthis? Side - the/of names 1230 - Tommy Pigitt, Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the Department of State, joins the program today. Why is the President in Michigan to celebrate 100 days? Why is combating transnational crime the biggest emphasis of this White House? How important is it to fight back against radical groups who have overtaken colleges and universities? 1245 - United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner joins the program. As a former NFL player, what is his take on Saquon playing golf and Jalen skipping out on the visit? What would compel players to not go to the White House? How has it been getting HUD back on track through tearing down regulation and correcting behavior in-house? The price of a starter house today is ridiculous! What can be done? 1 - Do you remember how bad the cab situation was in Philadelphia? And now we want to tax ride sharing to pay for SEPTA? 110 - Are people still really concerned about tariffs and is that Trump's only blemish right now? Why is Amazon showing prices of their products before and after tariffs? Your calls. 120 - Why are most organizations/unions still leaning to the left? Wrong way Bernie! Would you honeymoon in Russia? 130 - SEPTA Transit Chief Chuck Lawson joins the program. Why is Septa's new emphasis on fare evasion? What infrastructure changes can Septa implement to combat stolen fares? What is Chief Lawson looking to implement with a swoon of new officers joining the academy? 150 - Is Bernie disobeying the will of Karl Marx? We talk about the proposed bill to raise taxes on ridesharing in order to pay for Septa. 2 - Legendary Philadelphia Sports Radio Host Angelo Cataldi joins us. Where can we get the book? How was the Joe Conklin Show a few weeks ago and what is it like working with Joe Conklin for 30 years? When did going to the White House to celebrate the Super Bowl become a political issue? Angelo also details how impactful this draft was after losing half the defense off of a championship team. Why is the team's messaging around Dallas Goedert so odd? What is Angelo's take on the Phillies season so far? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Is there more than meets the eye with the Real ID issues? 240 - Harvard is doing away with “Affinity Groups”. Your calls on Real ID. 250 - The Lightning Round!

It was a historic visit, just the second ever to Philadelphia by the pontiff, and in the days since Pope Francis' passing, memories of his time here in September 2015 are being cherished that much more fondly. A pair of KYW Newsradio alumni who covered the event look back and ahead as the Vatican prepares to choose Francis' successor. Plus, as Delaware County braces for the imminent closure of two hospitals, residents race to find new medical facilities and resources to serve them. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio's reporters recap these stories and more of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a massive wildfire in Ocean County, NJ; Mayor Parker's housing plan, and the Philly Black Pride celebration. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Memories of Pope Francis' 2015 visit to Philadelphia 09:52 Ocean County wildfire: cause and containment efforts 12:57 Crozer Health system closings leave Delco residents with few good alternatives 18:22 New details on Mayor Parker's affordable housing initiative 23:57 Transit notes: SEPTA sustainability, 30th Street Station renovations  30:03 Philly Black Pride 2025 Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

According to Mike, there are three elements of a good leader. To lead by example, to inspire the people, and to serve the people. If you can't fulfill those duties, you don't deserve to be leadership.We follow up our last conversation with some updates from the ongoing fight to save the Cecil B. Moore Library in North Philly, some commentary on our criminal legal system and the song and dance that is parole. Also, SEPTA's mismanagement problems will be making its way to riders throughout the tri-state who will inevitably be footing the bill. Tap in.------- FOR MORE 2BD, subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive access to additional footage and projects from the team. visit ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/2BD_exe⁠⁠⁠ for access.2bedetermined.co

1 - Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm debuted a new Declaration of Independence glove. Does Dom know the real significance behind him wearing it? 105 - Returning to yesterday's conversation on SEPTA. Let's stop pretending Philadelphia is safe! Dom rants about the lack of opposition to Larry Krasner and the lack of an endorsement from the FOP. 110 - Your calls. 120 - A debate on asian food. Your calls. Teasing our next guest. 135 - Bow School District parent and plaintiff in the ongoing lawsuit Kyle Fellers and Institute for Free Speech Senior Attorney Del Kolde join us today to discuss their silent protest that displayed female chromosomes on a wristband in support of girls sports remaining for girls. What happened when the authorities got involved with the altercation between the school officials and other concerned parents. Kyle describes the scenes at the soccer match, and Del chimes in with key details. 150 - Who will be the Democrat front runner in 2028?

2 - Senior Research Fellow in the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation Simon Hankinson joins us to discuss gangs and how they originated. Is Abrego as innocent as the media makes him out to be? Is the symbolism of the “Chicago Bulls” really a thing within these gangs? What is the fatigue level of immigration talks and where the public is on supporting Trump's immigration plan? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Which local county is the best at rejecting ICE agents and letting migrants go? More on SEPTA having a special prosecutor not prosecuting crimes. 225 - Your calls. 235 - Jessica M. Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies at Center for Immigration Studies, joins us today to discuss the phony claims that local leaders are making saying they are not “sanctuary counties” when their actions indicate otherwise. What are some of the actions that ICE would like to see local government do in order to communicate that they are holding illegal aliens? Why are local municipalities ignoring instructions from the federal government? 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - The fight over immigration wages on! Do people regret voting for Trump because of all these deportations? Dom discusses. 1215 - Side - something exotic 1220 - Will the Chinese buy up the PA Turnpike just like they did in New Jersey? Some audio from Trump. Why is it such a big deal? Your calls. 1230 - New Jersey Senator Mike Testa joins the program. Senator Testa begins with why this turnpike ownership is a matter of national security. Why else should we be not dealing with this company? What could an adversary do with your travel routes? What precautions is this company not taking that Mike would like to see? 1250 - We play audio of the mother of Rachel Morin, who was slain by an illegal alien, talking at the White House. Dom reacts 1 - Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm debuted a new Declaration of Independence glove. Does Dom know the real significance behind him wearing it? 105 - Returning to yesterday's conversation on SEPTA. Let's stop pretending Philadelphia is safe! Dom rants about the lack of opposition to Larry Krasner and the lack of an endorsement from the FOP. 110 - Your calls. 120 - A debate on asian food. Your calls. Teasing our next guest. 135 - Bow School District parent and plaintiff in the ongoing lawsuit Kyle Fellers and Institute for Free Speech Senior Attorney Del Kolde join us today to discuss their silent protest that displayed female chromosomes on a wristband in support of girls sports remaining for girls. What happened when the authorities got involved with the altercation between the school officials and other concerned parents. Kyle describes the scenes at the soccer match, and Del chimes in with key details. 150 - Who will be the Democrat front runner in 2028? 2 - Senior Research Fellow in the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation Simon Hankinson joins us to discuss gangs and how they originated. Is Abrego as innocent as the media makes him out to be? Is the symbolism of the “Chicago Bulls” really a thing within these gangs? What is the fatigue level of immigration talks and where the public is on supporting Trump's immigration plan? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Which local county is the best at rejecting ICE agents and letting migrants go? More on SEPTA having a special prosecutor not prosecuting crimes. 225 - Your calls. 235 - Jessica M. Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies at Center for Immigration Studies, joins us today to discuss the phony claims that local leaders are making saying they are not “sanctuary counties” when their actions indicate otherwise. What are some of the actions that ICE would like to see local government do in order to communicate that they are holding illegal aliens? Why are local municipalities ignoring instructions from the federal government? 250 - The Lightning Round!

2 - The SEPTA Board Chair Ken Lawrence joins the program. Dom's big question is “Why?” Why is there such a cataclysmic shutdown looming with SEPTA? How did Ken become the chair? What is being done about crime on the railways? How are the cameras being deployed, will people be manning all of them? Why is SEPTA involving a special prosecutor for quality of life and fare evading crimes? Who commits these crimes? Why is this prosecutor taking so long to get ready to perform their duties? What is Ken's response to the riders that have had trouble in getting on the trains and fares? Why no rides after 9pm? What about having a Dom Giordano Station? 215 - Your calls on the matter and continuing to poke fun at Henry. 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Leslie gives her reconciliation. 235 - We've got The Dom Giordano Program action figure set! How accurate are they? 240 - Joe Biden makes his first public comments since being forced out of the Presidential race. And picks up right where he left off with his gibberish. 250 - The Lightning Round!

12 - Do ultrasounds cause autism? Does Dan need a birth coach? Is the rise of maternal age causing autism? We play audio of what RFK Jr. is saying on the rise in autism. 1205 - Dom rips the questions being asked of RFK, as it is a leading question for extremists. 1215 - Side - something people do in public you just can't believe. 1220 - Continuing on with the autism talks. Your calls from the field. 1230 - Research Fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget Dr. EJ Antoni joins us today. Are we going to have more manufacturing workers or manufacturing robots if we bring business back stateside? Why is it so important to be developing our pharmaceuticals in house rather than by our adversaries? With the backing of Swiss companies, is it feasible to bring industries like steel manufacturing back? We need more EJ Antoni's advising Trump and going on shows! What are the work-arounds that China is using in order to avoid tariffs and fees? 1250 - Are any athletes on the planet one of the 100 most influential people on earth? This sparks some interesting discussion. 1 - “Turn this plane around!” No! Says Trump. 105 - Is Jesse Watters correct for linking Chicago bulls attire to gang activity? Heated discussion. 120 - Is RFK's hypotheses on autism causes valid? Your calls. 130 - An update on the Bulls gear controversy. Author of "Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America" Gordon Chang joins the program. What has changed on the tariffs regarding electronics and chips? Is Apple moving their production out of China a good sign for the tariffs? Why have we been turning a blind eye to the slave and forced labor in China? Is the revenue share that comes from China a big enough deterrent from condemning their awful practices? How clever was China's anti-American AI propaganda? What will China's next move be? 140 - Some news on the Governor's mansion arsonist. Where is the Inquirer's coverage on it? None to be found, but let's talk about Paul Revere's ride and Trump! 150 - Introducing your Chicago Bulls! Your calls. 155 - Should soda be allowed on EBT purchases? 2 - The SEPTA Board Chair Ken Lawrence joins the program. Dom's big question is “Why?” Why is there such a cataclysmic shutdown looming with SEPTA? How did Ken become the chair? What is being done about crime on the railways? How are the cameras being deployed, will people be manning all of them? Why is SEPTA involving a special prosecutor for quality of life and fare evading crimes? Who commits these crimes? Why is this prosecutor taking so long to get ready to perform their duties? What is Ken's response to the riders that have had trouble in getting on the trains and fares? Why no rides after 9pm? What about having a Dom Giordano Station? 215 - Your calls on the matter and continuing to poke fun at Henry. 220 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Leslie gives her reconciliation. 235 - We've got The Dom Giordano Program action figure set! How accurate are they? 240 - Joe Biden makes his first public comments since being forced out of the Presidential race. And picks up right where he left off with his gibberish. 250 - The Lightning Round!

SEPTA is planning for the worst: severe cuts and fare increases if it doesn't get the $168 million increase included in Governor Shapiro's budget proposal. City Council checked in on the police department's drone program, Kensington Wellness Court, and more in this week's budget hearings. And concerns about ICE caused one of the city's biggest celebrations of Mexican culture to be cancelled. Brian Seltzer and Sabrina Boyd-Surka step in for Matt Leon, catching up with KYW Newsradio's reporters on the biggest news around the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:01 SEPTA prepares for a 45% reduction in service without more state funding 07:20 The latest from City Hall: drones, food trucks, and more 13:36 El Carnaval de Puebla festival cancelled over ICE fears 17:50 Reggie Jackson's childhood home set to be demolished 22:44 Black Maternal Health Week raises awareness about disparities 29:54 Philly's plans for the 4th of July and America's 250th anniversary Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new budget proposal would spell severe service cuts for SEPTA. State police have rolled out new body cameras ahead of time. The Mütter Museum is changing its tune. Finally, this is going to be one sweet film.

Today Ethan and Nic are joined by Sully of Sullyville who is now a regular host! The guys talk about Gaps in SEPTA funding, Translinks plans to build and own their own housing and commercial hubs and the worst urbanist article of the week. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanism Instagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzSully: https://www.youtube.com/@SullyvilleEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks: Translink TOD: https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/translink-coquitlam-central-station-park-and-ride-transit-oriented-development-update SEPTA: https://www.rideprt.org/siteassets/inside-the-pa/media-center/press-releases/2025/03202025release.pdf We need sprawl: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/10/magazine/suburban-sprawl-texas.html

04-07-25 The Bizarre File #1798 A CEO vacationing on a cruise ship was accused of choking a man and threatening to kill him over barefoot dancing. A man crashed into a grandmother, killing her during child custody exchange. A man turned violent after being denied a free refill at a kids' lemonade stand. A video shows a SEPTA bus driver pushing a vehicle sideways down Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia. All that and more in the Bizarre File!

The state has expanded its spotted lanternfly quarantine. SEPTA has branched out its contactless payment system. The weather this weekend delayed construction on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Finally, these 100-year-old tortoises just became first-time parents.

It's the Friday News Roundup! The team is talking about a historic drop in crime, with the lowest murder rate in almost 60 years. And the Sheriff's office is back in the news – this time for its connection to a four-car crash that was kept under the radar for months. Host Trenae Nuri also shares some good news with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colon – there's a new Kelce, some new (unusual) SEPTA merch, and four new James Beard finalists from Philly.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Philadelphia leaders address violent weekend that left 13 shot An SUV assigned to the Philly Sheriff's Office ran a red light and caused a four-car accident. Then, the case disappeared. Blacks make up 66% of Philly's homeless, topping national average. Experts sound alarm for more resources and housing Jason and Kylie Kelce welcome their fourth daughter, go right back to podcasting the next day Philadelphia has four James Beard Award nominees for 2025 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Live Supply Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Special Briefing is focused on the future of mass transportation under the new Administration and Congress. Our expert panel discusses the upsurge in construction funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law as well as solutions to hundreds of billions of dollars in budgetary shortfalls facing transit networks from coast to coast. Speakers include Leslie Richards, Professor of Practice at the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design and former General Manager & CEO of Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), the fifth-largest U.S. transit system; Kurt Forsgren, Managing Director and Sector Lead for Transportation, S&P Global; Randy Iwasaki, President and CEO of Iwasaki Consulting Services, Inc. and former Leader of State and Local Transportation for Amazon Web Services; Polly Trottenberg, who recently served as Deputy Secretary of Transportation under Pete Buttigieg; and David Greising, President and CEO, Better Government Association. Notable Quotes: "All new administrations when they come in, of course, set new policy priorities, but I think this is the first time an administration has tried to cancel or rescope projects in mass that have already been awarded funding through a competitive application process." - Polly Trottenberg "Septa's experienced a huge capital budget crunch as well. And obviously that comes into play with what Polly just described, with the discretionary funds and the uncertainty of what's getting paid out and will get paid out. And what's coming out through formula this year? Septa is facing over a 200 million dollars shortfall." - Leslie Richards "They're preparing for the Olympics. And Mayor Bass has said that the Olympic trips will be not by car. And so they're making a tremendous investment in transit and the airports in LA. I think we have about 85 billion dollars worth of projects ongoing in Region 9, which includes 4 States, and the the only large project that's outside of California is the heart project in Hawaii. So there's investments in California and transit." - Randy Iwasaki "The Democrats, at least on the Illinois Congressional delegation, wrote a letter to the office of management Budget a couple of weeks ago, just simply referencing the the suspension of spending on various programs already approved or anticipated. And they added it up and came up with about 1.9 billion dollars worth of programs." - David Greising "So this sort of strength in taxes and tax support by system operators and by their policymakers and legislators, you know, has been a real strength for credit quality across the sector. In fact, we raised the ratings on about 7 transit operators just in November of last year to reflect the strength and growth that we've seen in this tax support sector." - Kurt Forsgren Be sure to subscribe to Special Briefing to stay up to date on the world of public finance. Learn more about the Volcker Alliance at: volckeralliance.org Learn more about Penn IUR at: penniur.upenn.edu Connect with us @VolckerAlliance and @PennIUR on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn Special Briefing is published by the Volcker Alliance, as part of its Public Finance initiatives, and Penn IUR. The views expressed on this podcast are those of the panelists and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Volcker Alliance or Penn IUR.

This episode we discuss the challenges in following the newly published Septa Transit Map. Our featured main topic is all about the past and present happenings to the ever iconic shopping center that is the Mall! Our featured musical guest is Brittany Ann Tranbaugh and we're treated with a special live in-studio performance of a track from her soon-to-be -released new album!

A “strong burning smell” — along with other issues — was reported on a SEPTA train before it caught on fire, but it was allowed to continue operating anyway. Hundreds of people were the victims of a bank fraud scheme that stole more than $30 million. You could get a text telling you why you're stuck in traffic on the turnpike soon. Lastly, Philadelphia's really spoiling America on its 250th birthday.

12 - New Jersey might be winning the woke race against PA as the NJSIAA says you can be a transgender athlete so long as you declare your gender before the tryout. Isn't this defiance against Trump's executive order? 1210 - Kilmeade hits the nail on the head regarding the slashing of government jobs. 1215 - Side - all-time lists 1220 - Brendan Boyle and a Virginia delegate are making some odd comparisons to highlight what DOGE is doing. How did these schools waste so much of their COVID relief money? 1235 - We welcome Moms4Liberty Co-Founder Tiffany Justice back to the program. We're talking lists! How did these schools spend such an exorbitant amount of the COVID-19 money? How can people share the information on leaders trampling on our rights without coming across as partisan? How does it feel that Mom4Librty has a proverbial target on their backs? 1250 - Your calls to wrap up the hour. 1 - The music of ‘Les Miserable' is under fire as it was played at a white House dinner with trump in attendance. Is it a song he likes aand wanted to hear, or was it the army chorus peacefully rebelling against his regime? 115 - This is the guy who's talking about wage tax? Your calls. 135 - We take a call before our guest on Philadelphia PD waste. Then, we welcome Dan Abrams of “On Patrol”, a show that follows the police and has Abrams and other law enforcement agents break down what is happening in real time. Why bring this show to air? Dom takes Dan through a story of his ride along and how it relates to the tough standards that the police are held to. What is on the horizon for the show? Moving to Krasner talk, what is Dan's sense of where these liberal DA's across the country stand after pushback? What else is Dan doing? 155 - Your calls. 2 - Bodegas are selling looseys now! But they're not cigarettes, they're eggs! 205 - Should the NJ state government force towns to have marijuana dispensaries? 210 - SEPTA is testing bulletproof cases for bus drivers starting today. Is there a worse run organization in the world than SEPTA? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Canadians aren't going down the shore this summer due to protest? 235 - The 5 major TV networks will still hold control of White House events like The Correspondents Dinner, but these lesser outlets will still get their shot. Your calls. 240 - Trump makes a Biden comparison 250 - The Lightning Round!

2 - Bodegas are selling looseys now! But they're not cigarettes, they're eggs! 205 - Should the NJ state government force towns to have marijuana dispensaries? 210 - SEPTA is testing bulletproof cases for bus drivers starting today. Is there a worse run organization in the world than SEPTA? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Canadians aren't going down the shore this summer due to protest? 235 - The 5 major TV networks will still hold control of White House events like The Correspondents Dinner, but these lesser outlets will still get their shot. Your calls. 240 - Trump makes a Biden comparison. 250 - The Lightning Round!

SEPTA's getting ready to debut its new look. Also, here's another reminder to make a rather important update to your license (or at least take note of it for traveling purposes). More tiny homes might be coming to Harrisburg. Lastly, this “hole-in-the-wall' is purportedly the best in state.

Since the Eagles ended the Kansas City Chiefs' streak and became the 2025 Super Bowl Champions, the city has been celebrating all week - from pole climbing on Sunday night to the parade on Friday. We recap the big game and hear from fans. Plus, for Black History Month: some history and a spotlight on people making an impact today in Philadelphia's communities of color. Tan France from “Queer Eye” talks about their “Fab Five Live” tour. And the Philadelphia Flower Show offers special perks for volunteers. 00:00 Intro 02:00 The Eagles' Super Bowl win 10:31 Fans celebrate in Super style 15:37 The legacy of SEPTA's Black trolley operators 20:02 KYW honors GameChangers in Philadelphia's communities of color 25:33 The Fab Five get personal in “Queer Eye” live event 30:03 The Philadelphia Flower Show needs volunteers Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pennsylvania is one of the states that's been impacted by a massive tuna recall. Also, if you're taking SEPTA tomorrow, officials are asking for you to please have patience. The state PUC is looking for York residents' input on some upcoming projects. Also, RIP, Duolingo owl — you're gone, but not forgotten.

Steven and Schubes are back in Doylestown* in front of a fun crowd to cover a good chunk of the second book in the Heroes of Olympus series! Topics include: Wawa, Chekov's jelly beans, ring sliding, Pikachu, Percy Jackson and the Gaggle of Mercenaries, pirates, the quiet car, Babe Ruth, airport dads, directions, the BART, McFlurries, SEPTA, Dark Percy, Kingdom Hearts, Admiral Crunch, NPCs, Blake Shelton, The Voice, Amish Country, trap door installations, High School Musical 3, Joel Embiid, mascots, Backyard Baseball, and more.*Philadelphia T(N)OUR: www.thenewestolympian.com/liveThanks to our sponsor, Pretty Litter! Get 20% off + a free cat toy at www.prettylitter.com/olympian  — Find The Newest Olympian Online —• Website: www.thenewestolympian.com• Patreon: www.thenewestolympian.com/patreon• Instagram: www.instagram.com/newestolympian• Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newestolympian.bsky.social• Facebook: www.facebook.com/newestolympian• Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/thenewestolympian• Twitter: www.twitter.com/newestolympian• Merch: www.thenewestolympian.com/merch — Production —• Creator, Host, Producer, Social Media, Web Design: Mike Schubert• Editor: Sherry Guo• Music: Bettina Campomanes and Brandon Grugle• Art: Jessica E. Boyd — About The Show —Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts!

Pennsylvania's unemployment rate is below the national average. SEPTA's spending millions on a new payment system. There's an update on the cold snap. Lastly, a WWII finally gets a long overdue honor.

By the time November came around, Pennsylvanians - especially those in the Philadelphia area - could probably recite certain political ads by heart. That's how much money was being poured into advertising in the crucial swing state leading up to the 2024 election. In the finale of The Week in Philly's two-part “year-in-review” series, we examine the factors that transformed PA from blue to red. Plus, we revisit other defining stories from a tumultuous year - from on-campus protests in the wake of the Israel - Hamas War to multiple crises that nearly sent SEPTA off the rails. Hosted by KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon. 00:00 Intro 02:01 A dramatic year in PA politics 07:18 And highlights from an important year in Jersey politics, too 13:53 SEPTA nearly goes off the rails 19:14 Protests put Penn at heart of controversy 24:14 Grappling with antisemitism and Islamophobia  29:55 A partial eclipse of the city Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices