CitizenCast

CitizenCast

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CitizenCast episodes

  • The school where kids can actually ... read

    On this episode of Evening WURDs with Dr. James Peterson, Emily Rizzo is invited onto the Citizen segment of the show to discuss her Citizen article about South Philly's Sharswood K-8 that saw a dramatic rise in reading scores

    14 min
  • The Mr. Softee crossing guard

    On this episode of Big Rube's Philly, Reuben Harley catches up with friend Jamele Ransom, who became a viral sensation for saving kids and eating Mr. Softees.

    11 min
  • Doing chemo on Everest

    What does Pat Croce--Zen guru, Philly cheerleader, rabid pirate enthusiast and former Sixers owner--do when diagnosed with terminal cancer? Climb the world's most famous mountain in order to conquer his mind and spirit.

    26 min
  • Composting for good

    A Northern Liberties-based refillery and a city-wide door-to-door composting service are teaming up to bring Philly one step close to sustainability

    7 min
  • We need better at-home care

    On this episode of Guest Commentary, an advocate for people with disabilities sees Pennsylvanians losing their independence because of PA's gaunt reimbursement rates

    5 min
  • In the room with Integrity Icon 2026

    This year we heralded city workers in fields ranging from sanitation to violence prevention. Hundreds of attendees left the night's celebration feeling inspired and empowered to uplift our beloved Philadelphia. Hear it for yourself.

    You can read up on all these award-winning public servants here.

    15 min
  • Journalists bear witness

    Ali Velshi is taking over The 11th Hour on MS Now. After six years on Velshi, he gives a final word on the vitally important role of journalists bearing witness to the people.

    19 min
  • The Boss shows the way

    For a decade, political leaders and media elites haven't known how to respond to Trumpism. Last week in a South Philly patriotic tent show revival, Bruce Springsteen provided a script.

    14 min
  • Beyond the Liberty Bell

    Instead of taking the ordinary route, declare independence from the crowds and check out these six Revolutionary sites instead.

    For more information on these sites and events, visit this story on the web.

    6 min

About 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,…

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