Philly Mag Today

On this episode of Dear Kimberly, one listener says my wife and I are struggling to keep up with the tastes of our college friends after years of traveling together. How do we let them know we can't afford it any longer?

Philly ghost stories are getting transformed into gourmet treats at one of America's oldest candy shops.

You can pre-order your own Haunted Philadelphia Assortment here.

Hannibal Collins lived with sickle cell anemia for 37 years. It was only after his death that his mother discovered how little the world knows about the disease.

Upper Roxborough is the last rural corner of Philadelphia, a place where forests and fields reign. Squeezed by development, how much longer can it last?

Kensington's Manna Bakery serves up a pillowy flatbread with freshly milled golden spelt, herbaceous za'atar, fresh pomegranate, and a whole lot of Jordanian soul.

In this episode, two Philly geriatricians told us how adult children can help aging parents with office visits, medications, and memory concerns — without taking over.

Thousands of West Philly residents fear displacement from affordable homes owned by one landlord. Mayor Parker's $2 billion housing plan might help to prevent that fate.

Your weekly long listen is here:

(Start) When Religion Becomes Deadly

(16:30) The Big Future of Market East

(21:10) The Time to Join the Flyers Bandwagon Is Now

(29:15) The Measles Outbreak is Teaching RFK Jr. a Lesson

(36:50) Adult Spelling Bees Are Officially a Thing

(42:30) Homeowners Have More Equity Now. What Should You Do With It?

(47:35) Philly's School Closure Conversation

(52:55) Inside the Great Cheesesteak-Throwing Incident of 2026

Pat's Steaks owner Frank Olivieri reveals how the thrower was found—and who will get the $5,000 reward.

Two schools in West Philly are taking proactive steps in the face of rolling school closures.