Philly Mag Today

WURD host James Peterson says the miracle of Black life — despite centuries of alienation from our American experiment — is the insistence on finding kinship with each other.

One generation may have its estrangements, but the next doesn't need to pay the price.

A long-overdue victory and a major national title just sent a clear message to the rest of the country about the caliber of Philadelphia restaurants.

You can find the full list of finalists and winners for the 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards here.

Lesbian bars are on the decline, but the fact that two have popped up in this South Street's micro-hood is not only bold, but feels like a phoenix rising from the ashes.

These dogs are dressed to impress. Here's where to find new breeds with bold toppings and swanky pedigrees.

With summer kicking into high gear and another wave of teens diving into their first jobs, now is the time to set them up for success.

Your weekly long listen is here:

(Start) No Reservations

(5:30) A School for New Moms

(10:35) Doing Chemo on Mount Everest

(35:45) Helping Seniors Stay at Home

(40:15) Bringing Composting to More Philadelphians

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

In the concluding episode by Larry Platt, Pat Croce helped change the direction of Philadelphia. Can he do the same for his own mind and spirit?

What does a Zen guru, Philly cheerleader, rabid pirate enthusiast, and former Sixers owner do when diagnosed with terminal cancer? Climb the world's most famous mountain, of course.