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Donald Trump
Education Reform
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Department Of Justice
Kamala Harris
Backpack Donations
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Florida's Don't Say Gay Law
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Voice Of America
Tim Walz
LGBTQ+ Representation
And Tango Makes Three
Potholes
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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, conversations and solutions. Lots of solutions. All to help you become a better citizen of your city.

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Donald Trump nonchalantly dropped this line about American casualties in a widening Middle East conflict. "The way he was talking about it," says Ali Velshi, "you'd think he was talking about the weather." More worrisome, military commanders are fram... more

How the hell did that happen? Larry Platt asks this week. And why is the mayor not taking more credit for it? On this episode, the anatomy of a stunning turnaround for the city.

On this episode of How To Really Run A City, our hosts, former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and Citizen Co-founder Larry Platt, invite onto the show a guest well-known to our mayors.

Jannet Walker-Ford is a na... more

On a special interview edition, Luke Mickelson comes onto the show to talk about his crusade against child bedlessness. Mickelson is the founder of Sleep In Heavenly Peace (SHP), whose local chapters have made and delivered more than 350,000 beds to ... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Mickelson
Founder of Sleep In Heavenly Peace
Sleep In Heavenly Peace
Episode: What is child "bedlessness?"
Jim Heredy
City Council Member
Philadelphia City Council
Episode: Is Philly ready for a driverless future?
Nikhil Saval
State Senator, Transportation Committee member
Pennsylvania State Government
Episode: Is Philly ready for a driverless future?
Napoleon Nelson
State Representative
Pennsylvania State Government
Episode: Is Philly ready for a driverless future?
Nekia Owens
President and CEO of the non-profit Campaign for Working Families
Campaign for Working Families
Episode: Yo Philly, claim your money!
Beth McConnell
Deputy Director of Policy and Programs with the city's Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity
City of Philadelphia
Episode: Yo Philly, claim your money!
Bradford Pearson
Executive Editor of Philadelphia Magazine
Philadelphia Magazine
Episode: Lessons in resistance from Minneapolis
Jake Ward
Tech expert and author of The Loop, how AI is creating a world without choices and how to fight back
Episode: The surveillance tools ICE is using
Jon Meacham
Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer and presidential historian
Episode: Violence between the State and its citizenry

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Host involved with various community discussions and educational programming, contributing to a robust dialogue focused on local issues.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Local Patriotism

    A peek through the window of how politics really works. Entertaining and important.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CitizenryRocks
    United States3 years ago
  • A believer.

    I admire the intelligence of the publication. It is a true honor to be a participant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kel boyd
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep dives into local issues and the clear passion for improving Philadelphia. They find the discussions both entertaining and crucial for understanding the political landscape. Listeners feel more empowered to engage in their communities after tuning in, recognizing the importance of solutions-based dialogues.

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Only Congress can declare war
Q: What can you do about this?
The guest describes efforts like proposing a formal war powers resolution and pressing Congress to terminate or restrict military hostilities unless explicitly authorized, highlighting the legislative push to curb unilateral action by the president.
Only Congress can declare war
Q: Are you fairly confident that your Democratic colleagues will do the right thing as well?
The guest expresses cautious optimism that fellow members of Congress will choose to assert authority and vote on a war powers resolution, emphasizing the need for accountability and a proper checks-and-balances process.
What is child "bedlessness?"
Q: How did you first get involved in delivering beds for kids?
A church youth group experience led to noticing families in need, which inspired Luke to measure, design, and build bunk beds and eventually scale into a nationwide charity.
What is child "bedlessness?"
Q: So why do you choose to name Sleep In Heavenly Peace?
The name resonated with the founder after considering the Christmas timing and the broader mission to bring peace and dignity to sleeping children, leading to the adoption of Sleep In Heavenly Peace as the organization name.
Who is housing policy really for?
Q: Do we know how those organizations will be chosen?
There's uncertainty about accountability and how the money will be tracked for effectiveness; the initial funds are allocated but not yet spent.

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Focused on the intricate dynamics of Philadelphia, this podcast engages listeners with discussions on political, social, and cultural issues affecting the city. Episodes often feature in-depth articles and interviews, providing insights into current events while emphasizing solutions that empower citizens. The content is aimed at enhancing community engagement and understanding among listeners, making it a valuable resource for those interested in local governance and civic responsibility. The blend of journalism and advocacy within the podcast is particularly noteworthy, suggesting a commitment to fostering informed citizens.

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