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Song of Philadelphia

Julien Suaudeau
Philadelphia
David Lynch
Joe Frazier
Boxing
North Philadelphia
Twin Peaks
Criminal Justice
Youth Mentorship
Larry Robin
Chinatown
Hidden City
Street Life
Ginger Arts
Poetry
Mulholland Drive
Pennsylvania Academy Of the Fine Arts
American Film Institute
Fax Charter School
North Philly
Jim

How much remembering and forgetting happens in a city every day? Can you hear the past humming through the present on the streets? Julien Suaudeau came to Philadelphia from Paris in 2006 and started to hunt for sounds and stories. Now you can listen to his audio archive, Song of Philadelphia, an exclusive podcast from Hidden City.

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David Lynch often identified Philadelphia as his greatest influence, and Philadelphia has nothing but love for David Lynch. What are the Lynchian places and happenings in the city? In this episode, Eric Bresler talks about bringing the Lady in the Ra... more

Although Philadelphia is visible only in a couple of shots in the entire David Lynch's filmography, the city's aura is the primary color and the thread of the cinematic language we have come to recognize as "Lynchian". In this episode, Julien Suaudea... more

Philadelphia, 1966.

In his studio at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, David Lynch is experimenting with ideas, forms, materials, shapes. He is looking for something exciting. One night, he sees movement in the painting he is working on an... more

David Lynch passed on January 16th, 2025. In the Song of Lynchadelphia season opener, Julien Suaudeau travels sixty years back to January 1966 on 13th and Wood, where David Lynch has just moved in with Jack Fisk. As the song of the city echoes in Lyn... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Fisk
Film director and production designer, known for his collaborations with David Lynch.
Episode: Part 2: The Art Life
Bob Bruhin
Creator of the Eraserhead blog and author of Walking the Eraserhead.
Episode: Part 2: The Art Life
Bruce Samuelson
Artist and PAFA alum who shared memories of David Lynch.
Episode: Part 2: The Art Life
Kristin McKenna
Author of Room to Dream, co-written with Lynch.
Episode: Part 2: The Art Life
Carrie Rickey
A long-time movie critic who interviewed David Lynch in 2014 and reflects on Lynch's Philadelphia experience
Episode: Part 1: Smiling Bags of Death
Matthias Hueling
Historian and writer specializing in the historical context of David Lynch's experiences
Temple University
Episode: Part 1: Smiling Bags of Death
Dennis McNett
An artist and creator of a mural memorializing Lynch, sharing experiences of living in Philadelphia
Episode: Part 1: Smiling Bags of Death
Kevin Dublin
A local figure who carries Joe Frazier's legacy, working in rehabilitation and mentoring youth.
Episode: Kevin - Part 2: The Heartbeat of North Philly
Debbie Wei
Co-founder of the Fax Charter School and founding member of AAU, Asian Americans United
Fax Charter School
Episode: Kaia - Part 1: Bluer than Indigo

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Julien Suaudeau
Host and creator, known for sharing insights about Philadelphia's culture and history through an auditory narrative, emphasizing personal reflections and community voices.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Wonderful stories from the City of Brotherly Love

    An excellent podcast of interviews, music, and ambient sounds collected in Philadelphia by Julien Suaudeau, an emigre from France who speaks as both insider and outsider to the city. Julien’s voice is reminiscent of Wim Wenders in travelogue films like Tokyo-Ga. Ambient sounds of daily city life form the backdrop to stories told by both long-time residents and newcomers, as well as Julien’s reflections on the changing cityscape, Philadelphia’s history, and what it means to try to inhabit a place... more

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    Homay K
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great, surprising, fascinating

    Great, surprising, fascinating

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bocca1
    Francea year ago

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The podcast is commended for its blend of interviews and reflective narration, resonating with those interested in personal and collective histories.
Reviews highlight the thoughtful perspectives on community and history, making it a heartfelt exploration of urban life.
Listeners appreciate the immersive storytelling and unique soundscapes that capture the essence of Philadelphia.

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What is Song of Philadelphia about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the echoes of history and the nuance of everyday experiences, this podcast captures the essence of life in Philadelphia through a unique auditory lens. The host, a Parisian émigré, navigates the intersections of memory, identity, and cultural transformation, presenting an archive of sounds and stories that reflect the vibrancy of the city. Each episode features conversations and narratives that intertwine the past and present, showcasing a rich tapestry of voices that resonate with the struggles and triumphs of the community. The deep focus on Philadelphia's cultural and historical landscape provides listeners with a compelling portrait of a city in constant evolution, where the echoes of its past fuse with contemporary life.

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Song of Philadelphia launched a year ago and published 17 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Jack Fisk
2. Bob Bruhin
3. Bruce Samuelson
4. Kristin McKenna
5. Carrie Rickey
6. Matthias Hueling
7. Dennis McNett
8. Kevin Dublin

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