Best Philly Labor Podcasts (2024)

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Speeding motorcyclist kills University of Delaware student just as classes begin 1:11

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A tragedy at the University of Delaware, where officials say a first-year student was killed when someone riding a motorcycle failed to pull over for police, sped off, and hit her in the crosswalk. KYW’s Nina Baratti has the latest. 📸: NBC10 PhiladelphiaBy Audacy

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Two Philadelphia artists come together to break new ground at the Colored Girls Museum 1:06

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The Colored Girls Museum in Germantown is introducing a new exhibit, and KYW's Shara Dae Howard says the museum's founder intends for it to be groundbreaking. 📸: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Data on drug overdose deaths expected to show decline in Philadelphia for first time since COVID-19 pandemic 1:14

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Philadelphia is expecting to see the first decrease in drug overdose deaths since the COVID-19 pandemic when it releases data later this year. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports the city shared its efforts to reduce overdoses at the White House on Wednesday for Overdose Awareness Week (Aug. 25 - 31). 📸: Spencer Platt/Getty Images…

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Get ready to kickstart your career and unlock some new opportunities 1:02

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CareerLink Awareness Day is about a week away! On Sept. 5, Pennsylvanians at any stage in their career can learn about career opportunities and more in Media and Chester. KYW's Justin Udo has the details. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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Would-be Trump assassin considered targeting Biden; Pelosi response to Capitol riot becomes political fodder 3:25

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Correspondent Scott MacFarlane speaks with KYW Newsradio's Michelle Durham about the latest developments on Capitol Hill: The FBI's investigation into the attempted assassination of former President Trump in Butler, PA reveals no motive or evidence of a co-conspirator. Trump faces a new Jan. 6 indictment with charges adjusted to reflect the U.S. Su…

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Rowan University welcomes largest incoming class 0:55

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Rowan University has been expanding and adding new areas of study under the direction of university President Dr. Ali Houshmand. This year’s incoming class is 5,000 strong. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty was at move in day. (Photo credit: Mike Dougherty/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Man shot at, set on fire inside West Philly apartment 0:29

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wo people have been arrested after police say a man was shot at and set on fire inside an apartment building in West Philadelphia. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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No more free rides for Drexel faculty and staff, as university pulls plug on popular post-pandemic perk 1:04

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Drexel University faculty and staff are losing a two-year-old travel benefit that has allowed them to ride SEPTA for free. As we hear from KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon, Drexel blames rising costs. 📸: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Financial Motivator: Don't let your education stop you from achieving your financial dreams. 32:28

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ash Cash Exantus Didn’t have your coffee yet this morning? No problem, because Ash Cash Exantus, a.k.a. “The Financial Motivator”, is here to wake you up! From start to finish, this interview is not only an empowering tale of how you sh…

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steveharveyfm.com 4:50

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Philly Naked Bike Ride 1:50

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Tommy dropped the ball. DAMN!!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Premiere Networks

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Junior's Sports Talk 3:24

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Would You Rather 3:28

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Tommy Time 5:00

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Fool #1 on a Zoom call. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Premiere Networks

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Kamala VS Trump 3:21

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Let's be clear. He don't want the smoke! Plus, there is no comparison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Premiere Networks

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Entertainment News 6:49

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Ask The CLO 8:23

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Mid-Week Start 3:50

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Camden school board president refuses to resign amid sexual assault settlement 1:35

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Parents in Camden are calling for the president of the city school board to resign in the wake of a sexual assault claim decades earlier. KYW Newsradio’s Nina Baratti was at a community meeting Tuesday night where tempers flared. (Photo credit: Camden City School District)By Audacy

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Skee-Ball tournament, Tomato Festival and all the ‘Shore Things’ happening this Labor Day weekend 🌊 🏖️ 0:44

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While the temperature certainly feels like the middle of summer, this weekend marks the official end of the season down the shore, and a bunch of beach towns are making the most of it. KYW Newsradio's Mike Dougherty shares this Labor Day weekend's "Shore Things."By Audacy

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US appeals court revives a lawsuit against TikTok over 10-year-old Delco girl's 'blackout challenge' death 1:39

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A U.S. appeals court has revived a lawsuit filed by the mother of a 10-year-old girl from Chester who died attempting a viral "blackout challenge" that the family says she watched on TikTok. The challenge dared people to choke themselves until they lost consciousness. Federal law generally protects online publishers from liability for content poste…

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Heat index values expected to hit triple digits 1:25

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It’s going to be a hot one today as temperatures soar into the 90s and an excessive heat warning goes into effect later this morning. As a result, 63 Philly schools that don't have air conditioning are dismissing early again today. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy

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Medical Report: Can certain types of cancer be prevented? 0:50

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One of the great misconceptions about cancer is that little can be done to prevent it. Many forms of cancer can actually be prevented by the choices we make. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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1 critically injured, 3 others wounded in Kensington shooting 1:57

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Four people were wounded in a shooting Tuesday night while they were hanging out along G Street, just north of Allegheny Avenue, in Kensington, according to police. Officials said a car pulled up around 9 p.m. and two guys got out and started firing. A 20-year-old man is in extremely critical condition at the hospital after he was shot six times th…

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These travel destinations in the US don't require a car to get around 0:48

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There are some great destinations to visit around the U.S. where you don't need a car. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has some suggestions. (Photo by: Michael Siluk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)By Audacy

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Car rolls into Schuylkill River after couple accidentally shifted it into drive, police say 1:36

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Well, how do you explain this to your insurance company? A couple was inside a parked car along Kelly Drive when they accidentally shifted it in drive — sending the vehicle right into the Schuylkill River, according to police. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy

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Interstate undercover 'Operation Rat Pack' yields 8 arrests in Delco drug trafficking ring 1:01

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Eight men were arrested last week when police busted a Delaware County drug trafficking ring, and the district attorney says they’re still looking for one more. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo reports.By Audacy

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As Acme parent company defends $24.6 billion merger in court, Temple researcher challenges anti-trust concerns 1:14

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You could start to see some changes at your local Acme unless the government successfully blocks the biggest supermarket merger in U-S history. KYW's Conner Barkon has more. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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Federal program expands funding to help more families that are growing in Pennsylvania 1:07

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More help at home is on the way for growing families in need across the commonwealth. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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18 years after skipping bail in Montco, sex offender returns from England, where he served time for raping another child 1:05

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A 41-year-old who sexually assaulted a child in 2004 but fled the country before his sentencing, is back in Montgomery County. As we hear from KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert, the man was extradited after a 12-year prison sentence in England for committing similar crimes. 📸: Montgomery County District Attorney's Office…

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Reports predicting impact of new 76ers arena draw challenges from Chinatown as City Council prepares to develop legislation 1:20

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Impact reports on the proposed downtown 76ers arena, released yesterday, have cleared the way for the legislation needed to initiate the project. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports it’s just the start of a very long process. 📸: Nigel Thompson/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Mother of Nicolas Elizalde, killed in 2022 shooting outside Roxborough High, takes School District of Philadelphia to federal court 1:02

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The mother of the student killed outside Roxborough High School nearly two years ago is suing the school district for failing to protect her son from gun violence. We get the story from KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo. 📸: Courtesy of Marge LaRueBy Audacy

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List makers, take note: The best tools to defend your health could be a pencil and paper 4:54

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KYW's Michelle Durham and KYW Medical Editor Dr. Brian McDonough answer a listener question about how to prepare for a doctor appointment. McDonough's advice: To make the most of your time with the doctor, prepare by writing down your questions to avoid forgetting them. Doctors appreciate the engagement, it helps ensure you cover important topics, …

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Rutgers suspends Students for Justice in Palestine chapter 1:12

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Rutgers University officials have suspended the Students For Justice in Palestine chapter for the 2024-25 school year. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more. 📸: Students for Justice in Palestine, Rutgers University-New BrunswickBy Audacy

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Bristol Borough man sentenced to 15-30 years in prison for killing infant son 1:12

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A 31-year-old Bristol Borough man is sentenced to at least 15 years in state prison for killing his infant son. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports. 📸: Bucks County District Attorney's OfficeBy Audacy

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Astronauts Stuck In Space 1:49

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Labor Day BBQ 4:59

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Little League World Series 3:27

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Ask The RTLO 8:25

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Tuesday Start 3:49

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Philly Airport throws 'birthday party' for 5th anniversary of therapy dog program 1:01

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Philadelphia International Airport threw a party for the four-legged therapists that help calm travelers. Members of the Wagging Tails Brigade of therapy dogs have been dutifully cuddling with and licking passengers for the last five years. Several of them were presented with birthday presents and a customized cake. Passersby were invited to eat cu…

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Applications open for ready-to-drink cocktail permits in Pa. 1:01

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A shake-up in Pennsylvania’s cocktail market is creating quite a stir. Grocery stores, gas stations and other retailers will soon be able to sell ready-to-drink cocktails. Pre-mixed drinks in cans and bottles have only been stocked at Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores up until now. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is accepting applications, st…

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Federal appeals court allows Florida to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for minors 1:16

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A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Florida to enforce a ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The law prohibits transgender minors from being prescribed puberty blockers and hormonal treatments, even with their parents’ permission. It also requires that transgender adults only receive treatment from a doctor and not from a registere…

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The importance of accepting cultural norms while traveling 0:48

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Wherever you travel, it's not about exporting U.S. culture, it's about immersing yourself in a foreign culture and understanding acceptable cultural norms. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg explains. (Photo by Lauren DeCicca/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Medical Report: Why do some teens struggle with alcohol consumption more than others? 0:54

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Why do some teens struggle with alcohol and alcohol dependency while others don’t? A new report says don’t overlook family dynamics and personality traits. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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Dozens of Philly schools to dismiss early due to high temps 1:22

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The school year just started, but a number of Philly schools are having early dismissal today because of the heat. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy

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Man arrested, charged for assaulting 5 people on Market Street 1:59

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Police say around 7:15 a.m., a man, identified as 36-year-old Donnell Bruce, pushed three elderly people to the ground “in an unprovoked attack” near 22nd and Market streets. (Photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)By Audacy

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