Best Protect the Pack Productions Podcasts (2024)

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The Week in Philly: Can "Process" P Paul George bring 76ers a title? 4:22

12m ago4:22

4:22

By all accounts, KYW Newsradio reporter Tim Jimenez is a measured, mild-mannered human being. But when it comes to his hometown NBA basketball team, the Philadelphia 76ers, he's a fanatic. What does Tim think of the Sixers signing Paul George, the biggest free agent on the summer market? Listen to his reaction, analysis, and thoughts on whether the…

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The Week in Philly: Iconic Philadelphia Zoo turns 150! 6:24

13m ago6:24

6:24

From pioneering "firsts" to modern twists on classical experiences, the Philadelphia Zoo is one of the oldest and most distinctive attractions of its kind in America. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt stopped by the landmark to check out how it was celebrating its recent 150th birthday. Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday …

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The Week in Philly: Local field hockey star readies for Olympics 6:22

14m ago6:22

6:22

One of Ashley Sessa’s favorite athletes? Simone Biles. In a few weeks, when the Schwenksville native and Episcopal Academy grad suits up for the U.S. Olympic women’s field hockey team, she’ll be competing on the same international stage as her gold medal-winning gymnastics idol. How is Sessa, part of the next wave of American field hockey stars, pr…

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The Week in Philly: A Netflix experience coming to King of Prussia 5:18

15m ago5:18

5:18

Netflix recently announced a theme-park-style experience called the Netflix House coming to the King of Prussia Mall. What could that entail? “Squid Game” competitions? “Bridgerton” dancing? Host Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon explain what we know so far and discuss what Netflix shows they’d like to see come to life. Listen to The Week…

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The Week in Philly: Kensington cleanup brings progress, questions 6:50

16m ago6:50

6:50

Philadelphia mayor Charelle Parker made a promise to constituents - "change is on the way!" - in reference to what she described as the "unacceptable" conditions in Kensington. KYW Newsradio City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb recently visited the neighborhood, which has been plagued by crime, an open-air drug market, and housing insecurity, to find ou…

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The Week in Philly: how will Philly celebrate America’s 250th in 2026? 6:32

4m ago6:32

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We’re still two years away, but Philadelphia already has big plans in the works for its Fourth of July celebration in 2026, when the United States of America turns 250! KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo dishes on the details, from a potential joint session of Congress at City Hall to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game coming to Citizens Bank Park. Listen to The…

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Wildfire engulfs Wharton State Forest 0:41

24m ago0:41

0:41

Firefighters in South Jersey are battling a wildfire that broke out in Wharton State Forest on Friday. (Photo credit: NBC10)By Audacy

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Staffing levels far below what's budgeted for city's public safety departments, report says 1:10

23m ago1:10

1:10

Philadelphia still has not recovered from the resignations and retirements in its public safety departments during the pandemic. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports the city controller finds staffing at about 80% of what’s budgeted. (Photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Biden cancels speech at National Education Association conference after union staff goes on strike 1:06

11m ago1:06

1:06

President Biden has canceled plans to speak at the National Education Association conference in Philadelphia on Sunday because the staff has gone on strike. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. (Photo credit: Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Contributor)By Audacy

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Philly police believe they found car used in July Fourth mass shooting 1:35

12m ago1:35

1:35

Police believe they found the car that carried the shooter or shooters to Salford Street, near 60th and Kingsessing Avenue Thursday night, where nine people were shot — one fatally. KYWs Crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has the details. (Photo credit: Kristen Johanson/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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City officials address Fourth of July mass shooting in Southwest Philly 1:11

24m ago1:11

1:11

People who live near where Thursday night’s mass shooting was say they’re comforted by the support from so many city officials but the pain will remain until the violence is addressed. KYW’s Mike DeNardo reports. (Photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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It’s going to be a muggy and buggy summer. Here’s why 1:10

4m ago1:10

1:10

It’s going to be a pretty pesky summer. Heat and bugs are two mainstays of the season, but when it comes to the latter, experts predict more pests this year across our region. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us why. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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Recent storms destroy thousands of period products at menstrual health hub in Germantown 1:17

20m ago1:17

1:17

No More Secrets, a local women’s menstrual health nonprofit, is asking for the community’s help after storms destroyed hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of sanitary care products in its Germantown facility. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard reports.By Audacy

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130 Philadelphians attend this year’s Transplant Games of America with Gift of Life Donor Program 1:16

11m ago1:16

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The 2024 Transplant Games of America opened Friday in Birmingham, Alabama. KYW Newsradio's suburban bureau chief and living kidney donor Jim Melwert checks in with some members of Team Philly. (Photo provided by Gift of Life)By Audacy

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PPR 258: WYS-Buying a Home at Age 25 16:00

7m ago16:00

16:00

Listener Ralph asked whether it is financially smart for him to consider buying a home at the younge age of 25. What kind of mortgage should he use and how much down payment should he plan for? Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased…

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Ordering alcohol at altitude? ✈️ It could increase the risk of heart attack 0:48

9m ago0:48

0:48

Before you order alcohol on your next flight, consider this: The latest research from the Institute of Aerospace Medicine found that drinking alcohol on planes and then sleeping actually increases the risk of a heart attack. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more. (Photo credit: Getty Images)…

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Pa. Democrats plan to introduce legislation to counter Supreme Court’s ruling on criminalizing homelessness 1:40

16m ago1:40

1:40

Democratic senators in Pennsylvania are drafting a bill to prevent the criminalization of homelessness in the state after the Supreme Court recently ruled that cities can enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outside in public places. KYW Newsradio’s Matt Coughlin has more. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)…

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Arrests made during pro-Palestinian march at City Hall 0:28

5h ago0:28

0:28

Pro-Palestinian protesters burned American flags on the Fourth of July outside City Hall. Some of them were also seen on chopper video from our partners at NBC10 clashing with police, who made several arrests. The protest started in Rittenhouse Square. A few hundred people then marched through Center City, waving Palestinian flags and holding signs…

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Hundreds of people brave the July 4th heat to see Kesha, Ne-Yo rock the Welcome America stage 0:58

1h ago0:58

0:58

Another Independence Day in Philadelphia means another party on the Parkway. This year, the free event featured Ne-Yo, Kesha, and other performances ahead of the fireworks to celebrate the holiday. KYW Newsradio’s Nina Baratti was there. (Photo by Lisa Lake/Getty Images for Welcome America, Inc.)By Audacy

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Medical Report: Technology is making diabetes easier to manage 0:53

1h ago0:53

0:53

More than 30 million Americans have diabetes. It is critical for those with diabetes to accurately monitor and treat their blood sugar for both short-term results and the prevention of long-term health issues. KYW Newsradio medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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Fourth of July shooting: 1 dead, 8 wounded in Southwest Philadelphia 1:15

6h ago1:15

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Nine people were shot in Southwest Philadelphia late on the Fourth of July, leaving one person dead, police said. At least four victims are under the age of 18. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon reports live from police headquarters.By Audacy

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Pa. Senate passes bill that would encourage school districts to lock up students' phones during school hours 1:16

16h ago1:16

1:16

The Pennsylvania Senate is trying to keep kids off cellphones during classes by launching a pilot program that would lock phones in bags during school hours. KYW Newsradio’s Matt Coughlin has more. (Photo credit: Jennifer Pignolet/Akron Beacon Journal/USA Today Network)By Audacy

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3... 2... 1... Go! Conshohocken Soap Box Derby returns for July 4th tradition 1:16

25m ago1:16

1:16

Some kids with a need for speed kept a Conshohocken tradition alive on the Fourth of July. KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon has more from the annual Soap Box Derby.By Audacy

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22-year-old Philadelphia man found shot to death in Upper Darby 0:48

11m ago0:48

0:48

Delaware County investigators are combing through video trying to figure out what happened to a 22-year-old Philadelphia man who was found dead in Upper Darby. KYW Newsradio's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has the latest.By Audacy

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On her first July Fourth as mayor, Parker presents new One Philly Award to Dawn Staley 1:09

17m ago1:09

1:09

On her first Fourth of July as Philadelphia’s mayor, Cherelle Parker put her own stamp on the festivities. She presented the inaugural One Philly Award to basketball great Dawn Staley. KYW Newsradio's City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb was there.By Audacy

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America has a new hotdog-eating champion 🌭 0:31

10m ago0:31

0:31

There is a new Nathan's hot dog-eating champion: Patrick Bertoletti of Chicago. He ate 58 hot dogs. Miki Sudo of Florida was the women's champ. She ate 51. Bertoletti replaces Joey Chestnut, who did not compete. (Photo by Adam Gray/Getty Images)By Audacy

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New Jersey law gives domestic workers expanded protections and rights 1:15

12m ago1:15

1:15

Domestic household workers in New Jersey now have a bill of rights that gives them workplace protections and certain requirements for the families that hire them. KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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Bala Cynwyd marks another July Fourth with 106th annual parade 1:03

17m ago1:03

1:03

Dozens of people gathered in Bala Cynwyd for one of the area's oldest 4th of July parades. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo was there.By Audacy

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NJ attorney files lawsuit to keep RFK Jr. off presidential ballot this November 1:30

18m ago1:30

1:30

A New Jersey attorney has filed a lawsuit to keep Robert F. Kennedy Jr. off the ballot this presidential election, claiming he is violating the state’s sore loser law. KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Medical Report: How to stay safe around fireworks 0:43

11m ago0:43

0:43

The Fourth of July is synonymous with family get-togethers, barbecues and, of course, fireworks. The Consumer Product Safety Commission urges the public to be aware of fireworks safety. KYW Newsradio medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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‘We prepare for anything’: All hands on deck to keep July 4th festivities safe, Philly police say 1:18

14m ago1:18

1:18

Thousands are expected to gather once again on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway for the Fourth of July concert and fireworks show. And with a national heightened security alert, Philadelphia police say they’re prepared for anything. KYW Newsradio's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has more. (Photo by Lisa Lake/Getty Images for Welcome Ameri…

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What is the autoimmune disease dermatomyositis? 4:30

14m ago4:30

4:30

KYW Newsradio's Michelle Durham and Dr. Brian McDonough discuss dermatomyositis, the rare disorder that can strike children and adults. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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Party on the Parkway gets underway for another Fourth of July 1:33

1h ago1:33

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The city where it all started is celebrating America’s birthday with a concert and fireworks show on the Ben Franklin Parkway, headlined by Ne-Yo and Kesha. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi has a preview.By Audacy

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The US dollar is strongest in these countries right now 0:48

12m ago0:48

0:48

In a world where travel costs are skyrocketing, it may be time to celebrate the U.S. dollar. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more on how the dollar makes travel more wallet-friendly these days. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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California man found guilty of killing Penn student in 2018 hate crime murder 0:42

16m ago0:42

0:42

A California man was found guilty of murdering a Penn student in a hate crime back in 2018. Samuel Woodward was found guilty of murdering 19-year-old former high school classmate Blaze Bernstein because he was gay and Jewish. It happened while Bernstein was home on winter break from school in Newport Beach, California. Woodward was also affiliated …

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PPR 258 Quick Take - Wall Street Battle Royale 11:00

1h ago11:00

11:00

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey. Kraig's…

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Two Philly nonprofits catch the 'Spirit of Giving' in July to serve their communities 1:13

5h ago1:13

1:13

It’s Christmas in July for two Philly nonprofits. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard reports the organizations are going head to head throughout the month of July in a friendly competition with the hopes of better serving their community. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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SEPTA says serious crime is down by more than a third in the first half of the year 0:55

13h ago0:55

0:55

The latest stats from SEPTA show that serious crime was down by more than a third, in the first half of 2024. KYW's Mike DeNardo reports. 📸: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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The day before the Fourth of July, shops were packed with customers gearing up to grill 1:03

6h ago1:03

1:03

Grills will be fired up around the region Thursday, as families come together to celebrate Independence Day. And as KYW’s Nina Baratti tells us, some spent Wednesday gearing up for the holiday feast. 📸: Nina Baratti/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Citizens Police Oversight Commission votes to suspend member, leaving four seats open 1:15

8h ago1:15

1:15

Philadelphia’s police oversight commission is down to five members, after a vote last night to suspend one of its remaining commissioners. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. 📸: Holli Stephens/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Aqua PA customers could soon see a significant increase in their water bill 1:07

10h ago1:07

1:07

Water company Aqua is asking to increase rates for Pennsylvania customers starting this month, but state review is expected to delay any change until next year. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon reports. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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Police hope video will help track down gunmen who shot 5 at Chinese restaurant in Grays Ferry 1:15

10h ago1:15

1:15

Police have released video of a shooting in the city’s Grays Ferry neighborhood that injured five men inside a Chinese food restaurant. KYWs Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson says authorities hope it will help lead them to the gunmen. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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Lights in the sky, ‘Jaws’ on the screen and more July 4 ‘Shore Things’ 1:03

10h ago1:03

1:03

The Jersey Shore is usually filled with food, fun and fireworks during the Fourth of July weekend. While this year is no different, there’s even more happening, with events ranging from concerts to collectibles shows. KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has this weekend's "Shore Things."…

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Man seen on video breaking into parked cars in Northern Liberties 0:39

14h ago0:39

0:39

Philadelphia police released new surveillance video to try to identify a suspect wanted for vandalizing several cars in Northern Liberties last month. (Image credit: Philadelphia Police Department/YouTube)By Audacy

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PPR 258: DOW-Buying a Plane 11:08

16h ago11:08

11:08

What is the the only thing more costly then buying and maintaining a private boat? Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focus…

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Drexel President John Fry named next president of Temple University 1:07

17h ago1:07

1:07

Drexel University President John Fry has been chosen as the new president of Temple University, officials announced Wednesday. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. 📸: Temple UniversityBy Audacy

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Off-duty Gloucester Township cop charged with hitting 18-year-old bicyclist with car, fleeing scene 0:52

17h ago0:52

0:52

An off-duty police officer has been charged with fleeing the scene after hitting an 18-year-old bicyclist with his car last month in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, authorities said. KYW Newsradio’s Nina Baratti reports. (Image credit: Gloucester Township Police Department)By Audacy

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Galloway Township woman charged with more than 40 counts of animal neglect 0:26

18h ago0:26

0:26

A woman from Atlantic County has been charged with more than 40 counts of animal neglect. Police searched the home of 57-year-old Nancy Santos after getting several reports of animals living in inhumane conditions. Officers rescued seven dogs and 29 cats, and they found seven other dead animals -- some, investigators say, were inside a freezer. Gal…

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Upper Darby Proud Boys member receives 100-day prison sentence for role in Jan. 6 Capitol riot 0:47

1d ago0:47

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An Upper Darby man has been sentenced to more than three months behind bars after pleading guilty to his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Brian Healion was sentenced Tuesday to 100 days in prison followed by 36 months of supervised release. The 33-year-old was a member of the Philadelphia chapter of the Proud Boys and pleaded guilty to a felony civ…

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Longtime KYW Newsradio anchor and reporter Cheryl Elias dies at 77 2:22

19h ago2:22

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Cheryl Elias, longtime anchor and reporter at KYW Newsradio and one of Philly's most-loved radio voices, has died at 77 from complications of breast cancer. KYW's Ian Bush looks back at her life and career.By Audacy

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