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Author Susan Cain on ‘Bittersweet’

Susan Cain discusses her new book, "Bittersweet," about the power of the overlocked emotion that allows us to feel sad and happy simultaneously.

Air Date: July 19, 2022 10:00 am

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Mini golf bars take off in Philadelphia as putting with booze grows in popularity

Libertee Grounds opened last year, and two national chains have announced new Philly locations.

2 years ago

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Does Philly really have the largest mobile Ferris wheel in the world?

Yeah, we didn’t think so either. But the Oval’s new ride is pretty big, if kinda pricey.

2 years ago

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History
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A starter guide to Philadelphia’s must-see American Revolution history

From the basic to the lesser-known, a primer for tourists or residents.

2 years ago

A green-and-white sign and awning, and pictures of ice cream cones, adorn the outside of a new ice cream shop.
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Billy Penn

Old City gets a new scoop shop with Vanderwende’s, offering ice cream made on the family farm

The youngest of three siblings is bringing the Delaware venture into Philly.

2 years ago

The Chester County snack food company is running a contest to see which Philadelphia-inspired flavor is most popular. (Danya Henninger/Billy Penn)
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Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Taste test: Which ‘Flavored by Philly’ potato chip is the best?

The Billy Penn newsroom landed on a pretty clear winner.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
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New Giant supermarket opens on North Broad, bringing local goods and groceries to a fast-developing stretch

The store is at the center of an area about to be flooded with new apartments.

3 years ago

In The Secret Life of Secrets, Michael Slepian reveals how secrets impact our minds, relationships and more, and gives strategies to make them easier to carry around with us. (photo/Rachel McDonald)
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The Secret Life of Secrets

In The Secret Life of Secrets, Michael Slepian reveals how secrets impact our minds, relationships and more, and gives strategies to make them easier to carry around with us.

Air Date: June 21, 2022 10:00 am

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A glass of wine is shown next to a slice of pepperoni pizza.
Business
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Natural wine takes off in a ‘beer town’ thanks to Philly’s high-end pizzerias

Said one restaurant owner: “The brightness and juicy acidity pairs really well with a salty, oily, cheesy bite.”

3 years ago

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NPR
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Kids
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For many dads, the COVID pandemic brought new perspectives on fatherhood

Dads look back on how they've maintained the balance between their jobs and their families.

3 years ago

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NPR
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13 small ways to ditch your phone and live more in the moment

We asked our listeners to share some of their favorite tips and tricks on how to ditch the device and stay in the moment. Here are some of our favorite responses.

3 years ago

Jonathan Pruiett, a geospatial analyst with Cognizant, is part of a team that updates Google maps. They pushed back against a policy that would have required them to be in the office full-time and won a 90-day reprieve.
NPR
Business
Economy
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The idea of working in the office, all day, every day? No thanks, say workers

Working from home isn't possible in many jobs, but in companies where it is, the return to office has become a point of tension between workers and their bosses.

3 years ago

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Food & Drink
International
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Which arepas are better, Colombian or Venezuelan? You can try both kinds in Philly

Four places to try the corn griddle cakes and decide which you like best.

3 years ago

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Radio Times
Mental Health

A guide to moving through grief

Rebecca Soffer, co-founder of the Modern Loss website and community, shares tools, exercises, thoughts and practical advice for grieving in "The Modern Loss Handbook."

Air Date: June 3, 2022 10:00 am

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International
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How to prepare for risky summer travel

Airline and rental cancellations, hotel prices spiking-- as the world still grapples with the Covid-19 pandemic. What to know about summer travel and preparing for the worst.

Air Date: June 1, 2022 10:00 am

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