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So... is being in charge of the circus like being a member of Philly's City Council?
That's what host @lmcglynn.bsky.social asked @councilmemberjg.bsky.social on the show last week:
That's what host @lmcglynn.bsky.social asked @councilmemberjg.bsky.social on the show last week:
November 17, 2025 at 10:43 PM
So... is being in charge of the circus like being a member of Philly's City Council?
That's what host @lmcglynn.bsky.social asked @councilmemberjg.bsky.social on the show last week:
That's what host @lmcglynn.bsky.social asked @councilmemberjg.bsky.social on the show last week:
Fewer refugees are eligible for SNAP under Republicans' Big Beautiful Bill.
Here's what you need to know, with @newsjawn.bsky.social:
Here's what you need to know, with @newsjawn.bsky.social:
November 17, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Fewer refugees are eligible for SNAP under Republicans' Big Beautiful Bill.
Here's what you need to know, with @newsjawn.bsky.social:
Here's what you need to know, with @newsjawn.bsky.social:
Here's why @councilmemberjg.bsky.social believes Philly should stop incinerating its trash:
November 17, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Here's why @councilmemberjg.bsky.social believes Philly should stop incinerating its trash:
Philly stopped burning trash in the city because it polluted our air.
So, @councilmemberjg.bsky.social wants to know why officials are still sending it to neighboring Chester :
So, @councilmemberjg.bsky.social wants to know why officials are still sending it to neighboring Chester :
November 16, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Philly stopped burning trash in the city because it polluted our air.
So, @councilmemberjg.bsky.social wants to know why officials are still sending it to neighboring Chester :
So, @councilmemberjg.bsky.social wants to know why officials are still sending it to neighboring Chester :
Here's what you need to know about new SNAP work requirements, passed under the Trump administration's "Big Beautiful Bill."
November 16, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Here's what you need to know about new SNAP work requirements, passed under the Trump administration's "Big Beautiful Bill."
When it comes to Mayor Parker's HOME Initiative, @councilmemberjg.bsky.social says she agrees that more Philadelphians should have access to programs — but wants to make sure those with the most need are still a priority:
November 15, 2025 at 11:57 PM
When it comes to Mayor Parker's HOME Initiative, @councilmemberjg.bsky.social says she agrees that more Philadelphians should have access to programs — but wants to make sure those with the most need are still a priority:
If you need help with new limits on SNAP, these Philly-based organizations can help:
November 15, 2025 at 11:46 PM
If you need help with new limits on SNAP, these Philly-based organizations can help:
If you own your own home in Philly, you likely qualify for this tax break:
November 15, 2025 at 4:16 AM
If you own your own home in Philly, you likely qualify for this tax break:
If you're struggling with food access in Philly, this program can help:
November 15, 2025 at 2:21 AM
If you're struggling with food access in Philly, this program can help:
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani won more of the Black male vote than expected.
Here's what host @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say about it:
Here's what host @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say about it:
November 13, 2025 at 11:13 PM
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani won more of the Black male vote than expected.
Here's what host @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say about it:
Here's what host @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say about it:
Philly still incinerates its trash. @councilmemberjg.bsky.social wants to change that — and she's on the show tonight at 6 to talk about it.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Philly still incinerates its trash. @councilmemberjg.bsky.social wants to change that — and she's on the show tonight at 6 to talk about it.
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Here's one big reason New Jersey governor-elect Mikie Sherrill surpassed Jack Ciattarelli in the polls last week:
November 12, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Here's one big reason New Jersey governor-elect Mikie Sherrill surpassed Jack Ciattarelli in the polls last week:
While voter turnout this year was still lower than the presidential election, Philadelphians turned out in higher numbers than in most off-year elections in recent history:
November 11, 2025 at 12:25 PM
While voter turnout this year was still lower than the presidential election, Philadelphians turned out in higher numbers than in most off-year elections in recent history:
Some voters were confused about why former president Barack Obama endorsed the candidate he did in Virginia.
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social says it's part of a more fundamental misunderstanding:
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social says it's part of a more fundamental misunderstanding:
November 11, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Some voters were confused about why former president Barack Obama endorsed the candidate he did in Virginia.
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social says it's part of a more fundamental misunderstanding:
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social says it's part of a more fundamental misunderstanding:
One argument against funding SNAP is based on giving benefits to undocumented immigrants.
But, laws passed decades ago made that impossible:
But, laws passed decades ago made that impossible:
November 10, 2025 at 2:46 PM
One argument against funding SNAP is based on giving benefits to undocumented immigrants.
But, laws passed decades ago made that impossible:
But, laws passed decades ago made that impossible:
Why can't Republicans win in Philly? Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social says it isn't just because it's a major city:
November 10, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Why can't Republicans win in Philly? Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social says it isn't just because it's a major city:
Sometimes, you have to learn things the hard way. Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social's dad had a saying for it:
November 9, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Sometimes, you have to learn things the hard way. Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social's dad had a saying for it:
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Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
Where students and families can find free food and meals in Philly
Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
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November 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
How do we bring grocery prices down? Understanding them is the first step, @denisethewriter.bsky.social says:
November 9, 2025 at 2:55 PM
How do we bring grocery prices down? Understanding them is the first step, @denisethewriter.bsky.social says:
Why did DA Larry Krasner win reelection in Philly? Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social thinks:
November 9, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Why did DA Larry Krasner win reelection in Philly? Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social thinks:
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social is only asking for this from her elected officials:
November 8, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social is only asking for this from her elected officials:
Ahead of the holidays, consumers are concerned about how they'll be able to afford classic staples like turkey.
Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say:
Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say:
November 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Ahead of the holidays, consumers are concerned about how they'll be able to afford classic staples like turkey.
Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say:
Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social has to say:
Votes for Republican candidates and causes are down in red and blue counties alike. Reporter Lance Haver explains:
November 7, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Votes for Republican candidates and causes are down in red and blue counties alike. Reporter Lance Haver explains:
What are Zohran Mamdani's concrete plans to implement his ideas in New York City?
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social is concerned he might let voters down like a mayor closer to home:
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social is concerned he might let voters down like a mayor closer to home:
November 7, 2025 at 11:26 PM
What are Zohran Mamdani's concrete plans to implement his ideas in New York City?
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social is concerned he might let voters down like a mayor closer to home:
Host @denisethewriter.bsky.social is concerned he might let voters down like a mayor closer to home:
Want to know how you can help your neighbors right now? Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social recommends:
November 7, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Want to know how you can help your neighbors right now? Here's what @denisethewriter.bsky.social recommends: