It’s down to the wire in the race for the Democratic nomination for Mayor in Philadelphia. New polls, new TV ads and a race to the May 16th finish line. Who can win it? We will break it all down with FOX29s senior correspondent Jeff Cole and FOX29s political analyst Bruce Gordon. Their thoughts, insights & predictions on who walks away with the nomination as well as the challenging times ahead for the next mayor.
Violent suspects targeting Police in Philadelphia. Officers fired on 3 times in 3 weeks. We will explore the latest violence against police here with FOP President John McNesby. We will also discuss the looming problem of too few officers on the streets, recruiting new officers and filling the shrinking ranks in the next few years. McNesby also weighs in on the upcoming Democratic primary for Mayor after the recent debate and we'll discuss the candidates plans to combat gun violence.
Another mass school shooting leaves 3 children and 2 school administrators & a teacher dead in Nashville. The heavily armed shooter is tracked down and killed still inside the school, preventing even more casualties. Three weapons are recovered inside. Former Philly Police Lieutenant and current Florida Sheriff Mike Chitwood Jr. joins the podcast to discuss the shooting, the quick and deadly response by police and school security. He has a new security program designed to safeguard schools a...
The Philly Mayor's race heats up. The primary is May 16th. 12 Democrats, 1 Republican vying to replace Jim Kenney. FOX29 Political analyst Bruce Gordon joins the podcast to discuss the candidates, the top issues, TV ads, debates and how this race could shake out over the final six weeks. Please join us as city voters get ready to pick their next mayor.
The Philadelphia Police Department's dwindling ranks and a pressing need to quickly recruit more qualified officers leads to a big move to beef up the number of police of the streets of Philly. Captain John Walker is now charged with over hauling the recruitment of new officers. He joins us to discuss attracting new candidates to join the police academy. Who is the department looking for, what impact can new officers have and just how fast can the city fill the ranks to get the PPD back to full ...
The murder of Temple University Police Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald. Inside the investigation and a closer look at the 18 yr old suspect charged in this murder. Former Deputy Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel, now the head of Philly school security, joins the show to discuss this tragic case and why so many officers are being killed in the line of duty. Also a discussion on why young people are engaged in gun violence. Join us on The Philly Prime Podcast.
Sadly, The Eagles run for a Super Bowl Championship is over, but the memories will live on forever. Joining us this week to recount this incredible journey to the Super Bowl is Fox29's Chris O' Connell who covered the whole amazing ride to the Big Game. Chris will take us behind the scenes with the fans, the players and look ahead to next year. Plus the Phillies are about to open training camp. Will they make another run to the World Series, Chris will weigh in.
The murder of Tyre Nichols allegedly at the hands of 5 Memphis Police Officers over a traffic stop. Criminal charges filed, officers dismissed and the elite unit they belonged to is now disbanded. Former Philly Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey joins the podcast to discuss Nichols' horrific death, the tactics used by police and what needs to be done to prevent these violent encounters in the future. Don't miss this episode. Join us on Philly Prime.
George Anastasia is a former Philly Inquirer reporter. Expert on the Mob. Author of a several books including Blood and Honor, The Goodfella Tapes, The Last Gangster and Gotti Rules. He's currently an adjunct professor at Rowan University. Guest speaker and lecturer. Guest on multiple Mob-related documentaries. Co-host of Mob Talk Sitdown.
Chief Inspector Chris Werner. 30+ years on force. He's the new Chief of Detectives Former Head of the Narcotics Unit. Former Assistant DA.
A real treat this week. A look back at the Phillies 2022 World Series run with The Philly Phanatic's "best friend" Tom Burgoyne. The highlights, the thrilling moments and his unforgettable takeaways from this year's phenomenal season. We'll take a look at the team's off season moves and look ahead to the 2023 season. Please join us for a special Pre-Christmas show with Tom Burgoyne ,
Three top Philly Mobsters, including the former Underboss, are now headed to federal prison after a highly publicized racketeering indictment that garnered guilty pleas from 14 out of 15 defendants. How does the local Mob fill those high level vacancies, who's moving up and what impact does this have on Philadelphia's struggling, cash strapped crime family? Former Lucchese Crime Family soldier, podcaster & government cooperator John Pennisi joins the show to discuss. Please join us.
The Election results are in across Pennsylvania for the US Senate race and the race for Governor. We'll talk winners & losers this week with FOX29 Political Analyst Bruce Gordon. He'll break down the races, what went right, what went wrong and what's the next hot political race in our region. Join us on The Philly Prime Podcast.
With the midterm elections right around the corner, we're going to break down the race for the US Senate seat from Pennsylvania. Democrat John Fetterman vs Republican Mehmet Oz. Fresh off their only debate, FOX29 Political analyst Bruce Gordon joins the podcast to discuss this hotly contested race. We also discuss the Phillies and the great run they are on.
Outrage after Gun violence against teens jumps to a whole new level when a 14 yr old football player is murdered and four other teens are wounded as 5 gunmen open fire after a high school football scrimmage at Roxborough HS. Philadelphia School Safety Chief and former Deputy Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel joins the show to break it all down, discuss why this is happening and what are the potential solutions. Join us this week on The Philly Prime Podcast
As Murders, shootings & carjackings continue to skyrocket in Philadelphia, city officials launch a new cold case homicide squad to look at over 4,000 unsolved murders. What's the plan and how will detectives wade through the mountain of unsolved cases? Fox29 Crime Reporter Kelly Rule just produced a half-hour special looking at the problem, talking with victims' families and interviewing the head of the Homicide Unit. She will join the podcast and give us her insights on this new initiative....
Inside The Philadelphia Mayor's Race. City Council members resigning left and right to run for the Democratic nomination for Mayor in 2023. Who are the potential candidates, what are the top issues and what impact will these resignations from Council have on City Council. FOX29 Political Analyst Bruce Gordon joins the show to lay it all out and give us the latest on statewide races for Governor and the U.S. Senate.
This week we dive into the raid and execution of a search warrant at former President Donald Trump's South Florida estate. Attorney/Legal Expert Jim Leonard joins the show to discuss search warrants, the FBI actions and where this could all lead next. Please join us on the Philly Prime Podcast.
Philly Fraternal Order of Police President John McNesby joins the show to discuss the state of the Philly Police Department, murders, shootings, attacks on police and a recent call for more stop and frisk tactics. Always candid, always outspoken, always interesting and sometimes controversial. Don't miss this week's show.
The Return of Stop and Frisk. Philadelphia's City Council President proposes a return to the controversial police tactic known as " Stop & Frisk". Former Deputy Police Commissioner and head of the Patrol Division Joe Sullivan joins the show to talk about how the current form of stop and frisk works. We'll discuss both sides of the issue as well as whether this could actually help get more guns off Philly's crime plagued streets.
The Mazzone Brothers pleading out in that big 2020 Philly Mob Racketeering Conspiracy case. What does it mean for Steve & Sonny? What impact does it have on the local LCN and is there still more to tell. In the end, how big was that 2015 Mob Induction Ceremony caught on tape by the FBI to this case and others. Mob expert, author & former Inky reporter George Anastasia joins us.
Tulsa active shooter, The Texas School Massacre and the Buffalo supermarket mass shooting. Counter terrorism and Homeland Security expert Joe Sullivan joins the show to discuss the Uvalde elementary school killings that left 19 children & 2 teachers murdered. What went wrong, what tactics should have been used and what's ahead on guns, mental health programs & school safety. Join us.
Author, Journalist & Mob Expert George Anastasia joins the show to discuss the State of The Philly Mob, the LCN's top leaders and the upcoming trial that could send Philly's former #2 wiseguy to prison. Plus funny mob stories and how does the local mob make $$$ these days.
Author, Journalist & Mob Expert George Anastasia joins the show to discuss the State of The Philly Mob, the LCN's top leaders and the upcoming trial that could send Philly's former #2 wiseguy to prison. Plus funny mob stories and how does the local mob make $$$ these days.
Former Philly Deputy Police Commissioner Joe Sullivan returns to the podcast to talk about recent mass shootings, active shooter investigations and the new #1 cause of teen deaths nationwide, gun violence. He’ll share some insight from his days heading the city’s Counter Terrorism/Homeland Security Bureau. Join us for 2 shows with one of the area’s top law enforcement experts.
Former Philly Deputy Police Commissioner Joe Sullivan returns to the podcast to talk about recent mass shootings, active shooter investigations and the new #1 cause of teen deaths nationwide, gun violence. He’ll share some insight from his days heading the city’s Counter Terrorism/Homeland Security Bureau. Join us for 2 shows with one of the area’s top law enforcement experts.
Former Philly FBI Agent and Septa Director of Media Relations Jerri Williams joins Philly Prime to discuss Tuesday’s Subway shooting in New York City. Jerri is an author, podcaster and blogger. Her “FBI Retired Case File Review” podcast is top shelf. We will also discuss her casework for the FBI, Her time in Philadelphia and her favorite FBI tales. Join us. Contributors: Dave Schratwieser Retired FBI Agent Jerri Williams
Former Philly FBI Agent and Septa Director of Media Relations Jerri Williams joins Philly Prime to discuss Tuesday’s Subway shooting in New York City. Jerri is an author, podcaster and blogger. Her “FBI Retired Case File Review” podcast is top shelf. We will also discuss her casework for the FBI, Her time in Philadelphia and her favorite FBI tales. Join us.
Part 2 Trying to Stem the tide of gun violence in Philadelphia Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner Ben Naish joins the show to discuss the violence in Philly and some new steps being used to crackdown on it. New investigative techniques are starting to yield results, but are they enough to reduce the shootings and murders?
Trying to Stem the tide of gun violence in Philadelphia Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner Ben Naish joins the show to discuss the violence in Philly and some new steps being used to crackdown on it. New investigative techniques are starting to yield results, but are they enough to reduce the shootings and murders?
