For our Season 2 finale, we decided to analyze the classic underdog movie Rocky! Join us as we analyze how Philly first inspired Rocky, how Rocky then inspired Philly, and everything in between. There’s also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.ctvnews.ca/lifestyle/how-rocky-put-philly-on-the-map-1.2675101 https://philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/archive/rocky/ https://slate.com/culture/2020/09/philadelphia-movies-concrete-cowboy-inheritance-40-years-a-prisoner.html https://www.vanityfair.c...
Dec 20, 2020•48 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This week on the podcast, we're getting down with Philly's official house band: The Roots! Join Meg and Ray as they break down how The Roots formed as a group, their musical influences/aspirations, their rise to stardom, and more. There's also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.phillyvoice.com/avenue-of-the-roots-philadelphia-east-passyunk-ave-city-council-philadelphia-south-philly-queen-villlage/ https://www.philadelphiamusicalliance.org/honoree.php?id=127 https://www.cheatsheet.com/...
Dec 13, 2020•46 min•Season 2Ep. 7
This week on the podcast, we relive the glory days of Philadelphia hockey! Join Meg and Ray as they explore the birth of the Flyers franchise, their rise to prominence in the NHL, and how they earned the nickname ‘The Broad Street Bullies’. There's also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.si.com/hockey/news/an-oral-history-of-the-broad-street-bully-era-philadelphia-flyers https://philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/archive/broad-street-bullies/ https://thehockeywriters.com/broad-street-bullie...
Dec 06, 2020•56 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This week on the podcast, we explore the artistic mastermind behind Philly’s Magic Gardens: Isaiah Zagar. Join Meg and Ray as they discuss Zagar's life, his inspirations as an artist, and the lasting impact of his work on the streets of Philadelphia. There's also some jawn at the end. https://www.phillymagicgardens.org/ https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/philadelphias-magic-gardens/ https://www.phillymagicgardens.org/about-us/mosaic-mural-map/ https://savingplaces.org/stories/t...
Nov 22, 2020•44 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This week on the Yo Philly Podcast, we are talking all things cheesesteaks! Join Meg and Ray as they discuss everything you need to know about the notorious Philly cheesesteak. There's also some jawn at the end. https://www.visitphilly.com/articles/philadelphia/top-10-spots-for-authentic-philly-cheesesteaks/ https://6abc.com/jim-pappas-cheesesteak-philly-cheesesteaks/5335497/ https://philadelphiacheesesteakadventure.com/ https://www.inquirer.com/food/500-cheesesteaks-philadelphia-adventure-jim-p...
Nov 15, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This week on the podcast we take a look life and legacy of Octavius V. Catto! Join Meg and Ray as they explore the contributions of one of Philly’s greatest activists during America’s first civil rights movement. There's also some jawn at the end. phiacitizen.org/octavius-catto/ https://catto.ushistory.org/deeper-dive/the-triumph-and-tragedy-of-octavius-v-catto/ https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/gradual-abolition-act-of-1780/ https://sabr.org/bioproj...
Nov 08, 2020•53 min•Season 2Ep. 3
This week on the podcast we take a look at the infamous Eastern State Penitentiary! Join Meg and Ray as they explore one of Philly’s coolest and spookiest landmarks. There's also some jawn at the end. https://www.easternstate.org/ https://www.easternstate.org/about-eastern-state https://www.easternstate.org/explore/online-tour https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/eastern-state-penitentiary/ https://www.visitphilly.com/articles/philadelphia/top-10-most-visited-attractions-in-phila...
Nov 01, 2020•48 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We kick off Season 2 with an introduction to the neighborhoods of Philadelphia! Join Meg and Ray as they explore the history, development, and vibe of the city’s various locales. There's also some jawn at the end. https://www.visitphilly.com/areas/philadelphia-neighborhoods/ https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-the-city-of-neighborhoods/ https://philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/archive/city-of-neighborhoods/ https://www.uwishunu.com/neighborhoods/ https://www.dvrpc.org/webmaps/pin/index.htm https:...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Join Ray and Meg as they navigate Philadelphia’s diverse cultural landscape by exploring its history, events, cuisine, music, art, sports, and more. Whether you’re a tourist or life-long Philadelphian, there's always something new to learn about one of America’s oldest cities. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @YoPhillyPod.
Oct 25, 2020•1 min
We decided to wrap up Season 1 with a historical profile on Betsy Ross! Join Meg and Ray as they explore her history in Philadelphia, her career as an upholsterer/seamstress, and her contributions to the American Revolution. There's also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/betsy-ross “Betsy Ross and the Making of America” by Marla R. Miler https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/five-myths-about-the-american-flag/2011/06/08/AG3ZSkOH_sto...
Jul 19, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Philadelphia's week-long Welcome America event is arguably the best 4th of July celebration you'll find anywhere in the United States. Join Meg and Ray as they break down the variety of festivities that Welcome America has to offer, as well as the complex historical circumstances that resulted in American independence. There's also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://welcomeamerica.com/ https://welcomeamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/brochure_10_compressed.pdf https://www.phillyvoice...
Jun 28, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This week on the podcast, we have the movie 'Philadelphia' on the brain! Join Meg and Ray as they break down the cultural and contextual significance of the film, as well the variety of Philly locations highlighted throughout. There's also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107818/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/looking-back-philadelphia-25-years-later-180971011/ https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/568630/philadelphia-movie-facts-tom-hanks-denzel-washing...
Jun 21, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The weather is starting to heat up in Philly, which means it’s officially water ice season! Join Meg and Ray as they explore the history, ingredients, and popular purveyors of Philly’s tastiest summer treat. There’s also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://philly.eater.com/maps/best-philadelphia-water-ice https://www.phillyvoice.com/johns-water-ice-how-its-made-how-its-different-and-why-rolled-ice-cream-is-no-threat/ https://www.npr.org/2016/07/31/488150522/johns-water-ice-a-philadelphia-i...
Jun 14, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 5
For this week’s episode, Meg and Ray take a look at the ups and downs of the historic 76ers franchise, as well as what it truly means to “Trust the Process.” There’s also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.phillymag.com/news/2020/06/05/white-philadelphians-anti-racism-anti-blackness/ https://linktr.ee/ajphilly https://www.inquirer.com/news/philadelphia/live/philadelphia-protest-sunday-today-looting-news-live-george-floyd-police-20200607.html https://www.nba.com/sixers/history/index_ne...
Jun 07, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Join Meg and Ray as they discuss the history of ' Mural Arts Philadelphia ,' as well as its various programs, partnerships, and aspirations, all of which aim to channel the power of art to positively impact the city. There's also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.muralarts.org/ https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/mural-arts-philadelphia/ https://whyy.org/articles/how-mural-arts-is-helping-artists-get-paid-during-t he-pandemic/?fbclid=IwAR3gmFxopAlueBxpdeMEfO8JyAXMCVk...
May 31, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This week on the podcast, Meg and Ray explore Philadelphia’s original city plan, how it evolved over time, and how it continues to influence the city to this day. There’s also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2016/mar/22/story-of-cities-7-philadelphia-grid-pennsylvania-william-penn-america-urban-dream https://publications.newberry.org/makebigplans/plan_images/holme-portraiture-city-philadelphia-1683 https://billypenn.com/2019/10/27/william-penn-375-years-phila...
May 24, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 2
To kick off the first ever episode of the podcast, Meg and Ray explain what you can expect from the show, what brought them to Philly, and some surprising upsides to quarantine life. There’s also some jawn at the end. Show Notes: https://www.phillymag.com/news/2020/05/09/stay-at-home-order/ https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/ways-to-help-during-coronavirus/ https://billypenn.com/2020/03/20/finding-fun-in-quarantined-philly-neighborhoods-band-together-to-create-rainbow-hunts-for-kids/ https://lea...
May 17, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Join Ray and Meg as they navigate Philadelphia’s diverse cultural landscape by exploring its history, events, cuisine, music, art, sports, and more. Whether you’re a tourist or life-long Philadelphian, there's always something new to learn about one of America’s oldest cities. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @YoPhillyPod.
May 10, 2020•1 min
