Best Contract administration Podcasts (2025)

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HTR #28: SNAP Chaos and more 29:34

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What’s been landing in Alaska? SNAP chaos, shortened public comment periods, and ICE enforcement. We also discuss the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause and play public policy pursuit.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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Philly Sheriff’s Office addresses concerns about ICE activity at city courthouses 6:44

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Philadelphia Police are looking for someone they say is behind a series of home break-ins across Southwest Philly.We get details from KYW’s Conner Barkon …Philadelphia police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early this morning (SAT) in the city's Germantown section.Authorities say it was just after 12:20 this morning when officers …

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Valley Forge Military Academy to close sooner than expected 6:46

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The KYW Newsradio All-local: Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 (Morning Edition):Philadelphia Police are looking for someone they say is behind a series of home break-ins across Southwest Philly.We get details from KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon.********Valley Forge Military Academy parents and students are scrambling after the school announced that part of t…

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Citi's Dirk Willer on How You Know When the Bubble Is Over 39:52

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According to Dirk Willer, the Global Head of Macro Strategy at Citigroup, we are definitely in bubble territory. Per his research, the stock market has been in a bubble since May. Unlike many people, whose definitions of bubbles are a bit more vague or a bit more based on sentiment, Dirk's work focuses on precise timing and price indicators that di…

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UK Artists Demand Ticket Cap, BBC Apology Triggers Leadership Shakeup, Meghan and Harry Pressure Kris Jenner, Princess Hosts Christmas Carol Service, and more... 10:36

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(0:10): UK Artists Demand Ticket Resale Price Cap to Protect Fans from Exploitation (1:44): BBC Apologizes for Edited Trump Speech, Faces Leadership Resignations Amid Defamation Concerns (3:42): Harry and Meghan Request Kris Jenner to Remove Birthday Photos Amid Image Management Controversy (6:02): Princess of Wales Hosts Annual Christmas Carol Ser…

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SEPTA completes federal fire inspections of Regional Rail cars, but service won’t return to normal just yet 5:49

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After a month and a half of round-the-clock inspections, SEPTA says the Regional Rail car inspections ordered by the feds are finished. But that doesn’t mean riders will see immediate relief from canceled and crowded trains. KYW’s Mike DeNardo reports.*********One of the defendants arrested for fatally shooting Philadelphia police Sergeant Richard …

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Water main break floods Northeast Philly intersection 3:58

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 (midday edition):Police say a dispute between two North Philadelphia neighbors got out of hand when one of the men stabbed the other more than 10 times. ...A water main burst, causing a road to buckle in Northeast Philadelphia early this morning....Only a couple more days until Sunday night, when…

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SZN 9 EP 16 - Melissa Ewing / T.O.C. Contracted Therapist in Kansas / Dropping 22 Non-Profit / Accelerated Resolution Therapy / Spouses Forgotten About in First Responder Community 28:00

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Melissa Ewing, a T.O.C. contracted therapist in Kansas, shares her personal experiences and emphasizes the need for better systems to educate and support these spouses as they navigate the unique challenges of being married to first responders. In addition, Melissa talks about what therapy would look like if anyone in our T.O.C. community would wan…

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Why Paul Kedrosky Says AI Is Like Every Bubble All Rolled Into One 47:29

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In recent weeks, there's been renewed anxiety about the sustainability of the AI boom. This is partly due to comments from OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar about a possible role for a government backstop in the AI infrastructure build out. We've also seen the stock market wobble, with many major tech names hit hard. But even with all these concerns, we conti…

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Philly baristas join nationwide Starbucks protest on Red Cup Day 3:24

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 (morning edition): Pennsylvania SNAP recipients should get their full November benefits by the end of this week, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services....The Liberty Bell Center on Independence Mall opened to visitors for the first time since the government shutdown. However,…

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Sen. John Fetterman hospitalized after falling near his western Pa. home 5:00

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Senator John Fetterman is recovering today in a Pittsburgh hospital after a fall near his Braddock home, which doctors say was caused by a heart problem.KYW's John McDevitt has the story from the Breaking News Desk.After 43 days, the longest government shutdown in our nation's history is over. President Trump signed a temporary funding bill into la…

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FAA says flight cuts will stay at 6% because more air traffic controllers are coming to work 4:58

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 (midday edition):The government shutdown is over, but it will take some time to get air travel back up to speed....The federal government is back up and running, and Pennsylvania has a state budget – both developments are not a moment too soon for the region’s food banks....You're going to have…

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Cliff Asness on How Markets Got Dumber in the Last 10 Years 57:17

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The Odd Lots podcast has been around for 10 years. Unfortunately, markets have gotten less rational over the same time frame. At least this is the contention of Cliff Asness, the co-founder and CEO of AQR Capital Management, a quantitative investing firm that's been around for nearly three decades. Asness' approach to investing is rooted in academi…

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End of government shutdown and passing of Pa. budget bring much-needed relief to food banks 5:57

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 (morning edition):Both the long-awaited end of the federal government shutdown in Washington and the passing of a budget in Harrisburg bring much-needed relief for food banks....Pennsylvania’s four-month budget impasse has come to an end as both the state House and Senate have agreed to a spend…

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Shapiro signs $50.1B spending plan, ending Pennsylvania’s 135-day budget impasse 5:54

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 (evening edition): Investigators say video, cell phone and ballistic evidence, and DNA tie two men to the killing of Philadelphia Police Srgt. Richard Mendez at the airport two years ago. KYW Newsradio's Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson is covering the trial....Lawmakers in Harrisbu…

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Trial begins for two men accused of killing Philadelphia Police Officer Richard Mendez 5:14

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 (midday edition):SEPTA canceled nearly two dozen Regional Rail trains for the third day in a row as crews continue to work on inspections and repairs of its rail cars....Pennsylvania’s 135-day budget impasse seems to be coming to an end. Leaders in Harrisburg have reached a deal on the framewo…

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Jerry Neumann on the Problem With Investing in AI Right Now 48:28

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AI has made a lot of people fabulously wealthy. But sorry, it's probably not going to be the thing that makes you rich. And if history is any guide, we don't even know who the real AI winners are going to be. That's the thesis from longtime Venture Capitalist (now retired) Jerry Neumann. Earlier this year, Neumann published an article, "AI Will Not…

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Pennsylvania House and Senate to vote as state lawmakers reach possible deal to end budget impasse 5:53

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 (morning edition):The pain continues for Regional Rail riders. SEPTA says nearly two dozen trains canceled over the past two days will also not run today, as inspections and repairs continue. ...Lawmakers in Harrisburg appear to have a budget deal that could bring the 135-day budget impasse to…

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Mitch Hammes is THAT Code Enforcement Guy | Ep. 132 57:40

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Mitch Hammes has a built a national reputation as "That Code Enforcement Guy" having worked himself up front the frontlines as a code enforcement officer all the way to the top as a city administrator. In this episode, we avoid getting into the weeds and examine code enforcement related topics at the 30,000 foot level in a manner that his hopefully…

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SEPTA cancels 22 Regional Rail trains for 3rd consecutive day 5:40

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It’ll be a repeat for SEPTA Regional Rail commuters, as the same 22 regional rail trains that were cancelled today are being cancelled for Wednesday. But there is a sliver of encouraging news, as we hear from KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo.***On this Veterans Day, hundreds of residents in Delaware County are honoring those who served through a specia…

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UK France Border Return Challenge, UK Bolsters Air Defences, Diageo Appoints Lewis CEO, Katy Perry Headlines 2026 Blenheim Festival, and more... 11:04

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(0:10): UK-France Migrant Return Highlights Border Scheme Challenges Amid Calls for Tougher Measures (1:53): UK Bolsters Belgian Air Defences Amid Rising Drone Threats and Hybrid Warfare Concerns (4:07): Diageo Appoints Sir Dave Lewis as CEO Amidst Market Challenges and Strategic Shift (6:19): Katy Perry to Headline Inaugural Blenheim Palace Festiv…

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Get ready to give a round of a-paws: National Dog Show returns 5:13

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuseday, Nov. 11, 2025 (midday edition):SEPTA canceled a few dozen trains this morning for a second straight day because of the equipment shortage from the Silverliner IV safety inspection. ... The National Air Traffic Controllers Association is warning that the stress of working without pay threatens passenger safety…

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More headaches for SEPTA riders: Regional Rail cancellations continue today 5:43

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 (morning edition):SEPTA is canceling more trains on several lines again today because of federally mandated fire inspections. But if most of the fleet has been inspected, why aren't more cars returning to service?...Philadelphia Congressman Brendan Boyle criticized Pennsylvania’s senators for th…

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SEPTA is nearly done inspecting its rail fleet. Why haven’t more cars returned to service? 5:26

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 (evening edition): Why is SEPTA cancelling more regional rail trains instead of putting the inspected cars back into service? KYW's Mike DeNardo explains. .......The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to keep full SNAP payments on hold. That's leading to increased strain on food banks a…

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Royal duo Tackles Homelessness, High Court Seeks School Smartphone Ban, Lincolnshire Remembers Veterans, Labour Tax Plan Triggers Tory Backlash, and more... 10:34

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(0:10): Prince William and Gordon Brown Unite to Combat Homelessness with Home-Furnishing Initiative (2:46): High Court Challenge Seeks Mandatory Smartphone Ban in Schools to Protect Students (4:48): Lincolnshire Honors Veterans in Powerful Remembrance Sunday Parades and Services (6:28): Labour's Proposed 14-Band Council Tax Sparks Conservative Bac…

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HTR #27: Food Stamps, Heating Subsidies, Staggered Terms for US Senate 29:56

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John and Rachel review how the shutdown is affecting food stamps and heating subsidies, why the Constitution staggers the terms for Senators, and what bizarre statements federal officials now consider appropriate.By Rachel Levitt and John Robertson

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22 trains along 3 Regional Rail lines canceled on Monday 2:56

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 (midday edition):Nearly two dozen trains have been canceled on three Regional Rail lines as the deadline to finish inspections of the Silverliner IV cars approaches....A woman was killed in a hit-and-run in the Feltonville section of North Philadelphia late Sunday night. Police are looking for th…

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How Chinese Real Estate Became the Biggest Bubble in History 47:01

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Land is a weird asset. We need it to be affordable because everyone needs somewhere to live. But for many people, real estate is also their biggest store of wealth — a kind of national piggybank that fuels both personal fortunes and broader economies. Nowhere is that tension sharper than in China, where housing affordability remains a major challen…

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How Philly police handle missing persons cases 4:38

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025 (morning edition):The disappearance of Kada Scott last month prompted more families to post and share pictures of their missing loved ones, hoping to gain attention and traction in finding them. ...A preliminary hearing date is expected to be set Monday for Keon King, the man accused of kidnappin…

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Thousands marched down Ben Franklin Parkway to honor service members 4:45

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 (evening edition)It was a rainy Sunday, but that didn’t stop thousands from marching in Philadelphia’s annual Veterans Parade preceding Veterans Day on Tuesday. ...The historic house where legendary jazz musician, John Coltrane lived in Strawberry Mansion is being renovated for the public to enjoy…

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3 Philadelphia police officers are recovering after being pepper-sprayed in University City 5:41

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 (morning edition)Three Philadelphia police officers are in the hospital after being pepper-sprayed as they tried to break up a large crowd in University City last night....At least 33 flights have been canceled so far this morning at Philly International, and more than a thousand total across the …

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SNAP benefits on hold again following emergency Supreme Court ruling 4:25

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The KYW Newsradio All Local: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 (morning edition):The U.S. Supreme Court has granted the Trump Administration’s emergency appeal to temporarily block a court order to fully fund SNAP payments in November amid the government shutdown. Before that ruling came down last night, Governor Josh Shapiro warned of a long legal battle ahe…

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The Viral Milk That Helped Set Off America's Protein Boom 43:25

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Protein seems to be everywhere these days, with brands from Starbucks to Pepsi jumping on the trend. But the obsession with protein may have started earlier — with a humble dairy product that defied the broader decline in US milk consumption. Fairlife, which uses a specialized filtering process to boost protein and cut sugar and lactose in its milk…

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Philly parents urge school board to guarantee bathroom breaks for students 5:33

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The KYW Newsradio All-Local: Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 (Evening):Gov. Josh Shapiro is urging Pennsylvanians receiving SNAP benefits to check their accounts after a federal court on Thursday ordered the Trump administration to pay recipients in full. ................The Philadelphia District Attorney’s office has now withdrawn all charges against an alle…

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England Scraps EBacc Sparks Arts Boom, Met Police Faces Systemic Racism Calls, UK Debates EV Road Charge, Flu Jab Urgency Rushes NHS, and more... 12:25

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(0:10): England Overhauls Curriculum: Creative Subjects to Flourish as EBacc Scrapped (2:29): Metropolitan Police Report: Systemic Racism Embedded, Urgent Reform Demanded (4:35): UK Proposes New Road Charge for Electric Vehicles: Fair Funding or Punitive Tax? (6:42): NHS Issues Urgent Flu Jab Alert as Cases Triple, Warns of Severe Winter Wave (9:49…

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Dozens of flights canceled at PHL as FAA begins slashing air traffic nationwide 4:42

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 (midday edition):There are a few dozen cancellations at Philly International so far today as the airlines have started to slash air traffic at the busiest 40 airports around the country due to the government shutdown....A federal judge in Rhode Island yesterday ordered the Trump administration to …

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SZN 9 EP 15 - Karlee Davis / Begin Counseling / T.O.C. Contracted Therapist in West Virginia / Begins Emergency Responder Cultural Competence Model 45:44

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In this podcast episode, Karlee Davis shares her experiences as a licensed independent clinical social worker in the state of West Virginia. Karlee has been in private practice since 2007 and founded Begin Counseling in 2023. Karlee discusses what therapy looks like with her as a T.O.C. contracted therapist and breaks down the 'Begins emergency res…

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Lots More on the Worsening State of the US Labor Market 21:53

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If the government were open, we'd be getting a jobs report today. But as it is, we're in this blackout of official economic data. That's unfortunate, because the economy is already in a very confusing spot, and so any additional data right now would be very helpful in figuring out where things are heading. In the absence of Non-Farm Payrolls, we ta…

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FBI arrests Rowan University student in connection with Halloween terror plot, officials say 5:47

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 (morning edition):Amid the government shutdown, the FAA plans on reducing 10% of flights at 40 airports starting today, including Philadelphia International. …A Rhode Island judge ordered the Trump administration to provide full federal food benefits to states by today as the impact of the governm…

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Philly police launch a new initiative to help with car thefts 5:56

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 (evening edition)As the government shutdown goes on, 40 airports throughout the country — including Philadelphia International — are expected to trim flights by 10 percent starting this weekend....Governor Elect Mikie Sherrill is hitting the ground running after her overwhelming victory on Tuesd…

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Queen Camilla Joins TikTok Star, Ed Sheeran Leads Jingle Ball Crowd, NHS ADHD Service Crisis, M S Profits Slump From Cyber Attack, and more... 11:42

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(0:10): Queen Camilla Joins TikTok's Spudman for Festive Meals on Wheels Event at Clarence House (2:13): Ed Sheeran Headlines Capital's Jingle Bell Ball with Star-Studded Lineup at The O2 (4:28): NHS ADHD Services in Crisis: Patients Face Years-Long Delays Amid Soaring Demand and Limited Access (7:16): M&S Profits Halve Amid Cyber Attack, Plans for…

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Most major US airports are among 40 targeted by shutdown-related flight cuts 5:32

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 (midday edition):As the government shutdown drags on, federal officials say they are working with the airlines to cut air traffic by 10% starting tomorrow at the 40 busiest markets around the country, including Philadelphia....One person is dead and another is hurt from a shooting outside a 7-El…

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Dmitry Shevelenko on Perplexity's Vision for Reshaping the Internet 39:03

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The news business isn't a great one these days. At least for a lot of legacy outlets (newspapers, cable networks, print magazines etc.), the Internet has obliterated their business model. And now AI is coming along and there's a risk that it makes conditions even worse, because unlike in the glory days of the search era, the user doesn't even have …

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Funeral for Kada Scott to be open to the public 3:17

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 (morning edition):There will be a public funeral held this weekend for Kada Scott, the 23-year-old Mount Airy woman who was kidnapped and murdered last month. ...The Philadelphia School District is delaying the announcement of its school closure plan. ...University of Pennsylvania graduate stude…

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SEPTA workers plan to stay on the job past Friday contract expiration 5:23

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 (evening edition)Mikie Sherrill delivered a decisive victory, and she dragged some *down-ballot Democrats* along for the ride. ...In the biggest statewide race in Pennsylvania, all three state supreme court justices won the closely-watched retention election, despite an unprecedented effort to …

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Labrinth Revives Classic in Father Son Ad, Tragic Fall Claims Ex Star and Royal Ally, England Central Contracts Shift, UK Grooming Scandal Review, and more... 12:26

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(0:10): John Lewis 2025 Ad: Labrinth Revives Classic for Heartfelt Father-Son Story (2:10): Ex-Big Brother Star and Prince William's University Mate Dies in Tragic Fall in London (4:17): England's 2025/26 Central Contracts: Strategic Shift Prioritizes Core Talent and Emerging Stars (6:44): UK's Largest Grooming Gang Review: Operation Beaconport Tar…

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Officer and suspect wounded in Camden shootout, police say 4:08

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 (midday edition):A police shootout in Camden leaves both a police officer and suspect injured....The votes are in and Democratic Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill has been elected as the next governor of New Jersey. ...Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner won a third term handily in a second…

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Election results: Mikie Sherrill elected next NJ governor, Philly DA Larry Krasner secures 3rd term, Pa. Supreme Court judges retain their seats 4:37

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The KYW Newsradio All Local on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 (morning edition):Mikie Sherrill says it's the honor of her life to become New Jersey's 57th governor. She defeated businessman and former state Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli in Tuesday's election....Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner won a third term handily in a second matchup of the…

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Black City Manager: You Gotta Meet Me Halfway with Troy Body | Ep. 131 50:34

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This is the second installment in our new "Black City Manager" series featuring Troy Body, the city manager for Hopkinsville, Kentucky. "I can't love your neighborhood more than you love it," Troy explains as we navigate his philosophical approach to city management. He uses the "pick up the can" metaphor to explain how he believe residents must ta…

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Scotland Overhauls Squad for Qualifiers, Latitude 2026 Maps Star Studded Lineup, Hallam Halts Forced Labour Study, British Indie Film Awards Lead, and more... 13:28

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(0:10): Scotland Revamps Squad for Critical World Cup Qualifiers Against Greece and Denmark (2:13): Latitude Festival 2026 Unveils Star-Studded 20th Anniversary Lineup with David Byrne, Teddy Swims, Lewis Capaldi (4:23): Sheffield Hallam Halts Forced Labour Research Amid Chinese Pressure, Sparks Academic Freedom Debate (8:35): British Independent F…

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