Julia Binswanger
@juliabinswanger.bsky.social
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Culture Reporter with
@billy-penn.bsky.social
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@whyy.org
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Some investigative journalism coming your way:
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The Hershey Kiss might become Pennsylvania's state candy. Should it?
While the Kiss is certainly a strong contender, weâre looking at all of the options.
https://billypenn.com/2025/06/03/hershey-kiss-pennsylvania-state-candy-options/
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Today in Philly fake newsâŠ
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I chatted with Mawn's Phila and Rachel Lorn ahead of this year's James Beard Awards. Even the best chefs need a strong front-of-house team.
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Mawnâs Phila Lorn is a James Beard finalist. He says the spotlight also belongs to his wife Rachel
The Lorns opened Mawn together as a shared vision to celebrate their history. Now, theyâre gearing up for Chicago.
https://billypenn.com/2025/05/14/james-beard-award-finalist-mawn-rachel-phila-lorn/
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I wrote about darts.
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Flight Clubâs high-tech darts bar hits the mark in Philly opening
The new, 7,000-square-foot space rebrands the classic bar game with craft cocktails and lobster mac-and-cheese balls.
https://billypenn.com/2025/05/09/flight-club-a-high-tech-darts-bar-hits-the-mark-in-philly-opening/
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I had the best time talking with Kosuke and Tomomi Chujo from Nihonbashi Philly ahead of their cheesesteak pop-ups. Their love of Philly makes me feel even luckier to live here.
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Nihonbashi Phillyâs Tomomi and Kosuke Chujo talk cheesesteaks ahead of their new pop-up
Billy Penn chatted with the couple about their classic sandwich, two new Japanese-inspired cheesesteaks and their love for this city.
https://billypenn.com/2025/04/29/nihonbashi-philly-japan-philly-cheesesteaks-tomomi-and-kosuke-chujo/
6 months ago
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No need to use potatoes as an Easter egg substitute this year!
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Hop to it! Egg prices have dropped just in time for Easter
Easter Sunday may commemorate a sacred rise, but the cost of eggs is staying blessedly low this year.
https://billypenn.com/2025/04/17/easter-egg-prices-drop-holiday-fun/
6 months ago
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Welp...
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Whisky and wine insiders say Trump's tariffs will be "a lot worse than people think" for Americans
Trump hit Europe with 20% tariffs, but a Virginia wholesaler says Americans could see 30% price hikes on some wines, and even U.S. producers face higher costs.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-tariffs-europe-wine-scotch-whisky-higher-prices-american-consumer/
6 months ago
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I wrote about murals.
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Public artworks to check out in Philly this spring
Weâve curated a list of beloved public murals, sculptures, graffiti and more to explore just in time for warm weather
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/28/philly-public-art-murals-sculptures-graffiti-diy-tour/
7 months ago
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I wrote about eggs.
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Philly restaurants hike prices to keep eggs on the menu
Beloved Philly breakfast spots have raised prices and arenât expecting relief, even with reports of egg costs coming down.
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/22/philly-restaurants-raise-egg-prices/
7 months ago
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It finally happened
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Philly breaking the Portal is the least surprising story of 2025
The large interactive public art installation arrived in LOVE Park in October 2024 Maybe we should be impressed it lasted five months before needing repairs.
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/26/philly-portal-vandalized-new-location/
7 months ago
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Should I be on Signal now too?
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The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans
U.S. national-security leaders included me in a group chat about upcoming military strikes in Yemen. I didnât think it could be real. Then the bombs started falling.
https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/03/trump-administration-accidentally-texted-me-its-war-plans/682151/
7 months ago
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Love this Philly/Chicago crossover moment at the PMA!
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The Philadelphia Museum of Art celebrates Christina Ramberg
Ramberg explored female body image through faceless, fetishized closeups in the â60s and â70s that could fit in at any contemporary gallery.
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/18/philadelphia-museum-of-art-christina-ramberg-exhibit/
7 months ago
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The team behind the Bok building has acquired UArts' iconic Hamilton Hall. They aim to honor the building's creative legacy and continue expanding spaces for artists in the city
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Scout aims to transform two UArts buildings as artistsâ havens
The female-led design firm aims to honor University of the Artsâ legacy by creating new spaces for artists. The first hurdle: funding.
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/11/scout-uarts-buildings-auction-hamilton-furness-bok/
7 months ago
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Are milk-carton shaped glasses the future of cocktails? Probably not, but this cereal-inspired one is still fun.
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Phillyâs cereal cocktail bar offers up nostalgic, kitschy charm
The latest drink âexperienceâ from Bucket Listers offers up silly, breakfast-themed cocktails, but they're not cheap.
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/07/philly-cereal-cocktail-bar-bucket-listers-review/
7 months ago
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New World Cup poster alert!
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Philly unveils 2026 FIFA World Cup poster at the annual PHS Flower Show
Artist Nicholas McClintock showed off his winning design at the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show today through a giant re-creation made from hydrangeas, carnations, roses and more.
https://billypenn.com/2025/03/05/philly-unveils-2026-fifa-world-cup-poster-phs-flower-show/
8 months ago
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It's still soup season...
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15 Philly soups to get you through the end of winter
These hearty favorites from Billy Penn and WHYY staff will help keep your belly full till spring.
https://billypenn.com/2025/02/27/15-cozy-soups-to-get-you-through-the-end-of-winter/
8 months ago
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Any Philly girls interested in jazz should check out this jam with
@keyofshejazz.bsky.social
on Sunday!
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Free jazz jam for girls in Philly this weekend
Key of She is leading jazz workshops at the Settlement Music School this Sunday for female and nonbinary students of all levels.
https://billypenn.com/2025/02/26/key-of-she-jazz-jam-for-girls-philadelphia/
8 months ago
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Julia Binswanger
Billy Penn at WHYY
8 months ago
Itâs been eight months since UArts told its employees they had a week to pack up their belongings and vacate forever. Billy Penn checked in with former staff to see how theyâve processed and mourned the closure of the iconic Philly art school.
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âIt feels like something important to us diedâ: More UArts staff reflect on its closure
We interviewed some of the UArts leadership about the schoolâs sudden closure. Now, more staff share how theyâre doing eight months later.
https://billypenn.com/2025/02/24/university-arts-staff-updates-part-2/
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byline! Now go forth and dine!
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East Passyunk Restaurant Week 2025: Dishes and deals
East Passyunk Restaurant Week runs through March 7, with a nod to value. Its organizers talk about deals, dishes and what to expect.
https://billypenn.com/2025/02/24/east-passyunk-restaurant-week-2025/
8 months ago
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Just moved back to Philly. Also moving from the website formerly known as Twitter.
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