Kristin Hunt
Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.
February 19, 2025
TV
Sitting on a unique business idea? Pitch it to 'Shark Tank' in April
'Shark Tank' is holding an open casting call at Rivers Casino in Philadelphia on Friday, April 11. The ABC reality show last recruited talent in the city in 2017. Past contestants from the area include Aaron Krause of Scrub Daddy.February 18, 2025
TV
Brian Tyree Henry rips off the wrong drug dealer in 'Dope Thief' trailer
The new trailer for the Apple TV+ show 'Dope Thief,' which is set in Philadelphia and filmed in the area, shows stars Brian Tyree Henry and Wagner Moura ripping off dangerous drug dealers. The adaptation of the Dennis Tafoya book premieres Friday, March 14.February 18, 2025
History
Independence Seaport Museum to exhibit intricate toy, model boats from the early 19th to late 20th centuries
The Independence Seaport Museum will open a new permanent exhibit of toy and model boats on Thursday, March 20. The collection includes miniatures of the USS Indianapolis and Baltimore.February 17, 2025
Music
Meek Mill, D'Angelo to play Roots Picnic this summer
The 2025 Roots Picnic will feature Meek Mill, D'Angelo and Lenny Kravitz, among others. The music festival takes place Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1, at the Mann Center in Philadelphia. The lineup also includes GloRilla, Miguel, Jeezy, Pusha T and 2 Chainz.February 17, 2025
TV
Tan France discusses his pajama collection and favorite tiramisu in Philly ahead of 'Queer Eye Live'
Tan France and the rest of the Fab Five are coming back to Philly for the first stop on their 'Queer Eye Live' tour. The show will be held Wednesday, Feb. 19. The fashion expert talked pajamas and dad style in this interview.February 17, 2025
Health News
Infant deaths increased in states that implemented abortion bans, study finds
Infant deaths rose in states that implemented six-week or total abortion bans, according to new research. The increases were higher among Black babies, and those with congenital anomalies or in the South.February 17, 2025
Family-Friendly
St. Patrick's Day parade adopts service theme for March 16 event in Center City
Philadelphia's annual St. Patrick's Day parade will be held Sunday, March 16. A Havertown pub owner will serve as grand marshal.February 14, 2025
Pets
Eagles fans brought their pets to the Super Bowl parade
The Eagles paraded through Philadelphia on Friday and many fans had their dogs dressed for the occasion. Here are some photos of the pets that came to the parade.February 14, 2025
Music
Here are the songs Eagles fans had on their playlists for the Super Bowl parade
Eagles fans created their own soundtrack to the Super Bowl parade Friday with their portable speakers, playing Kendrick Lamar, the 'Rocky' theme and other songs. Here's a playlist of their picks.February 13, 2025
Weekend
Super Bowl parade and a Gritty crawl: Your weekend guide to things to do
The Eagles Super Bowl championship parade is expected to draw large crowds Friday. Other weekend events in Philly include a Gritty crawl for 215 Day and Presidents Day activities at the Museum of the American Revolution.Just In
- New Jersey residents with criminal convictions now can serve as jurors
- These local movie theaters are giving out free popcorn on Jan. 19
- City hopes 2026 will be turning point for LOVE Park's vacant 'flying saucer'
- Wawa's shelfless, all-digital store at Drexel University to close Jan. 21
- Game ball, three stars, and snap count analysis: Wild Card Round, Eagles vs. 49ers
- Joel Embiid, Paul George questionable for Sixers-Raptors on Monday after missing front end of back-to-back
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