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Join curator and documentarian Conrad Benner as he hosts conversations with the creative minds shaping the world around us. For the last 15 years, Conrad has been exploring the art of Philadelphia’s public space through photography and video, earning critical acclaim and millions of monthly views across social media. Named ‘One of The Most Influential People in…
It’s not everyday a street artist gets the attention of The Washington Post, but over the last year an individual new to both Philly and art has caught the eyes of many. This artist goes by the name Make It Weird (and EmEyeWhisky, and MIW; know as “Em” for short). And in addition to critical…
Keep readingThere’s an artist in Philadelphia creating their own blueprint, and we think you’ll find her vision and path really fascinating. This artist is developing a personal artistic practice while working within established Philly arts institutions and simultaneously building their own. Her goals are many, but at her core is a drive to help people feel…
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Keep readingIf you’re on our side of the social media algorithms, you’ve likely also seen many videos from different Philadelphians hoping for a Zohran Mamdani-type to rise in Philly politics. And, as we see it, there are a number of City and State politicians who might fit the criteria. Today’s guest is one of them. ***…
Keep readingIf we were to make a Mount Rushmore of artists who’ve changed Philadelphia, today’s guest would likely be at the top of most people’s list: Meg Saligman. Meg is a self-described champion of humans. She’s an artist and muralist who has produced over 40 permanent public artworks worldwide, including some of the world’s largest public…
Keep readingThere’s truly no one like R. Eric Thomas. A television writer, playwright, bestselling author, and the writer of a nationally syndicated advice column and weekly humor newsletter, Eric’s a man of fierce observation and stirring wit. Oh, and he was literally the very first guest on the Streets Dept Podcast back in 2017. In this episode,…
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