Ever since I picked up issue #0 at the Elite event a few months back I've seen grid get better and…read morebetter. It's definitely dedicated 100% to better sustainability in Philadelphia, and it dishes it all out on 100% recycled paper. So far I've been in debt to the how to tidbits the most. But then again how could you possibly go wrong with anything that teaches you how to make your own microwaveable popcorn, can your own tomatoes, and make pizza using an iron skillet. You can also learn about useful things like how to make your apartment greener. But my minds obviously on the food :) and the features have been dead on. Issue one went in depth on the local foods that Honey's dishes out on your plate, and dedicated the bulk of it's issues to biking in Philly. And issue #1 took a look at the possibility of solar power in Philly's future, and started a feature where you can ask Philadelphia's Director Of Sustainability a question each issue. And with the food issue right around the corner it looks like Grid should be getting better and better.

I first discovered Grid Magazine while sipping on an Aztec Mocha latte at Mugshots in Fairmount…read more Looking for some reading material to cozy up with on the couch, I scanned the rack of usual suspects in the way of free publications and saw there was a newcomer to the mix. Printed on recycled paper and distributed around the city, the mag is focused on the sustainability efforts of Philadelphia. Not only are the layout and photography easy on the eye, but the content is spot-on. They get us. And not just in a common denominator "GO EAGLES! PHILLY RULES! CHEESESTEAKS! BOBBY CLARKE! WILL SMITH! Your town sucks!" kind of way (not that we're not good for that too). But our monopoly over the sport of trashtalk isn't all we've got going for us. Features include restaurant profiles that would make any locavore swoon, seasonal recipes to make the best use of your weekly CSA grab bag (roasted heirloom tomato soup with jalapeño yogurt, anyone??), a great how-to section, and articles on local government and businesses that speak to the cause. Grid magazine is thoughtful, well-executed, and full of information. For that, I keep back issues as resources with tabs on places I'd like to hit up or things to try at home later. Next on my agenda? Taking on their master list of bánh mì.

How cool is this magazine?? It is like Philly finally grew up and got a shiny new classy stylish…read moremag for ourselves! Kudos to John Colabelli and Kristen for bringing this uber cool rag to the streets!

When the Philadelphia Independent stopped production it left a hole on the shelves and in the…read morehearts of many Philadelphia artsy types that don't feel the 'alternative' newsweeklies are alternative enough. Daydreamer is not a broadsheet with ironic, old fashioned graphics, but it is a voice for the alternative art scene. With feature articles and interviews with artists, bands and restauranteurs, Daydreamer is not just a vehicle for advertising. In fact, theres none to be found. It seems to be funded by the generosity of donors. What I really appreciate about the mag is that they understand the importance of layout to a magazine. A lot of alternative art publications that are underfunded and ideal-driven tend to think just anything goes. This magazine is fresh, visually engaging and filled with good stuff.

Brand new issue where are yooooooooooou?…read more The full blown super gloss hype of 215 Mag is still very much alive and well in Philly. Yet it just feels likes it's been months since I've seen a new issue come out. I've been along the print road long enough to know that it's a hard thing to do in these times. But of late it seems like 215 isn't even being consistently released as a quarterly. And at this rate by the time a new issue comes out, the city of Philadelphia leaves to many stories on the plate for the magazine that bears it's area code to cover. At least The website does a good job of keeping it fairly up to date. But I hope they prove me wrong and hook up a new issue soon!

215 = a magazine that fills me with Philadelphia pride…read more The magazine is, of course, quite hip - but somehow, it doesn't get too pretentious, or, hipster. 215 covers the overwhelming mix of cultures that make this city so unique - through art, music, fashion, and stunning photography. This magazine truly captures the heartbeat of the city in ways that Philadelphia Magazine, City Paper, and Philly Weekly are so sadly out of touch with. This ain't no Sixth Borough - it's Philadelphia. We're here, and we're happening.

Sweet, another bad ass first for McThrill. Wonka vision is the OG of Philly music zines and it's…read moredefinitely the most widespread. 11 years ago it was a black and white newspaper print that had The Descendents on the cover. and now its sporting Tegan and Sara on the cover in all of its full glossy glory. It definitely came a long way! When it comes to music Wonka Vision covers a lot of ground. If you skim through on the surface you'll primarily come across a lot of hardcore and punk rock (they definitely like Converge and Operation Ivy as much as I do) but if you actually read through you'll come across plenty of hip hop, rock, and fun bands like Polysics. and when they decide to take a break on music they decide to do random features on the likes of Todd McFarlane and Homestar Runner. and through it all they still find time to give it up for the locals. Wonka Vision is also about sweet deals and coolness. They hook up they're subscribers with bad ass record label exclusives (sometimes they even hook up graphic novel exclusives). and on top of all that Wonka Vision is a record label that features the likes of Philly's own Zolof The Rock & Roll Destroyer. Hot damn!

Al Dia News Media is more than just a Philadelphia Spanish paper. They host outstanding events you…read morecan find on Eventbrite and are great for networking and learning more about what is happening in the community. They provide and share current news commentary on Twitter and other social media sites keeping us connected with what's happening right now. If you are a business trying to connect with the Latino community this is the paper you want to use. They have the perfect distribution practically on every corner in the Latino community. You will even find the paper in mostly all the Latino restaurants so it's pretty much everywhere. I'm really interested and supportive of the community work the Al Dia News Media has and I recommend everyone support them. :)

Al Dia must have one of the best distribution teams around, because theirs is the one smallish…read morePhiladelphia paper I seem to see on EVERY street corner. The paper is the leading Spanish language news source Spanish in Philadelphia. Unfortunately, the quality of the writing isn't stellar---it's essentially what you'd expect from a local English paper in San Jose, Costa Rica. And the pieces aren't exactly the most timely, ether. The other day I looked at a piece about how American presidents of the past have dealt with immigration: interesting, on a certain level, but not exactly something you'd read in the New York Times (or a leading Latin American newspaper, like Reforma in Mexico City.) But, honestly, I guess I'm also a little uncomfortable with "newspapers" that represent very specific groups: political, ethnic, whatever. My parents used to get the Jewish Exponent delivered to the house, and even as a kid I used to think: THIS is supposed to be journalism?

If you want a copy and you live in South Philly try the Oregon Market on 3rd & Oregon Ave.read more

THE Best non commercial Radio Station on the freakin Planet hands down. Their call letters WXPN, or…read morejust XPN has come to mean Experimental Pennsylvania Network to all who are lucky enough to be able to receive their signal on the radio dial 88.5 FM [can also be streamed digitally]   Throughout the course of time I've been one of those lucky ones who has always been able to show support through donations and in turn have received a non stop musical value that I can never put a price on. They literally play EVERYTHING on this station from Classic Rock, Funk, Blues, Hip Hop, and Alternative all entirely commercial free. They rely solely on donations from listeners who have had enough of crappy commercial radio. It is such a Killer venue for incredible music that I find myself writing this Review for this one-of-a-kind Amazing Radio Station. Come And Get Your Tunes On!!

FINALLY!! on 6/4/2025. a DJ that played great music!!! BB…read moreKing, Bob Dylan so sorry it ended at 3!!! So refreshing!!! Tired of rap, country and "one hit wonders" by "local" one hit wonders. I often have to hit the next station more and more. ESPECIALLY from 6am to 10!!!!!!