South Fellini Presents Legends of Philadelphia

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Legends of Philadelphia: (F)Art Museum Jul 12, 2021

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Philadelphia is home to plenty of great art, culture, and history, and no one structure brings those three things together like the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Loftily situated at the top of the Parkways it serves as a gateway to kelly drive and fairmount park. It’s such a big deal that we only have time for a brief history of this amazing museum and the most valuable art in its vast collection.

The Botched Bicentennial Jul 05, 2021

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Planners of Philadelphia’s Bicentennial celebration in 1976 hoped to showcase the growth and ambitions of the city while also commemorating the two-hundredth anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The big celebrations drew millions of Americans to the city in the summer of ’76. It also provoked conflict and ultimately failed to fulfill the dreams of the city and its planners. So, today we’re going to take a disappointing trip to the 1976 Bicentennial Celebration.

Ye Olde Bars of Philadelphia Jun 28, 2021

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The city is re-opening, nature is healing itself, and your favorite bar is back. Or maybe it’s not. Lot’s of popular watering holes don’t survive under the best conditions. Whereas others have endured gentrification, prohibition, and revolutions. That kind of longevity can only be earned, painstakingly, over time. So today we’re going to wet our whistle at the oldest operating bars in Philadelphia.

Sir Charles Barkley In Charge Jun 21, 2021

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Charles Wade Barkley is a former professional basketball player and current analyst on Inside the NBA. Nicknamed "Sir Charles" and "the Round Mound of Rebound," Barkley was an 11-time NBA All-Star, an 11-time member of the All-NBA Team, and the 1993 NBA Most Valuable Player. But his professional career began in Philadelphia alongside Moses Malone and Dr. J. So today we’re going to do a deep dive on Charles Barkley’s Seventy Sixers.

Mr. Softee’s Secret Menu Jun 14, 2021

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Mister Softee, is an American ice cream truck franchise, best known in the northeastern US for it’s classic trucks, catchy theme song, and distinctive mascot. Their army of 600 ice cream trucks lure children into the street with delightful Icy Treats on the Hottest Days of Summer. Mr Softee company is based in Runnemede, New Jersey but it’s origins are right here in Philadelphia. So join us as we order from Mr Softee’s Secret Menu.

Princess Grace Kelly's Shore House Jun 07, 2021

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Grace Kelly was born in Philadelphia on November 12, 1929. Prior to becoming royalty or a famous actress, Grace spent her summers in Ocean City, New Jersey. Her family’s home still stands on the corner of 26th and Wesley Avenue, across the street from the ocean. She worked on the boardwalk and hung out on the beach, while day dreaming of a fairy tale future. So, today we’re going to take a trip down the expressway to Princess Grace’s shore house.

Errors & Omissions: 2 Out Of 3 Ain't Bad May 31, 2021

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We are doing things a lil differently this week. Trov can’t be with us because he and his wife just had a baby. So he’s busy. It just so happens this is also our “skip week” where we take a break from the regular format. One of the most fun things about doing Legends of Philadelphia are all the great comments, emails, and DMs we get on the social medias. Listeners clued us in when we were wrong and shared new stuff that we didn’t know before. So, today we’re going to dig through the last ten episodes and talk about what’s next.

David Lynch in Philadelphia May 24, 2021

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David Lynch is an American filmmaker and screenwriter who is best known for his uniquely disturbing and mind-bending visual work. He has developed his own unique cinematic style in which he has been dubbed "Lynchian" and is characterized by the dreamy juxtaposition of the cheerfully mundane with the shockingly macabre that often defies explanation. And the time he spent in Philly was his biggest inspiration. So settle in as we take a surreal tour through David Lynch’s Philadelphia.

The Athletics: Philadelphia's Winningest Baseball Team May 17, 2021

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This week the Oakland Athletics, a Major League Baseball franchise, has been given permission by the MLB to move out of town. This isn’t the first time the A’s have moved, they used to operate out of Kansas City but they actually originated right here in Philadelphia. They were a very successful baseball team while they were here, so, we’re going to take this opportunity to talk about Philly’s winning-est baseball team.

Larry Fine: The Philly Stooge May 10, 2021

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Louis Feinberg, known professionally as Larry Fine, was an American actor, comedian, violinist, and boxer, best known as a member of the comedy act the Three Stooges. Their hallmark styles were farce, slapstick, and funny noises. Along with Moe and Curly, Larry helped define humor for generations with their physical comedy work. So grab a custard pie and join us as we ask “hey, what’s the big idea?”.

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