Can Philly’s Art Scene Survive the Funding Squeeze?

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June 25, 2025 • 31 mins

In our weekly politics episode, we discuss how with major funding sources like the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities facing cuts, many cultural organizations around the region are feeling the strain. City Council recently approved $5 million for the Philadelphia Cultural Fund in the 2026 fiscal year budget – a big win for the arts and cultural sector. In Harrisburg, Pennsylvania state lawmakers are going through budget negotiations; will they support our region’s creative community? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Patricia Wilson Aden, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, about this funding. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Eastern State Penitentiary Jeff D'Ambrosio Auto Group Philadelphia Canoe Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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