6abc’s Inside Story

6abc’s Inside Story

Philadelphia’s favorite political conversation is now available as a podcast. Each week, the “insiders” will join Action News anchors for behind the scenes details about the stories you think you know, and new stories that you probably haven’t heard yet. For decades, political junkies and politicians themselves have been watching "Inside Story" to be in the know.

Episodes

May 4, 2025 28 mins
Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panel talked about two bombshell books on the 2024 election with local ties - "Fight" by Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes claiming Governor Josh Shapiro gave a list of demands in his vice president interview with then VP Kamala Harris, and Philadelphia/Lower Merion raised Jake Tapper's new book "Original Sin" looks at the claimed cover-up of President Joe Biden's decline. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
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Host Tamala Edwards and the Panel discuss a myriad of local issues and topics that will have an impact on our hyper-local community and economy now and the future.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Brian Taff and the Panelists went deep with their insight and reflections on the political violence that took place at the Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panelists start with the question... "Should Congress Members be banned from trading stocks?" This as a Freshman Congressman representing Lackawanna County, PA made 2.69 million just this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards and the Panelists dissect the President Trump 'Liberation Day' and proposed tariffs and the local impact.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panelists discuss a myriad of topics, including a thoughtful discussion on why vandals targeted the 'Philadelphia Portal' in LOVE Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this week's Inside Story, Matt O'Donnell sits down with Republican U.S. Senator Dave McCormick for an exclusive interview here at our 6abc studios. The freshman Senator offers his thoughts on working across the aisle, DOGE, tax cuts and the new Trump economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Brian Taff and the Panel discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker's recent budget address to Philadelphia City Council and how she's asking some of the local thriving medical and educational institutions to 'invest' more into the region.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards interviews Newsmaker David L. Cohen, Ambassador to Canada (retired) about the tariffs imposed by President Trump's Administration on Canada and other countries and how they will effect everyday consumers in our region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Sarah Bloomquist and the panel discussed a myriad of topics including the impact on the local economy by the ongoing federal layoffs and President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of the government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards and the Panel discuss Mayor Cherelle Parker's new H.O.M.E Initiative launch that vows to create and/or restore 30,000 affordable homes in Philadelphia during her tenure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell and the panel wore their green and discussed the big Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl win through the lens of leadership as Head Coach Nick Sirianni and MVP Quarterback Jalen Hurts were under-estimated throughout the various seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards and the panel discussed Governor Josh Shapiro's 2025 budget address, what's in it, what's not and how his choices will inform the future of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Sarah Bloomquist and the panel discussed the tragic mid-air plane/helicopter collision that killed 67 people near Washington, D.C. and the tone of President Donald Trump's press briefing the day after, including pushing blame to the cause of the incident to DEI efforts with the FAA - Federal Aviation Administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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They discuss the top priorities for his office, how he is already communicating and collaborating with Governor Shapiro, City of Philadelphia Mayor Parker, and many of the local county District Attorneys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Brian Taff interviews U.S. Congressman Brendan Boyle and the Panel discusses the big news of the 76ers reaching a deal with Comcast Spectacor to keep the NBA arena in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards interviews New Jersey U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D) on becoming the 1st Korean-American to serve in this capacity in the country. He discusses his new role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this week's inside story Tamala Edwards chats with the insiders about the lessons we can all learn from the life and legacy of Jimmy Carter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Matt and the panel take the long view for 2025 and beyond with some big picture topics like the impact of social media, what humans should invent next, the issue with empty center city offices and how significant will the influence be of Artificial Intelligence? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Matt O'Donnell interviews Rep. Joanna McClinton (D) - Pennsylvania Speaker of the House. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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