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

October 5, 2025 26 mins
Host Brian Taff and the Panelists looked at the politics that caused the Federal Government Shutdown, talked about the approval ratings for PA Governor Josh Shapiro and Senator John Fetterman plus discussed the latest on the New Jersey Governor's Race between Mikie Sherrill (D) and Jack Ciattarelli (R) and who's ahead in the polls leading into their last debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell and the panel speak about the New Jersey gubernatorial race after the first televised/streaming debate between candidates Mikie Sherrill (D) and Jack Ciatarrelli (R). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards and the Panel open with a frank discussion on how to navigate these politically turbulent times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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This week on Inside Story, Matt O'Donnell and our panel of insiders dissect the stopgap solution for SEPTA funding: who won, who lost, who caved? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Brian Taff interviewed Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson about SEPTA, violence numbers dropping in the city, future plans for 2026 and his 'resilience' in the public eye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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August 31, 2025 26 mins
Do YOU use ChatGPT? This Sunday's show is all about getting acquainted with generative AI and how it will shape our world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Brian Taff hosts as our panel of Insiders talk about the SEPTA Standoff.  If things stay on the current track, public transit across the region is about to undergo fundamental  change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sarah Bloomquist talks to Lynda Kellam. She is a local data librarian and a founding member of the Data Rescue Project and Save Our Signs campaign for National Parks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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What if registered Independents could vote in Pennsylvania Primaries? Host Tamala Edwards talks with TV and Radio Host Michael Smerconish about his involvement in suing the PA State Supreme Court for 'Open Primaries', as the number of Independent and third party voters grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panel discussed Coldplay-Gate: The Affair that broke the internet and how the loss of privacy in this 'going viral' world has shaped our society.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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In this week's Inside Story, Sarah Bloomquist talks to our panel of insiders about a number of issues, including the AFSCME DC 33 strike. Who were the winners and losers and will the rank and file vote yes on the deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards talks with Congressman Brendan Boyle (D) - A Ranking Member on the House Budget Committee - about the potential impact of the President Trump tax and spending bill on PA Residents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell sat down with the one, the only BEN FRANKLIN!  As one of America's Founding Fathers and signer of the Declaration of Independence, they discussed his impressive list of 'Firsts' and what he's most proud of inventing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Matt O'Donnell sits down with the General Manager of SEPTA Scott Sauer about what can be done to get the services back on track - literally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Brian Taff and the Panel discussed the massive turn out for the 'No Kings' Protest in Philadelphia and what that signals to the current administration.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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With images of ICE agents chasing farm workers through fields, scooping up non-citizens from hardware store parking lots and outside schools, Brian Taff and the panel of insiders enter the intense debate over the ICE immigration raids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Tamala Edwards and the Panel went back and forth on a myriad of topics including; Philadelphia's sanctuary city vs. 'welcoming city' status, how the political headwinds of the current administration will affect Pennsylvania residents, how both political parties are currently fairing with the Latino and the male demographic, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Matt O'Donnell and the Panel took a deep dive into the future of AI and the workforce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Tamala Edwards and our panel of insiders talk about District Attorney Larry Krasner's victory in the Pennsylvania primary and the possibility that his opponent, Patrick Dugan, will face off against him again in the fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Host Sarah Bloomquist and the Panel discussed where the Philadelphia District Attorney's race stands a few days before the Primary Election Day on Tuesday, May 20th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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