Epstein's Penn Connection, Mosque Damaged in Attack & Freedom Fuel Opens
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The episode discusses the opening of Freedom Fuel gas stations in Philadelphia, Jeffrey Epstein's connections to the University of Pennsylvania, and an arson attack on a local mosque.
Philly takes center stage as Freedom Fuel, the cheap gas stations promoted by President Trump, opened in the city this week. Executive producer Matt Katz and senior producer Abby Fritz also cover how convicted child trafficker Jeffrey Epstein tried to recruit women from the University of Pennsylvania. And they give context on the arson attack on a mosque in the Northeast. City Cast Philly Neighbors get a members-only segment on the hidden gardens of Philly and an upcoming Neighbors event at the historic Wyck Historic House and Garden. Want to join the City Cast Philly team at Wyck? Become a Neighbor and keep an eye out in your inbox for an invitation to sign up for the event. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Northeast Philly mosque damaged in arson attack, authorities say Delco man arrested after alleged antisemitic threats on Gov. Josh Shapiro Inside Jeffrey Epstein’s attempts to recruit women from Penn Documents show how Jeffrey Epstein tried to court renowned Penn Psychology professor Martin Seligman Who was Jeffrey Epstein? The disgraced financier with powerful associates Trump-promoted Freedom Fuel gas stations are opening around…
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