Voice: Olivia Kram

NFC Championship Game in Philadelphia
Plan to do a little Bird-watching this Sunday? Here’s a round up of the best things to do, eat and wear to celebrate our Eagles making it one step closer to the Super Bowl.
By Olivia Kram
Suck it Musk?
Why The Citizen is not abandoning X despite — actually, because of — the divisiveness and disinformation that abounds
By Olivia Kram
The Specialest Philly Specials Record Ever?
Can the Philly Specials’ third holiday record — featuring Stevie Nicks and Mt. Joy — sway a Christmas music grinch? A song-by-song review
By Olivia Kram
Do You Remember Your First Time?
Philadelphia citizens reflect on where they were, who they chose and what it felt like the first time they ... voted.
By Olivia Kram
My Week of Eating Local
Cooking and consuming ingredients that are grown near where you live is good for the environment and your health. But is it worth the cost and effort in Philly?
By Olivia Kram
The Sicilian Inheritance
In her new Philly novel, bestselling author and podcaster Jo Piazza explores a century-old murder, women’s strengths — and her own unresolved family mystery. Then, she turned it into a true crime podcast
By Olivia Kram
Dear Eagles Fans, Let Jason Kelce Retire
It’s time to say good-bye to Fat Batman. Not because he’s way past his football prime, but because we Eagles fans love him and his family too much to jeopardize his — and our — future together
By Olivia Kram
How Special is A Philly Special Christmas Special?
The Citizen’s music reviewer (OK, social media manager), strongly dislikes Christmas music — yet strongly loves the Eagles. Here, she reviews Kelce and co.’s latest holiday album — all of it
By Olivia Kram
The Breakup, Phillies-Style
Red October has ended in heartbreak. A Philly sports fan goes through the stages of loss — without an ounce of regret.
By Olivia Kram
Philly, Take Your Outdoor Activities … Indoors
Rain, haze and heat make it tough to be outside in Philly this summer. Here, some places to go to feel like you’re outdoors while inside
By Olivia Kram