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Radio Guest List—Museum of the American Revolution, Philadelphia, PA—June 17, 2017

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Locations in this article:  Philadelphia, PA
Image Credit: Alessandra Taryn

Image Credit: Alessandra Taryn

This week, the Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show broadcasts from the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Philadelphia was one of the crucial hubs of the American Revolution, which makes the city’s Historic District the perfect place for its newest, all-encompassing museum. This museum explores the dynamic story of the American Revolution, using its expansive collection of art, manuscripts, and printed works from the Revolutionary Period. Immersive galleries, dynamic theaters, and recreated historical environments engage people in the history and continuing relevance of the American Revolution. Sandy Lloyd, Historian at Historic Philadelphia, Inc., drops by to discuss Robert Morris’ contribution to the Second Continental Congress and Philly’s committed ongoing fight for equality. Irene Levy Baker, Author of 100 Things To Do in Philadelphia Before You Die, shares with us the best food Philly has to offer. Mike Solomonov, James Beard Foundation Award Winning Chef, reveals how he looks at cuisine as a whole by merging different cuisines. There’s all of this and more as the Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show broadcasts from the Museum of the American Revolution.

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Sean Kelley, Director of Public Programming and the Senior Vice President at Eastern State Penitentiary, discusses the cruelty of solitary confinement and elaborates on the historic past of the prison-turned-museum which features a Halloween exhibit “Terror Behind the Walls.”

Adam K. Thiel, Fire Commissioner at Philadelphia Fire Department, talks about the physical challenges of being a firefighter and their cooperation with American Red Cross to ensure every home has a fire alarm. He also reminisces about his college years as a history major and recommends his favorite restaurant in Philly.

Sandy Lloyd, Historian at Historic Philadelphia, Inc., examines Robert Morris’ contribution to the Second Continental Congress. She also explains how Fort Mifflin has become a symbol of American resilience, and discusses Philly’s committed ongoing fight for equality.

Irene Levy Baker, Author of 100 Things To Do in Philadelphia Before You Die, introduces us to the Reading Terminal Market, where you can get ethnic food and Philly delicacies. She suggests going to Victor’s Café, where every server is an opera singer and will spontaneously break into song. She also recommends where to take great pictures for social media, such as Franklin Square and Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens.

Mike Solomonov, James Beard Foundation Award Winning Chef and Owner of two Israeli restaurants, discloses how he looks at cuisine as a whole by merging different cuisines. He further elaborates on the authenticity of his dishes and how they are made by hand. He emphasizes the importance of taking bread seriously and explains that people always come for a signature dish.

Michael Quinn, CEO at the Museum of the American Revolution, talks about Philadelphia as the only world heritage city in North America. He shares that the Museum’s purpose is to tell the story of how we became the American people.

Craig LaBan, Restaurant Critic and Drink Columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, gushes that Philly has really stepped into its own light over the last two decades—after being stuck in the shadows of New York and Washington, D.C. He describes Philly as a great neighborhood dining scene, where personable people know their customers, and where food has become a part of pop culture.

By Keefe Liu for PeterGreenberg.com