Temple University Multimedia Storytelling
Where we go past the headlines and straight to the streets of Philadelphia
Construction of the Viaduct Rail Park has the potential to put homeless living situation in jeopardy. Michael Garden of Friends of the Rail Park addresses the organization's stance on the situation and discusses solutions. https://youtu.be/6tucO-bw4iA
Transformation Tuesday isn’t just one day a week anymore. Through the nation people are grabbing onto the trend of making their body’s look more appealing in and outside of clothing. Some say people are becoming obsessed with the gym and the lengths people go to get the body they want. How far is too far,... Continue Reading →
Grace is a junior journalism major. She also is the Managing Editor at The Temple News and interns for The Philadelphia Inquirer on its news features desk. She has a passion for reporting and has worked at other publications like WHYY’s PlanPhilly and London-based Alphr.com. Her favorite topics to write about include health, addiction and general... Continue Reading →
Gail Vivar is a junior at Temple University studying journalism. She loves visiting New York City and complaining about how slow people walk. Gail loves being an aunt and a daughter to her large family despite their constant nagging about her horrible singing. She hopes to be working in New York City for a music... Continue Reading →
For most college students, weekend nights consist of roaming around the outskirts of campus looking for a party – or any place providing alcohol, really. For Declan Romano and his housemate’s Dave Curran and John Bullick however, the party comes to them. Deacon Romano, 21, is a local musician who performs with his newly formed... Continue Reading →
Mutt Airbrush and Art Supply at 608 S. 4th St. can add some color to your lifestyle. Whether it's a portrait, clothing designs, shoes, helmets, or anything that you think could be airbrushed, Mutt has mastered them all and most of his work can be perfected in under an hour. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9VlKhZN2as&feature=youtu.be
While most soup kitchens simply provide those in need with a hot meal, The Church of the Advocate's Advocate Cafe encourages and provides assistance for people to improve their lives in many aspects. A major issue with people struggling is that they get into a comfort zone with their local organization, and are inhibited by... Continue Reading →
Unknown to many, the Voltage Lounge is one of the best hidden gems in the city if you're interested in local musicians. Take in the ambient scenery and "electric" atmosphere, while also learning about the experience it provides from the mouth of a first time visitor. https://youtu.be/Bl0Bclf2GII
For most college students, the years after graduation are spent furthering another persons dream. Whether through internships or entry-level positions, everyone resigns themselves to it at some point. Richard Bieniek had other ideas. Bieniek, a 21-year-old student at La Salle University, has wasted no times in striving towards his goals. Along with being an International... Continue Reading →
Jake Galli has never played an instrument. He can't read a sheet of music. All he can do is watch, listen and enjoy, which is more than enough for him. But the Phoenixville, Pa. native, who is in his third year studying journalism at Temple University, was recently assigned to cover local musicians and bands in the... Continue Reading →
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