Kristin Hunt

Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

June 12, 2025

History

Oscar-winning Native American actor Wes Studi to receive honor in Philly

by Kristin Hunt

Wes Studi, the only Native American actor to receive an Academy Award, will be honored Thursday at the Museum of the American Revolution. The 'Last of the Mohicans' star shared his views on history, Trump and revolution.

June 12, 2025

Weekend

Art for the Cash Poor and a boozy book fair: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

This weekend in Philadelphia features a book fair with beer at Evil Genius, car-free streets in Center City, and affordable art under $250 in Old Kensington.

June 12, 2025

Protests

How Philadelphia became the central hub of the anti-Trump 'No Kings' protest

by Kristin Hunt

Over 1,800 anti-Trump 'No Kings' protests are scheduled for Saturday, June 14, the same day as the military parade in Washington, D.C., celebrating the president's birthday and formation of the U.S. Army. Philadelphia is hosting the flagship 'No Kings' demonstration.

June 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Rhubarb cocktails are all the rage at Philly bars. Here's where to find them

by Kristin Hunt

Philly bars and restaurants are serving seasonal rhubarb cocktails for the spring and early summer. Get a twist on the martini or Manhattan at Middle Child Clubhouse, a.bar, Forsythia, River Twice, Honeysuckle and Otto's.

June 10, 2025

Celebrities

Rob McElhenney ranks Philly celebrities based on their Eagles knowledge

by Kristin Hunt

Rob McElhenney went on web series 'Hot Ones Versus' with 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' co-stars Glenn Howerton and Charlie Day. During the show, McElhenney ranked Philly celebrities on their Eagles fandom, claiming Bradley Cooper was more knowledgeable about the team than Quinta Brunson, Kevin Hart and Will Smith.

June 10, 2025

Music

Japanese Breakfast debuts new song for 'Materialists' soundtrack

by Kristin Hunt

Japanese Breakfast has released a new song for 'Materialists' soundtrack. 'My Baby (Got Nothing at All)' ties into the rom-com's themes of searching for the right match. The movie stars Pedro Pascal, Chris Evans and Dakota Johnson.

June 9, 2025

Business

Ballers, a pickleball and golf complex, to open in former electric company hub in Fishtown in July

by Kristin Hunt

A social sports complex offering pickleball, golf and squash will open at the Battery building in Fishtown in July. Ballers, a chain with investments from David Blitzer, Andre Agassi and Sloane Stephens, has additional locations planned in Boston and Miami.

June 9, 2025

Development

An environmental plan that would eliminate parking spots is dividing Fishtown residents

by Kristin Hunt

The School District of Philadelphia will begin construction on a new rain garden and wider stormwater management project at Hackett School in September. Some neighbors raise contamination concerns and say they'll lose parking spots.

June 9, 2025

Movies

'Mare of Easttown' creator's new movie based on 2018 Calif. wildfire is coming to Apple TV+ this fall

by Kristin Hunt

'Mare of Easttown' creator Brad Ingelsby co-wrote the Apple TV+ movie 'The Lost Bus,' streaming this fall. It stars Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera. The disaster film is about the 2018 Paradise, California, wildfire.

June 5, 2025

Streaming

What to stream: 'Sirens,' 'Alien' and 'The Birdcage'

by Kristin Hunt

'The Birdcage' and 'Some Like It Hot' are new to Prime for Pride month. Need other streaming recommendations for June? 'Sirens' hit Netflix in late May, while 'Alien' and 'The Verdict' are now on Hulu and Max, respectively.