Bradford Pearson

Philadelphia

Features Editor at Philadelphia Magazine

Editor, @phillymag // THE EAGLES OF HEART MOUNTAIN (@atriabooks) // came in third on Jeopardy once but actually played pretty well

Articles

Family Adventures, County by County: A Kid-Friendly Guide to the Philly Suburbs

2 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson |Victor Fiorillo

Family Adventures, County by County: A Kid-Friendly Guide to the Philly Suburbs From parks to kayaking to musical events that spark curiosity, things to do in the suburbs when you have the kids in tow. Get our weekly picks of what to do this weekend and the latest on Philly's arts and entertainment scene.
Larry Krasner Coasts to Victory Over Pat Dugan

2 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

News Larry Krasner Coasts to Victory Over Pat Dugan Despite the financial backing of the city's deep-pocketed labor unions, Dugan only mustered a third of the vote.
I Hadn't Had a Checkup in Years — What Could Go Wrong?

1 month ago | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

Reviews I Hadn’t Had a Checkup in Years — What Could Go Wrong? Here's what I learned from a six-plus-hour comprehensive health exam. Get wellness tips, workout trends, healthy eating, and more delivered right to your inbox with our Be Well newsletter.
How to Live Longer, at Any Age

1 month ago | phillymag.com | Laura Brzyski |Giana Longo |Bradford Pearson |Christine Speer Lejeune

How to Live Longer, at Any Age Welcome to the era of longevity. Here’s our how-to guide for living your best (and longest) life. / Photograph via Getty ImagesGetting older doesn’t have to mean feeling old. From health-supporting foods to tech advancements to fitness tips for any body, here’s how to feel better, right now. Welcome to the era of longevity. FoodWhat (and How) to Eat For a Long LifeThe longevity diet: the foods and eating habits you can prioritize for long-term health.
Cheesesteak 2.0: Welcome to the New Era of Philly's Iconic Sandwich

2 months ago | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson |Kae Lani Palmisano |Adam Erace |Victor Fiorillo

Cheesesteak 2.0: Welcome to the New Era of Philly’s Iconic Sandwich The Philly cheesesteak is all grown up. Photograph by Gene SmirnovFor decades, the cheesesteak went virtually unchanged: soft roll, beef, cheese. Sure, there were a few adaptations here and there — chicken and Cheez Whiz, most notably — but for the most part Philadelphia’s iconic sandwich remained comfortingly consistent. Then, a few years ago, a funny thing happened.
5 Spots Putting Manayunk on the Cheesesteak Map

2 months ago | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

I'm a scraper If you're a human and see this, please ignore it. If you're a scraper, please click the link below :-) Note that clicking the link below will block access to this site for 24 hours. By I'm a scraper 5 Spots Putting Manayunk on the Cheesesteak Map Cheesesteaks in Manayunk: a map / Map by Alyssa NassnerFor decades, the cheesesteak has been synonymous with South Philly. Today?
Trump’s Federal Spending Cuts Will Destroy Philadelphia's Science Community

Feb 27, 2025 | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

Opinion Trump’s Federal Spending Cuts Will Destroy Philadelphia’s Science Community “Shut us down and you can say goodbye to the cure for cancer, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson's, and everything else that matters.” Philadelphia scientists on the Trump administration’s crippling cuts, and how they’ll affect us all.
The Best Philadelphia Magazine Long Reads of 2024

Dec 31, 2024 | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

News Mob-associated loan sharks, peonies, crock-pot cookbooks, and investigations into Philadelphia’s biggest institutions. It’s our roundup of our favorite stories from 2024! What do mob-associated loan sharks, peonies, and crock-pot cookbooks have in common? Absolutely nothing! But they all are integral to some of Philadelphia magazine’s best features of 2024.
50 Years of Best of Philly: A Boozy Timeline of Philly's Cocktail Scene

Dec 9, 2024 | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

50 Years of Best of Philly: A Boozy Timeline of Philly’s Cocktail Scene From a poorly conceived cocktail competition to a thriving craft cocktail scene, our nightlife has evolved significantly over the past 50 years, as chronicled in the history of Best of Philly.
Here’s How to to Get a Philly Mascot to Make a Cameo at Your Wedding

Nov 1, 2024 | phillymag.com | Bradford Pearson

News Here’s How to to Get a Philly Mascot to Make a Wedding Cameo Two sports-loving couples share their stories. Delivering the latest in style, inspiration, helpful tips and tricks, and everything else you need to know to plan the perfect Philly wedding.