Franki Rudnesky

Franki Maria Rudnesky is a staff writer for PhillyVoice, with interests in entertainment, social media, pop culture, education and the arts. Franki has worked as a staff writer, copy editor, and social media manager for The Hammonton Gazette. Before that, she was a digital intern and production assistant for NBC10. She is a South Jersey native who received her master's degree from Villanova University and her bachelor's from Saint Joseph's University.

franki@phillyvoice.com

March 25, 2025

Health News

People who suffer from 'broken heart syndrome' are twice as likely to be readmitted to the hospital

by Franki Rudnesky

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a weakening of the heart's left ventricle brought on by severe emotional or physical stress. Heart abnormalities brought on by the condition typically clear in a few weeks, but patients who have had broken heart syndrome are twice as likely to be readmitted to the hospital compared with the general population, according to a new study.

March 24, 2025

Prevention

Eating more fruit and dairy products may reduce the risk of tinnitus

by Franki Rudnesky

Tinnitus is the perception of sound that doesn't have an external source. It can manifest as ringing or buzzing in the ears. A new study suggests consuming fruit, fiber, dairy and caffeine may lower the risk of getting tinnitus.

March 24, 2025

Entertainment

Former 'Golden Bachelor' contestant Susan Noles returns to reality TV in new Hulu series

by Franki Rudnesky

Susan Noles, a contestant on 'The Golden Bachelor' in 2023, will compete on Hulu's new reality series 'Got To Get Out.' The show begins streaming Friday, April 11, and follows 20 competitors, including multiple reality stars, as they compete to take home $1 million.

March 23, 2025

Health News

Aldi shredded cheese recalled due to potential metal contamination

by Franki Rudnesky

Aldi has recalled 4,800 pouches of Happy Farms by Aldi finely shredded Colby Jack cheese because it may be contaminated with stainless steel fragments, according to the FDA. The recalled product was distributed to four states, including Pennsylvania.

March 23, 2025

Entertainment

Jonas Brothers to perform at Citizens Bank Park this summer on 20th anniversary tour

by Franki Rudnesky

The Jonas Brothers will play Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Aug. 14 as part of the 'Jonas20: Living the Dream' tour, which is celebrating two decades of music by the trio of brothers from New Jersey. The presale will be Thursday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and general ticket sales begin Friday, March 28, at 10 a.m.

March 23, 2025

Entertainment

Quinta Brunson to return as guest star in final season of 'Big Mouth' on Netflix

by Franki Rudnesky

'Abbott Elementary' creator and star Quinta Brunson, a Philly native, will guest star on the eighth and final season of the Netflix series 'Big Mouth,' which begins streaming May 23. Since 2020, Brunson has made several appearances on the animated series as the character Quinta Foreman.

March 20, 2025

Entertainment

Tina Fey and Colman Domingo are pals on vacation in new trailer for Netflix series 'The Four Seasons'

by Franki Rudnesky

'The Four Seasons,' which was created by and stars Upper Darby native Tina Fey, will premiere May 1 on Netflix. The show, based on a 1981 film of the same name, follows a group of friends that vacation throughout the year and are forced to contend with a surprising breakup. West Philly native Colman Domingo also stars. The first teaser was released Thursday.

March 20, 2025

Music

Disney's 'Snow White' remake includes new songs by Ardmore's Benj Pasek

by Franki Rudnesky

Disney's 'Snow White' remake, which hits theaters Friday, contains new music written by Ardmore native Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The new songs by the EGOT winners include 'Princess Problems' and 'Waiting on a Wish,' which Zegler performed last week on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

March 19, 2025

Entertainment

Philadelphia Orchestra parodies 'Severance' ahead of Apple TV+ show's season finale

by Franki Rudnesky

The Philadelphia Orchestra has released a 'Severance' themed commercial ahead of the Apple TV+ show's season finale, which premieres Friday. The video was filmed in the Kimmel Center and features Philadelphia Orchestra employees and goats from the Philly Goat Project nonprofit.

March 19, 2025

Recreation

Atlantic City airshow will return this summer after being canceled in 2024

by Franki Rudnesky

Visit Atlantic City is bringing back the Atlantic City airshow for July 15-16. The event was canceled in 2024 and had been called off for this summer before Wednesday's announcement that it will return. Participants and events will be announced as the airshow gets closer.