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 13, 2024

New 'Jeopardy!' Invitational Tournament features contestant from Philadelphia

by Franki Rudnesky

Celeste DiNucci, an arts director from Philadelphia, is one of 27 players set to compete in the first 'Jeopardy!' Invitational Tournament. DiNucci, who earned her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and works in the city, won the Tournament of Champions in 2007.

March 13, 2024

Shopping

Temple alum expands Philly sports apparel business to include bridal wear

by Franki Rudnesky

Taylor Zubkousky, a Flyers cheerleader and Temple University alum, has been selling Philly sports-themed apparel through her Made by Taylor Nicole company for four years. She has now added bridal-themed clothing to her business.

March 12, 2024

Adult Health

Women may achieve more health benefits with less exercise compared with men, study finds

by Franki Rudnesky

Women may receive more health benefits, and lower their mortality risk more, than men with less-than or equivalent amounts of physical activity, according to a new study that examined links between sex and exercise benefits.

March 11, 2024

Joey Graziadei goes on overnight dates in Mexico in latest ‘Bachelor’ episode

by Franki Rudnesky

On the ninth episode of 'The Bachelor' Season 28, Montgomery County-native Joey Graziadei took the remaining three contestants — Rachel Nance, Kelsey Anderson and Daisy Kent — on dates in Tulum, Mexico. Each date ended with the possibility of a private overnight date in the 'Fantasy Suites.' Delaware County's 'Golden Bachelor' contestant Susan Noles made a cameo to offer advice to one of the contestants.

March 11, 2024

Celebrities

Bradley Cooper makes 'Abbott Elementary' cameo in special post-Oscars episode

by Franki Rudnesky

Bradley Cooper makes a cameo In the latest episode of 'Abbott Elementary,' which aired after the 2024 Academy Awards. Cooper was nominated at the Oscars for his film 'Maestro,' but didn't win any awards. His 'Abbott Elementary' cameo mentions some of the movies he has appeared in over the years.

March 11, 2024

Wellness

Do you wear makeup while exercising? Here's how it may affect your skin

by Franki Rudnesky

Wearing cream foundation on the face during aerobic exercise may cause dryness of the skin and clogged pores, according to a new study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. The study followed 43 college students who wore foundation on half of their faces while engaging in a 20-minute treadmill workout.

March 10, 2024

Streaming

Gwynedd Mercy University featured on Amazon's 'The College Tour' series

by Franki Rudnesky

Gwynedd Mercy University, located in Montgomery County, has been featured on Season 10 of Amazon Prime's 'The College Tour' series. The new episode takes viewers on a tour of the university's 145-acre campus in Gwynedd Valley while highlighting student stories.

March 10, 2024

Family-Friendly

Museum of the American Revolution to offer family-friendly 'spring break' activities

by Franki Rudnesky

The Museum of the American Revolution is hosting special spring break activities from Saturday, March 23 through Sunday, April 7. The events include crafts, in-gallery talks and neighborhood walking tours.

March 10, 2024

Entertainment

South Jersey's Dominic Sessa, who rose to fame with 'The Holdovers,' to star in new film

by Franki Rudnesky

South Jersey-native actor Dominic Sessa, who broke through with a role in the Oscar-nominated film 'The Holdovers,' will star alongside Rose Byrne and Demi Lovato in the upcoming drama, 'Tow.'

March 7, 2024

Entertainment

Joey Graziadei's friend runs weekly 'Bachelor' watch parties at Urban Saloon

by Franki Rudnesky

Urban Saloon in Fairmount hosts 'The Bachelor' watch parties every Monday night, coinciding with new episodes of the ABC dating show that's starring Montgomery County's Joey Graziadei. A video taken at a recent party went viral.