Kristen BalderasWhat I DoI produce, shoot, and edit video stories with a focus on capturing our vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene. Behind the scenes at Macy’s Christmas Light ShowKristen Balderas Jan. 13, 2025Link copied to clipboardAn inside look at how Irish potatoes are madeStutz Candy Co. in Hatboro, Pennsylvania makes Irish potatoes seasonally for St. Patrick's Day.Kristen Balderas March 1, 2022Link copied to clipboardVideo: At least 13 people, including 7 children, dead in fatal Fairmount rowhouse fireA large house fire in Philadelphia’s Fairmount section caused fatalities early Wednesday morning, officials have confirmed at least 13 people were killed.Rodrigo Torrejón, Alejandro A. Alvarez, and Kristen Balderas Jan. 5, 2022Link copied to clipboardFashion is Eagles safety Rodney McLeod's other passion. And he's using it to empower Philly youth.Rodney McLeod lives by the mantra, "You look good. You feel good. You play good."Kristen Balderas Dec. 3, 2021Link copied to clipboardWatch: Sylvester Stallone visits Philadelphia for one-time only screening of Rocky IV Director's CutSylvester Stallone visited Philadelphia for a one-time only screening of Rocky IV Director's Cut. The new cut of the film is now streaming on demand.Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboardAn inside look at Vernick Wine Shop & Tasting Menu, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Kristen Balderas, Craig LaBan, and Astrid Rodrigues Nov. 4, 2021Link copied to clipboardWatch 300 drones fly in Philadelphia in celebration of new Penn Medicine hospital The PavilionDid you see light-up images over Philly last night? Penn Medicine flew 300 drones in Fairmount Park to celebrate The Pavilion, a new Penn Medicine hospitalKristen Balderas Oct. 28, 2021Link copied to clipboardVideo: How Wells Fargo Center crews transform the arena from ice to hardwood within hoursOn days of a hockey and basketball double-header, the turnover from ice rink to court must happen in a three-hour window between games.Kristen Balderas April 6, 2022Link copied to clipboardMaking homemade dumplings for Lunar New Year with Baology's Judy Ni | Let's Eat, Philly!Join Baology's Judy Ni in her home kitchen as she makes pork, shrimp and spinach dumplings for Lunar New Year.Kristen Balderas Feb. 1, 2022Link copied to clipboardVideo highlights from a year in recoveryIn between the news, we introduced you to the people who make Philadelphia what it is — the dancers, the teachers, the healers. This is The Inquirer's first Year in Video.Astrid Rodrigues, Raishad Hardnett, Kristen Balderas, Lauren Schneiderman, Jessica Griffin, Monica Herndon, and Tyger Williams Dec. 22, 2021Link copied to clipboardMeet Elizabeth Halen, the Philly baker serving Butter Cake in Reading Terminal|Let's Eat, Philly!Go behind the scenes with Halen to learn about Butter Cake, a regional dessert that can be served at Thanksgiving, or be enjoyed year round at Flying MonkeyKristen Balderas Nov. 23, 2021Link copied to clipboardVideo: Sylvester Stallone talks athletes using Rocky as motivation with a nod to "another Rocky"Sylvester Stallone talks aspiring boxers with a nod to "another Rocky" at the one-time only screening of 'Rocky IV: Rocky VS. Drago The Ultimate Director's Cut'Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboardAn inside look at River Twice, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Astrid Rodrigues, Kristen Balderas, and Craig LaBan Nov. 2, 2021Link copied to clipboardAn inside look at Sweet Amalia Market & Kitchen, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Craig LaBan, Kristen Balderas, and Astrid Rodrigues Oct. 27, 2021Link copied to clipboardTime-lapse of Wells Fargo Center event floor changeoverA crew transforms the Wells Fargo Center from the Flyers ice to the Sixers hardwood.Kristen Balderas April 6, 2022Link copied to clipboardVideo: The Inquirer's best tips for ice skating this winterThe Inquirer's Jamila Robinson and Ellen Dunkel visit Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink in Center City to give you their best tips for ice skating this winter.Ellen Dunkel, Jamila Robinson, and Kristen Balderas Jan. 12, 2022Link copied to clipboardChristmas Clear Toy is a centuries-old treat handcrafted at Shane Confectionery | Let's Eat, Philly!Clear Toy candy dates back over 200 years. Watch how Shane Confectionery, America’s oldest confectionery, makes the traditional holiday treat in Philly.Kristen Balderas Dec. 15, 2021Link copied to clipboardA children's retreat for Philly's victims of gun violence reveals the need for trauma therapyNearly 50 children who have lost loved ones to gun violence take a trip from Philadelphia to the Poconos to receive trauma counseling.Raishad Hardnett, Astrid Rodrigues, Lauren Schneiderman, Helen Ubiñas, and Kristen Balderas Nov. 22, 2021Link copied to clipboardVideo: Sylvester Stallone opens up about the 'Rocky steps' at Rocky IV director's cut screeningSylvester Stallone talks 'Rocky steps' at the one-time only screening of 'Rocky IV: Rocky VS. Drago The Ultimate Director's Cut'Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboardAn inside look at Kalaya, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Craig LaBan, Kristen Balderas, and Astrid Rodrigues Oct. 29, 2021Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
Behind the scenes at Macy’s Christmas Light ShowKristen Balderas Jan. 13, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Behind the scenes at Macy’s Christmas Light ShowKristen Balderas Jan. 13, 2025Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at how Irish potatoes are madeStutz Candy Co. in Hatboro, Pennsylvania makes Irish potatoes seasonally for St. Patrick's Day.Kristen Balderas March 1, 2022Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at how Irish potatoes are madeStutz Candy Co. in Hatboro, Pennsylvania makes Irish potatoes seasonally for St. Patrick's Day.Kristen Balderas March 1, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Video: At least 13 people, including 7 children, dead in fatal Fairmount rowhouse fireA large house fire in Philadelphia’s Fairmount section caused fatalities early Wednesday morning, officials have confirmed at least 13 people were killed.Rodrigo Torrejón, Alejandro A. Alvarez, and Kristen Balderas Jan. 5, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Video: At least 13 people, including 7 children, dead in fatal Fairmount rowhouse fireA large house fire in Philadelphia’s Fairmount section caused fatalities early Wednesday morning, officials have confirmed at least 13 people were killed.Rodrigo Torrejón, Alejandro A. Alvarez, and Kristen Balderas Jan. 5, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Fashion is Eagles safety Rodney McLeod's other passion. And he's using it to empower Philly youth.Rodney McLeod lives by the mantra, "You look good. You feel good. You play good."Kristen Balderas Dec. 3, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Fashion is Eagles safety Rodney McLeod's other passion. And he's using it to empower Philly youth.Rodney McLeod lives by the mantra, "You look good. You feel good. You play good."Kristen Balderas Dec. 3, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Watch: Sylvester Stallone visits Philadelphia for one-time only screening of Rocky IV Director's CutSylvester Stallone visited Philadelphia for a one-time only screening of Rocky IV Director's Cut. The new cut of the film is now streaming on demand.Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Watch: Sylvester Stallone visits Philadelphia for one-time only screening of Rocky IV Director's CutSylvester Stallone visited Philadelphia for a one-time only screening of Rocky IV Director's Cut. The new cut of the film is now streaming on demand.Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at Vernick Wine Shop & Tasting Menu, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Kristen Balderas, Craig LaBan, and Astrid Rodrigues Nov. 4, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at Vernick Wine Shop & Tasting Menu, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Kristen Balderas, Craig LaBan, and Astrid Rodrigues Nov. 4, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Watch 300 drones fly in Philadelphia in celebration of new Penn Medicine hospital The PavilionDid you see light-up images over Philly last night? Penn Medicine flew 300 drones in Fairmount Park to celebrate The Pavilion, a new Penn Medicine hospitalKristen Balderas Oct. 28, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Watch 300 drones fly in Philadelphia in celebration of new Penn Medicine hospital The PavilionDid you see light-up images over Philly last night? Penn Medicine flew 300 drones in Fairmount Park to celebrate The Pavilion, a new Penn Medicine hospitalKristen Balderas Oct. 28, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Video: How Wells Fargo Center crews transform the arena from ice to hardwood within hoursOn days of a hockey and basketball double-header, the turnover from ice rink to court must happen in a three-hour window between games.Kristen Balderas April 6, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Video: How Wells Fargo Center crews transform the arena from ice to hardwood within hoursOn days of a hockey and basketball double-header, the turnover from ice rink to court must happen in a three-hour window between games.Kristen Balderas April 6, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Making homemade dumplings for Lunar New Year with Baology's Judy Ni | Let's Eat, Philly!Join Baology's Judy Ni in her home kitchen as she makes pork, shrimp and spinach dumplings for Lunar New Year.Kristen Balderas Feb. 1, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Making homemade dumplings for Lunar New Year with Baology's Judy Ni | Let's Eat, Philly!Join Baology's Judy Ni in her home kitchen as she makes pork, shrimp and spinach dumplings for Lunar New Year.Kristen Balderas Feb. 1, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Video highlights from a year in recoveryIn between the news, we introduced you to the people who make Philadelphia what it is — the dancers, the teachers, the healers. This is The Inquirer's first Year in Video.Astrid Rodrigues, Raishad Hardnett, Kristen Balderas, Lauren Schneiderman, Jessica Griffin, Monica Herndon, and Tyger Williams Dec. 22, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Video highlights from a year in recoveryIn between the news, we introduced you to the people who make Philadelphia what it is — the dancers, the teachers, the healers. This is The Inquirer's first Year in Video.Astrid Rodrigues, Raishad Hardnett, Kristen Balderas, Lauren Schneiderman, Jessica Griffin, Monica Herndon, and Tyger Williams Dec. 22, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Meet Elizabeth Halen, the Philly baker serving Butter Cake in Reading Terminal|Let's Eat, Philly!Go behind the scenes with Halen to learn about Butter Cake, a regional dessert that can be served at Thanksgiving, or be enjoyed year round at Flying MonkeyKristen Balderas Nov. 23, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Meet Elizabeth Halen, the Philly baker serving Butter Cake in Reading Terminal|Let's Eat, Philly!Go behind the scenes with Halen to learn about Butter Cake, a regional dessert that can be served at Thanksgiving, or be enjoyed year round at Flying MonkeyKristen Balderas Nov. 23, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Video: Sylvester Stallone talks athletes using Rocky as motivation with a nod to "another Rocky"Sylvester Stallone talks aspiring boxers with a nod to "another Rocky" at the one-time only screening of 'Rocky IV: Rocky VS. Drago The Ultimate Director's Cut'Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Video: Sylvester Stallone talks athletes using Rocky as motivation with a nod to "another Rocky"Sylvester Stallone talks aspiring boxers with a nod to "another Rocky" at the one-time only screening of 'Rocky IV: Rocky VS. Drago The Ultimate Director's Cut'Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at River Twice, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Astrid Rodrigues, Kristen Balderas, and Craig LaBan Nov. 2, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at River Twice, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Astrid Rodrigues, Kristen Balderas, and Craig LaBan Nov. 2, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at Sweet Amalia Market & Kitchen, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Craig LaBan, Kristen Balderas, and Astrid Rodrigues Oct. 27, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at Sweet Amalia Market & Kitchen, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Craig LaBan, Kristen Balderas, and Astrid Rodrigues Oct. 27, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Time-lapse of Wells Fargo Center event floor changeoverA crew transforms the Wells Fargo Center from the Flyers ice to the Sixers hardwood.Kristen Balderas April 6, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Time-lapse of Wells Fargo Center event floor changeoverA crew transforms the Wells Fargo Center from the Flyers ice to the Sixers hardwood.Kristen Balderas April 6, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Video: The Inquirer's best tips for ice skating this winterThe Inquirer's Jamila Robinson and Ellen Dunkel visit Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink in Center City to give you their best tips for ice skating this winter.Ellen Dunkel, Jamila Robinson, and Kristen Balderas Jan. 12, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Video: The Inquirer's best tips for ice skating this winterThe Inquirer's Jamila Robinson and Ellen Dunkel visit Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink in Center City to give you their best tips for ice skating this winter.Ellen Dunkel, Jamila Robinson, and Kristen Balderas Jan. 12, 2022Link copied to clipboard
Christmas Clear Toy is a centuries-old treat handcrafted at Shane Confectionery | Let's Eat, Philly!Clear Toy candy dates back over 200 years. Watch how Shane Confectionery, America’s oldest confectionery, makes the traditional holiday treat in Philly.Kristen Balderas Dec. 15, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Christmas Clear Toy is a centuries-old treat handcrafted at Shane Confectionery | Let's Eat, Philly!Clear Toy candy dates back over 200 years. Watch how Shane Confectionery, America’s oldest confectionery, makes the traditional holiday treat in Philly.Kristen Balderas Dec. 15, 2021Link copied to clipboard
A children's retreat for Philly's victims of gun violence reveals the need for trauma therapyNearly 50 children who have lost loved ones to gun violence take a trip from Philadelphia to the Poconos to receive trauma counseling.Raishad Hardnett, Astrid Rodrigues, Lauren Schneiderman, Helen Ubiñas, and Kristen Balderas Nov. 22, 2021Link copied to clipboard
A children's retreat for Philly's victims of gun violence reveals the need for trauma therapyNearly 50 children who have lost loved ones to gun violence take a trip from Philadelphia to the Poconos to receive trauma counseling.Raishad Hardnett, Astrid Rodrigues, Lauren Schneiderman, Helen Ubiñas, and Kristen Balderas Nov. 22, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Video: Sylvester Stallone opens up about the 'Rocky steps' at Rocky IV director's cut screeningSylvester Stallone talks 'Rocky steps' at the one-time only screening of 'Rocky IV: Rocky VS. Drago The Ultimate Director's Cut'Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboard
Video: Sylvester Stallone opens up about the 'Rocky steps' at Rocky IV director's cut screeningSylvester Stallone talks 'Rocky steps' at the one-time only screening of 'Rocky IV: Rocky VS. Drago The Ultimate Director's Cut'Kristen Balderas Nov. 12, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at Kalaya, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Craig LaBan, Kristen Balderas, and Astrid Rodrigues Oct. 29, 2021Link copied to clipboard
An inside look at Kalaya, one of 2021’s best restaurants in PhillyFor more, check out our <b><a href="https://www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/restaurant-guide-philadelphia-inquirer-2021-20211007.html">2021 dining guide</b></a>.Craig LaBan, Kristen Balderas, and Astrid Rodrigues Oct. 29, 2021Link copied to clipboard