Chad Gelfand

Journalist

United States

Chad Gelfand is a graduate of Temple University. He has hosted a radio show, podcast, as well as written for Temple's radio station WHIP.

Also during his time, a Temple Gelfand wrote for the community-focused website Philadelphia Neighborhoods.

Previously, Gelfand has also written for Black Sports Online, Fansided's "Daily DDT" website, "The Wrestling Estate,"Static Media's "The List" website, and NFL content for "Last Word on Sports."

Currently, Gelfand is a freelance writer and seeking the opportunity to write about stories particularly in the fields of pro sports, pro wrestling and entertainment.

Portfolio
The Wrestling Estate
03/10/2020
WWE's Most Extensive Attempt At Tackling Race - The Wrestling Estate

Remember when the Hart Foundation, Degeneration X and Nation of Domination talked about that uncomfortable elephant that's always in the room: Race and Racism? "Attitude" was beginning to infiltrate every aspect of, at the time, WWF programming. DX's raunchy, sexually suggestive antics pushed the envelope at every turn.

The Wrestling Estate
05/17/2018
Is It Kofi Kingston's Time to Shine?

Xavier Woods recently responded to a fan's tweet asking if he would make himself world champion if he had "all powers." A silly premise, but Woods gave a serious (well, partially serious) answer. Because I would be happier seeing @TrueKofi become heavyweight champion than I would be if I became heavyweight champion.

PhiladelphiaNeighborhoods
05/09/2019
Brewerytown: Former Foster Youth Find Opportunity at The Monkey and The Elephant

Lisa Miccolis' desire to change the foster care system began after she visited South Africa in 2008. There, she met a 16-year-old Zimbabwean refugee who would lose his refugee status at 18 and have to return to Zimbabwe. Watching the lives of youth change the instant they turned 18 and lost access to support services...

PhiladelphiaNeighborhoods
06/05/2019
Whitman: Library Play Spaces Bring Active Learning Across the City

Upon entering the Whitman Free Library at 2nd and South Philip streets, it is impossible not to notice the wooden tower stacked to the ceiling in the center of the children's section. At first glance, a structure like this may seem out of place in a library, but the play space is a staple for...