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City Cast Pittsburgh

Join Megan Harris and the City Cast Pittsburgh team every weekday morning for a fast-paced daily news podcast that will get you talking and make you question what’s going on here in Western Pennsylvania. City Cast Pittsburgh is a smart new way to connect with neighbors in the Steel City you know and love. Add us to your feeds and subscribe to our daily newsletter, at pittsburgh.citycast.fm.today!

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42:15

Higher Taxes, Ozempic Limits & 50 Years of Terrible...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/12

Your taxes could be going up. City Council and Pittsburgh Public Schools both officially proposed increases for next year. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and producer Sophia Lo explain how we got here and how much extra you might be paying if the tax hikes do, in fact, get approved. Plus, they discuss a new direct flight to one of Pittsburgh's favorite places, new state restrictions on GLP-1 drugs, the Terrible Towel's big milestone birthday, and your final opportunity to snag

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41:37

Tallest Christmas Tree, Lucky New Year's Treat & More...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/11

Are you the kind of Pittsburgher who always shows up to Light Up Night and puts up your holiday decorations right after Halloween? Today, we're bringing together a few local media outlets to see who knows the most about our city's seasonal traditions, and we want you to play along with us! We're asking questions about our prolific pop-up bars, iconic local commercials, and favorite winter events. What was your final score? Tell us how you did at our TRIVIA HOTLINE at 412-212-8893. Thanks to our

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39:11

Are Pittsburgh Schools Closing or Not?!

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/10

Pittsburgh Public Schools spent two years and a quarter million dollars on a plan to save money and make the district more equitable — only for the school board to reject it in the 11th hour. The controversial plan would've closed and consolidated a bunch of schools and made other dramatic changes to address declining enrollment, a growing deficit, and student achievement gaps, but many worried it was happening on a rushed timeline. Now the district is back to the drawing board and considering a tax

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40:29

How 2015 Shaped Pittsburgh's Food Scene

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/09

Some of our favorite restaurants are celebrating their 10th anniversaries! That includes places like Driftwood Oven (home of the ever-popular sourdough pizza) and Butterwood Bake Consortium (known for its late night cakes). What was happening a decade ago that allowed these restaurants to flourish — and how did they change Pittsburgh's food scene? Post-Gazette dining critic Hal B. Klein joins host Megan Harris to discuss his Class of 2015 series and share how spots like Senti and Scratch & Co

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36:12

Gifts To Buy a Pittsburgher Right Now

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/08

We are inching closer and closer to the holidays, and if you've been putting off your shopping, we want to help you find the perfect Pittsburgh gift! Host Megan Harris is with writer and historian Virginia Montanez, who's been putting together a yinzer gift guide for nearly two decades, to share their topics for 2025.Plus, the rest of the City Cast Pittsburgh team got in on the fun. Get our recommendations for home decor, food and drink, and more. Get more from City Cast Pittsburgh when you

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46:15

Fireball, Ferris Wheel & More Self-Driving Cars

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/05

The Esplanade development finally broke ground in Chateau, after nearly a decade of planning, which means we're one step closer to a permanent Ferris Wheel on the North Side. Plus, there are fresh hopes and dreams for Station Square now that a new developer is taking over. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and producer Sophia Lo discuss what they'd like to see on the riverfront site, why alcohol sales are dipping in PA (and why Pennsylvanians can't get enough of Fireball and pink

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23:53

Brooklyn Pizza, Pappy Maple Bourbon Latte & RIP Bae...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/04

If you love coffee and pizza, then you're in luck. Pittsburgh's got a bunch of new cafes and restaurants with plenty of warm drinks and delicious slices. Producer Sophia Lo and newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco are deep diving the menus, plus discussing other new eats around the city, from noodle shops to a Mexican spot.We're so sad Bae Bae's closed! Where should we be getting japchae instead? Call or text our KOREAN FOOD HOTLINE at 412-212-8893. Learn more about the sponsors of this December

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22:41

Pittsburgh’s Worst Snowstorms and Cold Snaps

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/03

The 2026 Farmers' Almanac predicted that Pittsburgh would see its first snow around December 1, and if the rest of their forecast pans out, then we're in for a "chill, snow, repeat" winter. As we break out our shovels and salt, we've been wondering how often our region actually deals with this kind of winter weather and when it’s been bad enough to break records or shut down the city. Host Megan Harris and newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco are digging into the worst snowstorms and cold snaps in

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23:18

Why Pittsburgh's $6 Million City Plan Might Stall Out

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/02

Pittsburgh officials agreed to pay $6 million last year to make a master plan — a blueprint for how the city should grow and improve over the next 25 years. But now many months in, City Council and some community leaders say the contractor responsible for gathering ideas didn’t do enough. Should we have gotten more bang for our buck? And if Council quits now, how much money can we get back? Post-Gazette reporter Hallie Lauer joins host Megan Harris to explain why the expensive plan might stall out

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27:52

Your Guide to December 2025 in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/12/01

We are in the thick of the holiday season here in Pittsburgh, and there's so many ways to bask in the glow of cheery light displays. Explore a photography exhibit, shop at seasonal markets, and consider getting a pretzel to celebrate New Year's. Plus, if you want to lean into the festive spirits, be sure to visit one of the city's many pop-up holiday bars.Want to make a request for our holiday music show? Call our HOLIDAY MUSIC HOTLINE at 412-212-8893, and let us know what song you want to hear,

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46:13

The Must-Buy Gift From Every City Cast City...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/26

Join City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their

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29:58

Why Shopping Small and Local Helps Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/25

99% of Pittsburgh's businesses are considered "small," and so many of our favorite small businesses make about a third of their revenue for the whole year during the holidays. So while you might be tempted by Amazon's Black Friday Deals, consider perusing a neighborhood's main street on Small Business Saturday instead. Host Megan Harris is with YaJagoff's Rachael Rennebeck to make the case for shopping small all year long.Feeling inspired to support small and local shops? Visit one of our many

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16:54

The Fight Over How to Spell Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/24

It's Pittsburgh's birthday week! To celebrate, we're diving into some history about how our city spells its name. Today, we all agree that Pittsburgh ends with an H, but in our earlier days, people were very split on the issue. We’re bringing back a conversation between host Megan Harris and historian and author Virginia Montanez to learn about the basic rules of how we spell things (really), why Pittsburgh was so bad at it (shocking), and how newspapermen and intellectuals made everything worse

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41:01

More Food Trucks in City Parks? Plus, 'Hot'...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/21

Good news for food truck lovers! The city just made it easier for mobile vendors to set up shop. Host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk share why new rules could open the door for taco trucks, mobile pizza ovens, and more in your favorite city park. Plus, they dig into new reports about Pittsburgh's hottest housing markets and richest neighborhoods, explain why it's not entirely a good thing that we lead the nation in home inheritance, and discuss a proposed cell phone ban in

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27:12

The Best Holiday Pop-Up Bars in Pittsburgh in 2025

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/20

'Tis the season for grabbing a festive cocktail at one (or 10) of Pittsburgh's holiday pop-up bars. With so many to choose from, how do you decide what's worth a visit? Food influencer Karen Hoang joins host Megan Harris to share her favorite spots and tips for planning the ultimate festive night out – or even an elaborate bar crawl.Want even more recommendations? Check out our full list of local holiday pop-up bars and small business markets. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th

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23:30

Your Pittsburgh Holiday Movie Watch List

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/19

Does "Die Hard" count as a Christmas movie? We're stretching the definition of "Pittsburgh holiday movie" to its limits and talking about the many films loosely connected to our city this festive season. Host Megan Harris is with Josh Axelrod, a founding member of the Pittsburgh Film Critics Association and director of communications at The Lindsay Theater and Cultural Center, to talk about the most famous holiday movies, the one corner of Sewickley popping up over and over in Hallmark films, and

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26:51

Can the Democratic Party Suck Less?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/18

If you step outside of Pittsburgh, our region is becoming increasingly red. More and more voters are registering as Republicans, and Democrats have lost their advantage in places like Beaver, Washington, Fayette, and Westmoreland counties. Host Megan Harris is sitting down with Eugene DePasquale, chair of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, to discuss his plan for winning back voters (and attracting new ones), where he thinks his own party messed up, and what some big Democratic wins in Pennsylvania

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15:06

6 Cool Freebies You Can Snag With Your Library Card

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/17

It's the perfect time of year for cozying up with a good book, but if you're looking for other activities, the library still could be the place to start. The Carnegie Libraries offer everything from power tools to ukuleles. Plus, if you're thinking about baking, consider borrowing holiday cookie cutters instead of buying your own. We're bringing back a conversation between City Cast's Mallory Falk and Francesca Dabecco, where they dive into everything the library has to offer — besides its

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50:01

Fetterman's Flip and Fall, McCormick's Icky Vid &...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/14

We have finally have a state budget, our national government is opening back up, and Sen. John Fetterman just dropped a new memoir spilling the tea on why he and Gov. Josh Shapiro no longer speak. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and producer Sophia Lo discuss the latest political news. Plus, they explain why the Post-Gazette's three-year-long strike isn't necessarily over, despite lots of celebration.Read the court rulings we referenced about the P-G labor dispute here and

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29:55

In This Economy?! How To Buy a House in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/11/13

The Washington Post just wrote a whole article about how we're one of the most affordable cities for home buyers, but if you already live here and aren't moving from a more expensive place, the sticker price and repair costs of our extremely old homes can be completely overwhelming. We're revisiting our conversation with Anne Schwan, a homeownership counselor at NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania, about what you need to know before you start browsing Zillow and what kind of financial support is

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