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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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58:14

Why Corey O'Connor Wants To Be Pittsburgh's Next Mayor

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/21

There are four candidates in Pittsburgh's mayoral race, and we're asking each person why they think they're the right person to lead our city. This week, Host Megan Harris is talking with Corey O'Connor. He's served as Allegheny County Controller — the county’s top financial watchdog — since 2022, and was an elected member of City Council for over 10 years in District 5. He's also the son of our late former Mayor Bob O'Connor.This is the second installment of our "Mayoral Mondays" series. Stay

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39:05

Shapiro Attack, Paid Sick Leave & Why Data Centers...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/18

What exactly is a data center, and why does Pittsburgh have so many? We're sharing the latest on the arson attack against Gov. Josh Shapiro at the official mansion in Harrisburg; why the two men who jumped off PPG Place didn't break any records; and how you can (hopefully) get your Bucco Brick replaced by the Pirates. Plus, the city is considering expanding paid sick leave, and the ACLU is suing the University of Pittsburgh over alleged violations of students' First Amendment rights. Thanks to Axios

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26:33

How To Explore Pittsburgh's 176 Parks

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/17

Pittsburgh has 176 parks, and each one offers something special. City Cast producer Sophia Lo is with Matthew Hileman, the director of operations and visitor engagement at the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, to talk about the best parks for gorgeous views, a romantic date night, birdwatching, and more. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 16th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Franklin Street Market Liberty Magic Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at

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29:32

Can a Shot-and-a-Beer City Also Be a Wine Town?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/16

Pittsburgh's wine scene is growing and improving, thanks to dedicated sommeliers, importers, and educators. Whether you're a newbie or a wine connoisseur, there's a spot for you to soak in the vibes while sipping from a fancy stemmed glass. Host Megan Harris is running through a few of our region's best wine bars with Discover the Burgh's Jeremy Jones and culinary educator Kanika Rautji, aka The Indian Somm. And if you don't even know where to get started, Kanika's got a few questions to help you

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19:56

The 13 Types of People Who Might Not Make It in...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/15

Pittsburgh is a prideful place. The skyline, the pierogi, the claim to ketchup development and the steel that built the U.S.! But if you're the kind of person who enjoys sunshine or thinks Mr. Rogers is creepy, we might not be the place for you. Host Megan Harris is with Pittsburgh City Paper’s Ali Trachta and Stacy Rounds to talk about the 13 people who ain’t gonna make it in Pittsburgh.**This episode originally aired November 18, 2024. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 14th

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46:42

Why Ed Gainey Wants To Stay Pittsburgh's Mayor

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/14

Four men are vying to lead the city of Pittsburgh, so ahead of the primary on May 20, we're asking each of them to tell us why they think they're the best person for the job. We're kicking things off with our current mayor, Ed Gainey. He served in the state house for almost a decade and, in 2021, became the only challenger to ever beat out an incumbent mayor. We talk to Gainey about his biggest achievements and challenges in office so far, and why he believes he deserves another term. This is the

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38:10

Bucco Bricks, Trash Emergencies & Great News for 'The...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/11

Should Governor Shapiro declare a state of emergency to deal with Pittsburgh's trash? One city councilor sure thinks so. Pirates' leadership keeps finding ways to enrage fans and the new airport terminal got a little more expensive. Plus, some international students at Pitt and CMU had their visas revoked and the twists and turns keep coming in Nippon's bid to buy U.S. Steel. All that and more on the Friday news roundup.Notes and references from today’s show: Trash talk leads to discussion at

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16:08

Your Guide to Mexican Food in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/10

The Mexican food scene in Pittsburgh is growing, and you have so many options whether you want to stop by a taco truck or sit down for brunch and chilaquiles. We're revisiting host Megan Harris' conversation with Oscar Zapata, who moved here from Mexico City for grad school. He's sharing his go-to spots when he craves a taste of home, and he rounded up some of these restaurants for the Pittsburgh Independent. **This episode originally aired on July 13, 2023. Learn more about the sponsors of this

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31:24

The Pittsburgh Job No One Wants

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/09

Five different people have led the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police over the past two and a half years — all under a single mayor — and it's still not clear when we're getting a new, permanent, top cop. What's going on with the police department, and what does this “revolving door” of local chiefs say about the city? We're with University of Pittsburgh law professor David Harris, who’s served on multiple committees to choose Pittsburgh’s police chief, to talk about the leaders from our recent past;

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30:15

How Billions in Medical Cuts Would Hurt Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/08

Our region is facing billions of dollars in cuts to medical care and research by the Trump administration. The decisions made today will have far-reaching effects for decades to come — for the patients who rely on Medicaid, for the scientists researching medical treatments and cures, and for a city whose identity is built around eds and meds. We're joined by three local doctors to talk about the very real impacts if funding goes away and the work they're doing to try and prevent that from

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18:28

Why are Potholes So Bad in Pittsburgh?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/07

Potholes are a plague this time of year in Pittsburgh, but what does it take to fill them? How many get patched, and what can regular people do to speed the process along? We’re taking all your nebby questions to Bill Crean, deputy director for the city’s Department of Public Works – including the worst neighborhoods and weirdest requests he’s gotten in his 40ish years on the job!Call 311 to report a pothole to the city, or use their mobile app. For the county, call 412-350-INFO (4636) or visit

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36:31

AI Parking Tickets, A Braddock Comeback & City...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/04

America’s first Carnegie library is nearing the end of a $21 million renovation, and we got to neb nose all over the 45,000-square-foot space. Hear all about the history of the Braddock Carnegie Library, plus what they’ve got in store for their own opening day in May. Plus, we’re catching you up on big stories from the week: for the first time in a century, city voters won’t have any choices on their primary ballots for City Council; the trial began to determine who’s responsible for paying

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29:22

Why Pirates Fans Want Bob Nutting To Abandon Ship

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/03

You may have seen the billboards, the T-shirts, that one angry dude sitting behind home plate at another team’s playoff game — because there are some really frustrated Pirates fans out there. With the new season already off to a slow start and our home opener against the Yankees set for tomorrow, we’re sitting down with a few of the rabble-rousers behind Our Team, Not His who say the time is now to convince Pirates owner Bob Nutting to sell the team. Not just for fans, but for taxpayers and anyone

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10:43

Lo que realmente ocurre durante una redada de ICE

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/02

Desde que asumió la presidencia en enero, Donald Trump ha priorizado la ejecución de la ley migratoria y la deportación, estableciendo cuotas de arrestos a nivel nacional y provocando un creciente pánico entre las comunidades inmigrantes de Pittsburgh.City Cast Pittsburgh habló con Vanessa Stine, abogada sénior de la ACLU de Pensilvania, para saber qué sucede durante una detención o redada de ICE, qué derechos tienen los inmigrantes independientemente de su estatus legal y cómo los testigos pueden

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30:01

What Actually Happens During an ICE Raid?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/02

Since taking over in January, the new Trump administration has made immigration enforcement and deportation a priority — even orchestrating high profile arrests of university students — leading to growing fear and confusion in Pittsburgh's immigrant communities. Vanessa Stine, senior staff attorney for the ACLU of Pennsylvania, joins us to explain what happens during an ICE stop or raid, what rights immigrants have regardless of their legal status, and how bystanders can help during an ICE

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32:20

Your Guide to April 2025 in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/04/01

The days are longer, we’re starting to see pink blooms and green buds, and Pittsburgh is coming to life for the spring! There’s so many ways to get out and about, from watching 10,000 rubber ducks bob around Lake Elizabeth to doing yoga with pigs. Plus, you can pick up mini Heinz ketchup bottles, drink tomato beer, and meet your favorite mascots on 412 Day. And if the nicer weather has you wanting to grab food for a picnic in the park, don't miss our episode about the best pizza in Pittsburgh. If

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15:36

6 Freebies You Can Snag With Your Library Card

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/31

National Library Week starts April 6, but there are so many reasons for checking out our county’s libraries all year long. Obviously, you can check out books, but your library card also gets you everything from power tools to ukuleles to lawn games. We’re bringing back a conversation between City Cast’s Mallory Falk and Francesca Dabecco, where they dive into the catalogues to explore all the collections and services available at our local libraries. **This episode originally published May 30,

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42:36

New Park Toilets, County Wins & One Scandalous PA Judge

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/28

Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato gave her quarterly address to County Council, and while there’s a lot of uncertainty around funding, there are also things to celebrate. Like more bathrooms in the parks! But if you see any downed birds, be mindful of bird flu and please don’t touch. Biden’s outgoing pardons are back in the news — including one granted to a judge convicted in the ‘Kids for Cash’ scandal — and we’re taking a dive into autopen lore. Plus, we’re recapping Pennsylvania’s

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26:20

Did Fetterman Dupe Progressive Voters?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/27

Everyone knows John Fetterman here in Western PA — he was the Democratic mayor of nearby Braddock, rose to lieutenant governor under Tom Wolf, and now he’s the commonwealth’s senior U.S. Senator — in part, because he rode a progressive blue wave. But these days, the Harvard-educated AmeriCorps alum is increasingly aligned with MAGA Republicans. Ahead of a ticketed event in Pittsburgh this weekend, we’re teaming up with City Cast Philly’s Matt Katz and Philadelphia Inquirer political reporter Julia

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23:25

Who Wants To Be Pittsburgh’s Mayor?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/26

Four men are vying to be Pittsburgh’s next mayor – two Republicans and two Democrats – and there’s a lot of money in the mix. City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris is hanging with PublicSource political reporter Charlie Wolfson to talk about who is spending on which candidate, who isn’t fundraising at all, a funny new campaign ad, and what we should all be watching for with just eight weeks until the primary.Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: Pittsburgh Opera History

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