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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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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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27:04

Pittsburgh’s Best Local Gift Shops & Stores

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/25

When you need a present for someone, sure, you can grab a gift card or go to a big box store, but where’s the fun in that? City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Francesca Dabecco love shopping local and believe any business can be a gift shop! They’re sharing some of their favorite area gift shops and stores where you can both support small businesses and find a Pittsburgh-perfect present in a pinch. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 25th episode: Pittsburgh Opera History

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27:08

Pittsburgh’s Barely Growing. Could That Be a Good Thing?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/24

New census data just dropped and the Pittsburgh region actually grew this year…by 0.001%. But does it really matter whether or not our city and metro area grow? And could there even be benefits to staying the same size? We’re revisiting a conversation with Chris Briem, a regional economist at the University of Pittsburgh's Center for Social and Urban Research, to find out.**This episode originally published October 16, 2023. If you enjoyed today's interview with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

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15:14

BONUS: Where to Run in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/21

Picking up a new habit can be scary! Especially if that new activity has you panting up Negley. But not every run in Pittsburgh has to be long, treacherous, or up a hill. We’ve got suggestions for flat spots to run, places where you can take a bathroom break, and trail runs that’ll make you feel like you’re way out of the city. Thanks to our guests: Donald Robinson, owner and coach at Global Human Performance in Point Breeze; and Dan Lampmann, founder and president of Yinz Run Club. Missed our first

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32:22

Big Transit Cuts, PA’s Special Election & Dollywood...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/21

Pittsburgh’s got a lot to lose! If more state funding doesn’t come through, PRT announced they’ll have to make huge service cuts, like fully shutting down 41 bus routes and ending service after 11 p.m. Plus, the Trump administration’s threatening to close Pittsburgh’s HUD field office. Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo discuss the latest. Plus, they explain why there might not be any competitive city council races on the primary ballot, how a special election will determine who

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19:58

Chipped Ham Empanadas, Fancy Spaghetti O’s & More...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/20

If you’re looking for new places to eat out this spring, tons of restaurants have been opening (or re-opening) around town! Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo are sharing our shortlist of places we’re most excited to try, serving up everything from soup dumplings to vegetarian sloppy joes. Plus, we discuss the new lineup of deep-fried delights at PNC Park. Want more recommendations for what to eat at a Pirates game? Check out our episode about the best food at PNC Park. Learn

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27:00

What if Pittsburgh's Public Transit Went Away?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/19

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is meeting this week to talk about a proposal that could overhaul our entire local transportation system. Adam Smeltz, reporting for PublicSource, found the agency may increase fares, cut service, and scrap its Bus Line Redesign to address a possible $100 million deficit. He joins us to discuss how we ended up here and whether it’s still possible to stave off changes. PRT is releasing its official proposal tomorrow at 8:30am. Register here to watch online or catch it in

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27:10

Your Guide to Running in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/18

If you’re new to running, jogging, or even walking in and around the city — or trying to restart an old routine — we’ve got some great suggestions from a couple of local runners ready to help you get laced up and out the door. Thanks to our guests: Donald Robinson, owner and coach at Global Human Performance in Point Breeze; and Dan Lampmann, founder and president of Yinz Run Club. Hear their best insights about warm-ups, footwear, flat routes, running apps, expensive watches, races, trails, and why

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18:51

Rooftop Tours, Terracotta Lions & Pgh’s Oil Boom

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/17

Everyone knows about New York City’s Wall Street, but back in the day, individual cities had their own stock exchanges. Our version of Wall Street was on Fourth Avenue, where City Cast Pittsburgh’s very own offices are! We're revisiting our conversation with author and historian Mark Houser about how we got that Wall Street in the first place and why those grand banks turned into those parking lots that we see today. **This episode originally published August 27, 2024. Learn more about the sponsors

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35:48

Grumpy Bus Pickles, Vintage Kennywood & How To Get a...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/14

Make room in your wallet for your Real ID and your season passes for our local amusement parks, including Kennywood, Sandcastle, and Idlewild. We’re making the case for both — plus how and when to get them — and introducing yinz to Kennywood’s new-old mascot, Jeeters. Pittsburgh Regional Transit is using pickle cartoons to shame us for bad behavior on the buses and T stops. The University of Pittsburgh has issued a hiring freeze, and officials say it’s not entirely because of changes in federal

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28:04

Who Makes PA's Best Potato Chips?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/13

National Potato Chip Day is this Friday! So the City Cast Pittsburgh crew is crunching it up with our friends at City Cast Philly to taste test as many PA-made potato chips as we can find, explore how the commonwealth became the “potato chip capital of the world,” and choose our favorites in the first ever (maybe?) Chippy Awards. Special thanks to all the PA brands we tried, including nationally distributed Wise, Utz, and Herr’s, plus more regionally available Rap Snacks, Dieffenbach’s (or Uglies),

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