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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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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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30:21

10 Pro-Tips for Living in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/12

Just like every other city, we have our quirks and unwritten rules. Like why is someone turning left instead of yielding to me at the green light? And what’s up with that rickety old chair sitting in front of my neighbor’s house? The City Cast Pittsburgh team is sharing our essential rules for surviving and thriving in the city. If you enjoyed today's interview with Pittsburgh Opera's Director of Marketing and Communications, Chris Cox, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this March

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23:53

How To Run for Office in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/11

Today is the deadline to declare yourself an official candidate in Pennsylvania, and it’s never too soon to start planning for future elections. We’re with Spotlight PA’s Min Xian to talk about what you need to know if you want to run for elected office here in Allegheny County, plus why it’s so important for regular people to bring an “amateur” spirit to the more than 13,000 elected positions in the commonwealth, including hundreds that go unfilled or unopposed every election cycle. Want to run

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22:07

The Best Spots in Pittsburgh To Take Visitors

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/10

Got spring breakers coming to visit you soon? You may have already taken your friends and family to the Carnegie Museums and admired the skyline from Mt. Washington, but there’s so much more for tourists to take in. We’re bringing back our conversation with City Cast Pittsburgh contributor and travel writer Meg St-Esprit, who’s sharing all the spots she takes visitors — from the first-timers to the folks who come by every year. Check out Meg’s City Paper story about Pittsburgh boat tours. **This

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41:06

Potholes, Political Football & Federal Cuts Hit Home

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/07

Pittsburgh’s acting police chief, Christopher Ragland, is stepping down just a few months after taking over the bureau (and just a few weeks after he was nominated to become permanent chief). Host Megan Harris and producer Sophia Lo discuss the latest development in the ongoing saga. Plus, they share how the state and county are trying to help federal workers who’ve been laid off, why public library use is up while public transit use is down, and one crafty and extremely Pittsburgh way people are

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19:59

Your Guide to Pittsburgh Fish Fries

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/06

Fish fry season is back! There are hundreds of fish fries in Pittsburgh and just a few short weeks to visit as many as possible. If you’re struggling to decide where to go, Pittsburgh hero Hollen Barmer has an idea for you: the Pittsburgh Lenten Fish Fry Map. With the help of Pittsburgh Code for Good volunteers, they’ve been updating it every year so the whole city can see at a glance who’s returning; which fries are open for lunch; which serve handmade pierogi, desserts, or vegan items; and so much

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22:17

Why Zombie Fans Care About Monroeville Mall

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/05

The retail giant Walmart bought the Monroeville Mall, and while it’s not clear what their plans are for the property, the mall holds a very important place in the hearts of George Romero fans who hope at least part of the building gets preserved. Host Megan Harris is with Axios Pittsburgh reporter Chrissy Suttles to talk about why the Monroeville Mall is an important zombie landmark and how folks are planning to honor our local film legacy for years to come. Learn more about the sponsors of this

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23:14

Free Thrift Store, De-ICE Ball & More Ways to Support...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/04

While families all over our region try to make sense of big, potential funding cuts to local schools, it’s also not clear how refugee children and parents — many already in our region — will fare, thanks to freezes in federal resettlement money. The City Cast Pittsburgh team is talking about how folks have stepped up and ways you can funnel your frustration into some great local organizations, including a new, (free!) thrift store serving our LGBTQ community. Have another group that should go on our

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22:17

Could PA Lose FEMA?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/03/03

We’re breaking all kinds of records lately… but not good ones. This January was the hottest one on record, and last year, Pennsylvania had an increasing number of tornadoes. These severe weather events mean more disasters, and the state can’t always handle the aftermath alone. Host Megan Harris is with Inside Climate News reporter Kiley Bense to discuss what it means for Pennsylvania to face more threats from climate change as Trump considers cutting FEMA. Learn more about the sponsors of this

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38:16

Hired Guns in City Parks, Steelers Day Care & School...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/02/28

After two rounds of deer culling in a few city parks, archers have provided thousands of venison meals, but it turns out, that’s not enough to keep the animal population at bay. We’re talking about how and why guns are getting added to the mix. Pittsburgh Public Schools announced the next phase in proposed school closures, Steelers players reported another round of failing grades in the annual union report card, and we still have not recovered from a recent police substation press conference that

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30:53

Your Guide to March 2025 in Pittsburgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2025/02/27

Whether you love fish fries, book fairs, or the St. Patrick’s Day parade, there’s much to do in and around Pittsburgh this month. We’re sharing some of our favorite events and activities, from outdoor dance parties to a gumbo fest. And if you want to learn more about where to snag the perfect fish sandwich, check out our episode about the ultimate Pittsburgh fish fry map.If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City

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