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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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8:43

Gainey’s Favorite Mascot, Restaurant & Pgh Holiday Noms

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/12/07

Where does Mayor Ed Gainey go to unwind? What’s his favorite restaurant? Is he a hockey guy, or a Steelers stan? Which mascot is his all-time favorite, and why isn’t it ALCOSAN’s Frankie the Fish? We kept the mics hot to ask the city’s top official a few of your silliest questions. A couple past shows to check out: Budgets, bridges & why Gainey thinks sidewalks are sexy Why can’t Pittsburgh score an NBA team? Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh

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31:31

Mayor Ed Gainey on Budgets, Bridges & Why He Thinks...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/12/07

People are worried about downtown Pittsburgh, but Mayor Ed Gainey isn't convinced. We went to the City-County Building to talk about his wish list for more bridge projects, less gun violence, and bringing the NFL Draft to Steelers country. Plus, stick around for our suggestions ahead of his very first e-scooter ride. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a

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15:58

Why Pgh’s Menorah Went to the U.S. Supreme Court

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/12/06

Hanukkah starts tomorrow night, and if you head Downtown, the mayor and community leaders are lighting a 12-foot menorah at the City-County Building. But its place on government property wasn’t always so celebrated. In 1986, a team of Pittsburghers brought a lawsuit against city and county governments to remove both it and the enormous creche, which in those days sat outside the County Courthouse. We’re talking with one of the plaintiffs, attorney Jon Pushinsky, about his legal argument and what it

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21:04

Fitz's New Gig, HBO & How to Get Pgh as Your Spotify...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/12/05

Why lead one county when you can influence 10? Outgoing County Executive Rich Fitzgerald announced his new gig with the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission, which means he won’t be going far. We’re talking about what the SPC actually does, plus how it plans to spend $35 million through 2045. HBO’s latest period drama “The Gilded Age” is adapting the Homestead strike in this week’s episode, and with everyone posting their Spotify Wrapped, we wondered what it would take to get Pittsburgh as your

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18:56

The Pittsburgh Film Curse You’ve Never Heard Of

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/12/04

Lights, camera, action! Now that the Hollywood actors’ and writers’ strikes are over, what does it take to get Pittsburgh’s movie biz rolling again? We're with Pittsburgh Film Office executive director Dawn Keezer to talk about upcoming productions, how they've been supporting their artists, what she hopes to do with money from the state when it eventually comes, and why it’s taken Pgh so long to break a “season three” curse. You can visit the Pittsburgh Film Office’s website to learn more about

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19:05

How Pgh Zones for Child Care, Community College Debt...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/12/01

It’s the Friday news roundup! PA still doesn’t have a state budget and it’s costing local community colleges and libraries a lot. Zoning changes — more zoning changes! — could be on the horizon for child care facilities, and after a week without Matt Canada, how are the Steelers looking? Plus, we learned something new about Prevention Point Pittsburgh. We always cite our sources: SpotlightPA reports state budget delays are really hurting local community colleges and libraries. The Trib focused on

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17:21

Your Guide To Holiday Pop Up Bars In Pgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/30

Description: It’s the food show! We’re helping you get into the holiday spirit with Christmas pop-up bar recommendations. Plus, our tips on where to get cookies for holiday parties and events to keep you busy this weekend. Check out Hey Pittsburgh’s best holiday markets for shopping local around the ‘Burgh. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at

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14:38

Mapping What’s Left of Pittsburgh’s Past

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/29

Pittsburghers tend to be pretty nostalgic — we love giving directions based on what used to be somewhere — and our city is filled with these forgotten relics from the past. Local writer Virginia Montanez (aka Jane Pitt or Pitt Girl) decided to change that. She’s sharing her latest passion project, an interactive map called Pittsburgh Remains to Be Seen. Plus, hear how you can get involved! **This episode originally aired Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign

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19:09

Bringing The ‘Hollywood’ Back to Life in Pgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/28

The Hollywood Theater in Dormont is back in business, temporarily. Developer Brian Mendelssohn is in the preview phase of a more than $1 million renovation of the oddly shaped, weirdly designed one-screen space, and he’s just getting started. We joined him on Potomac Avenue to talk about what he learned from opening Row House in Lawrenceville, how the South Hills community has contributed to his dreams for the Hollywood, and all the fun treats he’s got in mind for its basement, including private

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14:58

Why PA Judges Got So Much Money & Attention

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/27

Judicial elections don’t usually take the spotlight. But this year, the race for PA’s Supreme Court between Democrat Daniel McCaffery and Republican Carolyn Carluccio set big new spending records. AP reporter Marc Levy explains how all that cash made a difference and what this election could mean for future judicial races. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us

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15:07

The Best Holiday Markets to Shop Small in Pgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/22

Tis the season to shop small! For this month’s City Cast Pittsburgh gift guide, we’re ticking off a swirl of upcoming art and craft markets for holiday shoppers of every stripe. Whether you’re in the mood for huge wall art, intricate glasswork, hand-painted stationary, or beautifully delicate ceramics and pottery, we’ve got your ultimate holiday market guide to help you find the Pittsburgh-perfect gift for all your loved ones this year. Newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco shared an even bigger list

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20:19

Who’s Matt Canada & Why Did Pittsburgh Fire Him?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/21

Over the last couple months, one local name has become synonymous with failure — or at least culpability. The 6-4 Steelers may have a winning record, but few would credit offensive coordinator Matt Canada with their success. What about him inspired thousands of fans to chant “Fire Matt Canada” at both Steelers and Penguins games, or prompt one enterprising Giant Eagle to sell cookie cakes with the same slogan? We’re with WPXI’s Jenna Harner and The Athletic’s Mike DeFabo to talk about how Canada

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15:32

Meet the Pgh Group Bringing Roller Skating to the Masses

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/20

It’s hard to tell now, but Pittsburgh’s got deep roots in roller skating. We’re talking about the heyday for local rinks, iconic moves like the Pittsburgh Stride, and how a new group called the PGH SK8 Collaborative centers all skating styles, abilities, ages, races, bodies and genders. Plus, guests Dana Bannon and Rico Rucker have a thought or two about both pickleball and the future of the Homewood Coliseum. If, like host Megan Harris, you’re worried roller skates would make you look like a baby

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23:09

Mayor’s Priorities, FuelPerks Ending & Light Up Night...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/17

It’s the Friday news roundup! The City Cast Pittsburgh team is going deep on Mayor Ed Gainey’s “State of the City” address and which of his priorities perked up our ears. Plus, we explain what the end of Giant Eagle FuelPerks actually means and how to do Light Up Night right. We love to cite our sources! Watch Gainey’s “State of the City” address and read up on his budget. Dive deeper into the myPerks take over. Scope out Light Up Night, and this years festivities and controversies. Want

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17:38

How to Host an Allergy-Friendly Thanksgiving

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/16

Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be a real damper on all of the delicious holiday dishes, but they don’t have to be. Pittsburgh food blogger Liz Fetchin is with us to dish on all of the allergy-friendly recipes in her new e-cookbook, An Octofree Thanksgiving. With a grocery list, timeline, and alternatives to comforting classics, Fetchin will have you ready to serve everyone at your table this season. Follow Fetchin on Instagram at @octofree and buy her e-book at

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16:54

Are 450 Shelter Beds Enough For Pittsburgh’s Unhoused?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/15

It’s officially winter, according to Allegheny County’s emergency winter housing plan, which is supposed to expand our capacity to provide for unhoused people when the temperatures start to fall. Officials say we’re ready, that more beds will be available IF temperatures and demand require them, but they haven’t shared where those beds will be. As encampments continue to get cleared, we talk with PublicSource photojournalist Stephanie Strasburg about why biggest overflow space — Smithfield Church of

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17:20

The Latest Bloomfield Development Setback, Explained

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/14

How tall is too tall for a building in Bloomfield? Developer Echo Realty requested a zoning variance to increase the maximum height for a new housing development and grocery store, but Pittsburgh’s zoning board denied the request. TribLive reporter Ryan Deto breaks down what happened with this setback and shares what these zoning decisions say about the process of building housing in the city. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh

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17:43

E-Scooters Could Be Coming Back to Pgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/13

Spin e-scooters were all over Pittsburgh as part of a two-year pilot, and lawmakers could reauthorize them any day — if the Senate can finish the long-overdue state budget. (It’s only 4.5 months late, but who’s counting.) City Cast’s Megan Harris & Sophia Lo talk about the new program, how our lawmakers are feeling, and what one reporter who’s doggedly dug into scooter-related injuries hopes to see from the city in phase two. Ann Belser reported on the potential return of e-scooters for Print and

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24:07

Cheap Flights, Legal Cannabis & What PA Can Learn...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/10

It’s the Friday news roundup! Earlier this week, voters in Ohio codified access to abortion and recreational cannabis, and we wondered whether Pennsylvania could do the same. The answer is complicated. We’ve got an update on where the commonwealth is on the road to recreational cannabis legalization, plus a fun little airport update — Pittsburghers will soon be able to get flights to Iceland without a layover. A special thanks to City Cast’s interim executive producer Marylee Williams — her first

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20:34

Best Thanksgiving Dinner Takeout, Plus New Restaurant...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/09

Whether you want a turkey-less Thanksgiving or a soul food feast that can feed 15 people, newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco and audio producer Sophia Lo have you covered with the best Thanksgiving takeout options in Pittsburgh. Plus, we dip into Heinz’s new ketchup flavor, restaurant openings around town, and what to do this weekend. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social

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