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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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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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25:36

New County Exec, Same Ol’ District Attorney

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/08

You voted, let’s talk about it! Allegheny County is under new leadership. Hear all about who got to celebrate, who conceded, and what it all might mean for Allegheny County Thanks to our guests: Kim Lyons, editor of the Pennsylvania Capital-Star Natalie Bencivenga, journalist, consultant, and City Cast contributor. 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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16:39

Your Guide to Speaking Perfect Pittsburghese

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/07

To celebrate her 10-year anniversary in Pittsburgh, host Megan Harris is giving herself a challenge: learn how to say one sentence in a convincing Pittsburgh accent. Actor, voice coach, and speech teacher Don Wadsworth is here to provide a Pittsburghese lesson and break down what exactly makes the dialect so distinct. Don’t forget to vote today! Check out Hey Pittsburgh for a guide to all the voting guides in Pittsburgh and listen to our episode about what to expect on your ballot. Here’s how to

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17:08

Frog Calls, Catching Lanternflies & More Pgh Citizen...

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/06

If you spend all your time in your backyard birdwatching, you’re probably already halfway to contributing to a citizen science project. From listening to frog calls to catching lanternflies, there are so many ways anyone can collect data for researchers. Writer and museum educator Melanie Linn Gutowski has a list of wildlife-focused projects Pittsburghers can participate in, even with just 15 minutes of spare time. Project Owlnet is ongoing, and you can find more information on the National Aviary’s

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25:46

What To Expect on Your Election Day Ballot

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/03

It’s a special Election edition of the Friday news roundup, and it’s our 412th episode! (We love a Pgh holiday.) The polls are open Tuesday in Allegheny County from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the City Cast crew is here to walk you through the region’s biggest races — what the offices do, who’s running, what’s at stake, and why a few of the nation’s top political wonks may be watching Pittsburgh for clues to what could come in 2024. Plus, we’ve got a special audio treat at the very end! Check out Hey

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18:15

Your Guide to Latin American Food in Pgh

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/02

As Allegheny County’s Latinx population grows, we’re also seeing more restaurants reflecting our changing demographics. Luz Amanda Hank and Howard Alvarez from Pitt’s Center for Latin American Studies are helping shape Pittsburgh’s Latin American food scene — from organizing festivals to getting restaurants off the ground. Hear their top picks for new and traditional favorites — from the perfect rice and beans to arepas and carne asada — plus grocery staples and so much more. Find their

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14:40

You Can’t Catch Fish with Dynamite & More Weird PA Laws

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/11/01

Pennsylvania’s laws can feel like they were written for another time, and that’s because many of them were. From a ban on fishing with dynamite, to a prohibition on for-profit fortune-telling, we get into some of the weirdest state laws still on the books. Host Megan Harris talks with City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri, plus reporter Harrison Cann at City & State PA. Check out Harrison’s reporting on some of Pennsylvania’s most bizarre, outdated laws. Our newsletter editor, Francesca Dabecco, also

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25:04

Is America’s Most Haunted House in Pittsburgh?

City Cast Pittsburgh ·

2023/10/31

Happy Halloween! We’re celebrating with two twisted local tales that date back to the Prohibition era. First, folklorist and historian David Rotenstein breaks down the myths behind a Northside spot known as “America’s Most Haunted House” and shares what really happened at the site. Then, Print editor and writer Jan Kurth investigates the unsolved mystery of who is actually buried in William Beck’s grave in Smithfield East End Cemetery. You can find Jan’s story in NextPittsburgh. Want some more

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