City Cast Pittsburgh

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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!

1H AGO

Why Pittsburghers Love Cleveland

Looking for a low-cost, easy getaway this summer? Look no further than Cleveland! From free art to giant pastrami sandwiches, there's a lot to enjoy just across state lines. We're revisiting host Megan Harris' conversation with City Cast contributors Colin Williams and Meg St-Esprit about all the sights the 'Land has to offer, plus sharing listener recommendations for making the most of the City of Trees. **This episode originally aired on July 29, 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, May 27th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

33 min
1H AGO · BONUS

You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

Introducing Oprah and renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel on What We Really Want in a Relationship from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast World-renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel returns to The Oprah Podcast to share her brilliant relationship insights with a live audience. Esther has incisive advice for Gen Z women who’ve given up on dating, a mother of five struggling to heal old wounds in her marriage and a single mom who put her dating life on hold to focus on raising her son. Plus, Esther reveals what she learned during her first-ever therapy session between a man and his AI chatbot girlfriend. She also reflects on the 20th anniversary of her groundbreaking book Mating in Captivity — and why, in today’s age of disconnection, its message is more crucial than ever. BUY THE BOOK! The 20th anniversary edition of Mating in Captivity, published by HarperCollins and written by Esther Perel, is available wherever books are sold. https://www.estherperel.com/mating-in-captivity 00:00:00 - Welcome Esther Perel 00:03:00 - Desire in long-term relationships 00:05:12 - Relationships in 2006 vs. 2026 00:08:45 - We’re more connected and less accessible 00:10:32 - 3 most common sex challenges today 00:13:00 - Esther’s dating advice 00:17:30 - One person can’t be everything 00:21:05 - The love myth we learned 00:22:50 - What to look for in a partner 00:25:30 - Relationship ambivalence 00:29:40 - Relationships with chatbots 00:36:36 - Chatbot relationships are here 00:37:57 - When couples therapy took off 00:39:00 - Healing from relationship ruptures 00:42:00 - Importance of repair 00:46:00 - How to date again 00:48:28 - Healing from heartbreak 00:54:50 - How Esther understands people Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.
1D AGO

The Best Indian Food in Pittsburgh

Love Indian food, but want to indulge beyond butter chicken and naan? You're in luck! City Cast contributor Aakanksha Agarwal is joining host Megan Harris to talk about the diversity of Indian cuisine, recommend her favorite local restaurants and food trucks, and share the best dishes to add to your repertoire. Plus, she brings some hot takes about Indian buffets. Whether you're looking to expand your palate or looking for a taste of home, Aakanksha's got a rec for you. Did we miss your favorite Indian restaurant? Call or text our INDIAN FOOD hotline at 412-212-8893. Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, May 26th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

20 min
5D AGO

Lion McBaby Face, Catena’s Defeat & Inclusionary Zoning Returns

A new iteration of Pittsburgh’s contentious inclusionary zoning policy is headed back to the City Planning Commission. City Cast’s Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are with contributor Colin Williams to talk about how we got here and what we expect at the public hearing June 2. Plus, primary election results, a new baby lion, and our hopes for the NFL Draft clock. Stick around for the members-only segment, featuring our picks for our Pittsburgh summer bucket list. Not a member? Become one now at membership.citycast.fm. Notes and references from today’s show: Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh’s public notice practice [TribLive] Primary loss by Allegheny County Council president a sign of the times [Public Source] Most Pittsburgh votes go to Democrats in PA primary election 2026 [USA Today] Write-in votes in four Allegheny County House races could have an impact in November [WESA] Citywide inclusionary zoning swapped for bonus program [Public Source] Pennsylvania fruit crops decimated by warm April and hard freezes [WESA] Lion Cub Born at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium [Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium] Second Glen Hazel bald eaglet dies; avian flu suspected and testing nixed [P-G] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 22nd episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers The Frick Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

35 min
6D AGO

Who Wins Summer in the USA? Pittsburgh Makes Its Case

City Cast Twin Cities host Sean McPherson hosts this showdown where 12 City Cast reps, including City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris, compete head-to-head and debate which city is the best for a weekend trip this summer. From hot tub boats (exactly what they sound like) to epic outdoor summer festivals, our hosts are bringing the best of what their city has to offer this season. Can Megan beat out her competitors from Chicago, DC, Denver, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities? Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, May 21st episode: ⁠PGH Cultural Trust⁠ ⁠PGH Book Fest⁠ ⁠Window Nation⁠ ⁠Pittsburgh Steelers⁠ ⁠The Frick Pittsburgh⁠ Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning ⁠newsletter⁠. We’re on Instagram ⁠@CityCastPgh⁠. Text or leave us a voicemail at ⁠412-212-8893⁠. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info ⁠here⁠.

54 min
MAY 20

Sara Innamorato on Paid Leave, Term Limits, and a Fancy New Hotel

Allegheny County could become the first in the U.S. to require 18 weeks of paid parental leave for all employees. County Executive Sara Innamorato tells host Megan Harris why she thinks it would improve outcomes for both growing families and the county's economy. Plus, hear how taxes helped land the new Loews hotel (20 years in the making!!), how we snatched someone’s headquarters from New Jersey, term limits for several elected county officials, and why she’s getting hyped up for Nelly's return to Pittsburgh this summer. Have thoughts about the county's proposed parental leave policy? Submit a comment to the county or register to speak at a public hearing Downtown on June 2, and check out the Forward with Families child care tool here. Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, May 20th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers The Frick Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

42 min
MAY 19

What's On Your Primary Ballot?

It's primary election day! Local voters are being asked to weigh in on one ballot measure: If Pittsburgh loses its print newspapers, should the city be allowed to post some public hearing notices online instead? Host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk explain what's behind this measure, the arguments for and against it, and why it matters. (Spoiler: It's about the future of local journalism and how government agencies keep people informed.) Before you go vote, double check your polling place and take a peek at your sample ballot. If you requested a mail-in ballot, it's too late to actually send it via snail mail, but you can bring it to one of the county's ballot return sites. Notes and references from today’s show: Pittsburgh's Ballot Question, Explained [Instagram] Pittsburgh's Guide To Voting in the 2026 Primaries [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh ballot question asks voters for options if print newspapers go away [WESA] City of Pittsburgh ballot question explainer [League of Women Voters] Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, May 19th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers The Frick Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

25 min
MAY 18

Pittsburgh's Dangerous Drop in Vaccination Rates

Measles is on the rise across the U.S., and experts say outbreaks aren't hypothetical anymore. At least 40,000 PA students are missing required vaccines, and many schools have dropped below the 95% herd immunity threshold that helps stop epidemic-like spread. (Some Pittsburgh-area schools are dangerously low in the 70% range.) Why are districts letting kids attend school without vaccines or valid exemptions, and why isn't the state consistently stepping in? Mike Wereschagin, a reporter and editor with the Post-Gazette's investigative team, joins host Megan Harris to discuss his revelatory investigation and where we go from here. Mike and his team built a database where you can look up the vaccination rate at any school in PA, something the state itself doesn't provide. Check it out here. Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, May 18th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers The Frick Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

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City Cast Pittsburgh is the nebby neighbor you wish you had — with conversations you want to hear and insights that help you question and celebrate the city we share. Our host Megan Harris and the City Cast Pittsburgh team let you in on what Pittsburgh talking about with smart, curious conversations that get just a little bit spicy. We don’t take ourselves too seriously, but we are passionate about making our community a better place to live – and helping YOU feel more connected. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode.

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128 Ratings

Fantastic resource for new Yinzers

09/12/2024

bellalye84

My husband and I just moved to the city and we’ve made this podcast a daily listen. The hosts and guests are realistic and personable, the “what to do this week/weekend” tips are great, and we love when they cover basic-but-necessary topics like how to drive in Pittsburgh or how to eat out on a budget.
Has potential, but too political

Apr 21

Sephz123

I wish this show could just be a politically neutral show about Pittsburgh, but it has a lot of political talk. And it’s not centrist political talk…these people are extremists. I just gave the show another chance after a long hiatus, thinking “the culture has moderated a lot over the last few years, maybe they won’t be so ridiculous”…but then within the first episode I listened to, they’re talking about transing children as an active good, without scruple or debate. From what I understand about this company, is they are centrally located near dc, and they deploy “local” podcasts to cities all over the country. So the political talk may be the entire point, to build an air of “oh look, even the “local” podcast agrees with these points of view.” Trying to manage what the local public believes I wonder if they receive some kind of federal funding?..,that should be investigated, but seems like the kind of graft our gov is all about. These people get money, the leftist get fake “local” podcasts to astroturf support for their pet issues around the country. Lastly, the one girls voice is super obnoxious. She does that thing where she raises the pitch over her voice at the end of a sentence, almost like she’s asking a question….its hard to listen to
Cannot stand Sophia

09/02/2025

Cospp

Sophia brings my rating down by at least 2 stars. Her disdain for the region is so consistantly evident. Please, if you hate everything so much because it’s different than where you’re from, go back to Philly or wherever. Everything Sophia says is a downer and makes this show miserable. She adds nothing of substance, just a rain cloud on the show.
Advertising for landlords?

07/23/2025

The most me

Loved this podcast until they started advertising for platforms geared toward landlords and property management companies. Do better. Tenants are in crisis. Let’s not make landlords’ jobs easier.

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!