Gen X Pgh

David Rullo
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Hosts David Rullo and Valerie Gatchell-Christofel revisit Pittsburgh in the 1980s and 1990s when MTV ruled the television, grunge topped the charts and the city was transforming from an industrial powerhouse to a center of technology, education, medicine and the arts. Guests include artists, musicians, politicians, entrepreneurs and thought leaders who shaped the times.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Gen X Pgh podcast with John Schisler

    New Invisible Joy's singer John Schisler joins Valerie and David to discuss his beginnings as a latchkey big-wheel riding kid, to his photography career, and of course being the singer of one of the coolest bands! Plus they discuss NEW MUSIC coming soon! ”

    1h 2m

  2. May 26

    Gen X Pgh podcast with Jenn Wertz

    Former Rusted Root band member Jenn Wertz joins Valerie and David to discuss music, the record industry, her artistry and healing business, advocacy for musician rights, and so much more!

    54 min

  3. May 19

    Gen X Pgh with Mayor Bill Peduto

    Gen X Pgh Podcast welcomes special guest former Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto with his friend Pat Clark! Valerie and David dive deep into revitalizing the city, politics, facial hair, and... wrestling! Thanks to the kind folks at the JCC for hosting this very special episode!

    1h 8m

  4. May 7

    Gen X Pgh with Bill Van Ryn

    Bill Van Ryn joins the Gen X Pgh podcast to talk music, art and cult films. Along the way, he discusses his time as a DJ, cultural archivist, film historian, podcaster and zine legend! Please Like and Subscribe! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Tik-Tok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Podcasts, and more added daily!

    1h 1m

  5. Apr 28

    Gen X Pgh Podcast with Harvey Coblin

    Harvey Coblin, singer and musician from The Affordable Floors, joins the Gen X Pittsburgh Podcast for a conversation about the Pittsburgh alt music scene in its prime, vintage synths, the realities of the recording industry and the joy of Schneider's strawberry milk. With a special appearance by drummer Ken Zenkevich!

    36 min

  6. Apr 21

    Gen X Pgh podcast with Melissa Lenos

    Cassette tapes? Sitcoms? The Challenger Explosion? This week, David Rullo and Valerie Christofel sit down with Melissa Lenos, University of Pittsburgh professor and co-author of "Generation X: The Culture that Defined the MTV Generation" to connect the dots between these moments, the media and other generation defining events. Oh, and maybe we'll settle the debate of when you have to be born to be considered Gen X.

    42 min

  7. Apr 14

    Gen X Pgh podcast with Marco Cardamone

    Have you heard the story about Sinead O’Connor dumping a glass of water on Peter Gabriel’s head at Café Allego? Learn about it from Marco Cardamone, the restaurant’s co-owner! The son of the legendary mogul that founded MARC Advertising, pal of Pixar, visionary of Club Cafe, and so much more - Marco has had a colorful history. From Pittsburgh to Boston, New York to Pittsburgh, digital imaging to sound production, iconic restaurants to public broadcasting, Cardamone has quite a story to share! Join David and Valerie and their very special guest, Marco Cardamone!

    44 min

  8. Apr 6

    Gen X Pgh podcast with Jim Krenn

    Gen X Pgh podcast hosts David Rullo and Valerie Gatchell-Christofel interview former WDVE morning show host Jim Krenn. Krenn talks about his dog Gizmo, Sophie Masloff bungy jumping, almost getting sued by Edgar Snyder, Ralph the Cat and, of course, Stanley P Kachowski

    49 min
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About

Hosts David Rullo and Valerie Gatchell-Christofel revisit Pittsburgh in the 1980s and 1990s when MTV ruled the television, grunge topped the charts and the city was transforming from an industrial powerhouse to a center of technology, education, medicine and the arts. Guests include artists, musicians, politicians, entrepreneurs and thought leaders who shaped the times.

Information

  • Creator
    David Rullo
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Rullo
  • Show Website
    Gen X Pgh