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City Cast Pittsburgh

Join us weekdays at 6 a.m. for a fast-paced daily news podcast that will get you talking — and make you question what’s going here in Western Pennsylvania. In just 15 minutes a day, City Cast Pittsburgh is a smart new way to connect with the Steel City you love. Add us to your feeds today!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Taxing Nonprofit Giants, Affordable Housing & Pittsburgh's Secret Passageways

    Pittsburgh leaders have tried (and mostly failed) to get big nonprofits like Highmark and UPMC to pay their “fair share” to the city. Now it looks like the issue may be front and center as the mayoral race heats up. Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo are joined by Axios Pittsburgh’s Ryan Deto to explain why. Plus, they’re talking about a new study that says Pittsburgh has the most affordable housing market in the U.S., and indoor shortcuts you can take to escape the cold on especially frigid days. Notes and references from today’s show: How Well Do You Know Pittsburgh? Take This Quiz! [City Cast Pittsburgh] Gainey claims progress with Highmark on payments to Pittsburgh, but skeptics abound [TribLive] You Pay Taxes, So Why Don’t Colleges & Hospitals? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Housing Affordability Didn’t Worsen in 2024—The First Time in Four Years That Has Happened [Redfin] We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 24th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Pittsburgh Opera Pitt Athletics Fulton Commons Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min
  2. You Might Also Like: Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams

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    You Might Also Like: Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams

    Introducing Defeating Trump’s Chaos Playbook with Our New Age of Insistence from Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams. Follow the show: Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams Donald Trump has been inaugurated for a second term as President, and the “blitzkrieg” of orders, insults and rhetoric has already begun. Stacey Abrams speaks to Melissa Murray, host of Crooked’s legal podcast Strict Scrutiny and constitutional law professor at NYU, about how much Trump can actually do unilaterally and why his actions–like his order about TikTok–threaten the balance of power between the branches of government. They look at the true impact of using shock and chaos to govern–like his order about renaming Denali–and why we should be concerned about the new “broligarchy” that stood behind Trump at his inauguration. Stacey and Melissa explain the executive orders that run afoul of the 14th Amendment, like the end to birthright citizenship and new government policy on gender, and together, they showcase ways that we can continue to understand what’s coming so we can effectively speak out. We want to hear your questions. Send us an email at assemblyrequired@crooked.com or leave us a voicemail at 213-293-9509. You and your question might be featured on the show. Learn & Do More: Listen to Crooked’s Strict ScrutinySign up for Sherrilyn Ifill’s SubstackGet involved with local and state organizations working on an issue you care aboutCheck in with friends and family 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.

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Steelers-Themed KFCs, Pittsburgh Tea Shops, and a New Women's Sports Bar

    If you need a pick-me-up on a dreary and windy day, the solution could be a visit to one of Pittsburgh’s tea shops. The choices can be overwhelming when you’re looking at a long list, but luckily, we found a local seller with a quiz to match you to your perfect brew. Plus, we’ve got plenty of new restaurants opening up all around town — and one fried chicken chain bringing the Steelers abroad.  We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 23rd episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Pittsburgh Opera Pitt Athletics Fulton Commons Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    Who Should Get a Star on Pittsburgh’s Walk of Fame?

    We love celebrating our own here in this city, and we’re quick to claim our hometown heroes when they make an appearance on a bigger stage. Now there’s a new nonprofit creating Pittsburgh’s very own Walk of Fame, so visitors can learn more about homegrown stars who’ve made an impact nationally. They’re asking for nominations through the end of the month. Nancy Polinsky Johnson, the project’s founder and executive director, is here to tell us how to submit nominees – and how they’re planning to pick whose names go on those shiny stars. Plus, the City Cast Pittsburgh team’s weighing in! Here are our picks for Pittsburgh’s Walk of Fame. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Pittsburgh Opera Pitt Athletics Fulton Commons Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    21 min

  5. 4 DAYS AGO

    The Worst Snowstorms and Cold Snaps in Pittsburgh History

    It’s freezing outside! As we’ve been watching the snow fall and trekking through the slush, we’ve been wondering how often our region actually deals with this kind of winter weather and when it’s genuinely been bad enough to break records or shut down the city. We’re digging into the worst snowstorms and cold snaps in Pittsburgh history – and how we even started measuring this data in the first place.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 21st episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Pittsburgh Opera Pitt Athletics Fulton Commons Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    18 min

  6. JAN 17

    Wegmans Is Coming, Free Radon Tests & Another Hockey Heist

    The local law firm Pond Lehocky replaced the enormous IC Light billboard on Mt. Washington, the grocery chain Wegmans finally confirmed they’re coming to Pittsburgh (and as a new neighbor to Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle), and the Steelers’ season is done sooner than we hoped. Plus, there’s been another unusual hockey heist — this time targeting Penguins center Evgeni Malkin — more developing U.S. Steel sale drama, info on testing your home for radon for free, and a few fun events to take you into the long weekend. Notes and references from today’s show: How Well Do You Know Pittsburgh? Take This Quiz! [City Cast Pittsburgh] Wegmans Announces Plans to Open Store in Pittsburgh Region [Wegmans] Evgeni Malkin's Stanley Cup rings found in his home, investigation remains open [KDKA] Radon in the Home [Allegheny County / [Department of Environmental Protection]  Could Pittsburgh Lose US Steel? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Cleveland-Cliffs still interested in U.S. Steel if pending merger fails [TribLive] Learn more about the sponsors of this January 17th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Pittsburgh Opera Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    27 min

  7. JAN 16

    How to Plan a Quick, Cheap Wedding in Pittsburgh

    Are there folks in your friend circle tying the knot quickly here in Pittsburgh? Ahead of the incoming presidential administration and threats to queer rights, we sat down with the CEO and founder of Burgh Brides, Victoria Deardorff, for her expert tips and tricks for pulling off a beautiful last-minute wedding, elopement, or casual day-of affair. Tune in for practical advice and a little Pittsburgh flair to make your big day everything it should be—no matter the budget or timeline. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 16th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min

  8. JAN 15

    How Lawrenceville’s Solving Its Affordability Problem

    Pittsburgh needs thousands of new homes to meet demand, and there’s a lot of local politicking behind potential solutions. One idea? Inclusionary zoning, which either incentivizes or mandates that a percentage of units in new housing projects be priced affordably for lower income households. A handful of neighborhoods in Pittsburgh have already tried it, including over in Lawrenceville, where residents helped pass an IZ requirement in 2019.  Dave Breignan, executive director of Lawrenceville United, explains what he loves about IZ, what local leaders should understand about how it works, and which proposal he supports if inclusionary zoning ultimately expands to the rest of Pittsburgh. ICYMI: Yesterday we talked about two very different proposals being considered by the Pittsburgh Planning Commission. Please check it out! Learn more about the sponsors of this January 15th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh 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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min
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Join us weekdays at 6 a.m. for a fast-paced daily news podcast that will get you talking — and make you question what’s going here in Western Pennsylvania. In just 15 minutes a day, City Cast Pittsburgh is a smart new way to connect with the Steel City you love. Add us to your feeds today!

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