The YaJagoff! Podcast - All about Pittsburgh John Chamberlin

SUMMARY:


Allegheny Regional Asset District's James Santelli stops by to give John and Rachael the scoop about the upcoming RAD Summer Staycation. Nick Paradise of Peoples Gas gives us the lowdown on how they practice sustainability year-round and about their current initiatives with local orgs. The mission of Bistro to Go Cafe & Catering includes being a place of joy and delight, making things better, and building faithful and enduring relationships. Oh! And they make incredible food. John and Rachael are happy to welcome Kevin Klingensmith to chat about all things Bistro To Go Café & Catering. Plus, music from Steve and the Millers!

 

SPONSOR INFO:

Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.



WHAT WAS ON THE BLOG:

   
Blog 1: Dog Pooper – NonScooper   
Blog 2: Jay Obertance – SJPS Winner



QUESTION OF THE DAY:

Since the Jags are hosting the City Paper’s Karaoke Kabaret on May 15th, everyone reveals their favorite karaoke song!

Mitch Dugan Minute: A genuine
Pittsburgh attorney, Mitch Dugan talks Pittsburgh sporting events and the from-the-burgh meal that must accompany them.

 

James Santelli - Communications Mgr, RAD stops by to give John and Rachael the scoop about the upcoming RAD Summer Staycation. This new initiative will shine a spotlight on FREE summertime events and experiences throughout Allegheny County. Think of it as the “RAD Days of Summer.” From concerts and movies at our regional parks, to summertime festivals and open-house events, RAD Summer Staycation will have something for everyone!



Jeet Jet?
Nick Paradise – External Comm. Mgr, People’s Gas
April is Sustainability Month! Nick Paradise of Peoples Gas gives us the lowdown on how they practice sustainability year-round and about their current initiatives with local orgs. An essential Utilities company, Peoples Gas carries a constant commitment to provide safe and reliable access to life-sustaining natural resources for our communities. They act as stewards of the environment and strive to improve their operations and reduce their impacts, as evidenced by their commitment to reduce their emissions by 60 percent by 2035.



Where Ya At?
Marcus is taking a walk on Merchant St. in Ambridge with Maple Restaurant Manager, Rachel! Grab a bite or grab a pint!



Kevin Klingensmith – Partner, Bistro to Go
The mission of Bistro to Go Cafe & Catering
includes being a place of joy and delight, making things better, and building faithful and enduring relationships. Oh! And they make incredible food. John and Rachael are happy to welcome Owner Nikki Heckman to chat about their reopening in Historic Deutschtown and all they have to offer their customers, their neighbors, and the Burgh overall.


412 Do’s - Channing  from Made in PGH gives us the lowdown on upcoming events in May. Hint: Female Steelers fans and Brides-To-Be, take note!



Steve and the Millers - Steve Sciulli on Electronics and Flutes, Stephanie Miller on Harp, Percussion & Vocals, and Robert Miller on Hammered Dulcimer, Percussion, & Vocals.

Founded in late 2022, Steve and the Millers focus on creating music for relaxation, exploration, and tranquility. Their music includes the immersive sounds of electronics, harp, hammered dulcimer, flutes, percussion, and vocals. Their current lineup includes Steve Sciulli on Electronics and Flutes, Stephanie Miller on Harp, Percussion & Vocals, and Robert Miller on Hammered Dulcimer, Percussion, & Vocals. Check them out on YouTube.

SUMMARY:

We are celebrating Strawberry Pretzel Jell-O Salad on Sunday and Augusta from Kemi’s Kitchen and Jen Gregg from Isaly’s brought us their concoctions. Gina Masciola from WQED brought the story board concept coming May 1 while the Jags sipped on some Limoncello courtesy of Lucky Sign Spirits. Liz Berlin puts the entertainment cherry on top of ep 26 with her rendition of a student song.  

SPONSOR INFO:  

Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.  



WHAT WAS ON THE BLOG: 


Blog 1: The Polamalu Interview 


Blog 2: Spectrum Fudge Announcement 


Blog 3: Bikes on Car 



 

QUESTION OF THE DAY: 

Since the Jags are hosting the City Paper’s Karaoke Kabaret on May 15th, everyone reveals their favorite karaoke song!  

Mitch Dugan Minute: Ever a genuine Pittsburgh attorney, Mitch Dugan shares his thoughts and tips on hiking through the various parks in our region. 

 

As Program Director for WQED, Gina Masciola creates engaging opportunities for the Pittsburgh community inspired by WQED/PBS content. She has managed and created several projects including the WQED Writers Contest, Inquire Within, IQ Smartparent, WQED SmartSchools, IQ Kids Radio, and Musical Kids. Gina’s here to tell us all about the amazing Anti-Bullying Storyboard Contest, presented by WQED Film Academy and Marcus L. Ruscitto Charitable Foundation. 

 

Jeet Jet?  Monica heads to Latrobe to make the iconic All-American Banana Split from Valley Dairy Restaurant!  Lucky Sign Spirits is a Pittsburgh-based distillery dedicated to crafting  unique cocktail-friendly spirits and has twice been named the PA Gin Distillery of the Year. Co-owner Christian Kahle joined the jags to talk whiskey and a new product. Be sure to visit their new 11,700-square-foot Distillery/Tasting Room/Retail shop in Gibsonia. JJ from the Discovery Channel’s show Moonshiners provides some insight on being natural. 

 

Where Ya At? Tressa is back on the North Side checking out Old Millionaire’s Row – where you can get ice cream, wine and biscuits all within one block – talk about rich! 

   

Augusta Williams Kemi's Kitchen & Katering. August and chef Dan McKenzie joined forces in 2018 - over a love for food and exploring assorted flavors - to form Kemi's Kitchen & Katering. Located in Penn Hills, they offer catering for any event from food to drinks to desserts. Augusta drops in to give John and Rachael a sneak peek – or rather, taste – of Kemi’s Kitchen’s SJPS entry for this year’s Stand-Off.  

Jen Gregg of Isaly’s brings the famed ice cream and adds some strawberry and pretzel flavoring with a TON of deliciousness in the form of a milkshake for the standoff. But have you tried their new chocolate chip with sprinkles available at most grocers?  

Liz Berlin, a founding member of Rusted Root, has toured the country with Sting, Dave Matthews, Page and Plant, and The Grateful Dead, to name a few. She’s Co-owner of Mr. Smalls Recording Studio, Mr. Smalls Theatre, and Founder of the not-for-profit, Creative.Life.Support. Liz stops by to tell us all about Creative.Life.Support’s upcoming We Rock Workshop Album Drop Celebration on April 25th. The We Rock Workshop has provided free recording and performance opportunities to current and former foster youth for the past 12 years. 

SUMMARY:


This week’s YaJagoff Late Night has the head of everything at the Pittsburgh Airport Authority, Christina Cassotis.  Local musician and businessman, John Vento updates us on Yinzerfest, cook and podcaster, Doug Heilman drops by with a “teasing tasting” of his entry into the Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad Standoff and singer/songwriter Bia Dao takes us into the weekend calmly with her music.

 

SPONSOR INFO:

Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.

 

WHAT WAS ON THE BLOG:


Blog 1: Parking Crates   
Blog 2:  Boo Birds for Bednar

QUESTION OF THE DAY:

Since the Jags are hosting the City Paper’s Karaoke Kabaret on May 15th, everyone reveals their favorite karaoke song!

 

Mitch Dugan Minute: Mitch Dugan is a genuine Pittsburgh attorney...Not only did he once meet The Stanley Cup,
but he did so at a beloved Pittsburgh institution.



Christina Cassotis - CEO of Allegheny County Airport Authority

Christina has been in the Pittsburgh area for almost 10 years so the jags welcome her as a yinzer. Her insight into Pittsburgh’s position in the “places we want to be” game and we get an update on the new airport work.

 

John Vento – Musician & Businessman

John updates us all on the Pittsburgh YinzerFest plans.  As a representative of Pittsburgh Band Together, and may be best known as the front man for The Nied’s Hotel Band, a recipient of some of the event proceeds, John talks about the music line up for the 4 day event.



Doug Heilman - Home Cook and Podcaster

Combining a love of educating and cooking, he established a social media presence in 2015, aptly named 'Doug Cooking', where he continues to share recipes and cooking techniques Follow his podcast, The Pittsburgh Dish,wherever you get your podcasts.

 

Where Ya At?
Monica meets up with Brent from Curb Pop, a page you should be following, and introduces her to a gem in Castle Shannon: Anthos Greek Bakery and Cafe!

 

Visit Pittsburgh’s Jared Bundy brings us the 412 Do’s
for the weekend, including what’s happening at the UPMC Event Center on RMU’s campus, the unique Khuraki
event, and “Pittsburgh Day” at Rezzanine Esports in Bridgeville.

 

Bia Dao - Somber Alternative Music Artist, Song Writer, & Musician
John and Bia first met at a bar in Kennedy Township while she was performing. We finally got her on the podcast… she’s a busy performer. She woos everyone into a trance with her performance.

SUMMARY: Daisy Jade sits on the couch to relive her role as a reporter on American Rust and ends up being the focal point of six degrees of separation to our other guests. Emilio Cornacchione of Izzazu talks about Ecolution, which Daisy will emcee, and the Northland Library reminds us of their Great Gatsby Garden gala on April 20, which Daisy chairs. One non-Daisy element to the show? The Something Under A Microscope band. Take a listen.  

 

SPONSOR INFO:  

Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.  

 

WHAT WAS ON THE BLOG: 


Blog 1: Bathtub Jagoff 


Blog 2: Alloy 26 email 

  

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Sing KARAOKE!!

 

John and Rachael are emceeing the Karaoke Kabaret at Mr. Smalls on May 15 thanks to Pittsburgh City Paper.  In its honor we learn everyone’s go-to karaoke tune. 

 

Mitch Dugan Minute: Mitch Dugan is a genuine Pittsburgh attorney... so much that he talks mascots and has some faves! 

 

Emilio Cornacchione, Owner of Izzazu Salon,Spa & Blowout Bar, joins us to talk about all things Ecolution Fashion Gala, on June 5th at the Carnegie Museum. For nearly 17 years, Emilio and Izzazu Co-Founder Gino Chiodo have inspired trends and motivated their stylists to utilize innovative cut & coloring techniques to reflect smart, seasonal looks. 

 

Jeet Jet? Tressa and her niece Rebecca are in the kitchen making Great Grandmother Elvira’s Ricotta Cake.  

Pittsburgh native Daisy Jade is a SAG-AFTRA actress, model, TV Host & Personality. She received her degree in Film Studies & Theater Arts from the University of Pittsburgh, along with a Film Studies Certificate from Pittsburgh Filmmakers. She stops by to tell us all about her role in the Showtime series, American Rust, that is shot right here in Pittsburgh. 

 

Where Ya At? This is our version of Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee: Get to know our Jag Bragger Marcus a little better by spending some time in his detailing shop! 

 

Alexis and Alice from Northland Public Library remind us of their fundraising efforts including scooping at Millie’s in Wexford this Thursday and the Great Gatsby Garden Gala on April 20th that gives us the excuse to dress like flappers and support a great resource in the North Hills. Plus, what is happening to the staircase?  



412 Do’s brought to you by Discover the Burgh, one of our fave websites and sources of yinzer info. Jeremy and Angie discuss the eclipse, the home opener and of course expect some beer banter! 



Something Under A Microscope. Three dudes making indie rock. That’s how Josh Steinhauser (Guitar, Vocals), Trey Peck (Guitar, Back-up vocals), and Ben Osmond (Drums) sum up their band  

SUMMARY: 

This episode is “easy like an Easter weekend!” Pittsburgh Magazine’s Kristy Graver is talking the Burgh’s best burgers, Katie Dudas is prepping for 4-1-2 Day with the 412 Thrive Gala and Jason Peterson takes us easily into the podcast end with his acoustic guitar and George-Harrison-like voice! Jack Daugherty from the PDP delivers this week’s 412 To Dos. 

 

SPONSOR INFO:  

Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.  

 

WHAT WAS ON THE BLOG: 


Blog 1: PeterParkers 
Blog 2: “your mom!”  
Blog 3: cross walker on phone 

  

QUESTION OF THE DAY: 

It’s Good Friday, what’s good about it?  

Mitch Dugan Minute: Mitch Dugan is a genuine Pittsburgh attorney.. Where did the D-U-G-A-N fist move come from? 

 

Kristy (Locklin) Graver – Pittsburgh Magazine Food Editor

 

Since September, ‘23, Kristy has been eating burgers around town, “researching” for her Pittsburgh Magazine Best Burger List. From steamed, to plant based to covered with onions and cheese. She has the list! 

 

Jeet Jet? Monica talks with Evan from The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle about their first-ever Big Nosh, a big celebration of Jewish and Israeli food and culture in our community. And Master Chef Judah shows us what goes into making a meal you’ll find at Big Nosh. 

 

Katie Dudas – 412Thrive’s Casino Night 

 

Get ready for a night of glitz, glamour, and giving back at the 2nd annual Casino Night in support of 412Thrive and local breast cancer Thrivers! Casino Night will take place on April 12th at Acrisure Stadium and will include not only dancing, casino games, and top-notch entertainment, but will provide folks an opportunity to contribute to a cause that truly matters. Purchase your tickets here. 

 

Where Ya At? Tressa trots to the North Side Elks Lodge #339 to learn the history of Banjo Night with Music Director Norm and his wife Joanne!  

412 Do’s - The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s  Jack Dougherty reminds us that Spring has sprung downtown, including outdoor dining, the Spring Market and Redd Up Week. And he gives us a juicy tidbit about this summer’s Picklesburgh... 

 

Jason Peterson – Singer/Songwriter/Acoustic Guitarist/Drummer 

 

Jason Peterson is a Steubenville-raised and Pittsburgh-based singer/songwriter. He moved to London for music school in the early aughts and played drums in a band called “The Tide.” When he realized that raising his kids might take sliiiight precedence over chasing the ever-elusive record deal, he moved to Pittsburgh and started writing on his own.  

SUMMARY:

Kelley Jeanne drops her single ‘Who Says’ on April 4, Ryan Douglass built it and the kids keep coming to his annual Field of Dreams clinic on April 13 this year, and Jared Bachar of Visit Pittsburgh is gearing us up for TRAF and PRIDE in May. Lots of dates and do’s! 

 

SPONSOR INFO:  

Thanks to Q92.9 and a special thanks to Peoples Gas, call 811 before you dig into any kind of home project, it is the law. Check out our where ya at and Jeet Jet videos with our jag braggers Tressa Glover, Marcus Cox and Monica Salazar.  

 

WHAT WAS ON THE BLOG: 


YaJagoff Home Show  
YaJagoff March Madness Hack  
YaJagoff visit to Valley Dairy  



Question of the Day: Favorite tv show theme song?  

 

*Mitch Dugan Minute: Mitch Dugan is a genuine Pittsburgh attorney with an admiration for our Pittsburgh parks.  D-U-G-A-N  loves the B-U-R-G-H. 

 

Jared Bachar, CEO of Visit Pittsburgh.  March Madness has more than Duquesne students excited in the Burgh, and Governor Shapiro is among the leadership attending the annual meeting. In addition, June is going to be a busy month downtown with Three Rivers Arts Festival and PRIDE, but there are other amazing events to add to your calendar.  

 

Jeet Jet? Tressa is at the Elks Lodge in the North Side with Lance and Alicia getting a behind the scenes look at their traditional Lenten Fish Fry. 

 

Elliott-born Ryan Douglass played for Bishop Canevin High School where, in his freshman year, he threw a no hitter in the WPIAL semifinals. After high school, Ryan was selected by the Kansas City Royals in the 13th Round of the MLB Draft. After playing professional baseball for nine years, Ryan founded the Ryan Douglass Field of Dreams Baseball Clinic, which provides free clinics to children ages 6-12. Registration is now open for the 18th Annual Clinic, which will take place on April 13th.   

 

Where Ya At? Monica is checking out Ketchup City Creative in Sharpsburg! A place where artists can showcase their talents.  

412 Do’s - Channing Powell from Made in PGH tells us about their upcoming and not-to-be-missed Best Bites Tour. She also gives us the lowdown on their favorite Fish Fry spots as the season winds down. 

 

One part redneck, one part country princess, hybrid Pittsburgh/Nashville singer and songwriter Kelley Jeanne is shaking up the music world. Drawing inspiration from Gretchen Wilson and Alanis Morrisette, Kelley’s music is a modern-day tribute to the redneck queens of country music, sprinkled with the grit of rock and roll. Her latest release, ‘Who Says’, is an anthem about pushing boundaries and living life unafraid of being your most authentic self. ‘Who Says’ will be available on all major streaming platforms on April 4, 2024.