City Cast Pittsburgh

Tired of sitting in traffic? Try biking instead! But if you need a pep talk to get on the road with all those cars, we're here to help. We're bringing back executive producer Mallory Falk's conversation with Ted King-Smith, education manager at Bike Pittsburgh, where he's explaining how cyclists can smoothly navigate the city. Plus, he's sharing what bikers and drivers need to know to safely share the road.

Want to put Ted's tips into practice? Bike Pittsburgh is hosting OpenStreetsPGH this Sunday, and they're shutting down roads to car traffic Downtown and in the South Side. The City Cast Pittsburgh crew will be there handing out fun swag, so come say hi!

**This episode originally aired on September 24, 2025.

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Warmer weather is on its way, which means it's the perfect time to break out your bike and start taking leisurely rides around Pittsburgh's trails or even commuting on two wheels. But if you aren't sure where to start or are intimidated by car traffic and our hilly streets, we're here to help. Executive producer Mallory Falk is chatting with Ted King-Smith, education manager at Bike Pittsburgh, about how cyclists can smoothly navigate the city. Plus, he's sharing what bikers and drivers need to know to safely share the road.

Earlier this year,ICE  bought two warehouses in Pennsylvania with plans to convert them into immigrant detention centers. Now they're looking to offload the buildings instead. Executive producer Mallory Falk and Sophia Lo explain what happened. Plus, we're sharing what you need to know about PRT's new payment system, the demolition of a major Pittsburgh bridge, and a potential redevelopment plan for Century III Mall.

Where should Sophia watch the Commercial Street Bridge demolition and replacement? Call or text us our SLIDING BRIDGE hotline 412-212-8893.

Party with us on the Andy Warhol Bridge! The county is hosting a 100th birthday party for the Warhol Bridge and we're emceeing. Join us on Saturday, June 27 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. More details here.

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If you're looking for a summer beach vacation but don't want to travel too far or spend a small fortune, consider a two-hour drive up north to Erie, PA! Whether you're looking for a bike ride along the bay or a roller coaster ride over a peninsula, there's so much to enjoy in the Gem City. 

Rachel Carlson, City Cast Pittsburgh's new audience development manager and a born-and-bred Erieite, joins host Megan Harris to make the case for planning a summer getaway up north.

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It's backyard barbecue season, and no cookout feels complete without a big bag of chips. And if you like your summer snacks to be locally-sourced, you're in luck. Pennsylvania is actually considered the potato chip capital of the world! How did we earn this distinction, and which PA-made chips are the best? The City Cast Pittsburgh crew is joining forces with our friends at City Cast Philly to taste as many locally-made potato chips as we can find, crown a winner, and explain how the commonwealth became the number one spot for this crunchy snack.

**This episode originally aired on March 13, 2025.

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Feeling snacky? The next time you're grocery shopping, pick up one of the many potato chips made right here in Pennsylvania! The City Cast Pittsburgh crew is crunching it up with our friends at City Cast Philly to taste test as many PA-made potato chips as we can find, explore how the commonwealth became the "potato chip capital of the world," and crown the tastiest snack in the first ever (maybe?) Chippy Awards.

As Pittsburghers, we have so much pride in our city. After all, we're the City of Champions and the City of the Bridges! But can we really say we have the most bridges? And did we actually invent the rally towel? City Cast contributor and City Paper managing editor Colin Williams is joining host Megan Harris to set the record straight about Pittsburgh's favorite myths — and celebrating the wins and firsts we can actually claim.

**This episode originally aired on January 20, 2026.

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OG: Pittsburghers love bragging about ourselves. We're the City of Bridges and the City of Champions. But can we really say we have the most bridges? Did we actually invent the rally towel? Do we truly have the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the country? Journalist and City Cast contributor Colin Williams is joining host Megan Harris to set the record straight about Pittsburgh's favorite myths — and celebrating the wins and firsts we can actually claim.

Pittsburgh International Airport (briefly) lost power during the big storm last week – something that wasn't supposed to happen because of our first-of-its-kind microgrid. With more bad weather on the horizon, host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and producer Sophia Lo explain how likely this is to happen again, and why PIT is usually the envy of other airports when it comes to backup power. We also discuss some legal updates involving Primanti's, our "Big Five" nonprofits, and ICE, plus Pittsburgh's role in discovering new dinosaurs.

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Still mourning Stuntpig's closure in Squirrel Hill? Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo have recommendations for new sandwich shops and some hot takes about what's considered an ideal pool sandwich. We're also talking about Butcher and the Rye's triumphant return to Downtown, rumors that we may finally be getting a restaurant with a volcano, and why you should splurge on sour gummy candy from a truck.

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Do you know how many parks Pittsburgh has? Residents of Salt Lake County have wondered about their parks for years — that is, until City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta set out to catalog them all. Over the course of two years, she visited all 511 parks in the county, seeking to record their amenities (e.g., bathrooms, playgrounds), write helpful summaries, and track down the people in charge. The resulting map has already become a valuable tool for locals, who now not only know who to call when trash cans are overflowing: they can also find outdoor spaces that meet their needs.

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You know you've messed up when both the National Weather Service and Mayor Corey O'Connor have to call you out for your lies! The City Cast Pittsburgh team is digging into the drama around country star Morgan Wallen's concert cancellation. Plus, we're discussing some new life for old spaces – including a slice of forest life at the North Side YMCA! – layoffs at UPMC, and new regulations for vape shops.

And in today's members-only bonus segment, we're talking about an infamous Pittsburgher (who was an answer on this week's Jeopardy!), and why the people of our city don't claim her.

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Ordering chicken when you're eating out doesn't feel like the sexiest option, but City Cast contributor and Post-Gazette dining critic Hal B. Klein is here to change your mind. He's telling host Megan Harris about the best chicken dishes at our fine dining restaurants and why it's time to pick chicken over steak.

Have a recommendation for Hal? Call or text our WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER hotline at 412-212-8893.

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