The YaJagoff! Podcast - All about Pittsburgh

Summary: The jags are all FORE learning at OnPar Now. Owner Jan Receski touts that golf is for businesses, and businesses are about relationships....that can be formed by playing golf.  The guest foursome conducting podcast business with us include Meg Harris and Morgan Moody of City Cast Podcast, Will Weiner of Pogopalooza and musician Nick Barilla.

5:02   Jan Receski: Founder + CEO, Jan left her 30-year career in corporate America to create, own, and operate OnPar Now, an indoor golf education and practice space. As one of the first tenants in the Strip District’s Terminal Building, she learned that validating parking and having golf pro Rhiannon provide lessons could be both a learning experience and opportunity to bring groups together interactively. It’s a candy store for kids of all ages who prefer golfing on the putting green, sand trap, or using the simulator. Party needs? Jan has that covered also.

15:36   Meg Harris and Morgan Moody/City Cast Podcast: Megan Harris is an editor, writer, audio producer, and strategist. She is also one of the founders of City Cast Pittsburgh.  Morgan Moody is no stranger to producing, as well as being a voice for the soon-to-be daily podcast. City Cast is a fast-paced news podcast that is currently available two days a week, and will become regular on weekdays at 6 a.m. For now, we can digest their daily newsletter full of news and entertainment.

28:53 Will Weiner/Pogo Palooza: CEO of Xpogo since 2018, Will is committed to helping the team propel the sport of pogoing to heights never seen. He cut his chops in the pogo world as an emcee, and still serves as the voice of Pogopalooza and announces gigs when he is able. Catch the family friendly event this weekend in Market Square where you can see the highest jump, the newest trick, and maybe a record or two broken.

41:44   Nick Barilla: Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nick Barilla has become known locally and nationally in the online music world. His first song, "Take a Chance," came out in 2014. It was used in a commercial for the Pittsburgh Pirates' "Friday Night Rocks" segment.  In preparation for his newest album, he has been putting out singles from his home studio on streaming services, thanks to some inspiration from his fiancé. Next up? A jagoff jingle!

Summary: The jags gotta birthday in the house!! Tracy celebrates her 50th birthday at the Threadbare Cider House. The guests include master Wigle blender Talor Bostock, Pittsburgh Food Nerd Nelli Tokleh, The Incline mastermind Colin Williams and the renowned rapper Gallo Locknez.

2:34 Tracy Kosylo: Did 50 become the new 21?? Raise a glass of cider and let's go party! Everything that has to do with the podcast lineup begins with Tracy and without her... well the jags could figure it out, but they would become, well confused JAGOFFS. Anyway, happy birthday Tracy, and thanks for all that you do for the podcast!

6:24 Colin Williams: Have you ever wanted to know LITERALLY anything even remotely related to Pittsburgh? Well, Colin is keeping yinz in the know with the daily newsy newsletter starting on Tuesdays. The Inclinehighlights unique neighbors, niche topics, big events, and even a mega story about a certain school district.

20:25 Nelli Tokleh: Seems like Pittsburgh has upped its cocktail and food game for the Pittsburgh Food Nerd. Born in Cali and from Dallas to Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Food Nerd covers all fun things in the ‘Burgh with food... and now arts and culture! She spills the tea on becoming food blogger royalty between our three rivers... it’s OK, she can’t cook but a girl can showcase a great eat!

33:41 Gallo Locknez: Re-mixing it up in the hip-hop culture for Pittsburgh, Gallo is an independent artist/producer who is the rapper behind the NBA SOUND UP tracks. He not only uses his voice for singing, but for educating the youth by sharing his knowledge with YMCA in Homewood. Soon traveling to Europe for a summer tour, Gallo performs “Boom” from his new album “Takeoff” which he is releasing with Buddhakai. Plus, hear what it’s like being the governor of the Recording Academy chapter in Philadelphia.

53:11 Tylor Bostock:Chemistry may not have been Taylor’s strong suit... but look at him now! As the Wigle Whiskey senior distiller and master blender, Taylor from Threadbare Cider mixes up the conversation as well as everything whiskey, bourbon, and barrels. When it comes to the barrels, he can tell you all about the cognac process, plus many more liquors that yinzers have come to love in our region.

#YaJagoffPodcast: The TRAF Report 2022

Summary: The Jags venture to Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival at the Backyard Stage at 8th and Penn. Sarah Aziz explains the week's TRAF activities while Ranney stops by for an encore performance with special acts with the Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company Theater of Black and White.

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SPONSOR: Summer means festivals, outdoor events and community collabs with Rohrich Honda. Expect a pop-up parking lot event in June, the return of Little Italy Days, and Pierogi Festival to name a few. Plus, you need a way to get to all the fun, so stop by our Bloomfield location and snag the vehicle that is right for you. As always visit rohrichhonda.com for all your vehicle needs.

QUESTION OF THE DAY: It’s festival season! What is your festival vice, that bad for you item ya just can’t pass up?

4:22    Sarah Aziz: The Three Rivers Arts Festival was relocated to the city's cultural district with art surrounding two square blocks on Penn between 6th and 7th Street and another one on Fort Duquesne. Stay tuned for jazz at the Backyard Stage on 8th and Penn Street to continue through September. As soon as the 10-day festival ends, there will be one food and drink vendor remaining at the Backyard Stage for four months! Sarah highlights where to park, how to navigate traffic, and how best to get where you want to go on foot. She’s TRAF’s walking app. This Saturday, watch out for performances by Goody Mob and CeeLo Green!

25:13    Ranney: If you’re a Pittsburgher, his name is spelled Ranney, but pronounced ‘Rainey,’ and while he doesn’t love ice cream, this artist works with the Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company Theater of Black and White. In the beginning, it was a group of black playwrights with white directors, and white playwrights with black directors, but NOW it includes playwrights and directors from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The organization hosts six plays, and to close out TRAF, they have one piece by the legendary August Wilson that Ranney will be performing himself!  Head to 805 Liberty Ave. on the weekends at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. and 6 p.m. on weekdays to catch a show!

Summary: Some of Pittsburgh's best cider can be found at TattieBogle Ciderworks with Kurt, one of the company's owners. He discusses cider history and the reason behind new, homemade blends, and standards like the Ciara.  Cindy and Ashley from the Pittsburgh Foodies Facebook page talk growth and go-to questions in the foodie community, while Samantha Press stuns us with “Happy Thoughts,” and we “cheers” to good conversations and cider. Plus, our BIG SECRET is revealed. Slàinte!

2:50    Curt Henry: Food, drinks and entertainment, oh my! All at Tattiebogle CiderWorks. The cidery is run by a local family who brings community and cider together in Laurel Highlands. Kurt highlights the homegrown product and its history, paying homage to the settlers of the Laurel Highlands who hailed from England, Ireland, and Scotland! There are 11 varieties of cider to choose from, five of them ‘standards’ and the rest intertwining seasonal and scientific fun! The traditional and modern ciders are made with only the purest juice from the non-spray, heirloom trees.

18:55 Cindy and Ashley of Pittsburgh Foodies: In March 2020, Pittsburgh Foodies was launched and its growth is as fast as apple on trees! After teaching together, Cindy and Ashley discovered that they both have a love for food and have even traveled to other cities just to grub and discover new places! Recipes, grocery tips and recommendations for some of Pittsburgh's greatest eateries can all be found on the group's Facebook page, including heated debates on one fan food especially: PIZZA. There is constantly a debate over where to get the best pizza in Pittsburgh.

36:56    Samantha Press: Singer-songwriter Samantha Press from Bedford, Pennsylvania brings soulful tunes with deep meaning. She grew up with a passion for music and can play three instruments! Her vibrant, cool songs tell stories and conjure imagery, wise beyond her years. Plus, she recently built her own website, Sip & Sing! Join us on July 22 and 23 to see her at the Deutschtown Music Festival in Pittsburgh.

The sister bridges at Allegheny Landing provided the perfect view for listening and for a lineup of 412 star-studded guests. Gavin White from Riverlife explains how to keep the rivers and riverfronts safe, accessible and fun...check aht the activities and events this summer. Josh Axelrod, entertainment journalist for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, gets to interview some TV royalty and gives some PGH royalty fun facts. Sue Kerr, of the Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents, has a BIG announcement happening in June, and Chad Sipes brings soft vocals as he performs one of his new songs called “Pharmacy.”.

The Jags made a stop at the stunning Kitchen by Vangura. The VP of marketing andsales, Robert Vertes, joins them, as does Krystal Vangura, the OG of kitchen creation. ChefNicholasSaxon prepares seared ahi for the jags after his Titanic tasting last week. Sam fromCabinet World discusses the ‘customer can help customize’ theory, and Jodi from The WeddingFlea Market says bring vases and you can’t go wrong when attending her ever-growing expo.Dan Styslinger performs a brand-new song called “Roman Numerals.”