Podcast appearances and mentions of Colin Williams

The tech crew at Escape Collective have been paying close attention to the progression toward 32in wheels in gravel and mountain bike, and while the conversation has come up a few times, it felt time to dedicate some real time to the topic.This week, Escape tech staffers Dave Rome, Ronan Mc Laughlin, and Alex Hunt chat about 32ers in the news, whether the UCI's potential involvement will slow things, and if a new wheel size is of positive net gain for the wider industry. In addition to big wheels, the geeks also talk about some other new products. Meanwhile, members of Escape Collective get Ask a Wrench, the weekly segment where our members' technical questions get answered.Time stamps:  00:02:15 - 32ers in the news  00:03:00 - Thömus gets the first World Cup podium  00:07:00 - Canyon's Lux Era concept  00:10:20 - A few big wheels at Spoken  00:12:30 - The UCI's involvement  00:23:00 - Brands preparing for the next big thing 00:28:30 - Complications in 32er suspension  00:36:00 - It's a high-risk time for more stock  00:39:30 - Cheaper bikes will be worse  00:42:00 - Why didn't it start with gravel bikes?  00:49:00 - Wolf Tooth's lower cost range of products  00:51:50 - Black Inc's new Hyper wheels. So many carbon spokes 00:59:00 - Ask a Wrench with Colin Williams (members only)  01:01:00 - Should you service new suspension and talking bushing clearances  01:14:24 - Fighting stuck tubeless tyres. How to deal with them on the trail?  01:26:00 - A recall-related question 

Pennsylvania's state Supreme Court ruled that skill games — like those poker machines you see at gas stations — are effectively the same as gambling. City Cast's Megan Harris, Sophia Lo, and contributor and City Paper managing editor Colin Williams are talking about how and why Pittsburgh's city council is jumping in to set regulations before state legislators make their move. We're also explaining how Pittsburgh accrued 10,000 trash complaints and our history of creative (questionable?) solutions for dealing with excess garbage. Plus, the Hoffman Group officially bought the Penguins, the Citizen Science Lab celebrated a new home, and the Pittsburgh Passion are vying for their fourth national championship.  And in today's members-only bonus segment, we're sharing some hacks for making the most out of Anthrocon, Pittsburgh's premiere furry conference, which is open to all!  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. Notes and references from today's show: Pittsburgh City Council moves quickly to tax 'skill games' and other amusements [WESA] The clock is ticking for Pa. lawmakers to regulate skill games. Here are the hurdles in their way. [Spotlight PA] ‘I'm not going to be alive tomorrow': Is gambling addiction Pa.'s next public health crisis? [PennLive] Missed trash pick-up complaints have jumped in Pittsburgh [Public Source] The stench of “toasted garbage” once incensed East Enders [City Paper] NHL officially approves sale of Penguins to the Hoffmann Family. Here's what comes next. [KDKA] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, June 26th episode: AIDS Free PGH The Frick Pittsburgh Pittsburgh CLO Quantum Theatre Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

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. If you enjoyed listening to today's interview with Hazell Azzer, Community Outreach and Engagement Coordinator, from AIDS Free Pittsburgh, learn more.  Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, June 17th episode: Westmoreland Museum Athens County Visitors Bureau Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.  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.

New bikes are now rolling in from all directions with both the road and mountain bike race seasons in full swing. In this week's episode, Dave chats with new hire Jack Duncan about what he's been seeing at the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (aka, the Dauphine). Later in the episode, Jack and Dave discuss new cross-country mountain bikes from Orbea and Lapierre. Then Alex Hunt joins to talk about his experience with the new Scott Spark. Not even prompted by Dave, the geeks also cover space and weight-efficient tools for travel. And as per usual, members of Escape Collective get access to our popular Ask a Wrench segment at the end of the episode. Time stamps: 00:01:10 - Pre-Tour tech at the Dauphine  00:09:00 - A tangent on big brand wheels  00:14:00 - Mystery new shoes  00:15:20 - New climbing bikes are being seen, but rarely raced  00:23:30 - How to pack tools for travel is on our mind  00:41:00 - It's a week of new 29er XC MTB, starting with the Orbea Oiz and Lapierre XR  00:49:30 - Alex Hunt joins to talk about Scott's Spark update  00:59:00 - RIP Charlie Cunningham  01:01:40 - Ask a Wrench with Colin Williams (members only)  01:03:00 - Small electric inflators where low pressures matter  01:13:00 - Discontinued pedal lubes and PFAS' 01:20:30 - What on saddles makes them a wear item?  01:27:00 - Pondering a handlebar that turns more freely  01:30:30 - Talking about our mechanical work 

It's been a big week for Pittsburgh public hearings! People turned out to share their passionate takes on the city's revised affordable housing bill, the county's paid parental leave proposal, and a debate about whether to keep Serpentine Drive in Schenley Park car-free. Host Megan Harris, producer Sophia Lo, and contributor Colin Williams dig into the debates. Plus, we share the best local spots for watching the World Cup, some bittersweet Mister Rogers news, and the pickle "delicacies" we plan to avoid at this year's expanded Picklesburgh. (No offense to any vendors, it's tough to pull off an edible pickle ice cream!) And in our members-only bonus segment, Megan is sharing a dispatch from the first Costco in PA to sell alcohol — and whether it's worth a trip to Cranberry for some bulk booze. Notes and references from today's show: Pittsburgh planners swing behind optional affordable housing proposal [Public Source] Parents say paid leave would be a savior, but employers say costs could shut them down [Public Source] The long and winding history of Serpentine Drive in Squirrel Hill takes another twist [P-G] Steelers and Acrisure Stadium announce lineup for Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone [KDKA] U.S. Soccer World Cup Watch Party [Riverhounds] Top 6 Soccer Bars in Pittsburgh [Visit Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh City Council advances rules for new vape shops, though existing stores unaffected [WESA] Police warning Pennsylvania drivers before law banning cell phone use while driving goes into effect [WPXI] Pittsburgh jazz guitarist Joe Negri, known as Mister Rogers' 'Handyman Negri,' dies at 99 [WESA] ‘It's a loss for the street': Jam on Walnut summer concert series canceled in Shadyside [TribLive] 4-Day Picklesburgh Festival Expands to Include Market Square & Arts Landing [Picklesburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, June 5th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust - TRAF Bike PGH Athens County Visitors Bureau Pittsburgh CLO Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

After almost three years of debates and hearings, the Pittsburgh Public Schools board voted to close nine school buildings and make other big changes to the district. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and contributor Colin Williams are taking their questions about what's next to James Fogarty, the executive director of A+ Schools. Then, Megan, Mallory, and Colin dig into the latest on Pittsburgh's budget (which remains bleak) and wonder whether a proposed tax on skill games, pool tables, and jukeboxes will add much to the city coffers. Plus, we get into some brewery closures and bankruptcy filings, Pride celebrations, and a very special Mister Rogers stamp. And in today's members-only segment, we're talking about a local influencer who tries sketchy gas station pills so you don't have to. A+ Schools is hosting its 4th annual Pittsburgh Collaborative Learning Summit today! Learn more here. Notes and references from today's show: PPS approves plan to close and consolidate schools, reversing board's November rejection [Public Source] Allegheny County Council elects 1st female president following Pat Catena fallout [TribLive] Pittsburgh's finances are looking worse than expected [P-G] Deluzio rail-safety reforms find bipartisan support, advance to full House [WESA] Welcome Back to the Neighborhood, Mister Rogers [USPS] New Brookline LGBTQ+ community group builds plans for Pride Month and beyond [WESA] The Big Pittsburgh Pride Guide [City Paper] Meet the local taking gas station boner pills so you don't have to [City Paper] Gas Station Drugs: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) [YouTube] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 29th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

Howdy geeks! It's Unbound race week, and with that, we've seen an expected amount of fresh new tech in the gravel space.This week, Escape's senior tech editors Dave Rome and Ronan Mc Laughlin discuss Specalized's long-awaited update to the Crux. There's, of course, a bit of big wheel chatter. A fun new project product from Wheels Manufacturing. And plenty more.As a reminder, members of Escape Collective also get access to Ask a Wrench, where member questions are answered by Dave Rome and a quest mechanic (this week, Colorado-based Colin Williams returns).  If you liked this episode, please leave us a review. It helps like-minded cyclists discover us.Time stamps: 00:00:30 - Ronan went racing 00:07:15 - Ronan rides the new Specialized Crux 00:14:50 - But is it actually aero? 00:23:47  - Are pure aero gravel bikes what we need?  00:30:05  - Scott's 32in gravel bike for Unbound 00:36:50  - Wheels Manufacturing's better mud stick  00:42:29  - Paragon Machine Works has been acquired 00:43:56 - Good thing: Mechanics you can trust 00:51:00 - Ask a Wrench (Members-Only feed)  00:52:30 - Weird pulley wheel wear  1:03:00 - When is it time to replace a wheel?  1:12:00 - A Dangerholm-inspired Full-Suspension gravel bike? 

Looking for a low-cost, easy getaway this summer? Look no further than Cleveland! From free art to giant pastrami sandwiches, there's a lot to enjoy just across state lines. We're revisiting host Megan Harris' conversation with City Cast contributors Colin Williams and Meg St-Esprit about all the sights the 'Land has to offer, plus sharing listener recommendations for making the most of the City of Trees. **This episode originally aired on July 29, 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, May 27th episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

With Unbound on next week, and the Gralloch on last weekend, it felt timely to talk about going further on gravel. For this, Escape's tech and industry reporter, Suvi Loponen, joins Dave Rome. Also joining this week is special guest (and occasional Escape contributor) Kevin ‘Benky' Benkenstein, a familiar face in the ultra world. There's also talk of whether the trend in wide gravel rims is a good direction. And of course, there's plenty more. Just a quick note that Kevin did have some internet issues, so we apologise for the occasional delay in the recording. Members of Escape Collective get the full episode (and no ads!), where mechanic Colin Williams joins Dave to answer technical questions. Time stamps:  00:01:31 - Suvi's time at the Gralloch 00:10:48 - How to get comfortable when going far on gravel 00:17:13 - New Specialized and Canyon spotted at the Gralloch 00:18:29 - What benefits the pros doesn't always benefit us 00:20:33 - Unbound is coming 00:35:07 - New Enve gravel wheels  00:41:49 - Is wider really better, or is this just a trend? 00:45:55 - Niner bikes goes on pause 00:49:00 - Ask a Wrench (member-only feed)  00:50:30 - How long does a bag of wax last?  00:55:15 - Running a road cassette with mountain bike derailleurs  00:59:30 - Building a tool to stress relieve a wheel  1:06:04 - Does suspension need servicing after storage? 

A new iteration of Pittsburgh's contentious inclusionary zoning policy is headed back to the City Planning Commission. City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are with contributor Colin Williams to talk about how we got here and what we expect at the public hearing June 2. Plus, primary election results, a new baby lion, and our hopes for the NFL Draft clock.  Stick around for the members-only segment, featuring our picks for our Pittsburgh summer bucket list. Not a member? Become one now at membership.citycast.fm.  Notes and references from today's show: Voters pass ballot referendum on Pittsburgh's public notice practice [TribLive] Primary loss by Allegheny County Council president a sign of the times [Public Source] Most Pittsburgh votes go to Democrats in PA primary election 2026 [USA Today] Write-in votes in four Allegheny County House races could have an impact in November [WESA] Citywide inclusionary zoning swapped for bonus program [Public Source] Pennsylvania fruit crops decimated by warm April and hard freezes [WESA] Lion Cub Born at Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium [Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium] Second Glen Hazel bald eaglet dies; avian flu suspected and testing nixed [P-G] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 22nd episode: PGH Cultural Trust PGH Book Fest Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers The Frick Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

Allegheny County Council is taking steps to oust Pat Catena as the group's president, after his campaign sent out a mailer claiming his opponent is "supported by an extreme left group that advocates for transgender athletes in our sports." Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and contributor and City Paper managing editor Colin Williams discuss the latest, plus the county's attempts to regulate tattoos and mandate paid parental leave. We're also opening up the mailbag and sharing your thoughts on local stories like the Market Square teen curfew, questioning how many Steelers fans can truly exist in Paris, and mourning one half of the duo behind our beloved Pamela's Diner. And in our members-only bonus segment, we're joined by Pittsburgh Business-Times reporter Jake Dabkowski to debate whether Sheetz is a gas station or convenience store — and explain why the answer could determine whether it can open in city limits. Notes and references from today's show: Angry crowd demands County Council president's resignation [P-G] WESA Voter Guide: 2026 Primary Election [WESA] Pittsburgh ballot question asks voters for options if print newspapers go away [WESA] Allegheny County is exploring how to regulate tattoo shops in the Pittsburgh region [WESA] Pittsburgh youth, community members question Market Square restrictions at forum [WESA] Youth Forum on Safety and Mental Health with 1Hood Media [Eventbrite] More than 180,000 used free transit for NFL Draft in Pittsburgh [P-G] Unwind by DollTrap [YouTube] Steelers to play Saints in 2026 NFL Paris Game [Steelers] Gail Klingensmith, co-owner of Pamela's Diner for nearly a half century, has died [TribLive] Riverlife's Shore Thing returning to Pittsburgh for second season [KDKA] Gas station or convenience store? Sheetz faces zoning dispute over first city location [Pittsburgh Business Times] Have a question for our county executive? Call or text our PARENTAL LEAVE Hotline at 412-212-8893. Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 15th episode: AIDS Free Pittsburgh Fulton Commons City Winery Pittsburgh PGH Cultural Trust Pittsburgh Power & Fitness Festival PGH Book Fest Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

Gov. Josh Shapiro is suing Character.AI, saying its chatbots are posing as doctors and offering medical advice. Executive producer Mallory Falk, producer Sophia Lo, and contributor Colin Williams dig into the jaw-dropping details from the lawsuit. Plus, we talk about a new teen curfew at Market Square, staffing cuts at the Post-Gazette, an exciting summer music festival lineup, and the city's plan to add chairs and loungers at its public pools. And in our members-only segment, we talk about the drama around PNC's return-to-office mandate. Want to unlock the bonus segment? Become a City Cast Pittsburgh Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Don't miss it! Host Megan Harris is moderating a debate about Pittsburgh's brand on Wednesday, May 27 from 5-7pm at the Pittsburgh Foundation. Reserve your ticket for the free event here.  Notes and references from today's show: Pittsburgh's pools get chairs, loungers for the first time ever [WTAE] 2026 Citiparks Lifeguard Survey [Citiparks Aquatics] New policy restricts when unaccompanied teens can enter Pittsburgh's Market Square [WESA] Walnut Capital to take over The Terminal in the Strip District [P-G] Pennsylvania sues Character.AI over claims chatbot posed as doctor [NPR] Shapiro wants Pennsylvania to regulate AI chatbots. How would that work? [WESA] Newspaper Guild members allege anti-union discrimination in Post-Gazette offer letters [City Paper] More than 40 news sources remain in Pittsburgh's fragmented media landscape [Public Source] As Spirit Airlines shuts down, businesses inside Arnold Palmer Regional Airport feel impact [KDKA] 15 Pittsburgh Music Festivals for Good Tunes and Community [City Cast Pittsburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 8th episode: Bike PGH Union Project PGH Cultural Trust Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh PGH Power & Fitness Fest Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

Are full-blown aero gravel bikes all they're cracked up to be? Dave and Ronan share some strong thoughts on why this may be the wrong path, or at least, why it's still early days for these being the faster choice. For those in the workshop, Dave shares the importance of good lighting and some of his favourite hand-held options for seeing better. Alex Hunt then jumps on to talk about XC tech from the opening round of World Cup racing, including why the conditions caused so many dropped chains. Of course, members of Escape Collective get Ask a Wrench, this week with guru Colin Williams. Dave and Colin answer a handful of questions, but a chunk of the time is spent chatting about their most underrated and overrated tools. Time stamps:  00:02:13 - A Traka load of new, unreleased gravel bikes from Factor and Ridley  00:06:46 - Cervelo Aspero 5 where it's good and where it's really not 00:13:41 - Has gravel learned everything it knows from XC? 00:18:03 - Is the Factor Sarana Ronan McLaughlin's bike for ultras or just confusing? 00:29:42 - A good thing to share about lighting  00:41:47 - Alex joins to talk MTB World Cup 00:43:51 - New bikes spotted in South Korea from Scott and Lapierre 00:51:56 - Lots of mud and 1x drivetrains aren't a good match 01:01:15 - Ask a Wrench (member-only feed)  01:02:40 - Best mechanical shifting options for dropbar?  01:12:10 - Chainline variance and e-bikes  01:17:30 - Squeaky shoes with SPD  01:22:00 - Our most overrated and underrated tools 

Pittsburgh survived the NFL Draft! Executive producer Mallory Falk, interim social media manager Laura Tsutsui, and contributor Colin Williams are rounding up a few takeaways from the event, both good and bad. Colin's sharing what traffic enforcement could look like without the police, and after seeing Punxsutawney Phil throw the first pitch at PNC Park, we think his prognostication skills could be put to work year-round. In our Neighbors-only segment, we're bringing on former local journalist Jakob Lazzaro, and he's explaining why the public bathroom in the South Side's been abandoned after once being hailed as "the toilet of the future."  Notes and references from today's show: Tell Us What You Love About Pittsburgh [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh sets NFL Draft attendance record [Steelers] Small businesses in Pittsburgh report seeing far fewer customers than expected during NFL Draft [WPXI] NFL Draft food recovery effort exceeds 30,000 pounds [TribLive] Transit Talk: Separating traffic enforcement from police could curb Pittsburgh's bad driving [City Paper] Pennsylvania Turnpike plans to text drivers about unpaid tolls, raising scam concerns [CBS Philadelphia] Environmental groups decry plans to burn more coal for data centers [City Paper] Allegheny County gets "F" for air quality [Axios Pittsburgh] The ghost toilet on Pittsburgh's South Side offers lessons for Downtown's new public bathrooms [WESA] What was your impression of the NFL Draft? Should we host it regularly? Call or text us our DRAFT HOTLINE at 412-212-8893. Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, May 1st episode: City Theatre Pittsburgh Opera PGH Cultural Trust Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

The NFL Draft is finally here! Host Megan Harris, producer Sophia Lo and contributor Colin Williams share what we're looking forward to (a Pop-Tart sacrifice!), questioning (a crackdown on bootleg sports merch), and still waiting to see (a fully-open-to-the-public Arts Landing). Plus, we talk about a court ruling that strikes down a state ban on Medicaid-funded abortions, a hunger strike at PA's largest ICE detention center, and a new, costlier city budget. In our members-only segment, we discuss whether Heinz is trying too hard, in light of the news that it's offering a lifetime supply of ketchup to the 57th draft pick. Notes and references from today's show: Pittsburgh International Airport is 'absolutely ready' to be the city's front door during the NFL Draft [P-G] Authorities seize counterfeit NFL merchandise in Strip District [TribLive] Pittsburgh has quietly started replacing colorful Wayfinder Signs with black and gold [P-G] Pennsylvania judges say blocking Medicaid for abortion violates state constitution [Spotlight PA] Commissioners respond to claims of hunger strike at Clearfield County immigration detention center [WTAJ] Council approves Pittsburgh city budget changes, including cuts to food justice program [WESA] As Trump proposes further cuts to science spending, this Pittsburgh researcher is moving to China [WESA] Popular convenience store chain plans to spend nearly $1 billion on 100 stores [PennLive] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, April 24th episode: Pittsburgh Opera Allegheny County Poll Workers Brew House Arts PGH Cultural Trust Serial Killer Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is not shutting down after all! The Baltimore Banner's parent nonprofit just bought the paper from Block Communications Inc. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and contributor Colin Williams share the details. Plus, we celebrate Colin's return to the newly-revived City Paper, which started back up this week, and give an update on when to expect the alt-weekly's first print issue. (It's been a big few days for Pittsburgh media!) We also take a mail bag question about whether Mayor Corey O'Connor can do anything about our high utility bills, explain why Airbnb hosts aren't exactly making bank on the NFL Draft, and share some big wins for the Eat 'n Park smiley cookie and the old PIT terminal. Plus, in a members-only bonus segment, we share where you can find public bathrooms Downtown during the draft and all year round. Update! In our conversation we said a local McMansion was listed for $63k during the NFL Draft — but it's actually listed for an even more eye-popping $68k! We need your help! We're making a list of 1,000 things we love about living in Pittsburgh. Fill out this form to let us know your favorite things about the city.  It could be anything from your go-to breakfast order to your favorite feral animals (real example) — or maybe it's the way the lights twinkle on the Sister Bridges. Notes and references from today's show: “More things you should know before coming to Pittsburgh for the Draft: how to properly use a pothole.” [Instagram] Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to continue publishing after sale to nonprofit media group [Post-Gazette] The Baltimore Banner's parent nonprofit acquires the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette [NiemanLab] PODCAST: Mayor O'Connor on Life After the Draft, Taxing Nonprofits & Public Bathrooms [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: Pittsburgh's Best Bagels [City Cast Pittsburgh] Allegheny County Council puts term limit questions on ballot this fall [WESA] Allegheny County Council proposes bill banning law enforcement — including ICE — from wearing masks [Post-Gazette] Pittsburgh Airbnb hosts seeing low demand for NFL Draft [Post-Gazette] Lights, camera, takeoff: Former Pittsburgh airport terminal rebranded as film set [TribLive] A cookie beat out central Pa. coffee as the coolest thing made in the state [PennLive] Downtown Public Restroom Directory [Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership] Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, April 17th episode: Sustainable Pittsburgh Allegheny County Poll Workers Window Nation Pittsburgh Steelers Taskrabbit AIDS Free Pittsburgh Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

This episode of the SOUL FINE show, DJ Enyaw does an interview with DJ Colin Williams.Colin Williams has been a DJ for over 35 years. He has rubbed shoulders and played with the superstars in the music industry.He is also a photographer, capturing iconic pictures throughout his career.Get to know the man behind the decks and the camera with DJ Enyaw.Catch Enyaw LIVE every Sunday afternoon 2-2pm on www.dejavufm.com

The Michelin Guide is coming to Pittsburgh! The timing is kind of hilarious, since we just did an episode about why our city doesn't have — or need – Michelin star restaurants. Host Megan Harris and City Cast contributors Colin Williams and Hal B. Klein chat about this development, laugh about our clairvoyant conversation, and share which restaurants they think might (or might not) get a star. Plus, executive producer Mallory Falk joins to discuss a Washington Post editorial chiding Pittsburgh Public Schools for going remote during the NFL Draft. The team also gets into concerns about how our unhoused community might get treated during the draft, PA's first underground state park, and more bad news for Pittsburgh's brewery scene. Then, in a members-only fourth segment, we unpack a juicy profile of the Block brothers and share the latest gossip about the future of the Post-Gazette. Come celebrate Pittsburgh with us on 412 Day! We'll be at Southern Tier Brewing on the North Shore on Sunday, April 12 from 11am-2pm. Find all the details about the free event and RSVP here. We'll be cheering on everything we love about our city. Notes and references from today's show: VisitPITTSBURGH Unveils “PicksBURGH” Downtown Celebrations Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft Presented by Bud Light [VisitPITTSBURGH] Schools are closing for the NFL draft. What does this teach students? [The Washington Post] Pittsburgh Public Schools to lease parking lots for NFL Draft as students move remote [WTAE] Advocates ask for Pittsburgh's homeless to be treated humanely during 2026 NFL Draft [TribLive] PODCAST: Why Pittsburgh Doesn't Have (or Need) Michelin Star Restaurants [City Cast Pittsburgh] The Michelin Guide is Coming to Pittsburgh. How Does it Work? [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: ICE at PIT, Weird Heinz Products & Kennywood's (Almost) Open [City Cast Pittsburgh] “Go help save some lives”: Give blood with the Red Cross [American Red Cross] Penn Brewery closes Pittsburgh International location amid financial struggles [Post-Gazette] Inner Groove Brewing says its closing one of its taprooms in Pittsburgh [WTAE] With 2 more Pittsburgh-area locations set to close, Primanti Bros. looks to recalibrate [Post-Gazette] ‘I Will Destroy You': The Battle Inside a Midwestern Media Dynasty [WSJ] The Nation's Longest Ongoing Strike Is Over—but the Battle Isn't [Columbia Journalism Review] Learn more about the sponsors of this April 10th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust City Theatre Clearview FCU Sustainable Pittsburgh Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

A recent review comparing SRAM XPLR AXS to Shimano GRX Di2 1x brought up an interesting comment from a reader: does electronic shifting kill the soul of a bicycle? It's a topic of discussion in this week's episode. Also in this episode, tech editor and industry reporter Suvi Loponen rejoins Geek Warning to talk about Canyon's somewhat confusing new Endurace CFR release. You'll also hear about some other bits of new tech. Meanwhile, the PSA this week doesn't mince words, calling out a new product on Kickstarter as one to avoid.   Of course, members of Escape Collective also get access to Ask a Wrench, where this week Dave is joined by pro wrench Colin Williams to answer a number of your questions. Time stamps:  02:41 - Is electronic shifting lacking a soul?  16:36 - New Canyon Endurace CFR isn't an Endurace  31:59 - New things from Easton, Vittoria and Surly 41:28 - PSA: You can't lube a chain with nonsense 50:00 - Ask a Wrench with Colin Williams (Member's Only)  52:00 - Should I clear coat raw aluminium?  57:35 - Mystery Di2 chain dropping issue  1:05:00 - SRAM dropbar sticky pistons  1:10:20 - Bringing a bike out of winter storage 

A mystery search warrant targeting the City of Pittsburgh has sparked big questions and almost zero answers. What could the district attorney's investigation actually be about? Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and contributor Colin Williams break down the most likely scenarios, what's rumored, and why this kind of move is so unusual. ICE is officially at Pittsburgh International Airport, even though staffing here wasn't a problem — so why are they really here? Pittsburgh City Council is following the county's lead in proposing a bill to limit cooperation with ICE. The NFL Draft is bringing nice things but also transit detour chaos. Plus, the Midwife Center hit a big milestone, an attorney is accused of embezzling $1.4 million from the Duquesne Incline, there may be hope for the Pens and Pirates, and No Kings protests are returning on Saturday. Don't forget to tell us what you love about Pittsburgh to be entered into our $1,000 giveaway! And we're also inviting you 412 Day, a totally real holiday to celebrate what makes Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh.  Notes and references from today's show: DA Zappala serves search warrant on city of Pittsburgh [Post-Gazette] Bills regulating city cooperation with ICE headed for discussion in Pittsburgh City Council [WESA] Pittsburgh's NFL Draft transportation plan: PRT schedules, phased road closures & parking [WTAE] Pittsburgh area 8th grader has the last remaining perfect women's NCAA bracket [TribLive] Pittsburgh lawyer accused of embezzling $1.4 million from Duquesne Incline group [Post-Gazette] Western Pa.'s only stand-alone birthing center celebrates 10,000th baby [WESA] "No Kings" protests set for Pittsburgh [Axios Pittsburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this March 27th episode: Fulton Commons Carnegie Library 412 Day Taskrabbit Political Gabfest Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

Pittsburgh will finish its controversial $6 million master plan thanks to a contribution from the Heinz Endowments. But the city's still in rough financial shape — and it doesn't help that some police officers are spending big on premium car washes. Host Megan Harris, producer Sophia Lo, and contributor Colin Williams share the latest on the budget and talk about distressing body cam footage that emerged after a local ICE arrest. Plus, they celebrate the return of Pittsburgh City Paper, mourn a Downtown grocery store that never even opened, and discuss both fish (a potential North Shore aquarium) and fowl (a bird tornado). Notes and references from today's show: Pittsburgh comprehensive plan to receive Heinz Endowments funding [WESA] POD: Why Pittsburgh's $6 Million City Plan Might Stall Out [City Cast Pittsburgh] Creative Math with Ed Gainey [Breathing Space] Pittsburgh council, caught off guard by depths of budget woes, blames data dearth [TribLive] Pittsburgh police spent thousands on premium car washes as city faces large deficit [WPXI] Pittsburgh police bodycam shows they assisted ICE, mocked the situation, and were ready to detain the victim's wife [Instagram] Pittsburgh police chief orders review of alleged order for officers not to intervene in ICE arrest [Post-Gazette] POD: How To Join Pittsburgh's ICE Rapid Response Network [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh Zoo Exploring North Shore Aquarium [Pittsburgh Zoo] Entrepreneurs behind Well Well Market cancel plans for downtown Pittsburgh grocer [Pittsburgh Business Times] Boards of Pittsburgh Public Theater, Pittsburgh CLO approve merger [TribLive] Pittsburgh, City Paper is BACK! [City Paper] Goodness, gracious, great balls of fire: Meteor lights up sky over Pittsburgh [Post-Gazette] POD: UPMC Didn't Challenge Trump, So These Pittsburgh Families Did [City Cast Pittsburgh] UPMC: Some patient records may have been 'improperly accessed' [WTAE] Raucous bird tornado touches down as snow geese make annual flight to Arctic [AP News] Learn more about the sponsors of this March 20th episode: P3R The Westmoreland Carnegie Library Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

This week, Ronan and Dave discuss Muc-Off's much-delayed entry into premium drip wax lubes. Better late than never? With some new gravel wheels from Swiss Side and Scope hitting the market, the conversation turns to how hooked rims are quickly becoming a sales feature even in disciplines where hookless is perfectly fine. The geeks also chat about rim widths and wheel choices. Of course, there's a PSA, while the free episode wraps with Ronan sharing a new app for the watts-obsessed – wattsthedifference. Something you'll be missing in this free feed is that members of Escape Collective get the full episode, including Ask a Wrench. This week, Dave is joined by pro mechanic Colin Williams to answer questions related to torque, DOT fluid, and picking one grease. Time stamps:  02:45 - Muc-Off does the thing they debated against  17:20 - Swiss Side's budget gravel performance and  20:16 - Hooked is a selling feature 22:30 - Scope enters the wider rim space and a rabbit hole down the rim width tunnel  31:15 - Wolf Tooth joins the nice semi-internal headset game 35:00 - Sapim expands beyond steel spokes  41:00 - PSA for the eyes  43:30 - Ronan's good thing  1:00:00 - Ask a Wrench (members only)  1:00:40 - More on torque, dry threadlocker, and carbon paste  1:08:00 - Worry about a frame repair  1:11:00 - How long does DOT fluid keep for?  1:14:00 - Picking one grease for general use 

Devastated it's cold again? Warm up your belly with hearty brisket chili, creamy mac and cheese, or perfectly smoked ribs. City Cast Pittsburgh contributor Colin Williams is back to make the case that Pittsburgh has a surprisingly decent BBQ scene, and he and host Megan Harris share some of their favorite spots. **This episode originally aired on September 18, 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 17th episode: P3R The Westmoreland Carnegie Library Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

Mayor Corey O'Connor announced yesterday that Pittsburgh's facing a shortfall of up to $40 million and he's reopening the 2026 budget. Executive producer Mallory Falk is with contributor and TribLive reporter Colin Williams to share what we know so far. Then, newsletter editor senior Francesca Dabecco joins the team to talk about never-ending construction on Penn Ave, development plans in the Lower Hill, a sneak preview of Pittsburgh's newest concert venue, and Isaly's return to the Strip District. (How much will they charge for a chipped ham sandwich?!) Come work with us! We're hiring an audience development manager and podcast contributors. Learn more about the roles here. The deadline to apply is Monday, March 16. Notes and references from today's show: Pittsburgh faces budget shortfall of up to $40M, leaving city finances in crisis [TribLive] PODCAST: Is Pittsburgh Going Broke? [City Cast Pittsburgh] New phase of Penn Avenue reconstruction in Pittsburgh to begin with extensive detours [TribLive] Penn Avenue Strategic Plan [Bloomfield-Garfield Corporation] First look: Citizens Live at The Wylie [Axios Pittsburgh] URA details new approach for portion of Lower Hill redevelopment site [Pittsburgh Business Times] O'Connor unveils plan to streamline Pittsburgh permitting, overhaul zoning code [WESA] PODCAST: Pittsburgh's Big Idea To Fix Downtown. Plus, Do Local Sports Really Matter? [Your City Could Be Better] Former Westinghouse site in Churchill could become a mixed-use ‘dream come true' [Post-Gazette] Council votes to restrict Allegheny County employees from cooperating with ICE [Public Source] PODCAST: Sara Innamorato on ICE, Buying a House & Next Steelers Stadium [City Cast Pittsburgh] Isaly's will be returning to Pittsburgh's Strip District this coming summer [KDKA] Learn more about the sponsors of this March 13th episode: AIDS Free Pittsburgh Heinz History Center Liberty Magic The Westmoreland Carnegie Library Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

Antisemitic and racist messages have been broadcast over a police radio channel — along with death threats against Mayor Corey O'Connor — but we don't know who's behind them. Host Megan Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk are with City Cast contributor and TribLive reporter Colin Williams to share what we know about the investigation so far. They also dig into the mailbox and answer your questions about the NFL Draft and improvements Downtown. Finally, they celebrate some big local wins, from Oliver Bath House reopening to Noah Wyle sweeping awards for his portrayal of Dr. Robby in "The Pitt."  Notes and references from today's show: Man who scaled Gulf Tower in Pittsburgh charged with criminal trespass, arrest warrant issued [WPXI] Allegheny County investigating 'hateful and threatening messages' on public safety radio channels [Post-Gazette] Police increasing patrols at Pittsburgh religious institutions in wake of antisemitic scanner messages, councilmember says [KDKA] Squirrel Hill Lunar New Year parade canceled amid fears of ICE in Pittsburgh's Asian community [WESA] PODCAST: Pittsburgh's Big Idea To Fix Downtown [Your City Could Be Better] NFL Draft opens online fan registration [TribLive] PODCAST: Why Pittsburgh's So Trashy [City Cast Pittsburgh] ​Immaculate Collection Events [Allegheny Cleanways] NFLPA 2026 report cards: See the results for all 32 teams [ESPN] Oliver Bath House Reopens After Five Years [Pittsburgh Magazine] Structural issues delay Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge reopening in Pittsburgh [TribLive] A bookstore in Pittsburgh has been named Pennsylvania's friendliest small business, study shows [KDKA] Bikeshare workers form union in Pittsburgh [TribLive] Bus Line Refresh [PRT] ‘The Pitt' wins big, ‘Sinners' takes home top prize at Actor Awards [TribLive] Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Liberty Magic Family House City Theatre  Pgh Cultural Trust Your City Could Be Better Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

The Pittsburgh Public Schools board is discussing school closures…again. Executive producer Mallory Falk and producer Sophia Lo are with City Cast contributor and TribLive reporter Colin Williams to talk about whether the district will finally make a decision. Plus, they explain why Pine-Richland might reserve its controversial school library policy, and what that says about larger book ban efforts across the country. They also discuss ways to learn about and celebrate local Black history all year long, including attending the premiere of a new documentary about WAMO, and dig into Congresswoman Summer Lee's response to President Trump's State of the Union. Finally, they celebrate a young Pittsburgher who broke the record for Girl Scout cookies sales and went viral in the process. Notes and references from today's show: PPS board agrees to decide on school closures by end of school year 'one way or the other' [WESA] Mayor Corey O'Connor wants to see vacant Pittsburgh Public schools utilized [WESA] Pine-Richland takes first step in revamping controversial library book policy [Post-Gazette] 7 Ways To Learn About Black History in Pittsburgh [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: Why a Pittsburgher Just Officially Became Baseball's Best Hitter [City Cast Pittsburgh] Democrat cruises to victory in South Hills special election [Public Source] In response to Trump, Summer Lee offers a different state of the union [Post-Gazette] Pittsburgh City Council bans waste transfer stations within 500 feet of homes, schools, parks [TribLive] Allegheny County's human services director leaves to work for Mamdani in New York City [TribLive] Pittsburghers took home four medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics [Axios Pittsburgh] Crosby out at least 4 weeks for Penguins [NHL] NFL Films and Pat McAfee celebrate Pittsburgh with ‘The Football Town' [TribLive] Pittsburgh Girl Scout goes viral after she sells a record-breaking number of cookies [Post-Gazette] Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh P3R - Use code CITYCAST15 to save 15% off any event registration Pittsburgh Opera Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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. 

Bone2pick kicks off our 2026 season with a dynamic sit down with trombone virtuoso Colin Williams. Colin was appointed associate principal trombone of the New York Philharmonic in 2014. Prior to that, he was principal trombone of the Atlanta Symphony and the San Antonio Symphony. He has performed with the orchestras of Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Washington D.C. and Houston. He is active as a soloist and chamber musician and is co-founder of the Southeast Trombone Symposium. His signature trombone is produced by the S.E. Shires Co. Enjoy!

Will this be the year Pennsylvania legalizes recreational cannabis? City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are with contributor and TribLive reporter Colin Williams to talk about why the commonwealth is so far behind its neighbors and what local lawmakers can realistically do about it. There's good and bad news at the airport, more “snatch and grabs” by ICE, and new events for the NFL Draft. And we're sharing what we know so far about Sidney Crosby's injury at the Winter Olympics. Plus, Megan's SO GRATEFUL for everyone who's been in our DMs with more insights about recent shows. Thank you especially to everyone for your fish fry recommendations!  Notes and references from today's show: Are Republicans in Pa. ready for legal weed this year? Advocates are skeptical. [Spotlight PA] Pittsburgh City Council calls on Harrisburg to legalize marijuana [TribLive] After calling the police for help, a Brentwood man was arrested by ICE at court [Post-Gazette] Shapiro admin tells ICE to drop plans for Pa. detention centers, warns facilities may not get permits [Spotlight PA] Oakmont votes against immigration enforcement role, while Springdale officials say little [Public Source] Pittsburgh International opens five new dining options [Post-Gazette] ‘Alarming' levels of PFAS from Pittsburgh airport are being discharged into Montour Run watershed [The Allegheny Front] Cursive handwriting is set for a comeback in Pennsylvania schools [Pennsylvania Capital-Star] Jason Lando sworn in as Pittsburgh police chief [TribLive] Canada's Sidney Crosby suffers injury at Olympics, to get imaging [ESPN] Pitt Athletics to host block party complementing NFL Draft [TribLive] If you enjoyed today's interview with The Westmoreland's Director of Learning, Engagement & Partnerships, Erica Nuckles, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode: Heinz History Center Living Memory Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

It's Friday the 13th! And it's not clear what that portends for Pittsburgh. Fear about increased ICE activity is creeping into everything from county government to the governor's race. City Cast's Mallory Falk and Megan Harris are with contributor Colin Williams talking about what we know, plus how the agency is quietly leasing new space all over the commonwealth. Stick around for street trees, PG updates, a new proposal to improve city snow removal, how an Allegheny County congressman eluded a grand jury indictment, a Carnegie International preview, and more. Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by our CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against a months-long ICE operation. Notes and references from today's show: Allegheny County Council to consider bill barring ICE cooperation [WESA] Allegheny County Council Regular Meeting - February 10, 2026 [YouTube] ICE Is Expanding Across the US at Breakneck Speed. Here's Where It's Going Next [Wired] How agencies under Gov. Josh Shapiro's control do — and don't — cooperate with ICE [Spotlight PA] Governor hopeful Stacy Garrity says she'd work with Trump administration on Pennsylvania's elections [WITF] Shapiro, Democratic governors press White House to include all at annual event [Post-Gazette] Pittsburgh study links dark roofs and roads to higher heat and social vulnerability [Phys.org] Pittsburgh's street trees are free upon request. So why do they often go to the city's wealthiest residents? [City Paper] Learn more about the city's Shade Tree Commission [City of Pittsburgh] Planning with Purpose: 10x10,000 Trees for a More Resilient Pittsburgh [City of Pittsburgh] Increasing equitable access to Pgh's urban tree canopy [Pittsburgh Canopy Alliance] Learn more about ReLeaf programs in Beltzhoover, Cali-Kirkbride & Homewood [Tree Pittsburgh] Efforts to keep Pittsburgh Post-Gazette operating appear to stall [KDKA] Chairman of Penguins buyer says company is in talks to buy the Post-Gazette [WPXI] City councilor calls for faster snow removal at Pittsburgh sidewalks and bus stops [WESA] Former Pittsburgh Mayor Gainey appointed to state gaming control board [WESA] Grand jury refuses to indict Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Chris Deluzio, in connection with illegal military orders video [Post-Gazette] Sen. John Fetterman says previous comments against voter ID were 'out of deference' to Gov. Tom Wolf [Post-Gazette] Kraft Heinz CEO pauses plans for company separation [Pgh Biz Times] If the word we 59th Carnegie International [CMOA] Four players with Pittsburgh ties helping the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team get off to a hot start [KDKA] Kingfly Spirits in Strip District abruptly closes [TribLive] Learn more about the sponsors of this February 13th episode: Heinz History Center AIDS Free Pittsburgh Family House Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

Have you experienced certain models of Shimano 12-speed chains rusting more easily than expected? It's one of many topics in this week's Geek Warning, the cycling tech podcast from Escape Collective. This week, Suvi, Alex, and Dave also discuss limitations and concerns regarding the fast-arriving 32in wheels. There's talk of new bikes. And what we carry for fixing tubeless punctures. Those on our member-only feeds also get access to Ask a Wrench, where this week Colorado-based pro mechanic Colin Williams joins Dave for the first time. Happy geeking! Time stamps: 1:40 - Trek's new XC bike has been spotted 6:40 - Big (32”) wheels continue to gain momentum, but maybe we should pump the brakes?  18:00 -  Basso's new gravel bike  22:30 - Do 12-speed Shimano chains have a rust issue?  31:00 - Tubeless tyre plugging  42:30 - What we've finished working on  45:00 - Ask a Wrench (Member-only, with pro mechanic Colin Williams)  46:00 - When cutting carbon goes wrong  51:00 - Are there short-cuts to setting up SRAM Transmission?  58:40 - Tips for gravel racing in sand  1:04:00 - Specialized FutureShock headset tips

The cold weather continues to wreak havoc across our city. A feud over a Brighton Heights parking spot went viral, vehicles froze to the street in Highland Park, and one intrepid East Ender reserved their parking space with a Pittsburgh potty. Host Megan Harris, producer Sophia Lo, and contributor Colin Williams are joined by parking chair skeptic Bruce Chan to debate proper parking chair etiquette in our inaugural "Am I the Jagoff?" segment. Plus, the team shares their opinions on Heinz's ketchup keg, a new Pittsburghese hotline, and Lady Gaga's cover of "Won't You Be My Neighbor." Notes and references from today's show: 'Well shew ya whereta gew in the snew': Pennsylvania Tourism Office launches winter hotline voiced by regional accents [WHYY] 2026 NFL Draft: Renderings of campus in Pittsburgh revealed [NFL] Tap Into a Keg of Ketchup [Pittsburgh Magazine] PODCAST: The Best Pizza Joints in Pittsburgh [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh Parking Revenge aka Don't Steal Spots [Reddit] Pittsburgh council confirms O'Connor's picks for police chief, public safety director [TribLive] Oakmont weighs ban on ICE agreements after arrest [Axios Pittsburgh] ICE agents take Brentwood man, leaving family seeking answers [TribLive] Josh Shapiro says he's preparing for a potential deportation surge in Pennsylvania [Spotlight PA] ICE buys $87M warehouse in Berks County as it plots expansion of immigration detention centers across the U.S. [Spotlight PA] Movie and TV projects spent a record-breaking $300 million while filming in Pittsburgh last year [Next Pittsburgh] When all of Pittsburgh's snow melts, will it lead to flooding? A meteorologist explains. [KDKA] Learn more about the sponsor of this February 6th episode: P3R - Use code CITYCAST15 to save 15% off any event registration Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're also on Instagram at @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

Some of our streets still haven't been cleared, nearly a week after the Pittsburgh region was hit with double digit snowfall. When can we expect some relief? And will UPMC's $10 million gift for emergency vehicles make things better? (Also, just how generous is this gift, really?) City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris is joined by producer Sophia Lo and contributor Colin Williams to share the latest on snow removal. Plus, they discuss city and county efforts to restrict ICE activity, whether the new Steelers head coach counts as a win or loss for our city, and how you can help make a Pittsburgh-themed Lego set become a reality. Notes and references from today's show: UPMC gives $10M to city for plows, ambulances [Axios Pittsburgh] The challenges Pittsburgh Regional Transit faced before making rare decision to suspend service during snowstorm [Post-Gazette] Pittsburgh-area school districts are running out of snow days [KDKA] PODCAST: Mayor O'Connor on ICE, Affordability & AI [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: Can You Be Charged for Getting in ICE's Way? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Ways To Support Pittsburgh's Immigrant Communities [City Cast Pittsburgh] 'Pittsburgh is my world': Emotional Mike McCarthy introduced as new Steelers coach [Post-Gazette] Guild Journalists, Pittsburgh Community, Local Labor Comes Together to Launch PAPER [CWA] Architecture: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania [Lego Ideas] Who Should Be On Pittsburgh's Walk of Fame? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Walk of Fame Nominations [Pittsburgh Walk of Fame] Learn more about the sponsors of this January 30th episode: Fulton Commons The Westmoreland Museum P3R Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

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 celebrate the wins and firsts we can actually claim. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 20th episode: Pittsburgh Opera P3R The Ascent by Christopher Walker Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning 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.

The first week of the new year brought a lot of changes for Pittsburgh. Corey O'Connor was sworn in as mayor, the Block family announced that it's shutting down City Paper and the Post-Gazette, and the Steelers made it to the playoffs thanks to a divine intervention. Host Megan Harris is joined by City Paper's former news editor, Colin Williams, and Axios Pittsburgh's Ryan Deto to talk about O'Connor's first week in office, what the loss of two local papers means for the city, and whether the Steelers could win a playoff game for the first time in nearly a decade. They also discuss Pittsburgh's connection to the hit show "Heated Rivalry" and another Bucco Brick fiasco. Then, producer Sophia Lo joins Colin and Megan to run through a few things to look forward to (or dread) as we go through 2026. Notes and references from today's show: Will Pittsburgh become America's most important city without a newspaper? [NiemanLab] An open letter to the Block family [Breathing Space] Mayor-Elect Corey O'Connor Inauguration Ceremony [YouTube] O'Connor tours Downtown with an eye to fixing it up [TribLive] The story behind the Steelers' blessed end zone [Axios Pittsburgh] 'Heated Rivalry,' the gay hockey romance taking over the internet, finds love in Pittsburgh [P-G] Reports: Fenway Sports Group reaches agreement to sell Penguins [TribLive] Pirates fan receives hilarious replacement Bucco Brick [Reddit] Pittsburgh's 2026 is bigger than you can fathom [Axios Pittsburgh] Your Last Minute Guide to Pittsburgh's Best Paczki [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh Lenten Fish Fry Map [Hollen Barmer] Learn more about the sponsors of this January 9th episode: Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh!

Gainey versus O'Connor. South Side business owners versus their clientele. Pirates fans versus Bob Nutting. There were so many juicy rivalries in Pittsburgh this year. Host Megan Harris is joined by City Paper's Colin Williams to discuss the biggest beefs of 2025 and share which feud they'd most like to see resolved in the new year. 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.

Welcome, Colin Williams, whose fascination with the use of language began with a grandfather from down Downeast Maine, at a university way down south, and with work in international commerce. It all inspired a poetic and lyrical volume of work. After several years of sea duty in the Navy during the Vietnam War, his matriculation at SMU (Southeastern Massachusetts University) was a welcome home flavored by the delight of the University's Paul Rudolph architecture. His tenure there included the co-chairmanship of the SMU Concert Series, which included finding art majors to design handbills, posters, tickets, and backstage passes. He directed concerts in the auditorium, the big parties in the campus center, and the 3000-seat gymnasium. These events were a 4-year experience. Colin said, "Having lived at several coastal addresses near the South Coast, the change to our urban environment was in part inspired by knowing that the Swain School of Design flavoured the neighbourhood." It was all a part, he believes, of the intersections of SMTI, SMU, and the Swain School of Design. After moving to New Bedford, the city became a village for him. Along with historic and maritime presence, a culture of musicians and artists, where "the embracing behaviour of many talents continued to be characterized by expressive and collaborative instincts." Colin Williams spoke with The Artists Index Cofounder & Podcaster Ron Fortier shared his memories of the halcyon days of SMU, as well as his love of the South Coast, and so much more.   Colin F. Williams Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02748   Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube   NOTE: A selection of Colin's poems is in the image gallery. Colin will also introduce Scott Bishop's two podcast conversations with folk music legend, Maggi Peirce, in our next two post-holiday episodes.    ALSO AVAILABLE ON: YouTube WHILE YOU'RE HERE: Please consider donating whatever you can to ensure that our mission continues as we document the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!  

Are you the kind of Pittsburgher who always shows up to Light Up Night and puts up your holiday decorations right after Halloween? Today, we're bringing together a few local media outlets to see who knows the most about our city's seasonal traditions, and we want you to play along with us! We're asking questions about our prolific pop-up bars, iconic local commercials, and favorite winter events.  What was your final score? Tell us how you did at our TRIVIA HOTLINE at 412-212-8893. Thanks to our guests Colin Williams at City Paper, John Rhoades at Next Pittsburgh, and Jeff Freedman at QBurgh, and special shout out to CCP contributor and quizmaster Kevin Gavin. Get more from City Cast Pittsburgh when you become a City Cast Pittsburgh Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm Notes and references from today's show: PODCAST: The Story Behind Eat'n Park's Iconic Christmas Commercial [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: Why Pittsburgh's Menorah Went to the U.S. Supreme Court [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: The Best Holiday Pop-Up Bars in Pittsburgh in 2025 [City Cast Pittsburgh] Find Holiday Cheer at These Pittsburgh Pop-Up Bars [City Cast Pittsburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: Fulton Commons Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST 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.

There's a lot of debate about where Pittsburgh is part of the East Coast, Midwest, or Appalachia, but one thing we can say for sure: Pittsburgh is not part of the South. And for some people, that means that our barbecue scene can be lacking. While we might not live up to the pitmasters in the Carolinas or Texas, we promise that if you're willing to look, you'll still find tender meats, tasty sauces, and great sides. City Paper's Colin Williams is here to tell Host (and born-and-bred Southerner!) Megan Harris where to satisfy your barbecue cravings. Plus, if you love spice and heat, check out the city's first hot sauce festival at Velum Fermentation on October 4. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Heinz History Center Fist Ascent City Theatre The Frick 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. 

We're all about weekend getaways, and we're making the case for why your next vacation should be in Cleveland. Host Megan Harris is chatting with City Paper's Colin Williams and City Cast Pittsburgh contributor Meg St-Esprit about all the sights the 'Land has to offer, plus sharing listener recommendations for how to best experience the City of Trees. We're talking about adventures in a national park, giant pastrami sandwiches, and why one Pittsburgher might be a Browns fan this fall.  Learn more about the sponsors of this July 29th episode: Downtown Cleveland Ohio Wines Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 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

Looking to get away from Pittsburgh? Whether it's just a day trip or an overnight stay, there are so many spots to choose from all within two hours. You don't need to spend big on a flight to find museums, great food, and more fun. We're with City Paper's Colin Williams to get his take on the most underrated day trip destinations in the area. If you enjoyed today's interview with VisAbility's President & CEO, Erika Petach, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Bike PGH Quantum Theatre Overlook Maps TurboTenant 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

Colin Williams, an award-winning talented photographer, was born as a twin in Trinidad and Tobago and raised in the vibrant urban landscape of New York City. His parents, Noel and Eastlyn Williams, instilled in him a strong sense of identity and connection to his Caribbean roots, with deep familial ties to Trinidad, tracing lineage back to his great-grandfather Paul Williams, who immigrated from Martinique to Trinidad and was pivotal in the cultural movement known as the #SoulBoys Growing up. Colin excelled in sports, notably as a member of the basketball team at Arima Senior Comprehensive in Trinidad. He is a devoted father to three beautiful daughters, often likening them to "a box of chocolates" Colin attended the Germain School of Photography and the New School of Visual Arts. His initial foray into the creative world began with modeling, in the high-profile fashion industry of Japan. He secured notable campaigns for brands like Suzuki, Nikon, and FILA. Professional Achievements: With over 40 years of experience in the film and photography industry, Colin served as a first and second assistant director, location manager, and freelance photographer for esteemed publications such as @nytimes NewyorkDailyNews, Essence.com. He has worked with companies and celebrities such as: Conrad New York Hotel, @amex Citibank, @lancomeusa AIG, @bloomingdales @macys @iflycaribbean jetBlue, @Forbes InStylemagazine, Ocean Style Magazine, Vanguard Media, BAHAMAS TOURISM AUTHORITIES, Barbuda Tourist Board, Caribbean Tourism Organization, Trinidad and Tobago Tourism, Brooklyn Chamber Of Commerce, The City Of New York, Berggruen Institute [Think Tank company]…… @AlJarreau Alvin Ailey, @missGraceJones @isaachayes Judith Jamison, @LilKim @MarthaStewart @methodman @barackobama Penny Commissiong, Quincy Jones, @whoopigoldberg + HARRY BELAFONTE @harrybelafonteofficial who has praised Colin for his impactful work. He founded the Eric Williams Appreciation Day through the Dr. Eric Williams Preservation, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago. He has volunteered with The Center for Arts Education, creating photography workshops for youth in New York City. Colin received the Nina Simone Young Gifted and Black Entrepreneurial Award in January 2010, recognizing his contributions to the arts and entrepreneurship. Colin has actively campaigned to promote Trinidad and Tobago's visibility. Colin's projects focus on historical figures and events significant to Trinidad and Tobago, such as the four Olympians who represented the nation in the 1960s and the legacy of Eric Williams. Colin dedicates much of his time to researching, documenting, and narrating stories that shape the identity of #trinidadandtobago fostering a cultural pride that transcends generations. Colin Williams is a passionate advocate for Caribbean #culture and #history -a steward of the stories that define his heritage, and a mentor to the younger generation. Colin inspires others to appreciate and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Trinidad and Tobago's cultural landscape.For more on Colin Williams, go to -Inside The Call at: https://www.onthecallpodcast/insidethe call... To explore his portfolio, visit his website at (https://www.colinwilliamsphotography.com) or connect with him on social media @colinwphoto. Phone: 646-552-5521 Email: colinNwilliams@gmail.com

Students from Sprague High School in Salem and Lincoln High School in Portland are co-champions of a national civics competition that tests students’ knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Constitution. But it’s how they won that has made this year’s “We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution National Finals” one for the history books.  Sprague High School’s team consisted of just two members, seniors Matthew Meyers and Colin Williams. They won a spot at the national finals in Washington, D.C. after winning second place in the state competition in January, behind Lincoln High School.  At the finals, Meyers and Williams faced off against teams with 20 or more players in the 3-day competition, fielding questions about constitutional law and Supreme Court cases from a panel of judges and legal experts. When the scores of all 32 teams were tallied, the duo from Salem were initially declared winners on April 11, with the Lincoln team finishing in third place. But according to reporting by The Oregonian and New York Times, Patrick Magee-Jenks, who teaches social studies at Lincoln High and coaches its constitution team, found what appeared to be a mistake in his team’s score. That prompted officials at The Center for Civic Competition, which organizes the annual competition, to investigate and correct the scoring results, with both Sprague and Lincoln High School prevailing as this year’s national champions.   Meyers and Williams join us to talk about this remarkable outcome, along with Magee-Jenks and Audrey Farrimond, a junior at Lincoln High School and member of its constitution team.

In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking case of the Gunnison double-murder, where Estefan Coronado and Colin Williams lost their lives in a tragic and senseless act of violence. We look into the court proceedings, including the emotional sentencing of Zachary Baker, who received 30 years in prison for his role in the murders.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

House Committee on Natural Resources Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7662, H.R. 7807, H.R. 8952 & H.R. 10005 House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | 2:15 PM On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 2:15 p.m., in room 1334 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7662 (Rep. Houlahan), "Critical Minerals Security Act of 2024"; H.R. 7807 (Rep. Obernolte), "Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force Act"; H.R. 8952 (Rep. Zinke), “Crow Revenue Act”; and H.R. 10005 (Rep. Hageman), “Expedited Appeals Review Act” or the “EARA” Witness and Testimony Panel I (Members of Congress): Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-Wyoming) Rep. Jay Obernolte (D-California) Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Montana) Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pennsylvania) Panel II: Dr. Colin Williams Program Coordinator, Mineral Resources Program U.S. Geological Survey U.S. Department of the Interior Moffett Field, California [All bills] Ms. Cheryl Lombard Senior Program Director – Power, Infrastructure, and Minerals ClearPath Action Washington, D.C. [H.R. 7807] Mr. Frank White Clay Chairman Crow Tribe of Indians Montana [H.R. 8952] Mr. Jonathon Travis Principal, Severance Tax Ryan, LLC Houston, Texas [H.R. 10005] Mr. Derf Johnson Deputy Director Montana Environmental Information Center Helena, Montana [Minority Witness][H.R. 7807, H.R. 8952, H.R. 7662] Committee Notice: https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=416669

With the weather warming, crossing a bridge doesn't feel quite so impossible. So if you want to go out and party this weekend, where should you go? Pittsburgh has options — Spirit, Belvedere's, Cavo, and Club VIP — but the ‘Burgh used to have way more nightclubs that catered to a wider diversity of party-goers. We're with City Paper's Colin Williams about what happened to Pittsburgh's nightlife scene.  **This episode originally published on January 10, 2024. Keep up with the pop-up parties by following Jellyfish, Hot Mass, and Slappers N Bangers on Instagram. Learn more about our sponsor, the Pittsburgh Opera, presenting The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson, April 27 through May 5, at the Byham Theater. 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

If you want to go out and party this weekend, Pittsburgh has some solid options — maybe you'll hit Spirit, Cavo, or Club VIP — but the ‘Burgh used to have way more clubbing options that catered to a wider diversity of party-goers. We talk to City Paper's Colin Williams about what happened to Pittsburgh's nightlife scene.  To keep up with pop-up parties, we recommend following Jellyfish, Hot Mass, and Slappers N Bangers on Instagram. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also 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

Book bans have been cropping up all over the country, usually brought by conservative parent or community groups appealing to school boards saying they don't want kids to have access to something for various reasons. Often it's LGBTQ+ identifying characters, conversations about race, uncomfortable hardships, truths, or lived experiences that some people think students aren't ready for. But while some parts of the state have been inundated with book challenges, Western Pennsylvania hasn't.  We're with City Paper's Colin Williams to talk about his upcoming reporting — including proposed bans in Norwin, Hempfield, Pine-Richland, and Franklin Regional school districts, and how our upcoming election Nov. 7 could set the stage for fights to come. Thanks to the Pittsburgh Media Partnership for funding Colin's reporting, completed in partnership with Belt Magazine and the Pittsburgh Institute for Nonprofit Journalism.  Check out your voting status and make your plan to vote here. Want some more Pittsburgh news?  Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then 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

Host, Dr. Mark Williams, is joined by his nephew and firearms enthusiast/educator, Colin Williams. They discuss the importance and challenges of gun regulation in the context of education, scripted societal influence and primacy of our American rights. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rtconsult/support

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.

We went “treat-tasting” at Grandpa Joe's Cand Shops in the Strip District. The highlight was the blind-folded taste testing of ketchup pop and pickle pop game that Rachel Carlson mastered. It might be the first time John ever gagged at podcast. Colin Williams, the new big kahuna of The Incline Pittsburgh, joined Rachael and John for a candy cigarette convo and then Bradley Evanovich rolled in with his Bon Jovi story and original music! Rohrich Honda is known for its vast showroom with a backup of vehicles in its warehouse in Bloomfield. But what about the pre-owned and certified used vehicles in inventory? With a click or a call, you can be up to date on how many of your desired make or model are available for purchase. As always visit rohrich.com for all of your vehicle needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices