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Unlocking Opportunity Through Tech with Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh full 316 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 13:28:24 +0000 RDcG1I7bexuMosTKvC8ZBZMynSSEeXRx emailnewsletter,news,a-newscasts,top picks The Big K Morning Show emailnewsletter,news,a-newscasts,top picks Unlocking Opportunity Through Tech with Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amp

The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is a free event that celebrates the city's rich literary community and love of reading. Poets, authors and readers gather at the Festival to pay tribute to Pittsburgh's growing literary reputation. The festival features local and nationally-recognized authors, dozens of poets, children's activities, bookstores, entertainment, publishers and more. https://www.pittsburghbookfestival.org/

This "Yinz on the Street" episode is chock-full of goodness, yinzers!You're gonna hear from no less than 10 (!) folks at 2 different events – both involving young people and those who serve as mentors for them. Where the “on the street” part comes into play is that none of these interviews were officially set up ahead of time; Tressa attended each with the goal of chatting with participants or organizers.First up is the Big Brothers Big Sisters Pittsburgh event, The BIG Draft, done in partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tressa talks with BBBSPGH's CEO, Marc Bloomingdale, and then with a Big Brother & Little Brother duo.Then you'll hear from students who were attending Junior Achievement of Western PA's Empower HER Summit which brought together high school girls for a day of inspiration and growth. And we'll hear from our Kindness Crate as well.Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh: ⁠https://www.bbbspgh.org/⁠Junior Achievement of Western PA: ⁠https://www.jawesternpa.org/*******************************************************https://www.yinzaregood.com/Want to learn more about the podcast, including all of the guests who've been featured thus far? Check out our website: ⁠https://www.yinzaregood.com/⁠FOLLOW US on social media!Instagram: ⁠@yinzaregood⁠ Facebook: ⁠@YinzAreGood⁠Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Want a KINDNESS CRATE dropped off at your business or school? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com

Join us for a special episode of This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) as we celebrate the 4th Anniversary of the Pittsburgh Pharmacy Network (PPN)—a thriving community dedicated to connecting pharmacy professionals and students in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Hosted at Shorty's at the Waterfront, this milestone event brought together pharmacy leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates for an evening of networking, collaboration, and celebration. Vadim Gazarov, founder of Pittsburgh Pharmacy Network, kicks off this exclusive Pharmacy Podcast Network coverage, highlighting the impact PPN has had over the past four years. Special Guest Interviews

How the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank is so Impactful full 1705 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 15:43:08 +0000 YhNElqk9j3Xcx8BzK2sZMmesOEOuZePE news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks How the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank is so Impactful On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?f

How people benefit from the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank full 1791 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:06:46 +0000 CbbXHCpBgQnfBokj4BZPziQaRJcLAK8x news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks How people benefit from the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.c

Meryl chats with Kim Salzman about her historical fiction novel, Straddling Black and White, the story of fourteen-year-old Azmera, who takes part in the mass immigration of Ethiopian Jewry to Israel in the 1980s. Theyalso talk about the current war in Israel and its impact on Kim, her family,and friends.Kim was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. After receiving a degree in psychology from Columbia University, she lived and worked on a kibbutz in Israel, which inspired her to make Aliyah. After receiving her law degree from the University of Michigan, she immigrated to Israel where she became fascinated by the stories of Jewish immigrants to Israel from all over the world. She served in the international law department of the Israel Defense Forces, and also advocated for the legal rights of Ethiopian-Israelis. Kim lives in Northern Israel with her husband, three children and a dog. Currently, she works as the Israel and Overseas Director at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh.Website: www.kimsalzman.com/Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091317043993/People of the Book is copyrighted by Authors on the Air GlobalRadio Network#AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #KimSalzman #StraddlingBlackAndWhite #HistoricalFiction #EthiopianIsraelis #EthiopianJews #Aliyah #MakingAliyah #Israel #EthiopianAliyah #Sudan #OperationSolomon #OperationMoses #Racism #Identity #FamilySecrets #Assimilation #Acculturation #ClashOfCultures #October7 #IsraelAtWar #Hostages #WarAgainstHamas #IsraeliArmy #IsraeliArmyService #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #Sequel #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead!

Meryl chats with Kim Salzman about her historical fiction novel, Straddling Black and White, the story of fourteen-year-old Azmera, who takes part in the mass immigration of Ethiopian Jewry to Israel in the 1980s. They also talk about the current war in Israel and its impact on Kim, her family, and friends. Kim was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. After receiving a degree in psychology from Columbia University, she lived and worked on a kibbutz in Israel, which inspired her to make Aliyah. After receiving her law degree from the University of Michigan, she immigrated to Israel where she became fascinated by the stories of Jewish immigrants to Israel from all over the world. She served in the international law department of the Israel Defense Forces, and also advocated for the legal rights of Ethiopian-Israelis. Kim lives in Northern Israel with her husband, three children and a dog. Currently, she works as the Israel and Overseas Director at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. Website: www.kimsalzman.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091317043993/ People of the Book is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #KimSalzman #StraddlingBlackAndWhite #HistoricalFiction #EthiopianIsraelis #EthiopianJews #Aliyah #MakingAliyah #Israel #EthiopianAliyah #Sudan #OperationSolomon #OperationMoses #Racism #Identity #FamilySecrets #Assimilation #Acculturation #ClashOfCultures #October7 #IsraelAtWar #Hostages #WarAgainstHamas #IsraeliArmy #IsraeliArmyService #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #Sequel #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead!

Meryl chats with Kim Salzman about her historical fiction novel, Straddling Black and White, the story of fourteen-year-old Azmera, who takes part in the mass immigration of Ethiopian Jewry to Israel in the 1980s. They also talk about the current war in Israel and its impact on Kim, her family, and friends. Kim was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. After receiving a degree in psychology from Columbia University, she lived and worked on a kibbutz in Israel, which inspired her to make Aliyah. After receiving her law degree from the University of Michigan, she immigrated to Israel where she became fascinated by the stories of Jewish immigrants to Israel from all over the world. She served in the international law department of the Israel Defense Forces, and also advocated for the legal rights of Ethiopian-Israelis. Kim lives in Northern Israel with her husband, three children and a dog. Currently, she works as the Israel and Overseas Director at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. Website: www.kimsalzman.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091317043993/ People of the Book is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #KimSalzman #StraddlingBlackAndWhite #HistoricalFiction #EthiopianIsraelis #EthiopianJews #Aliyah #MakingAliyah #Israel #EthiopianAliyah #Sudan #OperationSolomon #OperationMoses #Racism #Identity #FamilySecrets #Assimilation #Acculturation #ClashOfCultures #October7 #IsraelAtWar #Hostages #WarAgainstHamas #IsraeliArmy #IsraeliArmyService #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #Sequel #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead!

Toys For Pittsburgh Tikes Annual Gala is Saturday, April 5th at Stratigos Banquet Center in North Huntingdon. Get tickets today at https://www.toysforpittsburghtikesevents.com/Helping children in the Greater Pittsburgh area by giving "New" toys, books, and premium play items during the festive season and throughout the year!

Military Changes, And The Urban League Of Greater Pittsburgh full 1594 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:54:59 +0000 uwORX1Se0ykcPiq22DYwIaVQuOBU4UbQ news,a-newscasts,top picks The Big K Morning Show news,a-newscasts,top picks Military Changes, And The Urban League Of Greater Pittsburgh The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasti

Joe Potocnik of JP Roofing joined the show as Joe is on location with JP benefitting the Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh. Myles Garrett called out TJ Watt and said he's not complaining that a trophy isn't in his house. Watt took the high road.

President and CEO Of The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh calls in to talk about empowering people to break poverty cycles.

Eine telefonische Geldbestellung, ein ganz sicherlich bombensicherer Unsichtbarkeitstrick und drei Polizisten, die was sehr, sehr wichtiges vergessen. Das macht zusammen: Sieben Trottel, einen Weltrekord und - Gottseidank - keine Toten. Willkommen zur Trottelfolge Nummer 5!Hier kannst Du VorN unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/Hier findest du auch alle Quellen in Infos zum FallHier geht´s zu Podcast ohne "richtigen" Namen https://podcastohnerichtigennamen.de/Quellen Trottel 1+2:Artikel CNN 2010: Bank robbery suspect calls ahead with demand for cash https://edition.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/03/24/phone.in.robbery/index.htmlArtikel FindLaw 2010: Cops Nab Criminal Suspects Accused of Calling Ahead to Rob a Bank https://archive.findlaw.com/blog/cops-nap-criminal-suspects-accused-of-calling-ahead-to-rob-a-bank/Quellen Trottel 3+4:Artikel Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1995: https://www.newspapers.com/article/pittsburgh-post-gazette-robber-is-senten/109930926/Wikipedia: Greater Pittsburgh Bank Robberies https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1995_Greater_Pittsburgh_bank_robberiesArtikel Bankingclub 2020: Der ganz schön sichtbare unsichtbare Bankräuber https://www.bankingclub.de/news/fun-fact/der-ganz-schoen-sichtbare-unsichtbare-bankraeuber/Wikipedia: Dunning-Kruger-Effekt https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunning-Kruger-EffektQuellen Trottel 5, 6 + 7:Wikipedia: Andreas M. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andreas_MihaveczGuinness Buch der Weltrekorde: Längstes Überleben ohne Essen und Wasser https://guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/67607-longest-survival-without-food-and-waterZugang Zeitungsarchiv Vorarlberger Nachrichten https://texte.volare.vorarlberg.at/viewer/metadata/VorarlbergerNachrichten1979Q2/376/Archiv Parlament Österreich: Stenographisches Protokolle des Nationalrates, Anfrage des Abgeordneten Kabas an Bundesinnenminister Lanc 1985 https://www.parlament.gv.at/dokument/XVI/J/1203/imfname_450799.pdfDebunked: What are the Limits of Human Survival? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT0DaoZyf3I Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carlos T. Carter, and Kelly Allen call in from the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh. Kelly Allen talks with Larry about the Urban Senior Jobs Program. She says it is Empowering and Training Local Seniors

Hour 3- Larry talks with Our sports director, The president and CEO of Giant Eagle and the Urban league of Greater Pittsburgh this hour.

With summer vacations wrapping up and back-to-school season in full swing, it's time to start taking a close look at your fundraising plans for the fall and year-end.    Are you feeling prepared for the busy months ahead? We know how valuable this time of year is in your fundraising cycle, which is why it's so important to focus on creating a strong strategic plan for your donors.   In this episode, Jeff Schreifels is joined by Debi Dunham, Client Experience Leader here at Veritus, and our special guest Jarrod Williams, Director of Development for the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh and an alumnus of our online academy.   Listen in to this episode to learn what steps you can take right now and in the months ahead to set yourself up for a successful year-end fundraising season. Show Highlights: In this episode, you'll learn about… What fundraisers need to do during the fall fundraising season to prepare for a successful year-end How to shift your efforts so that you're using your time effectively in November and December Planning touch points that will cut through the noise during a busy time for your donors

Marty opens the show by discussing the proposed ballot question that would prohibit the city of Pittsburgh from doing business with entities that have ties to Israel. Marty talks with Jeff Finkelstein from The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh about this and what it means for Pittsburgh. Colin Dunlap also joins to ask questions about antisemitism in Pittsburgh. 

V tomto podcaste budeme hovoriť o hlúpych lupičoch, ktorí sa svojim spôsobom podieľali na výskume, ktorý nás doviedol k popísaniu Dunning-Krugerovho efektu a o tom, odkiaľ sa možno berie kyslík na dne oceánov. Zdroje Dunning–Kruger effect 1995 Greater Pittsburgh bank robberies 10 - Yes, 10! - Dumb Criminals Scientists discover ‘dark' oxygen being produced more than 13,000 feet below the ocean surface Image by : ROV KIEL 6000, GEOMAR, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Carlos T. Carter calls in for his weekly segment to talk about his recent NOLA trip, and the political race.

President and CEO of The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh calls in for his weekly segment to talk about the Ebony Canal. Carlos would like to bring a guest: Emmai Alaquiva joins him, Emmy Award-winner and Vice Chair of the PA Council on the Arts, Gov. Josh Shapiro.

CEO and President of The Urban League, Carlos T. Carter, calls in for his weekly segment to celebrate Juneteenth today.

President and CEO of The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, Carlos T. Carter calls in for his weekly segment. Today's topic: Is the justice system biased to privilege white men?

Hour 3 - Larry and Marty discuss Joe Biden taking on Sheetz, a local golf tournament to support veterans, Kennywood, and have their weekly check-in with the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh. 

Carlos T. Carter and John Ukenye from The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh join Larry and Marty to discuss what they are doing to address racial and disability discrimination in Highlands School District. 

Carlos T. Carter, President/CEO at the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh joins Larry and Marty for his weekly segment. This week, they discuss building & shifting work culture.

Kelsey Hussak, Owner of Greater Pittsburgh Plumbing joins Larry and Marty to discuss using their plumbing equipment to look for a body buried in the Northside. 

We want to celebrate what God has done at TBC over the past 60 years and look forward to what God will do in the next 60 years of our church…and we'll do it through the lens of the two verses that have driven the vision and direction of our church for 60 years. These verses drive our mission statement: The Bible Chapel exists to develop followers of Jesus Christ in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, in the Greater Pittsburgh area, and throughout the World. John 17:17Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth._______DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.

It's the Friday news roundup! A bridge collapsed in Baltimore — could something similar play out here? Mayor Ed Gainey's trying, once again, to generate taxes from UPMC and other tax-exempt properties. And a new Pittsburgh-based medical drama called “The Pitt” is in the works. Plus, we've got some fun Easter news, a comprehensive plan update, and a very happy groundhog arrival.  What very Pittsburgh storyline would you love to see from Max's new show? Call or text us at 412-212-8893. We always cite our sources: Pittsburgh was named one of the best places to celebrate Easter. Mayor Ed Gainey is challenging the tax exempt status of more than 100 more city properties. The Trib wrote about the bridge collapse in Baltimore and how the circumstances compare to what happens along Pittsburgh waterways. Learn more about our river traffic from City Paper's “Where the Heck are Pittsburgh's River Barges Going?” PublicSource has a great story about how the city basically ignored warnings about Fern Hollow for years. Max (new HBO) is launching a new medical drama called “The Pitt,” which will be set in Pittsburgh. Check out Reddit's ideas for some very Steel City storylines. The executive producer, John Wells, graduated from CMU. The Pittsburgh Film Office says it's not expected to be filmed here. Punxsutawney Phil and his groundhog wife Phyllis welcomed two healthy pups this week. Did you know Phil lives forever? Here are four fun “Phil phacts” from the Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. Here's how you can get involved with the city's first ever Comprehensive Plan process. Learn more about our sponsor, the YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh and their Racial Justice Challenge, at ywcapgh.org. Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2023, chef Nik Forsberg was a James Beard semi-finalist for his pop-up concept Fet-Fisk, aka greasy fish, which prioritizes sustainably sourced seafood, local meats, and veggies from Nik's own garden. So what does it take to turn a popular pop-up into a thriving brick-and-mortar business? Hear what he grows, how he approaches his menus, and all the plans behind Bloomfield's newest restaurant. **This episode originally aired Thursday, March 30th, 2023. Learn more about our sponsor, the YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh and their Racial Justice Challenge, at ywcapgh.org 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

Have you ever been frustrated by a PRT bus or train showing up late – or not showing up at all? Could new state funding lead to a stronger local transit system? We're sitting down with Katharine Kellerman, CEO of Pittsburgh Regional Transit, to talk about plans for a bus line redesign, her goal to get more drivers behind the wheel, and what's really going on that local buses are late one-third of the time. Learn more about our sponsor, the YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh and their Racial Justice Challenge, at ywcapgh.org 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

The Buccos are almost back! So while you're settling in for Opening Day this week, we're looking to yesteryear and our beloved Pirate Parrot. The shaggy, round, lime green goofball feels ubiquitous to us now, but he actually has a birthday and a backstory, plus a bunch of wild stories behind the men who've worn the suit. We're with author and former Mr. Met AJ Mass to talk about the sordid history of our Buccos' best luck charm and biggest curse. Check out AJ's book, “Yes, It's Hot in Here: Adventures in the Weird, Woolly World of Sports Mascots,” in print or ebook.  **This episode originally aired Wednesday, April 26th, 2023. Learn more about our sponsor, the YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh and their Racial Justice Challenge, at ywcapgh.org 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

Emily Greene State Director of Americans for Prosperity PA joins Dawn LIVE! Emily expands on the mission for Americans for Prosperity - the top voting issues for PA in a pivotal swing state - while also expanding on the AFP Statement on the Border and AFP-PA Statement on Sec. Buttigieg's Visit to Philly - EMILY ALSO SPEAKS ON THE BORDER CRISIS, ECONOMY, INFLATION, STUDENT LOAN DEBT, AND MORE PIVOTAL VOTING ISSUES FOR 2024..  Emily Greene has always had an interest in politics and government. After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh, she immediately jumped head-first into political campaigns. Pennsylvania's political climate in 2016 provided her with an in-depth, hands-on experience in high-profile races, and she thrived in the fast-paced nature of the campaign lifestyle. After several campaign cycles and a healthy mix of wins and losses under her belt, Emily joined the Americans for Prosperity Pennsylvania team in 2018 in the Greater Pittsburgh region. Five years later, Emily now serves as Deputy State Director where she works to build policy coalitions in Harrisburg and fights for policy that allows Pennsylvanians to realize economic prosperity. Under the dome, Emily loves to take on policy fights that bring unique coalitions and unlikely partners to the table. Through broad-based partnerships, Emily fights for policy within the health care, regulatory reform, criminal justice, and better budgeting space. Emily is a 2019 graduate of the Anstine Series and an alumna of the American Council of Young Political Leaders. Though she'll always be a Steelers fan, Emily is a Philadelphia transplant, residing in Montgomery County. Tune in weekdays 10 AM - 12 PM to Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!

TechVibe Radio welcomes Carlos Carter, President of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh to explore how the Urban League is empowering African Americans with the skills and training needed to connect and succeed in the tech industry. Appointed President & CEO of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh in November 2021, Carter talks about a group of youth programs at the Urban League that focus on academic improvement, enhancing aspirations and developing career goals through technology. Plus learn about the 28th Annual Leadership Awards set for February 16! Get details at https://ulpgh.ejoinme.org/rhb2024

On January 6, 1995, McArthur Wheeler and Clifton Earl Johnson robbed two Greater Pittsburgh banks at gunpoint, no ski masks, no stocking cap over the head. No attempt to hide who they were from the cameras or witnesses at the scene. Instead, they covered their faces in lemon juice. They thought the lemon juice would hide their faces from the cameras because lemon juice was used as invisible ink on paper. The Dunning Kruger effect. This is low key hilarious and awkward because we all know someone like this…including ourselves.  In this episode of Shots from the Winchester we talk about the Dunning Kruger effect, what it means and how it may be affecting your life, your business and your relationships without even realizing it…Let's break it down.SOURCESverywellmind.com/an-overview-of-the-dunning-kruger-effectthedecisionlab.com/biases/dunning-kruger-effecthttps://greencastleconsulting.com➡️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greencastleconsulting ➡️ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/1997GACPhiladelphia, Malvern, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Atlantic City, Wilmington, Washington D.C.

January is National Mentoring Month! Tressa sits down for a delightful chat with Maggie Giel-Bovaird, Director of Outreach and Recruitment for BBBS of Greater Pittsburgh. Maggie talks about BBBS' many programs that provide opportunities for adults to make a difference in the lives of children in our communities. And Don goes another round with Name That Neighborhood... Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh https://www.bbbspgh.org/ Have questions about becoming a Big? Email Maggie at mgiel@bbbspgh.org Instagram: @bbbspgh Facebook: @Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh Yinz Are Good: https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGood Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com

About 50 million women were once part of Girl Scouts. That's a lot of women with shared childhood memories of selling cookies, earning badges and singing “Make new friends ...” around a campfire.But, do you know what today's Girl Scouts are doing? The organization has been around for more than 100 years and it's still changing to meet girls where they are.Girl Scouts troops across the country are paying more attention to supporting girls' mental health and swapping out crafts for new badges in activities like electrical wiring and voter registration awareness. Locally, the organization is adding more culturally specific troops for Somali, Hmong, Latina and Black girls.MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the future of the Girl Scouts with Marisa Williams, who started as CEO of the local Girl Scouts River Valleys just over a year ago.  Guest:  Marisa Williams became the CEO of Girl Scouts River Valleys in Dec. 2022, after moving to Minnesota from Pittsburgh, Pa. She was previously the CEO of an affordable housing organization called HEARTH and before that was a regional executive director for the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh.Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.    

Welcome to our January 2024 monthly Digest: a monthly newsletter of the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania! The events and information listed below will be within the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania and any pertinent information from the National Federation of the Blind and the Pennsylvania blind community. If you or anyone you know have any upcoming events or information that can pertain to the blind community in Pennsylvania, please send them to Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com by the 27th of the month so it can be added to our calendar for the following month.   Editor's Note Hello all: I do apologize that December 2023's edition never came out. I was experiencing some hardships and had to remove myself from certain obligations. Thank you to those who checked on me and kept me in their thoughts and prayers.   On a happier note, the Monthly Digest is one year old! We started this monthly newsletter in January 2023, and it was a pleasure sharing all of this information with everybody! I have received many emails with positive feedback and am glad people are reading this newsletter. That was a fear of mine: that people would not read this newsletter and delete it. However, I am happy that people are engaging with the newsletter. Thank you all!  - Stacie Leap     A Message from our State Affiliate President   Dear Members and Friends, Happy New Year! It was wonderful spending time with you at our recent State Convention in November 2023. We had record registration, record attendance at the Banquet and the Possibilities Fair, and an overflowing Exhibit Hall. The feedback I have received about the programming has been overwhelmingly positive.  Thank you to the many hands, hearts, and minds that went into putting this together!!! Looking forward to wonderful things in 2024! Sincerely, Lynn Heitz President, National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania president@NFBOfPA.org   Google Calendar Links   The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania also has a Google Calendar that can be viewed either through the web or subscribed to your calendar apps. You can view the calendar at www.NFBofPA.org/calendar. However, if you wish to subscribe to the calendar and get the events on your calendar apps, please Subscribe and go through the steps to subscribe:   Member Spotlight: David Goldstein   Each month, we will highlight someone within our affiliate. The goal is to allow us to learn about other members within the affiliate. We hope you enjoy this little spotlight! David Goldstein was recently elected as the First Vice President of our state affiliate during our 2023 State Convention! He is also the Treasurer of the Keystone Chapter and Treasurer of the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants. He is also one of the hosts of White Canes Connect, our official state affiliate podcast. In addition, he is also our web coordinator of our new affiliate website: www.nfbofpa.org. If you do not think that is enough, he is the President of Digital Graphics Design, LLC. David is a father of two adult children and a dog dad to Ziggy, a golden retriever. He is into technology and has his own podcast, iCantCU, where he chronicles his life and the different activities he is involved in. In his own words, “iCantCU sounds like a sentence, but it is only 7 letters long. It is like blind people for dummies.” If you ever get a chance to meet David, do not forget to say, “Hello!”   Calendar of Events   The following events are also on our Google calendar with the Zoom information or meeting location. If anyone within a chapter, division, or group sees any errors or misinformation, please contact Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com   The below information is correct as of the first week of the month. The information is most up-to-date on the Google Calendar. Please check back periodically to ensure the correct information is correct.   Coffee with the State President and Board   This monthly discussion meeting brings everybody together to get to know the state affiliate board members and the happenings within the state's divisions, chapters, and advocacy efforts. This meeting is typically held on the 1st Wednesday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with State President Lynn Heitz at president@nfbofpa.org Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 7:30 PM.    Jigsaw Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who do not have a local chapter in their geographical area. This is our at-large chapter Meetings. This meeting is typically held on the first Saturday of the month. Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 10 AM   Deaf Blind Division Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who consider themselves Deaf Blind and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the second Monday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Division President Chris Westbrook at westbchris@gmail.com Monday, January 8, 2024 at 6 PM.   Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants (PABM) Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who are or wish to be involved with the Business Enterprise Program, entrepreneurship, and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the second Wednesday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Division President Pamela Baquero at oneblindhippie@yahoo.com  Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 6 PM.   Greater Berks Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Berks County of Pennsylvania. This meeting is typically held on the second Friday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter President Rosemary Freedman at dogguide.winston@icloud.com Friday, January 12, 2024 at 10 AM.   Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania. This includes Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and the surrounding areas. This meeting is typically held on the second Saturday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter President Cheryl Frazier at cherylnfrazier@yahoo.com Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 10 AM.   Keystone Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Philadelphia area. This is one of two local chapters in the Philadelphia area. The other chapter is the Greater Philadelphia Chapter. This meeting is typically held on the second Saturday of the month at the Penn Museum. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter President Harriet Go at goharriet00@hotmail.com Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 10:15 AM.   Happy Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in or surrounding State College, Pennsylvania. This meeting is typically held on the second Saturday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter President Michelle McManus at michelleandremy@gmail.com Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 1 PM.   Diabetes Action Network (DAN) Group Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who have diabetes, pre-diabetes, or are at risk for developing diabetes. This group typically meets on the third Monday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Group Chair Christine Palmer at tinybuchanan1204@gmail.com Monday, January 15, 2024, at 7 PM.   Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind Children (PAOPBC) Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for parents of blind children and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the third Tuesday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Division President Emily Gindlesperger at vp2@nfbp.org Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 1 PM.   Pittsburgh Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Pittsburgh area. This meeting is typically held on the third Wednesday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter Revitalizing Team Members Emily Gindlesperger at vp2@nfbp.org or Denice Brown at dbrown8827@aol.com Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 6 PM.   Capital Area Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Greater Harrisburg area. This meeting is typically held on the third Saturday of the month. For More Information, please get in touch with Chapter President Jason Polanski at jaedpo96@gmail.com Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 10 AM.   Erie County Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in Erie County, Pennsylvania. This meeting is typically held on the third Saturday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Connie Scheu at conniej1250@gmail.com Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 2 PM.   Blind Parents Group Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for blind parents, grandparents, and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the third Saturday of the month. For more information, please contact Group Chair Stacie Leap at Stacie.leap@gmail.com. Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 7 PM.   Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students (PABS) Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for blind students of all ages and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the fourth Monday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Division President Simon Bonenfant at sbonenfant2@gmail.com Monday, January 22, 2024 at 7 PM.   Blind Seniors Group Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who are seniors or almost seniors as well as their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the fourth Wednesday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Group Chair Connie Scheu at conniej1250@gmail.com Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 7:30 PM.   Brandywine Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Brandywine Valley area of PA. This meeting is typically held on the fourth Saturday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter President Lynn Heitz at president@nfbofpa.org Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 10 AM.   Greater Philadelphia Chapter Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who live in the Philadelphia area. This is one of two local chapters in the Philadelphia area. The other chapter is the Keystone Chapter. This meeting is typically held on the fourth Saturday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Chapter President Denice Brown at dbrown8827@aol.com Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 10 AM.    Pennsylvania Association of Guide Dog Users (PAGDU) Monthly Meeting   A monthly meeting for those who have or are considering getting a guide dog and their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the fourth Saturday of the month. For more information, please get in touch with Division President Becca Weber at weberbecca630@gmail.com Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 4 PM.   White Canes Connect Podcast   Did you know the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has a podcast? It is hosted by members David Goldstein and Lisa Bryant, as well as some guest hosts. It features interviews with our PA members and interviews and resources for the blind community. The monthly Digest is also on the podcast for those who wish to hear a human's voice instead of a screen reader. You can listen to it wherever you listen to podcasts. Listen on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, IHeartRadio, and YouTube @PABlindPodcast. Contact White Canes Connect at whitecanesconnect@gmail.com if you have any show ideas or wish to be on the podcast.   State Convention 2023   We had our state convention in November 2023 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Here are some highlights!  We had 28 people register for our Senior Possibilities Fair. This was our 2nd year having it at the convention, and this was our highest number of registrants! 10 people attended the state convention as a first-timer! Welcome to our NFB of pA family! A total of 125 people registered for the convention! We had our state board elections, and the following people have been elected: President: Lynn Heitz First Vice President: David Goldstein Second Vice President: Emily Gindlesperger Secretary: Harriet Go Treasurer: Brian Mackey Board Director: Denice Brown Board Director: Kirk Hunger Board Director: Michelle McManus   Diabetes Action Network (DAN) Group formed in Pennsylvania!   We are delighted to have a new group join our NFB of PA family! This group, Diabetes Action Network (DAN), aims to educate and provide peer support for those living with diabetes or for those who are at risk for developing diabetes. The group plans to meet quarterly on the second Monday of the month at 7 PM. For more information, please get in touch with the Group Chair, Christine Palmer, at tinybuchanan1204@gmail.com   Washington Seminar 2024   At our Washington Seminar, members of the National Federation of the Blind convene to learn about and advocate for legislative initiatives that will improve the lives of blind Americans. Dates: Monday, January 29 through Thursday, February 1, 2024 Location: Holiday Inn Washington Capitol – National Mall 550 C Street, SW Washington, DC 20024   If you want more information on what the NFB of PA is doing regarding Washington Seminar, please get in touch with our Legislative Director, Emily Gindlesperger, at vp2@nfbp.org   For more information on Washington Seminar, please visit www.nfbofpa.org/washington-seminar.   Shout-Outs and Announcements!   Birthday Wishes   The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania wishes all those born in December & January a very happy birthday!   Fundraisers   Blind Parents Group T-Shirts Fundraiser   The T-shirts come in either black with white lettering or white with black lettering. Both shirts say “I Support #BlindParents” with the NFB of PA Logo and “Blind Parents Group” at the bottom. Funds raised will start a financial fund to assist blind or visually impaired parents and their families through financial life hardships. To purchase a t-shirt, please contact Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com   NFB Pledge   I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind; to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.   NFB Message   The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams.   Many thanks to everybody for all they do within the Federation!   Thanks!   the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania team www.nfbofpa.org  

Meryl chats with Kim Salzman about her historical fiction novel, Straddling Black and White, the story of fourteen-year-old Azmera, who takes part in the mass immigration of Ethiopian Jewry to Israel in the 1980s. They also talk about the current war in Israel and its impact on Kim, her family, and friends. Kim was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. After receiving a degree in psychology from Columbia University, she lived and worked on a kibbutz in Israel, which inspired her to make Aliyah. After receiving her law degree from the University of Michigan, she immigrated to Israel where she became fascinated by the stories of Jewish immigrants to Israel from all over the world. She served in the international law department of the Israel Defense Forces, and also advocated for the legal rights of Ethiopian-Israelis. Kim lives in Northern Israel with her husband, three children and a dog. Currently, she works as the Israel and Overseas Director at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. Website: www.kimsalzman.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091317043993/ People of the Book is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #AuthorsOnTheAir #AuthorsOnTheAirGlobalRadioNetwork #AOTA #KimSalzman #StraddlingBlackAndWhite #HistoricalFiction #EthiopianIsraelis #EthiopianJews #Aliyah #MakingAliyah #Israel #EthiopianAliyah #Sudan #OperationSolomon #OperationMoses #Racism #Identity #FamilySecrets #Assimilation #Acculturation #ClashOfCultures #October7 #IsraelAtWar #Hostages #WarAgainstHamas #IsraeliArmy #IsraeliArmyService #PeopleoftheBook #MerylAin #TheTakeawayMen #Sequel #ShadowsWeCarry #LetsTalkJewishBooks #JewsLoveToRead!

Yinzers! We are now being listened to in 31 countries on 6 continents! Thank you for continuing to tune in and a great big welcome to those who are listening for the first time! In this episode, Tressa chats with Sharon Eberson, producer of the 23rd annual Off The Record show, which benefits the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. To learn more about the show and to grab your tickets, visit: https://trustarts.org/production/91949/off-the-record-xxiii-ai-its-a-real-drag Off the Record XXIII Thursday, Oct. 12th, 2023 Tressa also talks with Sandy Rosen, Chair of Violins of Hope Greater Pittsburgh, a landmark community project centered on the valuable lessons of diversity, equity, and inclusion. It's a powerful and uplifting conversation about a truly incredible project. Learn more about Violins of Hope here: https://bit.ly/3ZIiSXR Violins of Hope | Oct. 7 - Nov. 21, 2023 https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Have a note of gratitude or act of kindness to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com To request a Kindness Crate drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGood

Born in Braddock, studied at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Day shares stories about his own history, how the festival that started as Fresh Fest in 2018 transformed into Barrel & Flow that was recognized in 2023 by USA TODAY as The Best Beer Festival in America. We talk about craft beer, community and Blowfish BBQ. Day on Facebook: www.facebook.com/day.eastwoodDay on Instagram: www.instagram.com/daybracey/Barrel & Flow website: www.barrelandflow.com/Barrel & Flow on Instagram: www.instagram.com/barrelandflow/Barrel & Flow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/barrelandflowBlowfish BBQ: www.instagram.com/blowfishbbq/WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation. 

We talk about her early years, her dreams of being an opera singer, her schooling, her successes, and the factors that led her to WQED-FM where she started to work for this all-classical-all-the-time radio station in 2000. She is on air weekdays from 2pm till 6pm.To learn more about Anna and her many skills, click on these links:On WQED-FM's podcast VOICE OF THE ARTSOn a fundraiser for Pittsbugh OperaA sample of her paintingsA short bio from North Hills Art CenterAnna talking about Sweeney Todd on Pittsburgh VivantWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation. 

He is also an Adjunct Lecturer at the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. He has published many articles and delivered presentations in cities around the world. But he tells a great story about his father, working as a civil engineer on a highway construction project in 1990 in the jungle in Colombia.And we learn a lot.Follow him on Facebook and Linked In: Sebastian Lobo GuerreroTo learn more about AGES Inc., go to agesinc.comFor more about Swanson Engineering, check out engineering.pitt.eduTo learn about the I-579 CAP Urban Connector Project and Frankie Pace Park (also called the “SEA Cap” over the Crosstown Boulevard), go to www.pgh-sea.com/The bridge collapse in Colombia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chirajara_bridge_collapseand www.bridgeweb.com/Report-published-on-fatal-Colombian-bridge-collapse/4659For more about the revolutionary group often called FARCWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation. 

There's a lot about Rick—including his growing up in Bethel Park, PA, studying in Brazil and France, working at South Carolina Educational Television, and arriving at WQED in 1987.  Rick has told a lot of stories about a lot of topics over the years, this episode highlights some of his own story.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.

Tom also explains the origins of some of the organizations he works with including the Allegheny City Ragtime Orchestra, the Hot Club of Pittsburgh, and the Red Beans & Rice Combo. He's a busy man with lots of good stories.See him at work:Allegheny City Ragtime OrchestraRed Beans & Rice ComboListen to the Red Beans & Rice Combo (with special guest Rick Sebak) on WQED FMWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.

In this episode of GUMBANDS, he talks about growing up in Swisshelm Park, teaching himself to play piano, learning about ragtime, classical and New Orleans jazz, moving to other cities, and eventually how he introduced himself to the great Leon Redbone with whom he toured for several years. He has some really good stories. To learn more about Tom Roberts visit his Wikipedia page His personal page His Facebook group about 78 rpm records: The Hot Club of Pittsburgh His first appearance with Leon Redbone on “The Tonight Show” in 1990 Tom with Jacques Gauthé & The Creole Rice Jazz Band Tom with the Pitsburgh trio known as the Red Beans & Rice ComboWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.

And you can hear (and see!) how they all connect with lots of help from Mark Houser, writer, historian, architectural reporter, tour-guide extraordinaire and our guest on this episode of the podcast. We had a good time talking to Mark, and we learned a lot. Give it go.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.orgMore from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-seriesFollow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.

For this episode, there are three parts: 1) an audio podcast, 2) a video version of that interview and 3) a special documentary short about the Tarallos and their business. You can listen to the first one and/or watch the other two.And if you stop by their weekend table in the Strip or visit the shop in Millvale, don't be afraid to try the Trinidad Scorpion Salt.  It's extra spicy in all the right ways.Steel City Salt Company: steelcitysalt.com/WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBEWATCH THE STEEL CITY SALT COMPANY VIDEO EXTRA------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.orgMore from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-seriesFollow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.

Jared talks about the detailed process of preparing for Radical Trivia, his regular creation of unusual promotional posts on Instagram (and Facebook) and a few of his favorite movies.Jared also loves the martial arts and studies and teaches Brazilian jiu jitsu and has a series of instructional videos on the Radical Trivia YouTube channel with Coach “Iron City” Mike Wilkins.There are also some enthusiastic food recommendations involved, including Jared's beloved fries at OTB on the South Side.Look for Jared on Instagram @radicaltrivia (warning: occasional profanity & such) and Facebook and YouTube.------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.orgMore from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-seriesFollow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.

Bill Tippins has written two novels set in the Stone Age in a territory that may seem familiar to readers from Western Pennsylvania. Intended for YA (Young Adult) readers, the books focus on a boy named Tioga and his best friend Kopi as they take on several difficult quests near where the Allegewi River and the Angry River meet to form the Great River. Bill has a website about the books:  tiogaandkopi.com/Both books are available on Amazon.com: The Ghost WarriorsThe Battle For The Emperor's Skull------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.orgMore from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-seriesFollow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation.