Podcast appearances and mentions of megan harris

If you've been on Pittsburgh TikTok lately, you may have seen a whole bunch of videos about how yinzers pronounce the word "cookie." (Apparently we do something different with our vowels.) In honor of this semi-viral trend, we're revisiting our episode all about the Pittsburgh accent. Actor, voice coach and speech teacher Don Wadsworth joins us to explain what makes our dialect so distinct, and give host Megan Harris a master class in speaking Pittsburghese.**This episode originally published on November 7, 2023. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: Heinz History Center Bike PGH VisAbility 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

Itching to travel but not sure where to go? If you love a deal, City Cast Pittsburgh's Sophia Lo and Megan Harris are back with a bonus episode and talking about more international options, the shocking number of cities you can get to in Florida, the cheapest tickets out of town right now, plus where we would go right now if someone wanted to gift us our next great trip!  Don't sleep on the main episode! We're sharing the best websites and listserves to check before you book, plus how to approach the ticket-buying process when saving money is your top priority. 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

Pittsburgh International Airport isn't a hub, it's still under construction, and it's not on a coast – we're not often the cheapest place to catch a flight to a desirable destination. But if you're a little creative and very patient, there are lots of deals to be found! City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are sharing the best strategies for finding a cheap flight, which sites and services to use, and a few interesting cities you can book right now. Want more direct options? Check out our bonus episode with a ton of recommendations about all the fun places you can travel to from Pittsburgh this summer. If you enjoyed today's interview with Heinz History Center's Chief Historian, Anne Madarasz, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Heinz History Center Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST 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

Pittsburgh's Independence Day celebration may have moved from Point State Park to the North Shore, but you can still expect some really big booms — and the company in charge this year is from Western Pennsylvania. But they're not the only game in town! City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris and Mallory Falk are talking about the birthplace and backstories of Zambelli, Pyrotecnico, and Starfire — and how our region became a hotbed for three of the largest U.S. fireworks makers in the world. **This episode originally aired July 2, 2024. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17th episode: Heinz History Center Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST 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

Over the past few years, the pizza scene has totally transformed. We've got New York slices, more pop-ups, and even a pie topped with carrot purée. Pizza journalist and returning guest Dan Tallarico is chronicling all the pizza joints in the city, and he's here with host Megan Harris to dish on the highs, the lows, the trends, and the pies you absolutely need to be eating right now. Plus, we hear from listeners about some of their favorite pizza spots.  Check out Dan's book, "Pizza Walk: Pittsburgh," subscribe to his newsletter on substack, and listen to our earlier conversation with Dan with even more pizza recs. Thanks to our City Cast Pittsburgh Neighbors and listeners for sending in their recommendations. The clip of Councilman Anthony Coghill came from a Pro-Housing Pittsburgh candidate housing forum in April.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 12th episode: Bike PGH Tree Pittsburgh 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

Is summer Pittsburgh's hungry season? City Cast's Megan Harris and Francesca Dabecco are talking about the region's summer food and drink festivals you don't want to miss, their tips for what to taste, and what to check out while you're there. From beloved staples like Picklesburgh, Barrel and Flow, and Veg Fest to new offerings like Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Week and a Caribbean Carnival, we've got more than two dozen ideas to keep you busy ‘til September.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 11th episode: Bike PGH Tree Pittsburgh 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

Someone's Amazon return could be your next cheap find, but don't skip reading the fine print! Pittsburghers love a good deal, and thanks to Mac.Bid, you can buy anything from appliances to Legos for a fraction of the price. City Cast's Elizabeth Kauma and Megan Harris are talking about how these warehouses got here, what you need to know so you don't buy something broken, and whether it's even worth the risk to be placing bids. **This episode originally published March 18, 2024. Notes and references from today's show: 2022 Retail Returns Rate Remains Flat at $816 Billion [National Retail Federation] M@C Discount Business Profile [Better Business Bureau] Inside the booming business of reselling returned merchandise [Marketplace] This Is What Happens to All the Stuff You Don't Want [The Atlantic] Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10th episode: Bike PGH Tree Pittsburgh 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

You better think twice before grabbing your cell phone on PA roads. New distracted driving rules take effect in June, and you could face $200 in fees if you get caught texting or talking — even while stopped at a red light. City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris & Sophia Lo share some new news about the mayoral election (turnout wasn't all bad?); why the South Side was transformed into an 1800s movie set (and how you can get involved); why Dick's Sporting Goods is on a spending spree (sneakers and Skenes!); and how to get an Uber Eats coupon just for ordering Heinz. Notes and references from today's show: Analyzing the voting data behind O'Connor's Pittsburgh mayoral primary win — and Gainey's loss [90.5 WESA] O'Connor routed Gainey in 14th Ward and consolidated opposition to unseat Pittsburgh mayor [PublicSource] Pennsylvania's distracted driving law set to take effect [90.5 WESA] PA Law: Distracted Driving [pa.gov] New Pennsylvania law bans all handheld devices behind the wheel [WPVI] How Well Do You Know Pittsburgh? Take This Quiz! [City Cast Pittsburgh] Pirates Mac Miller celebration [MLB] Dick's Sporting Goods to acquire Foot Locker for $2.4 billion in effort to corner Nike market [CNBC]   'Broken everything': Kavan Markwood hasn't watched his fall from Clemente Wall during Pirates game [TribLive] Kraft Heinz and Uber Eats Team Up to Launch HEINZ Verified: A New Program That Shows Consumers Which Restaurants Serve HEINZ [Kraft Heinz]  Production of Milton Hershey biopic comes to Pittsburgh's South Side [KDKA] Hershey – Pittsburgh Feature Film Background Casting [Pittsburgh Film Office] Summer Concert Series [Allegheny County]  Movies in the Parks [Allegheny County] Dollar Bank Cinema In The Park [City of Pittsburgh] Learn more about the sponsors of this May 23rd episode: Pittsburgh Pride Bike PGH Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Three Rivers Art Fest 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

A few weeks ago, New York Magazine dropped a bombshell story about U.S. Sen. John Fetterman — how the Democrat's behavior has grown increasingly erratic, worrying many of his staff members and even prompting fights with his wife, Gisele. City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris and Mallory Falk talk about the story and all the reporting that's popped since, plus what we know about how Pittsburgh voters are reacting. Notes and references from today's show: Did Fetterman Dupe Progressives? [City Cast Pittsburgh] The Hidden Struggle of John Fetterman [New York Magazine] John Fetterman checks into hospital for depression [CBS Evening News]  Sen. John Fetterman raises alarms with outburst at meeting with union officials, AP sources say [AP News] Inside John Fetteran's office: canceled meetings, skipped votes and an outburst with PA teachers [Philadelphia Inquirer] Is John Fetterman ok? [Today Explained] Fetterman's Long History of Toxic Relationships in Braddock [Payday Report] Internal polling shows Fetterman's support is tanking with Democrats in his backyard [Politico] Learn more about the sponsors of this May 19th episode: Pittsburgh Pride Heinz History Center Bike Pittsburgh 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

Pittsburgh just went through a really bad storm — some of us went without power for a week — and our leaders declared disaster emergencies to get us extra help. But one of the key agencies that steps in after natural disasters is facing an uncertain future. President Trump just fired the head of FEMA and replaced him with someone who has no disaster response experience. We're bringing back host Megan Harris' conversation with Inside Climate News report  Kiley Bense to discuss what it means for our state to face more threats from climate change as Trump considers cutting FEMA.  **This episode originally aired on March 3, 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 12th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Airport Corridor Transportation Association Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books 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

This weekend, treat your mom, caretaker, or even yourself to brunch! Whether you want dippy eggs and homefries or a towering stack of pancakes, there's a spot in the city for you. City Cast's Megan Harris, Mallory Falk, and Francesca Dabecco are running through some of their favorite brunch menus and which dishes they recommend, plus the places they can't wait to try next. Want the shortlist? Here are the four brunches we just don't want to live without. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 8th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Liberty Magic Fulton Commons 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

Thousands of people are still without power after a big storm blew through the Pittsburgh region. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and contributor Meg St-Esprit are sharing the latest on the recovery efforts. Plus, they're discussing the return of a certain giant duck and a beloved music venue, marathon lore, and sad news for anyone who associates summer in Pittsburgh with the Point State Park Fountain. Notes and references from today's show: Emergency declaration issued for Allegheny County, Shapiro addresses efforts in western Pa. [WTAE] Western Pa. buildings offer charging stations, supplies, shelter after storms [TribLive] How Well Do You Know Pittsburgh? Take This Quiz! [City Cast Pittsburgh] The World's Largest Rubber Duck Is Returning to Western PA [Pittsburgh Magazine] No flow: The Point's iconic fountain to stay dry in 2025 amid upgrades [TribLive] New outdoor space 'Arts Landing' breaks ground in Downtown Pittsburgh [90.5 WESA] Yinz Run Club's Marathon Events [Yinz Run Club] Penguins, 10-year coach Mike Sullivan mutually agree to part ways [The Athletic] Club Cafe bought by Keystone Artist Connect, will reopen this summer [NEXTpittsburgh] CMU international students restored, as Pittsburgh higher ed responds to Trump moves [PublicSource] Chatham University President to Depart, Interim Named [Pittsburgh Magazine] 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 membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 2nd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Pittsburgh Opera Liberty Magic Union Project 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

This past weekend, Pittsburghers had a lot to celebrate. Easter, Passover, and of course, the other high holy day: 4/20. And we like to think that some of our state lawmakers got in on the fun too! A couple of representatives, including Pittsburgh rep. Emily Kinkead, wrote a new memo about how recreational cannabis could get legalized. This debate over legalization has come up over and over again here in Pennsylvania, so we're revisiting host Megan Harris' conversation with SpotlightPA reporters Ed Mahon and Stephen Caruso to figure out the political climate, the potential hurdles, and exactly how cannabis sales could even work. **This episode originally aired on January 27, 2025. 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 membership.citycast.fm. Notes and references from today's show: A handful of Pa. doctors approved 1/3 of medical pot cards in a single year. Experts question the quality of care. [Spotlight PA] Prior misconduct rarely an obstacle for doctors in Pennsylvania's medical marijuana program [Spotlight PA] Spotlight PA investigation spurs call for more oversight of who can be a medical marijuana doctor [Spotlight PA] Thousands more Pennsylvania medical professionals could approve cannabis patients under proposals [Spotlight PA] Legal cannabis likely won't be in this year's budget, but supporters say there's a silver lining [Spotlight PA] Learn more about the sponsors of this April 23rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Pittsburgh Opera Perrico Gardens Allegheny County 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 Mexican food scene in Pittsburgh is growing, and you have so many options whether you want to stop by a taco truck or sit down for brunch and chilaquiles. We're revisiting host Megan Harris' conversation with Oscar Zapata, who moved here from Mexico City for grad school. He's sharing his go-to spots when he craves a taste of home, and he rounded up some of these restaurants for the Pittsburgh Independent. **This episode originally aired on July 13, 2023. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 10th episode: Fulton Commons Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra 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

This is our weekly Wednesday politics episode. John Fetterman was elected to the U.S. Senate as a darling of Pennsylvania's progressive Democrats. But recently, those politics have appeared to shift: Fetterman was the first Senate Democrat to visit Donald Trump after the November election. He has voted to confirm 10 of Trump's nominees – including Attorney General Pam Bondi, who challenged the 2020 election results in Pennsylvania. He has supported a Republican budget and bill to deport more immigrants. He even flirted with Trump's idea of taking over Greenland. So what's the deal with John Fetterman? The Inquirer's Julia Terruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly executive Matt Katz to try to make sense of it all.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four men are vying to be Pittsburgh's next mayor – two Republicans and two Democrats – and there's a lot of money in the mix. City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris is hanging with PublicSource political reporter Charlie Wolfson to talk about who is spending on which candidate, who isn't fundraising at all, a funny new campaign ad, and what we should all be watching for with just eight weeks until the primary. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: Pittsburgh Opera History UnErased 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

When you need a present for someone, sure, you can grab a gift card or go to a big box store, but where's the fun in that? City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris and Francesca Dabecco love shopping local and believe any business can be a gift shop! They're sharing some of their favorite area gift shops and stores where you can both support small businesses and find a Pittsburgh-perfect present in a pinch. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 25th episode: Pittsburgh Opera History UnErased 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

National Potato Chip Day is this Friday! And Pennsylvania is the potato chip capital of the world. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz are joined by our friends at City Cast Pittsburgh – host Megan Harris and Hey Pittsburgh newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco. We're digging into our state's potato chip roots and taste-testing salty snacks from across the Commonwealth. Get a full rundown of Pennsylvania chips in our newsletter, Hey Philly What's your favorite chip? Text us: 215-259-8170 We're also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After two rounds of deer culling in a few city parks, archers have provided thousands of venison meals, but it turns out, that's not enough to keep the animal population at bay. We're talking about how and why guns are getting added to the mix. Pittsburgh Public Schools announced the next phase in proposed school closures, Steelers players reported another round of failing grades in the annual union report card, and we still have not recovered from a recent police substation press conference that got Mayor Gainey so fired up. City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are talking through some of Pittsburgh's biggest stories! Notes and references from today's show: Superintendent's report endorses closures and consolidations for PPS schools [PublicSource] PPS leadership supports consultant recommendations to close 14 schools [WESA] Facility Feasibility Report [Pittsburgh Public Schools] PPS Superintendent on School Closures, ICE Policy & Funding Freezes [City Cast Pittsburgh] Sharpshooters Will Begin Culling Deer in Pittsburgh's Frick and Riverview Parks [Pittsburgh Magazine] Gainey defends public safety record a day after Downtown shooting [TribLive] Is Ed Gainey okay? [Breathing Space] Pittsburgh Steelers Report Card [NFLPA] Pitt resumes PhD admissions after pause over NIH funding cap concerns [WTAE] Learn more about the sponsors of this February 28th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Pittsburgh Marathon - Use code CITYCAST15 for 15% off any event City Theatre 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! Call or text us at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us know how our city got its name — from the British earl and Prime Minister William Pitt. But the spelling of Pittsburgh is far less straightforward. Over time, we've debated, lost, and reclaimed our H. So why was it so complicated to agree on one letter? We're bringing back a conversation between host Megan Harris and historian and author Virginia Montanez to learn about the basic rules of how we spell things (really), why Pittsburgh was so bad at it (shocking), and how newspapermen and intellectuals made everything worse (¯_(ツ)_/¯).  **This episode originally aired July 22, 2024. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Pittsburgh Marathon - Use code CITYCAST15 for 15% off any event Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST 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 end of every calendar year brings with it dozens of best-of lists, and our favorite ones to scroll through are all about the food. City Cast's Megan Harris, Sophia Lo, and Francesca Dabecco are sharing their top picks from the best of 2024 lists released by blogs, reservation sites, and more local news outlets to help you figure out where to eat out in 2025.  Can't keep up with all the restaurants? We've selected our number one spots and all the roundups we referenced on our website. 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

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There was a lot of news in our region this year, from the extended drama around selling the iconic U.S. Steel to a Japanese company to a presidential assassination attempt right in our own backyard. With so much news, there were bound to be stories that didn't get their due. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk are joined by contributor Meg St-Esprit to look back on some of the biggest, goofiest, and most underrated stories you may have missed in 2024.  Learn more about the sponsor of this December 20th episode: Jones Dairy Farm Stories discussed in today's episode: Kayden's Law, headed for Shapiro's desk, will alter child custody case calculus [PublicSource] Kayden's Law passes Pa. Senate, would change family court handling of child abuse allegations [PublicSource] Philadelphia becomes fourth city to ban largest ghost gun parts dealer [Washington Post] Tax Increase Passes, Gun Reform Roadblocks & Pittsburgh Medical Drama [City Cast Pittsburgh]  PA Unclaimed Property Form [PA Treasury]  Pittsburgh can exempt longtime homeowners from tax increases under new legislation [KDKA] The First Public Transportation In Pgh? City Steps [City Cast Pittsburgh] Shop Kate Spade x Heinz [Kate Spade] Pittsburgh milkshake shop holds final ‘Jake's Shake Day' after Guentzel trade [NHL] ​​Pittsburgh milkshake shop announces new ‘Rusty's Shake' [NHL] Kimmi Rhoades on Jay Leno [Instagram] TV Talk: A recovering Jeremy Renner struts confidently through Pittsburgh-filmed ‘Mayor of Kingstown' [TribLive] Baby Bison Arrive at Pittsburgh's South Park Game Preserve [City Cast Pittsburgh] Spotted lanternflies in Pittsburgh picked up by weather radar [KDKA] 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

Trying to fill your books and get people to actually buy? This episode is for you. You'll love this conversation with Megan Harris, Chief Marketing Officer at NF+ (formerly Equestrian Masterclass by Noëlle Floyd). With her background in demand generation for large tech companies, Megan brings a fresh yet strategic perspective to the equine industry. Plus, she's always been a horse girl so she's right at home here. You may not have an international education platform, but you do have an audience of people you're best fit to help. This conversation will give you strategies and practical takeaways so you can build a successful horse business that allows you to keep doing what you love for the long-term. Show Notes (also known as “Where to read a quick summary of what we talked about here and get links I mentioned.”) are over at Stormlily.com/159

After living in Pittsburgh for more than a decade, host Megan Harris is giving herself a challenge: learn how to say one sentence in a convincing Pittsburgh accent. Actor, voice coach, and speech teacher Don Wadsworth is here to provide a Pittsburghese lesson and break down what exactly makes the dialect so distinct. **This episode originally published on November 7, 2023. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 19th episode: Handmade Arcade Luray Caverns 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

It's not raining enough!! In the city, the county, or the state, and it's led to drought conditions just as we're entering campfire season. City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris & Sophia Lo explain what a drought actually means here, what actions you can take or avoid, and what scientists say they'll be looking for as climate change keeps changing Southwestern Pennsylvania. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Pittsburgh Opera Handmade Arcade 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

As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Megan Harris, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Las Vegas, Madison, and Philly. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals' look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin's early voting is going, you're invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Pittsburgh Opera Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council 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

Megan Harris, a candidate for Georgia's Fulton County Board of Commissioners, shares what drives her to want to work in public service and how she came through recent family tragedies.  #spiritualawakening #fultoncounty #sandyspringsga #spiritual #spiritualjourney Longtime Fulton County Commissioner faces challenger for District 2 seat: https://saportareport.com/longtime-fulton-county-commissioner-faces-challenger-for-district-2-seat/columnists/adrianne-murchison/

In Part 2, Megan Harris, a candidate for Georgia's Fulton County Board of Commissioners, shares more on what drives her to want to work in public service and how she is getting through the recent loss of her brother and father. #spiritualawakening #fultoncounty #sandyspringsga #spiritual #spiritualjourney Longtime Fulton County Commissioner faces challenger for District 2 seat: https://saportareport.com/longtime-fulton-county-commissioner-faces-challenger-for-district-2-seat/columnists/adrianne-murchison/

It's the Friday news roundup! If you've tried to watch anything on TV or Youtube lately, you probably know about the U.S. Senate race between incumbent Democrat Bob Casey and Republican challenger Dave McCormick. But you may not know about three other important statewide races in Pennsylvania — for attorney general, auditor general, and treasurer. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris is teaming up with City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and SpotlightPA's Stephen Caruso to explain why these positions matter, who's seeking them out, and what's at stake for the commonwealth. Check out SpotlightPA's extremely thorough voter guides for more information on the races and candidates. 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

It's the Friday News Roundup! Today we're talking about the race for state attorney general, state auditor and state treasurer. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and capitol reporter from Spotlight PA, Stephen Caruso, to break down these PA races.   Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the candidates for auditor general Meet Eugene DePasquale and Dave Sunday, the front-runners to be Pa.'s next attorney general Race to watch: Contested race for Pa. treasurer Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Political commercials are everywhere in Pennsylvania right now, to the tune of more than $430 million so far. So who's paying for all of this, and why are they so negative? Our colleague at City Cast Pittsburgh, host Megan Harris, speaks with PublicSource's Charlie Wolfson about the men and masks behind the money. Charlie's “Spot Check” series will publish most Thursdays leading up to the November election. He also tracked many of the billionaires and concealed donors who've flooded Pennsylvania screens with attack ads, and helps explain how their ads differ from those explicitly endorsed by candidates and their parties.  Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Pittsburgh's own Megan Harris along with hosts from our daily local shows in Austin, Boise, Chicago, D.C., and Salt Lake. City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here. Looking to advertise on City Cast? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of The Rural Woman Podcast™, you'll meet Stéphanie Schiffgens, Marcia Cripps, Megan Harris, Abra Morawiec, Mickey Willenbring, Ashley Clark, Becca Matthews, Melissa Ballard, Colah B. Tawkin and Elaine Vandiver.Join us again for another special episode as we celebrate 5 years of The Rural Woman Podcast!! We are taking a look back and revisiting some of the stories that have been shared on The Rural Woman Podcast. In these throwback episodes, we will be highlighting these incredible, resilient women in agriculture. For full show notes, including links mentioned in the show, head over to wildrosefarmer.com/tbpt8. . .DISCUSSIONS THIS WEEK:[02:43] Diversified Farming in The Pacific Northwest with Stéphanie Schiffgens[07:00] In the Field of Agronomy with Marcia Cripps[09:39] Innovation and Creativity at The Farmers Market with Megan Harris[12:43] Pasture Raised Game Birds & Specialty Poultry with Abra Morawiec[16:17] Heritage Livestock & Indigenous Food Sovereignty with Combat Veteran, Mickey Willenbring[21:44] From Sap to Syrup: All About Maple Production with Ashley Clark[24:09] The Udder Milk: All about Dairy Sheep with Becca Matthews[26:30] Kentucky Grazed, Regeneratively Raised with Melissa Ballard from Bluegrass Beef[29:30] The Intersection of Black Culture and Horticulture with Colah B. Tawkin[33:10] Accidentally an Alpaca and Cut Flower Farm with Elaine Vandiver. . .This week's episode is brought to you by: Patreon . . .Looking to connect with fellow rural women and see Katelyn live? Don't miss out on the excitement! Click HERE to find an upcoming event near you!. . .Let's get SocialFollow The Rural Woman Podcast on Social MediaInstagram | FacebookSign up to get email updatesJoin our private Facebook group, The Rural Woman Podcast Community Connect with Katelyn on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest. . .Support the ShowPatreon | PayPal | Become a Show SponsorLeave a Review on Apple Podcasts | Take the Listener SurveyScreenshot this episode and share it on your socials!Tag...

It's the Friday news roundup! Freelancer and City Cast contributor Meg St-Esprit joins City Cast's Megan Harris and Mallory Falk to talk about increased tourism in the Strip District and Downtown and a new state law that could lead to more armed security guards in schools. Plus, they share their astonishment over how much trash is in our rivers and learn about a famous Pittsburgh architect whose mid-century modern dream homes are on the market (for enormous price tags). We always cite our sources: A recent Allegheny River dredge dug up 50,000 pounds of car parts — possibly from a long-gone Downtown parking lot.  The Strip District will possibly double the number of visits over the next couple years. A new bill tied to the state budget requires one security officer per district to be trained and licensed to carry a gun, but the district can decide whether or not to have the officer bring it into the school. Wondering what else is part of this year's PA state budget? Check out our interview with City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and Spotlight PA reporter Stephen Caruso.  The Catholic schools in the Diocese of Pittsburgh hired six armed guards and a few security officers this year. A Shadyside house by the famous architect and brief protege of Frank Lloyd Wright, Tasso Katselas, is up for sale. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 16th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Bike PGH 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

The humble user review — taken alone, is just one person's opinion. But put a bunch together, and that aggregated star rating can make or break a local business. So today, we're going inside the minds of the people leaving one-star reviews for some of our favorite Pittsburgh places. Producer and quizmaster Elizabeth Kauma puts host Megan Harris and newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco to the test. Can they guess famous Pittsburgh landmarks based only on one-star reviews? Who knows Pittsburgh's haters best?  Check your answers as you play along. **This episode originally published March 11, 2024. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 29th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust 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

Pittsburgh isn't exactly known for its sunny, blue-sky days, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy outdoor dining! The city is full of restaurant patios, and today, we're giving out superlatives for the best ones. City Cast's Megan Harris is with Discover the Burgh's Jeremy Jones to decide which patios are the fanciest, most unusual, dog friendly, and of course, which actually have the tastiest food and drinks. Plus, if we've convinced you to visit Harmony Inn's patio, check out our guide to Harmony to plan a few more things to see and do. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 18th episode: Rivers of Steel Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  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 state just passed a $47.6 billion dollar budget — our biggest one yet. It was only two weeks late this time (not bad, by Pennsylvania standards!) and sets a bunch of new priorities. Spotlight PA's capitol reporter Stephen Caruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri to talk about where the state is putting its money and what got left on the cutting room floor. We mentioned this episode from last year about why school funding in PA isn't fair, and this one about school vouchers. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Rivers of Steel Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  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 state just passed a $47.6 billion dollar budget. It was only two weeks late this time — not bad, by Pennsylvania standards — and set a bunch of new priorities. Spotlight PA's capitol reporter Stephen Caruso joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri to talk about where the state is putting its money and what got left on the cutting room floor. We also mentioned this episode from last year about why school funding in PA isn't fair. You can also check out City Cast Pittsburgh's episode on school vouchers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 16th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's peak real estate season and interest rates are really high – so what does that mean for homebuyers in Pittsburgh? Local real estate broker Jessica Baker shares tips for buyers and sellers and which pockets of the city are still somewhat affordable. Plus, host Megan Harris puts Jessica to the test to see how she would describe some zanier home features… as seen on Zillow. **This episode originally published April 8, 2024. Check out our previous conversation with Jessica to learn whether Pittsburgh potties count as half-baths. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Babbel Bike PGH 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

City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Listen in for how Megan Harris's story stacks up against the rest. 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. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 5th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Return or ripoff? Costsaver or scam? Pittsburghers love a deal, so when the discount stores housed under Mac.bid came to town, many of us started bidding without reading the fine print. City Cast's Elizabeth Kauma and Megan Harris are exploring how it got here, what to do so you don't buy a dud, and whether these liquidation emporiums are worth the risk at all. **This episode originally published March 18, 2024. We love to cite our sources: The National Retail Federations 2022 report on returns. Mac.Bid's Better Business Bureau page.  Marketplace's dive into the wild world of liquidation. The Atlantic's journey into the warehouses that process returns. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Babbel 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

Pittsburgh's biggest fireworks show of the year starts Thursday at 9:35 p.m., and the company in charge of it all is from Western Pennsylvania. But they're not the only game in town! City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris explains the birthplace and backstories of Zambelli, Pyrotecnico, and Starfire — three of the nation's largest fireworks makers — and how they each came to call the Pittsburgh area home. Learn more about Zambelli, Pyrotecnico, and Starfire, plus Pittsburgh's Independence Day show and displays all around the region. And special thanks to the Trib archives and Megan's partner's intrepid reporting in 2010. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 2nd episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  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

One of the latest redevelopment frenzies has been happening on the 400 block of East Ohio Street on the North Side, and the area's even garnered a new nickname: Restaurant Row. But where's the line between bringing new life and changing too much of the neighborhood? City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris is with PublicSource reporter Eric Jankiewicz to learn more. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Babbel Bike PGH Parks on Tap 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

We've had our first string of 90-degree days recently, and it's supposed to be consistently hotter than usual all summer long. But that doesn't mean you need to spend the whole season sweating! City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are sharing some of their favorite ways to beat the heat, cool down their homes, and get a taste of summer away from the sun. Do you have summer plans? Take our two-question Pittsburgh summer bucket list survey! Want a deeper dive into our suggestions? Catch up on these City Cast episodes: Ranking Pittsburgh's City Pools How To Enjoy Pittsburgh's Rivers This Summer Win Prizes! Summer Reading for Grownups in Pittsburgh 6 Things You Didn't Know Your Library Card Could Do The Best Mexican Food in Pittsburgh Plus, check out this map of the city's spray parks and learn how to get free air conditioners from the state. If you haven't heard from a weatherization agency about how to get free air conditioning, you can find your local agency and reach out. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: Babbel Bike PGH Parks on Tap 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

Send me a text about what you love and want to see on future episodes!Megan Harris sits down on Between Two Belts with RJ Bates III to discuss how awesome running a title company is and other amazing topics.With over 1,600 Videos, this is the #1 channel on YouTube for all things Virtual Wholesaling. SUBSCRIBE NOW!    https://www.youtube.com/@RJBatesIII_________________________________RESOURCES FOR YOU:If you want my team and I to walk you through how to build or scale your virtual wholesaling business from A to Z, click here to learn more about Titanium University: https://www.titaniumu.com(FREE) If you want to learn how to close deals just like me, The King Closer, then download the free King Closer Formula PDF: https://www.kingclosersformula.com/close(FREE) Join our exclusive FB group community for real estate investors and wholesalers:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/titaniumvault/(FREE) Click here to grab our Titanium fleet free PDF & training: Our battle tested strategies and tools that we actually use… and are proven to work: https://www.kingclosersformula.com/fleetGrab the King Closer Blueprint: My Step by Step Sales Process for closing over 2,000 deals (Only $37): https://www.kingclosersformula.com/kcblueprintGrab Titanium Profits: Our exact system we use to comp and underwrite deals in only 4 minutes. (Only $99)  https://www.kingclosersformula.com/titaniumprofitsWant to know what the best markets to wholesale in are? Grab my breakdown of all 50 states here: https://www.titaniumu.com/marketsSupport the Show.

Jay-Z is jumping into the debate about how to improve our state's “lowest performing” schools, and he's decided to pump his very influential money into school vouchers. City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are breaking down how schools are funded in Pennsylvania, what Jay-Z's trying to bring to the table, and why people are mad about it.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Rivers of Steel Pittsburgh Cultural Trust 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

Gov. Shapiro says he wants to fully legalize recreational cannabis; what's the holdup in the legislature? City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talks with Spotlight PA reporter Ed Mahon about where Pennsylvania stands on this issue, particularly in light of Ohio's expanded access. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We're also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 18th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our rivers might not be the cleanest — we're looking at you, Monongahela! — but that doesn't mean we can't get out on the water. City Cast Pittsburgh's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are rounding up some of their favorite ways to enjoy our waterways this summer, from glow-in-the-dark night paddles to historical boat tours. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 11th episode: Rivers of Steel Pittsburgh Cultural Trust 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

After living in Pittsburgh for more than a decade, host Megan Harris is giving herself a challenge: learn how to say one sentence in a convincing Pittsburgh accent. Actor, voice coach, and speech teacher Don Wadsworth is here to provide a Pittsburghese lesson and break down what exactly makes the dialect so distinct. **This episode originally published on November 7, 2023. Learn more about our sponsors: It's almost time for the 25th Mattress Factory Garden Party. It's an epic annual fundraiser and costume party, and the theme this year is MAKE/BELIEVE. Get your tickets now for Friday, June 7 at mattress.org. And join AIDS Free Pittsburgh and True T Pittsburgh from 4 to 10 p.m. Thursday, May 30 in Allegheny Commons East Park for the 6th annual Too Hot for July HIV awareness event, including free HIV and STI testing, music, dancing, performances, and more. Visit TooHotForJuly.com. 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