Podcasts about mon valley

Jonathan Weaver on why the Mon Valley remains a great place to buy your first home

Kelly Doyle of McKeesport's Mission: Agape on addressing food insecurity in the Mon Valley

Join us for a compelling conversation with Mayor Delia Lennon-Winstead of Braddock and Mayor Cletus Lee of North Braddock as they share their perspectives on the proposed merger between U. S. Steel and Nippon Steel. These passionate community leaders discuss the importance of U. S. Steel as the backbone of the Mon Valley, the economic and environmental benefits of the merger, and their vision for a thriving future. With heartfelt stories and strong arguments, they shine a light on the stakes for their towns and the broader region.

Don Smith, President, Regional Industrial Development Corporation (RIDC), calls in to talk about their plans post election.

Sacrifice zones are areas where people have been left to live in conditions that threaten life itself, from toxic industrial pollution to the deadly, intensifying effects of man-made climate change. In a more just and less cruel society, the very concept of a “sacrifice zone” wouldn't exist. And yet, in America, after decades of deregulation and public disinvestment, more working-class communities are becoming sacrifice zones, and more of us are being set up for sacrifice at the altars of corporate greed and government abandonment. America's sacrifice zones are no longer extreme outliers; they are, in fact, a harrowing model of the future that lies in store for most of us if the corporate monsters, corporate politicians, and Wall Street vampires destroying our communities aren't stopped. And residents of different sacrifice zones across the country, fellow workers on the frontlines of all this reckless and preventable destruction, are connecting with each other, learning from one another, and working together to fight back. In this Working People liveshow, recorded on Oct. 19 at Red Emma's worker cooperative bookstore, cafe, and community events space in Baltimore, we speak with a special panel of residents from four different sacrifice zones in the US about how the situations they're facing in their own communities and their struggles for justice and accountability are connected. Panelists include: Hilary Flint, communications director of Beaver County Marcellus Awareness Community and a former resident of Beaver County, Pennsylvania, a few miles from the site of the Feb 2023 Norfolk Southern train derailment and chemical disaster in East Palestine, Ohio; Melanie Meade, a community organizer, educator, and life-long resident of Clairton, Pennsylvania, the site of US Steel's Clairton Coke Works, which was named the most toxic air polluter in Allegheny County in a 2021 report by PennEnvironment; Elise Keaton Wade, a real estate attorney by trade, longtime environmental justice activist, and a native of Southern West Virginia; Angela “Angie” Shaneyfelt, a resident of Curtis Bay in South Baltimore, who lives just blocks away from an open air coal terminal owned and operated by rail giant CSX Transportation, which has been polluting her community for generations. Special thanks to Dr. Nicole Fabricant and the South Baltimore Community Land Trust for organizing this live show. Additional links/info below… Coal-Free Curtis Bay Facebook page and Instagram South Baltimore Community Land Trust website, Twitter/X page, Facebook page, and Instagram Beaver County Marcellus Awareness Community website, Facebook page, Instagram, and Twitter/X page Hilary's Instagram Nicole Fabricant's Instagram Melanie's Facebook page Angela's Facebook page Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, "South Baltimore residents on the toxic reality of living in a 'sacrifice zone'" Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, "East Palestine residents demand fully-funded healthcare" Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, “One year later, East Palestine residents want Norfolk-Southern held accountable” Maximillian Alvarez, The Real News Network, “‘Towns are gone': In Helene-devastated Asheville, NC, volunteers battle misinformation and ‘apocalyptic' wreckage” Maximillian Alvarez, In These Times / The Real News Network, "Scenes from a sacrifice zone: South Baltimore residents fight back against industrial pollution" Maximillian Alvarez & Molly Crabapple, In These Times, “Wasteland warriors” Laura Gottesdiener, The Nation, “You can wipe out coal, but you can't bring the mountains back” Nicole Fabricant, University of California Press, Fighting to Breathe: Race, Toxicity, and the Rise of Youth Activism in Baltimore Nicole Fabricant, The Real News Network, “Opinion | CSX explosion in Curtis Bay should alarm Baltimore City and accelerate real change” Adam Willis, The Baltimore Banner, "A state-backed report found coal dust across Curtis Bay. CSX isn't convinced" Melanie Meade, PublicSource, “Family history, loss and hopes for a bright future fuel my fight for clean air in Clairton” Daniel Shailer, PublicSource, “The Mon Valley holds its breath as the latest U.S. Steel settlement promises a fresh approach” Permanent links below… Leave us a voicemail and we might play it on the show! Labor Radio / Podcast Network website, Facebook page, and Twitter page In These Times website, Facebook page, and Twitter page The Real News Network website, YouTube channel, podcast feeds, Facebook page, and Twitter page Featured Music… Jules Taylor, “Working People” Theme Song   Studio Production: Max Alvarez Post-Production: Jules Taylor

In this episode of the Insiders Guide to Energy podcast, hosts Chris Sass and Jeff McAulay welcome Joe Mastrangelo, CEO of EOS Energy Storage, to discuss the transformative potential of long-duration energy storage solutions. Focusing on EOS's innovative zinc-based battery technology, Joe explains the advantages of a non-lithium battery system for applications that demand flexibility, scalability, and safety. He highlights how this eco-friendly, fire-resistant technology offers a promising alternative for sectors requiring durable, sustainable energy solutions, from utilities to industrial applications. Joe shares EOS's journey to establishing a resilient and primarily U.S.-based supply chain—a move that has not only driven growth but also strengthened the company's position amidst global supply chain disruptions. By building in Pennsylvania's Mon Valley, EOS has brought jobs back to an area once defined by manufacturing while creating a streamlined, secure production process. Joe emphasizes the importance of using widely available raw materials, which allows EOS to lower production costs while contributing to the U.S. economy and reducing dependency on foreign supply chains. Listeners interested in renewable energy will appreciate Joe's insights on the demand for long-duration storage, which he sees as essential for a sustainable energy grid. He discusses EOS's growth strategy, including upcoming pilot projects and the critical role of customer trust, bankability, and partnerships in scaling new technologies. This episode offers a compelling look into how EOS Energy Storage is paving the way for a cleaner, more resilient energy infrastructure by overcoming financial, logistical, and technological challenges.  We were pleased to host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-mastrangelo-ab974357/ Visit our website: https://insidersguidetoenergy.com/ 

In this episode of Steel Stories – Voices from the Valley, we hear from Mayor Chris Kelly of West Mifflin and Mayor Rich Lattanzi of Clairton, two Mon Valley communities that are home to U. S. Steel facilities. Hosted by David Kirkpatrick, the conversation delves into the mayors' perspectives on the proposed Nippon-U. S. Steel acquisition and what it means for their communities. The mayors discuss their firsthand experiences visiting Nippon Steel's steel facility in Follansbee, West Virginia, their hopes for investments in their regions, and their faith in Nippon's commitments to jobs, modernization, and community partnerships. This episode offers a powerful, localized look at the potential impacts of a new chapter for the Mon Valley.

In this episode of Steel Stories, we kick off the Voices from the Valley series with guest Jason Zugai, Vice President of United Steelworkers Local 2227 at Mon Valley Works Irvin Plant, near Pittsburgh. Jason, a third-generation U. S. Steel employee, shares insights into his 27-year career, the strong relationship between the union and U. S. Steel, and his take on the monumental offer from Nippon Steel. He discusses how the proposed $2.7 billion investment—including at least $1 billion earmarked to replace and/or upgrade the hot strip mill—could secure the future of steel jobs in the Mon Valley for decades to come.

Support our journalism. This work doesn't happen without you. Become a founding member today! A judge signed off on a 600 million dollar settlement between Norfolk Southern and people who live near the East Palestine train derailment. But many are unhappy with the outcome. A new study looks at the influence of oil and gas industry donations on university research. Survivors of the worst industrial accident in world history in Bhopal, India visited Beaver County to talk about the multi-generational impacts of the chemical disaster and lessons for those living near chemical infrastructure in Pennsylvania. Also, there are mixed reactions from residents, environmentalists and the business community as the Three Mile Island nuclear facility plans to reopen. Allegheny County Health Department held a public hearing in the Mon Valley about an air quality permit for U.S. Steel's Edgar Thomson Works. Wasting resources from the land has a big impact on climate change, so we have tips for cutting emissions from your food and yard.

On its bad days, Pittsburgh has some weird smells – rotten eggs, from pollution along the Mon Valley. That urine scent from all the ginkgo trees. And sometimes when it rains, it smells like wet dog. But these aren't the scents that local perfume makers think should define the city. We're bringing back a conversation with City Cast's Elizabeth Kauma… to talk about a few Pittsburgh scents that hit all the right notes. We always cite our sources: We spoke with artisanal perfumer Darren Alan, fragrance journalist Patric Rhys, and Scott Kindberg, the artist behind 5:55 Perfumery. Another local perfumer we mention is 837 North.  Local journalist Patric Rhys covered the history of fragrance.  Loved this episode about scents? Learn more about high-end perfume from Articles of Interest. Niche fragrance is a growing market and has become a billion-dollar industry.  Learn more about our sponsor! 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. 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

I drank rye whiskey in the spiritual home of American rye whiskey, the Monongahela Valley, in the cradle of the Whiskey Rebellion, Washington, PA. I tell you about how the rebellion happened, and how it ended, and how rye whiskey came to southwestern PA. Rye whiskey historian Sam Komlenic joined me for a talk on rye whiskey at Liberty Pole Spirits, and I interviewed Liberty Pole founder Jim Hough.  Sam and I also visited the revived Pittsburgh Brewing, and their Iron City Distilling facility, and talked to distiller Matt Strickland. (Of course we sampled some whiskey!) Then we went to Ponfeigh Distilling in Somerset, where they're just getting started.  I filled a few shopping bags at the Delallo Italian Marketplace in Jeannette, PA and then hit three good eats places in Washington: Shorty's Lunch, Osso's Pizza, and Al'an Ruben's. Then Sam and his wife Amy went along with me to visit covered bridges...but that didn't work out so well! Great trip to southwest PA and the Mon Valley, the heart of Pennsylvania rye whiskey! Next episode? Well, I'll be honest: I'm not really sure at this point. Guess we'll have to see...in two weeks! Until then? TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT THE PODCAST! Seen Through A Glass is sponsored by the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau. Come visit Centre County!   (Yeah, just realized that I announced this episode as Episode 36, not 37. I'm just...gonna leave that there. Yay!)   This episode uses these sounds under the following license: Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Champ de tournesol" by Komiku at https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ arrow-impact-87260 Sound Effect found on Pixabay (https://pixabay.com) US Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps "The Caissons Go Rolling Along Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Water FX from https://freesound.org/people/WebbFilmsUK/sounds/200321/  "Glow" by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by https: //www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ All sounds sourced by STAG Music Librarian Nora Bryson, with our thanks.

Take a ‘Track to the Future' in this electrifying episode of Steel Stories where we journey to the cutting edge of sustainability to learn about the groundbreaking transition to electric locomotives at U. S. Steel's Mon Valley facilities. Host David Kirkpatrick, alongside U. S. Steel's Neil Pergar and Innovative Rail Technologies' Mike Nicoletti, explore how this innovative shift not only champions environmental stewardship, but also propels the industry towards a greener future. Through engaging discussions, we uncover the technical, operational, and community impacts of replacing diesel engines with electric alternatives.

In this episode we discuss the dismemberment murders of Anthony Michalowski and Michael Hickmott in Pittsburgh in 1988 and 1992. TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of dismemberment and body parts.Go Fund Me for Christina Skelton: gofund.me/fbc40e45 E-mail me at Pugmomof1@gmail.com; visit me on Instagram as True Crime University_True Crime University is part of the Debauchery Media Network. Visit all our podcasts at welcometothedebauchery.com References:    Wikipedia, Pittsburgh Press, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, tubecityonline.com, Murderpedia, onlyinyourstate.com, skdb.fandom.comJoin our Patreon for as little as $2 a month! Visit Patreon.com/TrueCrimeUni

I am truly fortunate to share with you a heartwarming tale of love, loss, and resilience, depicted through the special bond between humans and their loyal companions. Meet NITECH PKC CH MON VALLEY APPLE JAX, an incredible pup who has not only won the truck hunt at the pup shoot out and his cast at TOC, but also graced superstakes and Nationals. He secured a place in the top 16 in PA state race for two consecutive years and qualified for the Pkc world hunt. Known for his loud and independent spirit, he truly embodies accuracy. This journey is a testament to the lessons that dogs can bring into our lives. They enter our world to demonstrate love, and their departure teaches us about loss. However, sometimes the things we lose find their way back to us. I hope this video resonates with all of you, just as it has deeply touched me. #fypシ゚ #foryoupageシviral #viralpostfb #storytime #dogslife #hounds #huntingdogs #huntingseason #lovedogs #mansbestfriend #loyalty #bestfriends

Kelly Doyle, co-founder of the McKeesport Agape Center, on meeting the basic needs of the Mon Valley's poorer residents

On today's episode of The Confluence: Many consider Pennsylvania's probation system to be outdated, but the most recent push to fix it is opposed by some civil rights advocates who say this update could make the system worse; Medicaid will now reimburse Pennsylvania providers who practice street medicine, giving medical care to unhoused people in non-clinical settings; and a look at whether poor air quality alerts in the Mon Valley apply to those living further away from the Mon River.

Some residents of the Mon Valley say money from an air pollution settlement with U.S. Steel isn't being spent on the public health and environmental projects it was supposed to fund. We'll also dig into state-led efforts to thwart ESG investment strategies that consider risks like climate change. And, teenagers who live in the shadow of a massive new petrochemical plant and nearby the East Palestine train derailment are becoming more aware of environmental threats. News about climate change predictions for Philadelphia, an EPA fine for an Allegheny County polluter, federal funds for orphaned oil and gas wells, and an effort to reduce pollution to the Chesapeake Bay.

In this episode, host Bri Logue interviews guest Dionne Malush. They discuss various topics, including Dionne's experience as a real estate agent and her passion for helping others succeed. Dionne shares insights on the importance of mindset, personal development, and building wealth through investment properties. She also talks about her Christmas store and how it brings joy to people during the holidays. The conversation highlights the power of positive thinking and the value of honoring one's parents' traditions. Overall, it's an inspiring discussion about resilience, entrepreneurship, and finding happiness in life.About Dionne: Dionne Malush is the co-owner of Realty ONE Group Gold Standard, the fastest growing real estate company in Pittsburgh.  She is a 1989 graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Since starting her real estate career, she has been coached by many of the top real estate coaching companies in the country. She was ranked in the Top 500 Real Estate Marketers in the US and Canada. After 3.5 years of opening Gold Standard, her and her partner have now opened Motto Mortgage Keystone with a new partner, Greg Incardona; WeInsure Gold Standard and Gold Standard Closings with their partner, Jennifer Enciso making it a true family of companies. In 2015, she closed 78 transactions while being injured for the last 2 months of the year. She maintained that same amount of production year after year. She also closed her biggest transaction of her career by selling a home to one of her beloved Pittsburgh Penguins, Phil Kessel. She has also authored "25 Tips for Selling a Home in Pittsburgh". An avid Pittsburgh sports fan, she also loves fast/luxury cars. She enjoys traveling while spending time with Jason, her husband, her family and going boating or snowmobiling. It is her goal to affect someone's life every day in a positive way and she does just that at Gold Standard. Her hobbies included reading and mindset/personal development training. Her and her husband own several multi-unit buildings in the Mon Valley area. She loves Christmas and during the pandemic of 2020 opened Santa's Secret Shoppe in the city of Monongahela.Connect with Dionne:www.DionneMalush.com www.GoldStandardPittsburgh.com www.WeInsureGoldStandard.com www.MottoMortgageKeystone.com www.SantasSecretShoppe.comConnect with Bri:Website: www.brilogue.comIG: @bri.logueFB: @bri.logueWant to be on the podcast?Send me an email at: Bri@ivory.media

Economist Nick Messenger of the Ohio River Valley Institute on the possibility of "green" steelmaking in the Mon Valley

It's the Friday news roundup! A fund to help communities deal with polluted air could get poached by the county, historians finally found the namesake of the Carrie Blast Furnaces, and if you're looking for love, there's a new on-camera opportunity in town. City Cast's Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma are with PublicSource journalist Quinn Glabicki. As always, our Friday shows are powered by great local journalism. Check out Quinn's story on the messy finances behind the Clean Air Fund, plus how inversions worsen the impact of pollution in the Mon Valley. Historians finally uncovered the mystery behind the namesake of the Carrie Blast Furnace after 25 years.  Rivers of Steel, the furnace's modern-day managers, is publishing a series of blog posts on Carrie's life.  Very Local is an affiliate of Hearst and WTAE. All their programming is free, including Season 2 of Ed and Day in the Burgh.  And they're still casting for the Pittsburgh version of Local Love. Producers say all ages, identities, and orientations should apply. Want some more Pittsburgh news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Confluence: The Allegheny County Health Department is reviewing ongoing efforts to reduce industrial pollution during temperature inversions; we meet Pittsburgh Food Policy Council's new executive director; and a look at one Pittsburgh-based startup that has prioritized recruiting neurodivergent people. Today's guests include: Quinn Glabicki, writer and photographer covering climate and environment with PublicSource; and Joanna (Jo) Deming, executive director at Pittsburgh Food Policy Council.

Environmental groups say they found high levels of benzene in the air in the Mon Valley near Pittsburgh and want federal regulators to step in. Also, natural history museum specimens like mice stuffed with cotton and preserved for decades give researchers important information about the environment. But these collections are at risk. Plus, the US Postal Service reverses course and commits to converting its fleet of vehicles to electric.

In this interview I sit down with Mon Valley Monesson own Yung Tae. We speak on his up brining, moving to the state of PA, his influences , his path that lead him to choose being a music artist for his career. You can follow Yung Tae on IG: @yungtae100 soundcloud: Yung Tae

Photo:  No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow #KeystoneState: The vineyards of liberty in the Mon Valley. SalenaZito.com https://www.post-gazette.com/opinion/insight/2022/11/27/ripepi-wine-monongahela-valley/stories/202211270040

Stephanie Eson of Human Services Center Corp. talks about the agency's efforts to fill the social services gaps in the Mon Valley and Turtle Creek Valley.

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Superstar college football handicapper Joe Duffy not only has a free college football pick on Penn State vs. Purdue but also critical betting info on West Virginia vs. Pittsburgh, Ball State at Tennessee. Duffy has a big portfolio of winners. College Football Week 1 Picks Against the Spread MasterlockLine is the power of every legitimate sports service pick, computer ranking, known syndicates behind us, we give you the highest rated bets from the top sources in their highest rated sports. Thursday Football Betting Picks Biggest Play Service out of the Mon Valley of Southwestern, PA is the top team specialist in all of sports. In more than two decades of public plays, they dominate games involving all Pittsburgh sports teams, college and pro, including West Virginia. College Football Parlay of the Month, side and total on Backyard Brawl WVU vs. Pittsburgh. Side or total, this service has hit 72% of bets involving these two teams last six seasons Hottest Handicapper Top ranked college football service for last two years is out of Boston. Bank Slip Bets his highest rated picks and they are above 63 percent for season, 74 percent since November 1. 1-0 start to this season, Supplemental Game of the Month, a large bet on added rotation at OffshoreInsiders.com Best Sportsbooks to Bet   Bet at MyBookie 50% sign-up bonus NOW. I have been with them for year.

Will a new regulation that curbs air pollution in the Mon Valley give residents more clean air days? Some aren't so sure. A new study shows black lung disease in younger coal miners is caused by silica dust. While the federal government wants to reduce their exposure to it, for those who already have the fatal disease, it's too late. Plus, a discussion on the catastrophe that coal has left behind. And a look at what could make agriculture a more sustainable job choice in the future. 

Amy Silbermann and Craig Toocheck of Pittsburgh Regional Transit on planning improvements to the Mon Valley corridor

On today's episode of The Confluence: We talk about the significance of Republican gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano agreeing to be interviewed by the committee investigating the attack on the U.S. Capitol; a look at the projects southwestern Pennsylvania representatives have proposed to receive earmarked federal funds; and we look at the early impact of new rules that require the Mon Valley's major polluters to tamp down emissions on poor air quality days.Today's guests include: John Micek, editor-in-chief of the Pennsylvania Capital-Star; and Ashley Murray, Washington, D.C. bureau chief for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Pittsburgh is consistently rated among the nation's worst cities for air quality, but how does that affect our mental health -- especially in the hardest-hit lower income communities along the Mon Valley? Environmental Health News journalist Kristina Marusic explains how folks are coping with the continued effect of "climate anxiety," and what you can do to help.  The series is a collaboration between Environmental Health News and The Allegheny Front: https://www.ehn.org/mental-health-2655533166/what-we-found  PublicSource did some excellent reporting about one of the hardest-hit communities, Clairton. Check it out here: https://www.publicsource.org/clairton-city-of-prayer-portraits-illness-trauma-advocacy-resilience/ And please read these lists of local organizations helping to make change: https://www.ehn.org/mental-health-solutions-2655533540/take-care-of-your-mental-health https://www.publicsource.org/pittsburgh-mental-health-organizations-filling-access-gaps/ Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh!

June 17th through July 2nd at the Carnegie Stage in Carnegie, PA, "Not My Revolution" is a one woman play created by Elizabeth Huffman and directed by Louanne Moldovan. The play was inspired by the 1967 Josef Bush play "French Gray."  "Not My Revolution" travels back and forth in time between Marie Antoinette's imprisonment during the French Revolution in 1793 and a ghetto in Istanbul in 2011 where a once wealthy Syrian art dealer is struggling to survive catastrophic losses due to the civil war in her country. Elizabeth tells her story to Jim Cunningham with her work around the globe and concentration in creating companies in Los Angeles and New York. In LA, she acted and directed with the Classical Theatre Lab. In 2005, she former her own company ICAP, with over 40 classically trained actors from around the world. In 2009, Elizabeth began working for two years as Interim Artistic Director for Classic Greek Theater of Oregon in Portland.  Elizabeth has family ties to the Mon Valley and has returned home recently with hopes of contributing to the local scene. More information from Carnegie Stage

Jonathan Weaver and Dana Hodge of Mon Valley Initiative on making sure the Mon Valley's "affordable" housing remains affordable to everyone

VIP - Voices In Pittsburgh! This weekend the Mon Valley Jeepers will be hosting the Matt Smelser Memorial Autism Awareness Run & Walk! Registration will start at 11am Saturday April 16th For more information, you can check out their Facebook page here.

Rick Stafford of Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College on the Mon Valley's efforts to reinvent itself

On March 12, 2020, the drop-in group Tube City Writers met for their final pre-pandemic session. In addition to agreeing that future meetups would need to happen virtually, they also decided a daily blog could be a good way to occupy their time. Mon Valley resident Jim Busch led the charge. For more than a year, he documented life in the shadow of the pandemic, plus one very personal loss — his wife, Glenda, was diagnosed with end-stage pancreatic cancer.  He and Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Martha Rial are here to talk about the project, what it took to keep building their community online, and what they hope to accomplish next.  The Tube City Writers are hosting a reading and book signing on Friday at the Carnegie Library of McKeesport at 2PM. And they're always looking for new members! No experience necessary. Contact Martha at mrial@pointpark.edu and pick up a copy of “The Corona Diaries” here: https://www.amazon.com/Corona-Diaries-Tube-Writers/dp/B09Q1VDNM3 Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh!

Melissa Bopp and her colleagues examine the role of the built and natural environments and their influence on physical activity, healthy eating, and air quality in the Mon Valley, an area that has seen steady economic decline since the departure of the steel industry in the late 20th century.

What does the new McKeesport Transportation Center mean to the Mon Valley region? Recorded on location March 17, 2022.

At the time of this conversation, we did not know Summer Lee had aspirations of running for Congress. However, you will hear exactly why she is do so.  She is young, intelligent, a staunch advocate for her hometown, stays on the front line, and fights from within.  In this conversation she tells us who she is and why she is politically grounded and what she hopes to get accomplished for the Mon Valley. 

Tyler Gedman of Duquesne on his plein air paintings of still lifes around his Mon Valley home

VIP - Voices In Pittsburgh! One of our favorites, the Mon Valley Jeepers are doing it again this Christmas and collecting toys for families in need with their Toys For Tots Stuff A Bus this weekend!  Don't worry if you're not able to make the event, you can help by going to their Amazon page and donate there.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean DeYoung, CEO of Allies for Health + Wellbeing, on bringing resources to the LGBTQ community in the Mon Valley

Allegheny County's own, Judge David Spurgeon is everything you'd expect from a blue-collar guy from the Mon-Valley. The Kids chat about his early years,  rise to the bench, and statewide campaign. Not to mention, he's one cool dude.

"Moonshot" projects funded by Remake Learning are helping Mon Valley students

Jim Brady and Dee Dee Baskot on keeping Serbian heritage alive and well in the Mon Valley

Tonight we're joined by a community activist for the Mon Valley, Fawn Walker Montgomery who will talk about her nonprofit organization, the Take Action Mon Valley organization. Plus we cover the #hottopics on: #nickcannon #DMX #BillCosby #Trump #shacarririchardson #garyowen and so much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's part 2 of our conversation with Jamie Protin, principal with The PROTINGroup. Jamie is a proven leader, community builder, writer and philosopher living his WHY every day. Jamie's work within the mid-Monongahela Valley as president of the Chamber of Commerce and beyond is actively turning this community around. In today's interview, he talks about the start of his career at PennDot, branching into engineering and his leap into his own business.In today's conversation we delve into the importance of keeping it positive as a leader - keeping those around you motivated. Jamie also draws a lot of energy through his talks within high schools. It's just one of the many ways Jamie gives back.His most exciting new project is the development of a group work space in the mid-Monongahela Valley that will also act as an entrepreneur incubator. Details are to follow.In today's Sights and Sounds, we focus on The Mon Valley and all of the amazing things it has to offer. The Douglas Education Center Monongahela Valley Hospital California University Off the Wall Arts in Charleroi Fifth Street Escape Room Vintage and Vine Lucchesi's Restaurant in Monessen The Back Porch Speers Street Grille The River House And the Magic City Open on May 19th (approved shameless plug!)To learn more about Jamie Protin and the great things happening in the Mon Valley, contact him at theprotingroup@gmail.com

Mario is joined by Mike Sackley at the Mon Valley Home Show Remodeling and Decor Event for two hours of special extended coverage of The Mario Show. During the second hour they talk to sponsors of the broadcast, contine getting to know Nick Barchek, and continue the fun conversation. Listen to The Mario Show every Saturday at TheMarioShow.com! Watch the show live on Periscope by Following: @MarioPorreca

Mario is joined by Mike Sackley at the Mon Valley Home Show Remodeling and Decor Event for two hours of special extended coverage of The Mario Show. During the first hour they talk about the event, Mike's birthday, social media, technology, baseball, and they get to know Nick Barcheck. Listen to The Mario Show every Saturday at TheMarioShow.com! Watch the show live on Periscope by Following: @MarioPorreca

Mario is joined by Brian Mroziak as they host the very first episode of The Mario Show live on location at the Mon Valley Home Show Remodeling and Decor Event. They talk about the event, interview Lynn Grimes (the event coordinator), chat with Mike in studio (it's his birthday), and take listener calls. Listen to The Mario Show every Saturday at TheMarioShow.com! Watch the show live on Periscope by Following: @MarioPorreca