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Pirates fans lit up after recent comments laid out exactly how Pittsburgh can solve its third base problem — and honestly, it makes too much sense to ignore. Tonight on NS9LIVE, we break down why Eugenio Suárez is the cleanest, and should be a realistic answer at 3B, what it would cost, and why the Pirates should be aggressive right now if they're serious about winning. This isn't about splash for the sake of splash — it's about fit, urgency, and finally addressing a glaring hole. We also dig into Jason Mackey's latest Post-Gazette piece on Bryan Reynolds, what it says about his mindset, expectations, and how pivotal he is to the Pirates' offensive ceiling moving forward. Is this the moment the Pirates push their chips in — or another offseason of half-measures? Subscribe for live Pirates talk Drop your thoughts: Suárez at 3B — yes or no? Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mark is joined by Paul Zeise of the Post Gazette to talk Steelers. Tyler Kennedy joins for hockey talk, Ask Mark Anything!

Mark is joined by Paul Zeise of the Post Gazette to talk Steelers. Tyler Kennedy joins for hockey talk, Ask Mark Anything! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who could the Steelers hire at offensive and defensive coordinator? Brian Batko of the Post-Gazette pointed to some potential options. Pittsburgh native Luke Getsy could be the OC. Whoever is the DC will have full reign to run the defense. Jim Schwartz, Anthony Weaver, or Larry Foote?

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to react to news that the Steelers are hiring Mike McCarthy as coach to replace Mike Tomlin. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were owner Art Rooney II and GM Omar Khan right to go with the veteran coach, who won a Super Bowl with the Green Bay Packers before a stint with the Dallas Cowboys? Should they have waited for younger candidates on their reported list that included Chris Shula and Nate Scheelhaase of the NFC championship-bound Los Angeles Rams? Or Anthony Weaver of the Houston Texans? What role did McCarthy's hometown ties play into the decision? What might we expect his staff choices to be? And how will the hiring be greeted by the roster led by Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Warren, T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and more? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More than 500 Pittsburghers showed up for a training this week on how to safely witness and respond to ICE activity — including City Cast contributor Meg St-Esprit. She joins host Megan Harris and executive producer Mallory Falk to share what she learned from the newly-formed group Frontline Dignity. Plus, the team discusses AI-generated deepfakes of Mister Rogers, behind-the-scenes scheming to keep the Post-Gazette alive, and a viral KDKA typo. Get your tickets to The Future of Pittsburgh Journalism, a panel featuring our very own Megan Harris and other local media experts. It's happening next Thursday, Jan. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Heinz History Center. Get your tickets to hear Megan on a panel about the future of Pittsburgh journalism. Notes and references from today's show: PODCAST: Can You Be Charged for Getting in ICE's Way? [City Cast Pittsburgh] PODCAST: What Actually Happens During an ICE Raid? [City Cast Pittsburgh] Coraopolis overturns ICE agreement following community pushback and council shakeup [Public Source] Doubling down, doubling back: local departments diverge on ICE cooperation [Public Source] Munhall, Stowe police walk back ICE partnerships after quietly inking agreements [Public Source] Hundreds taken into custody at Pittsburgh ICE office, an emerging regional deportation hub [Post-Gazette] The crass Fred Rogers of AI deepfakes has some Pittsburghers 'horrified' [Public Source] Some Post-Gazette workers call for new union leadership [TribLive] Investor group seeks to make Post-Gazette nonprofit [Axios Pittsburgh] Pittsburgh school board members to vote next week on whether to reconsider building closures [WESA] Learn more about the sponsors of this January 23rd episode: Pittsburgh Opera P3R The Ascent by Christopher Walker Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise weighs in on the high degree of coaching turnover this season following the departure of Mike Tomlin, Sean McDermott, John Harbaugh, Kevin Stefanski, Pete Carroll, Brian Daboll, Mike McDaniel and others. Have expectations from fans, owners, and GMs like Omar Khan gotten out of control? Will teams like the Steelers, Bills, Ravens, Browns, Raiders, Giants and Dolphins regret their coaching changes? And how intense will competition for coaching candidates like Ejiro Evero, Jeff Hafley, Jesse Minter, Chris Shula, Nate Scheelhaase, Brian Flores, Mike McCarthy and Anthony Weaver become for the Steelers as a result of all the changes? Paul tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Friday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette real estate and development reporter Maddy Rubin to get the scoop on preparations by the Steelers and the city of Pittsburgh to serve as hosts for the NFL draft in just under 100 days. What will the physical footprint of the draft look like when spread between the North Shore and Point State Park? What are the taxpayers costs for the event, and how are mayor Corey O'Connor, Gov. Josh Shapiro and city and county officials addressing them? What's the latest on the redevelopment of Market Square and the Cultural District ahead of the event? And how are the hotel and short-term rental markets handling the expected influx of 500,000 to 700,000 fans expected to see names like Fernando Mendoza, Jeremiyah Love and Caleb Downs selected to their next teams? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise gives his thoughts on the attractiveness of the Steelers' coaching job following the departure of Mike Tomlin. Will owner Art Rooney II and GM Omar Khan have an easy time attracting top candidates because of the loyalty they the organization has shown to Tomlin, Bill Cowher and Chuck Noll over the years? Or will the restlessness of the fan base -- even on a successful coach like Tomlin -- dissuade some candidates from pursuing the opening? And what kind of impact will the roster have on interest levels? Do stars like T.J. Watt, Jalen Ramsey, Cam Heyward, DK Metcalf and Jaylen Warren make this team one someone can win quickly with? Or does it need more younger standouts like Joey Porter Jr., Derrick Harmon, Nick Herbig, Zach Frazier, Mason McCormick and Troy Fautanu? Paul tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gerry Dulac of the Post-Gazette said the Steelers are absolutely not going to hire a coach who has formally been a head coach. Why should a former head coach automatically be eliminated? The Steelers are interviewing Brian Flores. 16 of the last 25 Super Bowls have been won by coaches who were previously head coaches somewhere else!

Tune in to the DMZ America Podcast as hosts Ted Rall from the left and Scott Stantis check in with former Pittsburgh Post-Gazette political cartoonist Rob Rogers. Fired for criticizing Trump in his work, Rogers worked for decades at the Post-Gazette, the highest-profile newspaper top shut down in the journalism bloodbath. Ted and Scott bring you the exclusive dish.The three will also discuss Trump's shocking moves to overthrow the president of Venezuela as well as his threats against Colombia, Iran, Cuba and other countries.Support the showThe DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the news that Mike Tomlin is stepping down as coach of the Steelers. What changes should GM Omar Khan and owner Art Rooney II consider beyond head coach? Could older stars like T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward, Aaron Rodgers and other move on this offseason as well? What should they be seeking from coordinators, presuming Teryl Austin and Arthur Smith depart as well? Which candidates does Paul prefer for the job? And are younger players including Joey Porter Jr., Nick Herbig, Yahya Black, Derrick Harmon, Zach Frazier and Troy Fautanu the type of players a new regime can build around? Paul tackles those questions and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL playoffs matchup with the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were coach Mike Tomlin and stars T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward able to snap their long postseason losing streak with the franchise? How did DK Metcalf's return from suspension boost QB Aaron Rodgers and other key offensive pieces including Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Calvin Austin III, Pat Freiermuth and Adam Thielen? How did Mason McCormick, Zach Frazier, Troy Fautanu and the offensive line handle tough Texans pass rushers Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr. And what answers did Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey have defensively for the Texans passing game led by C.J. Stroud and Nico Collins? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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

The Post-Gazette's King Jemison breaks down topics surrounding the Penguins' six-game winning streak and how they've exceeded expectations this season. What went right specifically in Thursday night's win over the Devils? How good has Stuart Skinner been? Has that trade paid off for Kyle Dubas? How much energy did the return of Evgeni Malkin give the team? And how did he look in his return from injury? How have the Penguins exceeded expectations when most expected them to be cellar dwellers at the beginning of the year? How long can Sidney Crosby keep up his incredible production? And how sustainable is it? Can they actually make a run to the Stanley Cup Playoffs? King tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Friday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to talk about Steelers coaches and players facing pressure in the NFL playoffs matchup with the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Is coach Mike Tomlin still in a prove-it situation despite the feel-good win against rival Baltimore in Week 18? Could OC Arthur Smith or DC Teryl Austin be in trouble if their units don't perform? How much will this game mean to QB Aaron Rodgers' legacy? Do T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward need to shake the stigma of not being able to win the big one? And how much focus should be on DK Metcalf after his two game suspension and lucrative contract signed in the offseason? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is running for a second term. Shapiro made the official announcement Thursday at events in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Meantime, Republican State Senator Doug Mastriano has announced that he is not running for his party's nomination for governor this year. Pittsburgh is losing its biggest and oldest daily newspaper. The owner of the Post-Gazette announced it will shut down in May. The Public Utility Commission has scheduled a series of hearings in mid-January to gather public input on proposed rate increases by the Pennsylvania American Water Company for both its water and wastewater service. Cases of influenza are on the rise - regionally and nationally. Lancaster County has the fifth-highest rate of influenza cases in Pennsylvania, according to state health department data. Four special elections will be held across Pennsylvania to fill four vacated state lawmaker seats - including one in south central Pa. The food court at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show opens today (Friday) with free parking and hours from 12 noon through 9 p-m. A full slate of events kicks off Saturday at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg. And a deeper dive: When you think of whiskey, places like Scotland, Ireland or even Tennessee or Kentucky may come to mind. But Pennsylvania has a rich whiskey tradition … particularly for rye whiskey. Now, whiskey lovers are trying to put Pennsylvania back on the map. In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you!Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark continues talking Steelers and Post Gazette, and is joined by Mike Decourcey for some Steelers talk

Mark continues talking Steelers and Post Gazette, and is joined by Mike Decourcey for some Steelers talk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pittsburgh's largest, oldest newspaper is shutting down. The Post-Gazette will publish its last issue and cease operations on May 3. Its owners, Block Communications, Inc., say they've lost hundreds of millions of dollars over the past 20 years, and their decision comes after they lost a legal battle against the Newspaper Guild. Andrew Conte, managing director of Point Park University's Center for Media Innovation, joins host Megan Harris to talk about what we know so far and their hopes for the future of Pittsburgh media. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 8th episode: Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Jimmy Shapiro has the Pirates win total at 74.5 on Bet Online. There are four teams that have a lower projection than the Pirates. Where should John Harbaugh go? The Limitless Express - Trinidad Chambliss has led Ole Miss to the semifinals. We look back at some of our favorite memories with Ron.

Marty opens the show asking " Where do you get your news ?" He continues the conversation on the closing of Post -Gazette and he has Ron Layton on the show to discuss the shooting in Minnesota.

Marty has Andy Sheehan join the show to talk about the Post-Gazette story

Mark and Tommy Radio talk Steelers and the Post Gazette closing. Erik Karlsson joins the show to talk about his season so far and his selection to the Sweden Olympic team

Mark and Tommy Radio talk Steelers and the Post Gazette closing. Erik Karlsson joins the show to talk about his season so far and his selection to the Sweden Olympic team See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a new year full of new dreams and goals, and for us, that includes putting together a list of restaurants to try throughout 2026. Post-Gazette dining critic and City Cast contributor Hal B. Klein rounded up some of the best new restaurants of 2025, and he's sharing his favorites with host Megan Harris and producer Sophia Lo. Plus, Hal's got the details on what other restaurants are opening soon and what spots he wants to revisit. If you enjoyed today's interview with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture, Russell Redding, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 7th episode: Heinz History Center The Frick PA Preferred Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

BREAKING: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is ceasing operations on May 3rd. Wow. The owners have lost more than $350 million operating the newspaper. Joe has been writing for over 30 years and a long time for the Post-Gazette.

The news that the Post-Gazette will cease operations in May is still shocking to the guys. Kaboly and Limits took shots at Donny for playing Division 3 football. More callers share their stories regarding the PG.

The news that the Post-Gazette will cease operations in May is still shocking to the guys. Kaboly and Limits took shots at Donny for playing Division 3 football. More callers share their stories regarding the PG. More on this sad day for media in Pittsburgh. Callers talk more about their memories of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. More calls on the Post-Gazette. Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk joined the show. Mike is also not sure how it is determined when each playoff game is scheduled for or what network each game is on. Mike thinks that John Harbaugh may have still gotten fired later even if Tyler Loop had made the game-winning field goal. He also says that it is possible that Lamar Jackson would want out of Baltimore for next year. Mike thinks that Harbaugh will end up with the Giants. He also says that Mike Tomlin has a job in TV in his back pocket, and it is up to him if he wants to take it after the season.

93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Jeff reacted to the news of the Post-Gazette closing its doors in early May and what it means for the business. How would things be different if Tyler Loop makes the field goal Sunday night – is Mike Tomlin still here and how do the Steelers handle his future? Jeff said DK Metcalf feels embarrassed by what happened in Detroit and couldn't stop apologizing about putting himself over the team. Will the Texans take Metcalf out of the game? Jeff feels like Aaron Rodgers has more football in front of him. Jeff thinks, short of a Super Bowl run, Teryl Austin is likely done as Steelers DC after the season with his contract being up. Jeff picked the Steelers to beat the Texans Monday night.

We reviewed the newest edition of ‘Here We Go' by Roger Wood. 93.7 The Fan Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Jeff reacted to the news of the Post-Gazette closing its doors in early May and what it means for the business. How would things be different if Tyler Loop makes the field goal Sunday night – is Mike Tomlin still here and how do the Steelers handle his future? Jeff said DK Metcalf feels embarrassed by what happened in Detroit and couldn't stop apologizing about putting himself over the team. Will the Texans take Metcalf out of the game? Jeff feels like Aaron Rodgers has more football in front of him. Jeff thinks, short of a Super Bowl run, Teryl Austin is likely done as Steelers DC after the season with his contract being up. Jeff picked the Steelers to beat the Texans Monday night. Judge Donny – John Harbaugh or Mike Tomlin?

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 18 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium. This show is presented by FanDuel. Was coach Mike Tomlin's team able to come through and win the AFC North to earn a spot in the NFL playoffs? Was QB Aaron Rodgers able to overcome the absence of receiver DK Metcalf and tight end Darnell Washington and put up points alongside names like Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Calvin Austin III, Adam Thielen, Scotty Miller, Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith? How well were Cam Heyward, Derrick Harmon, Joey Porter Jr, Jalen Ramsey and the defense able to contain Derrick Henry and the Ravens offense? And how did T.J. Watt look in his return from his collapsed lung? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The linebackers had an up and down game. Lamar Jackson played great in the fourth quarter. Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig had opportunities and missed some, but converted on many too. Both teams played with high risk to try to win the division. Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette in his report card gives the linebackers a B-. Bob gives the linebackers a B.

The Post-Gazette's King Jemison breaks down the storylines surrounding the Penguins' current three-game win streak, their longest since October. Which players have sparked this recent good run of form? How has Blake Lizotte's return from injury helped the team? How key was the penalty kill from names like Lizotte, Connor Dewar and Noel Acciari in Thursday's overtime win over the Red Wings? How sweet was it for Kris Letang to get the winning goal in his 1,200th NHL game? King also talks about the Penguins named to their home countries' Olympic rosters. Can Sidney Crosby captain Canada to a goal medal? Or will Erik Karlsson and Rickard Rakell play spoiler for Team Sweden? King tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Wednesday episode of The PG Penguins Show, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insiders King Jemison and Jason Mackey look on a busy 2025 for the Penguins. What were some of the biggest storylines of the year? Tristan Jarry is out and Stuart Skinner is in. Is this team leaving 2025 better than they were at the start of the year? We also, of course, talked some about the current winning streak. Later, we look ahead to a fascinating 2026 for the Penguins. First, some talk about the Yegor Chinakhov trade and what we thought. Then, we chat about the team's playoff chances, whether they'll make a big trade and the players representing their country at the Olympics including Sidney Crosby, Erik Karlsson and Rickard Rakell. For more sports, visit post-gazette.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise ponders the coaching matchup in the Steelers' NFL Week 18 showdown with the Baltimore Ravens that will decide the AFC North. Are the Steelers' Mike Tomlin and the Ravens' John Harbaugh coaching for their jobs in this one? Should the loser be fired for missing the playoffs? And who will be the bigger disappointment if they lose? Tomlin with major roster additions including Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey Jonnu Smith and others. And stars like T.J. Watt and Cam Heyward toward the ends of their careers? Or Harbaugh with an MVP candidate at QB in Lamar Jackson and an all-time great running back like Derrick Henry. Paul tackles those questions and more. Then gives his thoughts on Tomlin's weekly news conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the Steelers' NFL Week 17 loss to the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. He gives his thoughts on whether he feels coach Mike Tomlin, OC Arthur Smith, QB Aaron Rodgers and the offense focused too closely on stopping Myles Garrett from breaking T.J. Watt's single-season sack record, at the expense of productivity. He also gives his reasons for why players including Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Adam Thielen, Pat Freiermuth, Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell had ineffective days in the absence of DK Metcalf despite the Browns entering the game with a lousy record. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 17 with the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. This show is presented by FanDuel. Was coach Mike Tomlin's team able to clinch the AFC North with a victory? Or will the season come down to a winner-take-all matchup with the Ravens in Week 18? How did Aaron Rodgers, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Darnell Washington and the offense navigate the absence of DK Metcalf following his suspension? Was Pat Freiermuth more involved? Were Cam Heyward, Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer, Jalen Ramsey and the defense able to dominate in run defense again? And how much was the pass rush able to disrupt Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders without T.J. Watt? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ho! Ho! Ho! It's the holiday season and our Post-Gazette high school sports insiders Mike White and Keith Barnes are doing some WPIAL gift-giving! Among the recipients: about 15 girls basketball teams, outgoing PIAA executive director Bob Lombardi, WPIAL executive director Scott Seltzer and something for every high school coach in the area. There is even a song from Mike to get your holiday off to a fun start, as well as predictions of key basketball games coming up. So grab some hot cocoa, nestle in by the fire and check out this week's Varsity Xtra podcast, sponsored by Dave & Busters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the impact the Steelers' recent winning streak should have on how coach Mike Tomlin is viewed. This show is presented by FanDuel. Should it silence his many critics for the time being? Or is an NFL playoffs victory the only thing that could satisfy them? How much credit does he deserve for the offensive turnaround under OC Arthur Smith? From passing success with Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and others. To improved rushing capabilities with Kenneth Gainwell and Jaylen Warren behind the improved offensive line? And how legit is the defense's recent success? Paul tackles those questions, then analyzes Tomlin's role in the defense, which has found late-season success behind star including Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and others. Despite the loss of T.J. Watt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 16 with the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Adam Thielen, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Jaylen Warren, Kenneth Gainwell, Pat Freiermuth and the offense able to maintain momentum for OC Arthur Smith? How did Alex Highsmith, Jack Sawyer and the outside linebackers manage with T.J. Watt and Nick Herbig both out injured? And how did Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey and the rest of coach Mike Tomlin's defense deal with Detroit's numerous playmakers, including Jameson Williams, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs and Jared Good? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to discuss a number of topics surrounding the Steelers ahead of their 4:25 p.m. Sunday contest against the Detroit Lions. Where would Aaron Rodgers rank among the rest of the quarterbacks in the playoffs? Is he in that upper tier alongside names like Josh Allen and Justin Herbert? Or is he closer to names like Trevor Lawrence? What about his divisional foe Lamar Jackson? And what about relative newcomers having great seasons, like Drake Maye and Bo Nix? King and Paul then discuss the Steelers' wide receiver situation. Are the signings of names like Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling a bad omen for the team's future at the position? Is that the beginning of the end for someone like Roman Wilson? And where does Calvin Austin III fit into that equation? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to talk about the state of the Pitt basketball program under coach Jeff Capel. How is Paul feeling about the direction of the program in general after a rough start to the season, which included losses to Quinnipiac and Hofstra? Could AD Allen Greene move on from Capel if this year continues on this trajectory? Or could Capel get another chance, with a top-level recruiting class coming in next season? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Monday, Nov. 24, after more than 1,100 days on strike, Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh members were cheered on by supporters at a rally in downtown Pittsburgh before returning to work at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Even though strikers have returned to work, however, many issues at the center of the strike are still in legal limbo—and their fight for a fair contract is not over. In this episode of Working People, we speak with three Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh members—Bob Batz. Jr, Natalie Duleba, and Steve Mellon—about where things stand now, how their lives have changed since returning to work, and what it takes to hold the picket line for over three years.  Additional links/info:  Pittsburgh Union Progress website  Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh website, Facebook page, and Instagram Bob Batz Jr. & Steve Mellon, Pittsburgh Union Progress, "Pittsburgh journalists vote to end country's longest strike and notify the PG they are returning to work" Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh, "Post-Gazette strikers send company return to work offer" Sara Scire, Nieman Lab, "What newsroom organizers learned from the years-long strike at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette" Featured Music:  Jules Taylor, Working People Theme Song Credits:  Audio Post-Production: Alina Nehlich 

On Monday, Nov. 24, after more than 1,100 days on strike, Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh members were cheered on by supporters at a rally in downtown Pittsburgh before returning to work at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Even though strikers have returned to work, however, many issues at the center of the strike are still in legal limbo—and their fight for a fair contract is not over. In this episode of Working People, we speak with three Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh members—Bob Batz. Jr, Natalie Duleba, and Steve Mellon—about where things stand now, how their lives have changed since returning to work, and what it takes to hold the picket line for over three years. Additional links/info: Pittsburgh Union Progress website Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh website, Facebook page, and InstagramBob Batz Jr. & Steve Mellon, Pittsburgh Union Progress, “Pittsburgh journalists vote to end country's longest strike and notify the PG they are returning to work”Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh, “Post-Gazette strikers send company return to work offer”Sara Scire, Nieman Lab, “What newsroom organizers learned from the years-long strike at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette”Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme SongCredits: Audio Post-Production: Alina Nehlich Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Host King Jemison welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise to talk about Penn State football and the direction of the program under new coach Matt Campbell. What are Paul's thoughts on the hire in general and the state of the program? Has Campbell done well to settle the ship after the midseason firing of James Franklin? Did AD Pat Kraft and the Penn State administration bungle the search by not having a concrete plan in place? Did they luck into Campbell? Will Campbell be held to the extremely high standards Franklin was? And how important was it to keep Terry Smith on the staff as an assistant, or was that more ceremonial to reward him for the job he did as interim head coach? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers standout Cat Flood look ahead to the Panthers' Final Four matchup vs. Texas A&M on Thursday. What do the Panthers need to do to get over the hump and into the national championship game — and eventually claim the title? Does Pitt have an advantage as it now sits in its fifth straight Final Four? Or is there a mental block? Abby and Cat then discuss the race for AVCA National Player of the Year, making the case for Panthers star Olivia Babcock over names like Wisconsin's Mimi Colyer, Kentucky's Eva Hudson and Nebraska's Bergen Reilly. Why should Babcock win the award? Abby and Cat also recap a wild Elite Eight round; discuss the other national semifinal between Wisconsin and Kentucky; then give their picks for each of the games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike White's 10 best WPIAL high school basketball players of the century. Mike said that 20 years ago Dorin Dickerson was the Post-Gazette football Player of the Year. BREAKING NEWS: Fenway Sports Group is selling the Penguins to the Hoffmann Family.

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise react LIVE to the Steelers' NFL Week 15 with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Adam Thielen, Maquez Valdes-Scantling, Darnell Washington and Pat Freiermuth able to maintain their momentum in the passing game? Did Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell find more room to run? How did Jalen Ramsey, Cam Heyward, Alex Highsmith, Nick Herbig and the defense navigate the loss of T.J. Watt to injury? What does Watt's absence mean for this team long term? And does coach Mike Tomlin still have his Monday night magic? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live around 5 p.m. Eastern, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts live to the Steelers' NFL Week 15 win against the Miami Dolphins at Acrisure Stadium. Specifically, he weighs in on Aaron Rodgers' recent performance and what it could mean in the coming weeks. Is Rodgers proving he still has the ability to win when the NFL playoffs roll around? Can his downfield passing success with pass catchers including DK Metcalf, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kenneth Gainwell and Pat Freiermuth continue? Is he finally mastering OC Arthur Smith's offense after some midseason struggles? Or is he simply taking advantage of bad and mediocre teams like the Dolphins and Ravens? Paul tackles those questions, then ponders what we saw from Cam Heyward, Jalen Ramsey, Asante Samuel Jr., Alex Highsmith and the defense with star T.J. Watt absent. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.