Local Flavor

Pittsburgh BBQ

Ep. 30 – High on the Hog: Talking Pittsburgh BBQ with Yinz Love BBQ

By Stephanie Brea | June 2, 2020

Doug Derda offers tips for takeout and local spots that will help you perfect your backyard barbecue game this stay-home summer.

ashley olinger

Meet the Artist: Ashley Olinger of YEAHYELHSA

By Jessa Gibboney | May 28, 2020

YEAHYELHSA studio and Instagram by local, independent illustrator, Ashley Olinger, will lift your spirits and encourage you to create yourself.

Pittsburgh Nurseries

Guide to Pittsburgh Nurseries & Garden Centers

By Emma Diehl | May 27, 2020

Looking to grow your green thumb? Check out these Pittsburgh nurseries to stock up on plants and garden supplies.

Garbage Olympics

Ep. 29 Alicia Carberry helps to “redd up” Pittsburgh neighborhoods

By Stephanie Brea | May 26, 2020

Alicia Carberry has been a Pittsburgh “helper” for years. Learn more about her projects and volunteering efforts.

Pittsburgh Steps

Ep. 15 Laura Zurowski’s quest to climb all of the Pittsburgh Steps

By Lindsay Patross | May 26, 2020

Following the book by Bob Regan “Pittsburgh Steps: The Story of the City’s Public Stairways” artist Laura Zurowski is climbing and documenting all of the steps of Pittsburgh.

Take A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown Pittsburgh

By Lissa Brennan | May 25, 2020

Our self-guided walking tour of downtown can (safely) get you outside and amongst several Pittsburgh landmarks while enjoying a breath of fresh air.

Podcasts for your Memorial Day weekend

By Stephanie Brea | May 22, 2020

If you are hitting the road or doing some work around your house, we think these podcast episodes will set you up for the unofficial start of summer.

paczki-inspired beer

Ep. 12 Jenna McGuiggan co-author of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood: A Visual History”

By Lindsay Patross | May 22, 2020

Did you know that Mister Rogers was colorblind? Press play and learn more about everyone’s favorite neighbor.

Pittsburgh Circus

Ep. 28 Meet the Pittsburghers who joined the circus

By Stephanie Brea | May 19, 2020

we sat down with the co-directors of the Pittsburgh Circus Arts Collaborative. Jason Kirin (aka Zero) and Joseph Kerr (aka Joker) discuss how COVID-19 has impacted their performances, the history of the group, and oh yeah, setting a world record for a vapor spin.

SilkDenim

SilkDenim makes new clothing & home goods out of old jeans

By Jessa Gibboney | May 14, 2020

The love of creative possibility with discarded denim is only exceeded by the love and admiration Louise and Sarah have for one another.