We read The Pitt erotic fanfic, ya know, for research
The Pittsburgh-set hospital drama has inspired viewers to write stories about the show’s characters playing doctor with each other.
Taste the world right here in Pittsburgh at these international community food festivals
Enjoy these international food festivals that serve up specialties from around the globe.
Lynn Cullen Live: Bonobos in the Congo, celebrating the Liberal Party’s win in Canada, and Illinois governor Pritzker’s fiery speech. (04-29-25)
Susan and Lynn talked about the matriarchal society of bonobos in the Congo, just to get away from talking about Trump. They celebrated the Liberal Party’s win in Canada which was clearly an anti-Trump vote and celebrated Illinois governor Pritzker’s fiery speech telling democrats to stop apologizing and start fighting! Audio Only Archive Stream or…
Cinco de Mayo, Derby Day, strawberry Jell-O pretzel salad, and more Pittsburgh food news
This week’s food news includes updates on The Industrialist Hotel, The Commoner, Lawrence Hall, Kazoku Sushi, Kyuramen, and Prantl’s Bakery, as well as a fiesta-themed South Side crawl, a stable of Kentucky Derby Day deals, and a search for the best Strawberry Jell-O Pretzel Salad.
Two metalheads wed in the pit of a Pittsburgh Cannibal Corpse show
Death metal became til-death-do-us-part metal when two Cannibal Corpse fans exchanged vows during a show at Stage AE.
Lynn Cullen Live: It’s a crime. It’s kidnapping. (04-28-25)
Lynn asked why reporters are referring to the “deportations” of Americans like the young children born here who were sent to Honduras this weekend. Deportation is the removal of non-citizens. There is no legal way for an American citizen to be forced from their country. It’s a crime. It’s kidnapping. Audio Only Archive Stream or…
Pittsburgh has always been avant-garde, and a new book proves it
Pittsburgh’s Avant-Garde: 60 Years Inside the Underground Art Scene shines a much-needed spotlight on the city’s history of fostering experimental, boundary-pushing creative voices.
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: CCAC, Allegheny County Elections Division, Nancy Mosser Casting, and more
Looking for a new job? We searched through local employment guides to curate a list of the best job openings around Pittsburgh this week, including three local job fairs, cast members for the upcoming film Hershey, poll workers and more.
Heinz History Center offers a double whammy of rarely seen “rock-star” artifacts
Two programs — a new exhibit, “Pittsburgh’s Hidden History” and a decade-old Treasures in the Archives program — aim to “lift the veil” and invite visitors to explore the region’s history from new perspectives.
Yinzer Yums of Yesteryear: Pittsburgh potato latkes
Latkes are easy to make, delicious, and hold a special place in Pittsburgh’s historic Jewish community.
Author J.R. Mason targets nebby neighbors in Ambridge-set murder thriller
The local author of How to Kill Your Neighbors (and Get Away with It) talks about pulling off the perfect fictional crime, the benefits of self-publishing, and recording audiobooks.
Affordable-ish Housing in Pittsburgh: Spring cleaning edition
I like certain things about Pittsburgh that other people may not.
Lynn Cullen Live: Trump’s “peace plan” (04-24-25)
Trump’s “peace plan” to end the Russia-Ukraine war is no more than a document of total surrender by Ukraine to Russia. Putin couldn’t have come up with anything better. It’s a betrayal of Ukraine, NATO and democracy. Audio Only Archive Stream or download the last 5 shows on the MP3 downloads page.
Lynn Cullen Live: Capitulators and Resisters. Which side are you on? (04-23-25)
Lynn talked about how the country is divided now between those who resist and those who capitulate and it’s becoming clear who is who. Hundreds of university presidents signed a letter telling Trump he had no business telling them what to teach, who to teach or how to teach. Hundreds of others chose not to…
Pittsburgh’s top events: April 24-30
Looking for something to do in Pittsburgh this week? From the Pittsburgh Is Burning Mini Kiki Ball to the Bad Bitch Bazaar to Everclear at Jergel’s and more, there’s always something to do in the Steel City!
WYEP expands its live music reach with first-ever Neighborhood Concert Series
WYEP recently announced its first-ever Neighborhood Concert Series, an initiative to bring free live music to venues throughout the Pittsburgh region. Launching on Thurs., April 24, the series includes eight concerts described in a press release as featuring “Pittsburgh-based bands, as well as up-and-coming national artists.”
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY April 24-30
This week’s Free Will Astrology takes insights from the stars and also from ecological crises, Paris salons, and reflective waters.
Despite a bitter campaign, Corey O’Connor says he’s “always been” progressive
O’Connor’s challenge to incumbent Mayor Ed Gainey was spurred by what the Controller describes as a difference in “core values” regarding the city’s future.
A decade after the hype, Pittsburgh’s food scene has become more introspective than anticipated
For a city long called “up-and-coming,” some may have missed the significance of what has already arrived in Pittsburgh’s food scene.
