Best Pgh Podcasts (2026)

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - January 1, 2026 34:10

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Are Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh both at a similar crossroads this week? Have the Pirates actually turned a corner? Does Pitt's loss in the Military Bowl matter? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Ge…

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The Tree of Life

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REWIND: The Obscure Championship 1:03:00

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The 1925 World Series is one of the most overlooked chapters in Pirates history. In this episode, we revisit the dramatic Game 7 victory and spotlight the key players and often controversial moments that led the Pirates to a championship. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new …

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084 The Tavern on the Square 55:02

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A crumbling 1849 house, abolitionist lore, and a quest to cook for the next hundred years—this is the story of how Maggie and Matt Noble turned The Tavern on the Square into a living landmark. We sit down inside the restored space in New Wilmington, where original beams meet brand-new wiring, and the elevator isn’t a luxury but a promise that every…

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - December 25, 2025 39:58

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Was Steelers-Lions the craziest game of the decade? Did the refs do a good job or a bad job last week? Why did DK Metcalf decide to even engage with that guy? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get ou…

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The First Time 1:02:05

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In this episode, we dive into some of the most fascinating “firsts” in Pittsburgh sports history. Who caught Ben Roethlisberger’s first career touchdown pass? Who was the Penguins’ very first draft pick? Which Pirates players homered in their first major league at-bat? We’ll answer those questions and more, and we will share some unforgettable — an…

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083 Chef Joe Peroney, From Culinary Olympics to Pittsburgh Kitchens 47:22

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(01:16) A small-town “toast boy” grows into a gold-medal chef, then chooses a new kind of success. We sit down with Chef Joe Peroney to unpack a winding path from The Greenbrier’s relentless kitchens to the world stage at the Culinary Olympics, and how a sudden vision scare and a marathon reset his compass toward time, family, and impact. (15:19) J…

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…Should Not Perish But Have Eternal Life.

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - December 18, 2025 25:00

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Is Kenneth Gainwell the 2025 Steelers MVP? Why can't the Penguins hold a lead? Will Pittsburgh celebrate a second unheralded championship this fall? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers…

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REWIND: The Last Stand of Coach Harris 50:19

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In this episode, we dive deep into Pitt's wild 2004 football season - a year that would become a turning point for the program. From behind-the-scenes tensions to dramatic on-field moments, we follow Head Coach Walt Harris through the highs, the lows, and the events that led to his controversial dismissal. We also examine how this pivotal season se…

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082 Tea and a Sweet Treat 10:47

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In this mini-episode... we trade the 12:30pm coffee surge for a calmer tea routine. Catherine Montest helps to unpack caffeine timing, yerba mate culture, and simple ways to control the buzz. Then we pivot to a bright cranberry loaf suggestion from Baking Across America that pairs perfectly with any afternoon brew. If you're in the market to grab a…

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…That Whoever Believes In Him Should Not Perish…

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - December 11, 2025 34:30

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Are the Steelers back on top of the division for good? Why did we not get a Pitt-Penn State bowl game? How much did the some controversial replay decisions help both the Penguins and Steelers this week? We cover all of that and more in this …

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The Biggest Collapse in Pittsburgh Sports History 1:03:19

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For much of their early history, the Penguins were a struggling franchise that often fought just to reach the playoffs and just as often fell short. Nothing captures that era better than the 1975 playoff series against the New York Islanders, when a young Penguins team built what seemed like an insurmountable lead, only to watch it disappear in one…

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…That He Gave His Only Son…

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - December 4, 2025 36:00

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. What do the Steelers do with Mike Tomlin at this point? Why does the person choosing the music at Acrisure Stadium think that the fans are idiots? Did Pitt have a successful season despite its disappointing loss at the end? We cover all of t…

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REWIND: Fun Facts About Pittsburgh Sports (Volume 2) 1:08:48

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It’s a sequel to one of our most popular episodes! We will once again delve into a list of interesting and little known facts about Pittsburgh sports history. Impress your friends with the vast wealth of trivia that you will glean from this second enlightening fun facts episode! REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes…

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For God So Loved the World…

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God deeply loves us in spite of our sin.

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - November 27, 2025 28:14

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Why did we all expect more from what seems to be a very average Steelers team? How can Pitt be so amazing and infuriating at the same time? How thankful are the Riverhounds for their first ever championship this Thanksgiving? We cover all of…

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The Long, Strange Trip to the Super Bowl 1:21:04

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The 2010 Pittsburgh Steelers season was arguably the strangest in team history. The team battled numerous controversies both on and off the field. Their star quarterback and linebacker were disciplined by the NFL, their star receiver, running back, and kicker were all unceremoniously jettisoned, and their offensive line was riddled with injuries. T…

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Where Do I Fit In the Mission of Jesus?

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The mission of Jesus is to seek people, save people, send people.

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - November 20, 2025 33:44

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Why does Mike Tomlin get blamed for losses but not credited for wins? Is the ACC Championship Game still in reach for Pitt? How does the Ramsey-Chase Spitgate impact Tim's fantasy team? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus epi…

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REWIND: Super Bowl XLIII 1:17:28

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After a dream season brought the Steelers to the Super Bowl, they were poised to get their 6th Lombardi after taking a big lead late into the game thanks to some James Harrison heroics. But Kurt Warner and Larry Fitzgerald had different ideas. When it was all said and done, Super Bowl XLIII went down as arguably the greatest football game ever play…

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081 A Peek Inside Pittsburgh’s Food TV 17:21

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We pull back the curtain on how Pittsburgh’s local food television gets made, from planning and pacing a five-minute kitchen segment to building community around long-form public media cooking shows. Maria DeBone and Chris Fennimore share the inside scoop. Plus local TV food personality Chef Alekka offers an easy holiday crumble. • Planning, stagin…

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The Sun of Righteousness 

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There is nothing in this world that will escape God’s justice.

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - November 13, 2025 29:30

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. What is the state of the Steelers season at the midway point? Can the Steelers still get a quality QB in next year's draft? Will the producers of Sudden Death re-release it in theaters for its 30th anniversary? We cover all of that and more …

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Pittsburgh Sports: The Way it Was 1:23:50

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In this episode, we'll look back on the way we experienced Pittsburgh sports growing up. We will talk about the experience of being a fan, like people smoking in the stands, being able to take almost anything into the stadium, and turning down the TV so we could listen to Myron. We will also talk about the things in sports that simply do not exist …

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080 Dr. Lori - Collectible Cookbooks & More 23:24

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Looking for the sweet spot where tradition meets the table? We bring together a master appraiser, a wine guide, and a hometown foodie to show how old-school cookbooks, a just-released French red, and a one-pan dinner can turn a chilly weeknight into a warm celebration. Dr. Lori kicks things off with a collector’s map to the kitchen shelf: early pri…

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Leaning Into the Wind

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Have a willing posture, having faith and trust in the Lord.

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Because of Love

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Love one another...

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - November 6, 2025 38:11

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Is the Steelers turnover-driven defensive success sustainable? Is Pitt actually a legit contender for the CFP? Is a little adversity actually good for the young Penguins? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the pod…

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REWIND: The Immaculate Reception 44:45

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The Immaculate Reception is the most famous play in sports history. Since everyone in the media has covered this moment ad nauseam, we will attempt to put a little different spin on it. We’ll cover more of the forgotten aspects of the play and because this is a podcast where we tell stories from a fan’s perspective, we will have a special guest – a…

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079 Holiday Baking with Chef Alekka Sweeney 37:19

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Flaky pie crust isn’t magic—it’s method. We sit down with Chef Alekka Sweeney to unpack the science and the small choices that turn holiday baking from stressful to satisfying. We go beyond pies to build a full, flexible holiday playbook. Stock the pantry with non-perishables now, refresh tired baking powder and soda, and freeze multiple dough disc…

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Open Discussion, November 2, 2025

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - October 30, 2025 24:42

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Is the Pens-Flyers rivalry back? Will Mason Heintschel ever lose? Can the Steelers secondary be fixed? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect …

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Game One 1:08:30

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We take a deep dive into one of the greatest games in NHL history. On May 26, 1992, the Penguins and Blackhawks met at the Civic Arena for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals. What followed was a relentless back-and-forth battle marked by brilliant plays and sheer grit, with this classic ultimately settled by the one player who, at that moment, stood …

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078 Chef Barbara Ann, From Farm Fields To Pittsburgh Plates 44:54

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A private chef who learned pasta in an Umbrian cellar, sold out DC markets with recipe cards, and now feeds Pittsburgh with allergy-aware comfort food? That’s Barbara Ann of A B Kitchen, and her story is a tour of how real-world cooking can be both nourishing and exciting without getting fussy. We visit the nuts and bolts of Barbara's off-site priv…

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How Have We Robbed God?

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The use of our money always reveals our understanding of God’s love

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - October 23, 2025 24:24

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. What happened to the Steelers defense last week? How do the young Penguins keep winning? Will any of the three Pitt finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame get in? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcas…

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REWIND: Steelers Season of Extremes 1:04:56

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In this episode we'll look back on a Steelers season in which they often vacillated between greatness and disaster. One week, they would look like Super Bowl contenders, shutting down elite teams with fierce defense and innovative offense. The next week, they would unravel against bottom-tier opponents, plagued by turnovers and baffling special tea…

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077 Danielle Cain & Rob Hirst of Hey Babe 42:50

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We pull up a seat with Chef Danielle Cain and front‑of‑house lead and bar creator Rob Hirst of Hey Babe, the new East Liberty lounge inside the Maverick Hotel that’s fast becoming Pittsburgh’s coziest third place. From a crispy eggplant that rules social media to a five‑spice pork belly and salmon tartare, the menu’s range is deliberate. The drink …

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The Refiner

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He is faithful and just to cleanse us from our sin

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - October 16, 2025 37:20

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Does an unexpected big lead in the division signal that the Steelers are true contenders? Does a hot start mean anything for the rebuilding Penguins? Does a freshman QB give new hope to Pitt's season? We cover all of that and more in this sp…

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Screwed by Pittsburgh! 1:19:02

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Have you ever felt like you have been treated unfairly? Well, join the club! In this episode, we look back at the times Pittsburgh fans, owners, and media have dished out some unjust treatment to athletes and organizations via coach firings, unpopular trades, award snubs, and other instances of poor treatment. So join us as we channel our inner vic…

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076 Tess Monks of Botany Hall Kitchen at Phipps Conservatory 38:11

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(00:55) A state-of-the-art kitchen hidden beside a glasshouse, garden-fresh herbs clipped minutes before class, and a room wired like a studio so every chop and sauté is easy to follow—this week we head inside Phipps’ Botany Hall Teaching Kitchen with Culinary Programs Manager Tess Monks to see how Pittsburghers learn to cook together. (08:24) We d…

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A Profaned Covenant

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Covenant explained, Covenant profaned, Covenant maintained.

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REWIND: The X Force 57:09

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In 2005, the Penguins assembled a team of veteran superstars, young talent, and a can’t miss rookie phenom named Sidney Crosby. They called this elite group the "X Force", and their mission was to lay waste to the rest of the NHL and capture the franchise’s third Stanley Cup. However, things did not exactly go according to plan, and the X Force qui…

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075 Angie Carducci, From Veggie Plates to Zero-Proof Pours 47:19

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Craving a dining scene that welcomes everyone at the table? We dive into the moves Pittsburgh restaurants and bars are making to create truly inclusive menus—thoughtful vegetarian mains, standout zero-proof cocktails, and the kind of service that makes every guest feel seen. (00:36) We kick off with an update from author Maria C. Palmer and the sto…

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The Lips of a Priest

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Doctrine is not just an intellectual issue; it is a relational one.

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BONUS EPISODE: Pgh Sports Current Events - October 2025 29:08

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We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. What's our take on the Steelers with a quarter of the season behind us? Is Eli Holstein finished at Pitt? Will a heartfelt plea from our host sway Bob Nutting into changing his ways? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episod…