Best Jon Bindley Podcasts (2025)

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#315 - The Read Connolly Christmas Special 2:22:15

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7d ago2:22:15

2:22:15

Ho Ho Ho boys and girls! Grab some hot cocoa or egg-nog and gather round for a very nostalgic Christmas Special with the one and only, Read Connolly! When Read is not keeping the Christmas spirit alive, you can find him pickin' a banjo or playing on a pedal steel on some of the biggest stages in the world. Read is a world class musician who has a v…

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#314 - Honky Tonkin' with Jon Bindley 1:35:47

29d ago1:35:47

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There's a snake in my boot! 🤠 This week Bindley Hardware Co stops by the studio to talk about writing songs, playing live music, cutting up with Tad Wissel on I Seen Dude, and getting the city dancin' at Honky Tonk! Yinz better believe it's a good one! Thanks for listening! 🕺🏼🪩💃🏻 - Yinz can SUBSCRIBE & WATCH here! - Become a "friend" on Patreon and…

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#313 - Beyond Bedtime Books 1:36:16

1M ago1:36:16

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Over the last few years I've completely fell in love with reading and this week I sit down with the owner of my favorite bookshop in the city Beyond Bedtime Books. - Jamie Grassman started selling rare children's books online way before she had her own shop. She would source books, list them online, and ship them all over the world. When that start…

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Episode 5: Superfreak RB / Justice Subpoena Services 29:16

2M ago29:16

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The boys are back to celebrate a big win and give props to a certain Steelers running backs fashion choices. Plus, just in time for high school reunion season, a special advertisement for a fake subpoena service. What could go wrong?

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#312 - Spooky Stories with Author & Historian Thomas White 2:19:19

2M ago2:19:19

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This week, we're back with more spooky stories from local author and historian Thomas White! Tom stops by the studio for a 2 hour episode packed with his favorite haunted tales surrounding Pittsburgh! We're talking Joe Magarac, missing planes, haunted roads, ghosts, witches, werewolves, and more! 👻🪦🧟‍♂️🧙🏻‍♀️ - In addition to spending his time resea…

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Episode 4: Back at it / Steelers Cheerleaders / Cigs4Kids 27:42

2M ago27:42

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The boys are back after exploring the bi-week (and then some!) with some ideas on how to up team morale. Plus, a special announcement impacting youth and Big Tobacco.

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#311 - Appalachia Horror with Coltt Winter Lepley 1:48:59

2M ago1:48:59

1:48:59

This week, I am joined by by folk musician and writer, Coltt Winter Lepley to kick off the Halloween season with a bunch of spooky Appalachian Folk stories. From a young age, Coltt has had a passion for history, legends, lore, and the halloween season and he stopped by the studio to tell some of his favorite tales. I love this time of year and I am…

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#310 - Pittsburgh International Airport 1:27:08

3M ago1:27:08

1:27:08

This week I sit down with Pittsburgh International Airport Director of Public Affairs, Bob Kerlik, for a conversation about all the exciting things happening at the brand new Terminal at PIT! A fantastic conversation and a must listen for any Pittsburgh traveler! Enjoy it! 🛬 - Yinz can SUBSCRIBE & WATCH here! - Become a "friend" on Patreon and supp…

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Episode 3: Irish Hello/The Trough 36:25

3M ago36:25

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On this episode, Jon and Tad talk to a real, live Irish guy in anticipation of the Steelers International Game in Dublin. Plus, a plug for a brand new local food truck that everyone is raving about.

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#309 - Al Torrence (Music Garden Studios / The Allegheny High) 1:55:24

3M ago1:55:24

1:55:24

This week, I'm joined by the incredibly talented Al Torrence — a musician who's built his life around the music. - Most days, you'll find Al on the road, playing lead guitar next to Charles Wesley Godwin and the rest of the boys in The Allegheny High. When he's not playing sold out shows as a full time touring musician, Al is back home in New Brigh…

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Episode 2: Sweet Victory/Don't Be Flyin' Around the Bend 20:36

4M ago20:36

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On this episode Tad and Jon savor the sweetness of a week 1 victory against the Jets and preview an exciting new PNC attraction. Plus a very special Public Service Announcement.

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#308 - Glory Daze Motorcycle Show 1:10:26

4M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

Glory Daze Motor Cycle Show founder Kurt Diserio stops by the studio this week to talk all about his introduction to motorcycles, how he created one one of the biggest bike shows in the country, everything happening at this years show, and what all goes into making Glory Daze Motorcycle Show happen! - Yinz can SUBSCRIBE & WATCH here! - Become a "fr…

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#307 - Grist House Craft Brewery 1:26:16

4M ago1:26:16

1:26:16

This week, I sit down with Grist House co-owner Brian Eaton to dive into 11 years of brewing excellence and community impact in the Pittsburgh beer scene. 🍺 Brian shares how he got started with homebrewing, the history behind their iconic Millvale location, and what it's been like building a legacy alongside co-owner (and brother-in-law) Kyle Mient…

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Episode 1: Genesis/Why Pickens Was Really Traded/Benny Cherry 22:23

4M ago22:23

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On the debut episode of I Seen Dude Tad Wissel and Jon Bindley discuss what the show is all about in prep for another Steelers season. They also uncover a bombshell story as to why the Steelers traded a disgruntled wide receiver and offer up a theory on why the Pirates made no trades at all.

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#306 - Appalachia Folk With Coltt Winter Lepley 1:54:38

5M ago1:54:38

1:54:38

This week, I sit down with Appalachian Folk Singer Coltt Winter Lepley to talk about telling good stories and writing good songs. He stops by the studio and we dive in to where he found his love for music and storytelling, traveling the country as a working musician, and the process behind his recording his brand new self titled album 'Coltt Winter…

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#305 - Facilitating Fun With Mike Medved 2:16:03

7M ago2:16:03

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This week on the podcast, Mike Medved joins me to share his journey from basketball courts to wedding stages. While many know him as a "wedding singer," Mike runs one of the few businesses that provides live music and DJ services—creating unforgettable moments for couples on the biggest day of their lives. - But Mike is much more than that. He's a …

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#304 - Keystone Artist Connect & The Club Cafe Revival 1:57:44

7M ago1:57:44

1:57:44

This week, I sit down with Danielle Mashuda and Maddy Lafferty, the co-founders of Keystone Artist Connect — a full-service resource for artists navigating today's music industry. - With over 24 years of combined experience, Danielle and Maddy bring serious expertise in artist management, tour booking, social media strategy, and large-scale event p…

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#303 - The Center for Metal Arts In Johnstown, Pa 1:57:32

8M ago1:57:32

1:57:32

This week, I sit down with Center for Metal Arts Executive Director, Patrick Quinn, to talk about his mission in helping preserve the rich steel history in Johnstown, Pa through research and education. As a blacksmith, Pat feels he has a duty to help keep the trade alive. His goal with Center for Metal Arts is to bring new faces into the world and …

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#302 - Story Time With Woolly Bear Books 2:13:23

8M ago2:13:23

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This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Woolly Bear Books to dive into what it really takes to own and run an independent bookstore. Mike Ploetz has been passionate about reading since childhood, always keeping books close to his heart. After high school, he began working at the beloved Pittsburgh shop Kards Unlimited, where he developed…

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#301 - Forging A Future With Studebaker Metals 1:58:05

9M ago1:58:05

1:58:05

This week, I sit down with Michael Studebaker of Studebaker Metals. ⚒️ - Eleven years ago, Michael started crafting jewelry in his parents' basement with little more than a few rusty tools, a dream, and a lot of ambition. - His journey began after earning a BFA in Metalsmithing and spending several years working in museums in Philadelphia. Through …

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#300 - 15 Years In The Game With Badamo's Pizza 2:00:52

9M ago2:00:52

2:00:52

We made it to the 300TH EPISODE of I'll Call You Right Back Podcast. - This milestone episode deserved a guest who truly embodies the significance of the number, and there's no one more fitting than the big dawg Anthony Badamo of Badamo's Pizza. - This week, we're celebrating 15 years of Badamo's Pizza, and Anthony is joining me in the studio to ta…

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#299 - Lou Ickes and the Brillobox X-Files 2:10:17

10M ago2:10:17

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This week, I sit down with Brillo Box. Luther Cosmo Ickes has been haunting the halls of the legendary Brillo Box for 20 years. Starting off as a door man back in 2005, he has turned this place into one of the best and most unique venues the City of Pittsburgh has to offer. Lou stopped by the studio and we had one my favorite conversations I've had…

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#298 - Dan Rugh of Commonwealth Press Screenprinters 2:27:48

10M ago2:27:48

2:27:48

This week, I sit down with Dan Rugh of Commonwealth Press. Commonwealth Press is a AFL/CIO Trade Union Screen Printing Shop that has been working to provide quality printing and design services to the City of Pittsburgh for over 20 years. - Starting out in a 6ft x 6ft area in the basement of their first home in the heart of Southside, Dan talks abo…

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#297 - Josh Sickels of Rockaway Pizzeria 2:06:46

10M ago2:06:46

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This week, we're diving into the world of pizza with Josh Sickels, owner of Rockaway Pizzeria. Josh's journey into pizza-making began in 2016, and just one year later, he opened the first Rockaway location in White Oak. Known for his unique spin on classic New York-style slices, Josh quickly earned a reputation as one of the area's top pizzerias. B…

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#296 Pt. 2 - Life On Film With Louie Nice 1:40:41

11M ago1:40:41

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This week, I'm sitting down for the highly anticipated Part 2 with the one and only Louie Nice to dive into his journey and how he became the artist and photographer he is today. Lou's passion for documenting life through film started in Pittsburgh, where he stumbled upon a camera in the most unexpected way—the rest is history. When he's not workin…

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#296 Pt. 1 - Life On Film With Louie Nice 1:18:53

11M ago1:18:53

1:18:53

Winter break is over, and this week, I'm sitting down with the one and only Louie Nice to dive into his journey and how he became the artist and photographer he is today. Lou's passion for documenting life through film started in Pittsburgh, where he stumbled upon a camera in the most unexpected way—the rest is history. When he's not working on his…

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#295 - Clinton Clegg of The Commonheart 1:21:33

1y ago1:21:33

1:21:33

This week, I sit down with The Commonheart founder and frontman Clinton Clegg. Clinton has been a musician all his life. With a mother that is still actively playing the church pipe organ twice a week in her 80's, I think you can say music runs in his blood. Musicians are some of my favorite people to sit down with. It's not often that their story …

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#294 - Nate Catanzarite (Charles Wesley Godwin & The Allegheny High) 1:49:11

1y ago1:49:11

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This week, it is my pleasure to sit down with Tetris addict and bass player Nate Catanzarite! Nate is a great musician who currently takes residence in Charles Wesley Godwin's band The Allegheny High. I started following Nate after he started listening to the show a little while back. Almost everyone in The Allegheny High are Beaver County boys so …

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#293 Pt. 2 - Mikey & Bob (96.1KISS Morning Freakshow) 58:02

1y ago58:02

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This week, it is my honor to welcome two Pittsburgh Icons into ICYRB Studios. Mikey & Bob have been radio show hosts in Pittsburgh for a long time. They have been running the 96.1KISS Morning Freakshow for over TWO DECADES. Every morning, we wake up and listen to their commentary on our city. Whether it be updates on our Holy Trinity of sports team…

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#293 Pt. 1 - Mikey & Bob (96.1KISS Morning Freakshow) 1:11:30

1y ago1:11:30

1:11:30

This week, it is my honor to welcome two Pittsburgh Icons into ICYRB Studios. Mikey & Bob have been radio show hosts in Pittsburgh for a long time. They have been running the 96.1KISS Morning Freakshow for over TWO DECADES. Every morning, we wake up and listen to their commentary on our city. Whether it be updates on our Holy Trinity of sports team…

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#292 - Gettin Dahn With Joe Long 1:38:25

1y ago1:38:25

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This week, I sit down with the man of the hour! Joe Long is an artist and content creator, most known for his presence on tiktok. (@joelongtok) Yinz probably know him from the iconic "Don & Deb" videos that have been popping up on all of our algorithms! Joe stops by the studio for a great conversation about mental health, recovery, his introduction…

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#291 - An Opportunity For Small Businesses 14:04

1y ago14:04

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This week, we have a short episode going over some of the changes I am making to the podcast. I am opening up ad, sponsorship, and 'Skip The Line' Packages. It is time to kick it into a different gear in 2025. If yinz want to market your product or business in a more unique way than a typical instagram or facebook ad, I am your guy. If yinz are int…

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#290 Pt. 2 - The Odd Pittsburgh Halloween Special 1:34:54

1y ago1:34:54

1:34:54

This week, it is my honor to welcome back Odd Pittsburgh for a very long awaited PART 2 of the very spooky 2 PART HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! - John Schalcosky is a self appointed historian and one of the most invaluable resources to the City of Pittsburgh. For more than a decade, his life's work has been uncovering and documenting the odd and mysterious hi…

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#290 Pt. 1 - The Odd Pittsburgh Halloween Special 1:53:26

1y ago1:53:26

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This week, it is my honor to welcome back Odd Pittsburgh for a very long and spooky 2 PART HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! - John Schalcosky is a self appointed historian and one of the most invaluable resources to the City of Pittsburgh. For more than a decade, his life's work has been uncovering and documenting the odd and mysterious history of our city's pas…

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#289 - Spooky Spencer Dillman Of Hundred Acres Manor 1:41:55

1y ago1:41:55

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This week, I sit down with one of the spookiest ones around town, Spencer Dillman. I met Spencer back in 2020, when I reached out to Hundred Acres Manor to see about interviewing someone from the Haunt! At that time, Spencer was a scare actor who worked as one of their makeup artists! As soon as I seen his work, I knew I had to have him on! - In 20…

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#288 - Poems And Positivity With Rachel Ann Bovier 1:38:34

1+ y ago1:38:34

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This week, I have the honor of crossing another name off my list of Pittsburgh Icons. Rachel Ann Bovier is a writer, artist, musician, performer, poetess, and more. You know her from her famous billboards on Bigelow Blvd and her poems on the walls of your favorite places. This week, Rachel stops by the studio to tell me her story. We talk about her…

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#287 - From Merch to Member with Amico Demuzio | Steel Guitar & Banjo Picker 1:52:52

1+ y ago1:52:52

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This week, I sit down with the one and only Amico Demuzio. Amico is a steel guitar pickin, banjo strummin, guitar playin son of a gun from Beaver County! He has been playing music since he could walk and, currently, Amico is one of the amazing players that make up Charles Wesly Godwin's band The Allegheny High. - Amico has a wild story. A couple ye…

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#286 - Hellbender Vinyl Record Pressing Plant 1:14:22

1+ y ago1:14:22

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This week, I sit down with Jeff Betten to talk about Pittsburgh's newest (and only) Custom Vinyl Record Processing Plant. Hellbender Vinyl is located in Lawrenceville. They opened their doors at the end of 2022 and started filling orders at the start of 2023. They specialize in all things vinyl. In Jeff's words, "if you can dream it up. We can do i…

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#285 - Mike Potoczny & the search for TBA Bike Park 1:47:49

1+ y ago1:47:49

1:47:49

This week, I sit down with life long rider and bicycle advocate Michael Potoczny to talk all about living a life on two wheels. Most of yinz know Mike from The Wheel Mill and seeing him at Bike PGH events around the city. Mike is an educator whose passion for biking exceeds many others. - Having a father who was a Pro Motocross rider, the Potoczny …

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#284 - Hart Johnson & the Piper's Pub Revival 1:28:39

1+ y ago1:28:39

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This week, I sit down with Hart Johnson. Hart is a beer aficionado, clean tap line enthusiast, and the GM of the Southside of Pittsburgh's very own Piper's Pub. Piper's is a pub that specializes in great food, great drink, and football. They have a carefully curated tap list, an exquisite selection of Scottish Wiskey, and menu that speaks to their …

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#283 - Glory Daze Motorcycle Show 1:33:25

1+ y ago1:33:25

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This week, I sit down with Glory Daze Motorcycle Show founder Kurt Diserio to talk all about his introduction to motorcycles, starting Pittsburgh Moto, and what goes into making Glory Daze Motorcycle Show happen! Hope yinz enjoy it. - Yinz can SUBSCRIBE & WATCH here! - Become a "friend" on Patreon and support the show <3 - WWW.ILLCALLYOURIGHTBACK.C…

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#282 - Carson St Deli: A Southside Staple 1:19:04

1+ y ago1:19:04

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This week, I sit down with Austin Vanasdale who owns and operates the delicious Xarson St Deli & Craft Beer Bar located in the Southside of the Pittsburgh! I have been a patron of The Deli for almost a decade now. When I worked on the Southside, I lived off of Yerba Mate Mint Tea and their Buffalo Chicken Sandwich topped with Blue Cheese. An absolu…

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#281 - Beers, Wings, and Bikes - A Cottle Built Event 28:08

1+ y ago28:08

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This week, I sit down with Mike Cottle at the Allegheny Commans Garden to talk about Beers, Wings, Bicycle Maintence, and the Cottle Built Pop Up happening July 7th. - Yinz can SUBSCRIBE & WATCH here! - Become a "friend" on Patreon and support the show <3 - WWW.ILLCALLYOURIGHTBACK.COM - Follow ICYRB on Instagram - illcallyourightback Follow ICYRB o…

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#280 - Quick Field Trip Debrief With My Wife 33:39

1+ y ago33:39

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This week, I sit down with my wife Antonette for a quick debrief conversation about the very first Playing Hookie event! On Monday, I took a group of adults for a all inclusive day trip to tour Laurel Caverns. The field trip included a coffee a pastry pit stop, guided tour of Laurel Caverns, and a picnic lunch provided by the good people at Carson …

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#279 Pt 2 - Rishi Bahl | Eternal Boy & Four Chord Music Festival 1:31:31

1+ y ago1:31:31

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PART 2 OUT NOW! After four years, I finally sit down with the Rishi Bahl! Rishi Bahl is a "doctor," musician, animal advocate, promoter, and more! For the last 20 years, Rishi has been the front man in a band called Eternal Boy. (Formally known as 'The Spacepimps') When he's not on stage, he is planning one of Pittsburgh's biggest events in the Fou…

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#279 Pt 1 - Rishi Bahl | Eternal Boy & Four Chord Music Festival 1:05:43

1+ y ago1:05:43

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After four years, I finally sit down with the Rishi Bahl! Rishi Bahl is a "doctor," musician, animal advocate, promoter, and more! For the last 20 years, Rishi has been the front man in a band called Eternal Boy. (Formally known as 'The Spacepimps') When he's not on stage, he is planning one of Pittsburgh's biggest events in the Four Chord Music Fe…

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#278 - Writing Books and Tattooing With Erin Hosfield 2:34:41

1+ y ago2:34:41

2:34:41

This week, I sit down with the very talented Erin Hosfield. Erin is an amateur herbalist, artist, tattooist, and newly published author. I first became aware of Erin through her tattoo work on mutual friends. She has been a resident at the well-known and respected Kyklops Tattoo in the Southside for some time. - Recently, as I was doom-scrolling, E…

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#277 - Ben Bartilson of Yoli's Cucina & Catering 1:59:44

1+ y ago1:59:44

1:59:44

This week, I sit down with my brother Ben Bartilson of Yoli's Cucina and Yoli's Catering. Ben Bartilson is a dad, husband, chef, and all around great human being. Ben owns an incredible Italian restaurant in Jefferson Hills called Yoli's Cucina. At Yoli's, they "feed you like family." I can't say enough about how good their food is. He was on the p…

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#276 - Janet Loughran of @Chef.Life.Hacks 1:34:19

1+ y ago1:34:19

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This week, we're back in the kitchen with @chef.life.hacks! Janet Loughran is a wife, mom, chef, content creator, and more. You've probably seen her pop up on your Instagram and TikTok, teaching you some tricks of the trade or how to make a great recipe for dinner that week. Chef Janet stops by the studio to talk to me about what her life was like …

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#275 - Serving Up The City With PGH Dumplingz 1:41:55

1+ y ago1:41:55

1:41:55

This week, I sit down with chef and owner of the very delicious PGH Dumplingz! Eric White is a man who's been finding his way around kitchens for over a decade. He has spent years working at every level of the food industry at every different position. He started his journey on the frontlines at Chic-Fil-A, then into a more commercial setting at Ma…