Talk Pittsburgh

Why gut health is about more than just digestion

It's home to trillions of tiny organisms called microbes that influence everything from overall health to digestion. Kuang Lab's associate professor at CMU, Dr. Zhang Kuang, joins to explain what these are.

• 6h ago

Tech Talk: How AI could take some of the load off our plates

Former Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer and her new app, Dazzle, learn about you through photos on your phone and can help organize your life. However, Dr. Jess Ghilani explained why people are so fired up about this.

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Burgers, brews, and furry friends in Pittsburgh

Some of the best outings are the ones where you don't have to leave your furry friends at home! A newly revamped beer garden at Burghers Brewing in Millvale is making room for both two-legged and four-legged guests. Allante Walker is checking out what makes it so special!

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Family Feed: New adventures!

Heather and Mikey are talking about the new things their families and little ones are getting up to!

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Shied away from spices in your home kitchen? No more!

Many people find spices and seasonings to be intimidating when they're cooking at home, but that's where Pittsburgh's own The Saucy African comes in! Dr. Janet Digber-Williams and James Digber created "Simmer Sauces" that do the hard work for you!

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Keeping local news alive in the community

Communities across Pennsylvania and the country are losing their local news sources, and two women are fighting for more local journalism in southwestern Pennsylvania. Bellevue Mayor Bri Erskine and Center for Media Innovation Managing Director at Point Park, Lexi Belfulfine talk about this year's "Newsapalooza."

• Nov 11

A cup of tea, and a work of fine art

We often admire a work of art, but hearing from the artist themselves can change everything. This Sunday, the August Wilson African American Cultural Center is inviting the community to do just that. President and CEO Janis Burley and Artistic Director Kimberly Jacobs tell us all about it.

• Nov 11

Narcisi Winery just keeps getting better with age

Fine wine, family traditions, and a Gibsonia destination that has been perfecting both for 25 years. Robby Incmikoski is uncorking the story behind one of Pittsburgh's most beloved wineries.

• Nov 11

An unknown number calls your phone - do you answer?

Your phone rings; you don't recognize the number, and there's a good chance it's a spam call. In under a Mikey Minute, could we finally be getting relief from all those unwanted texts and calls?

• Nov 11

Fashion Africana uses a golden opportunity to celebrate silver

25 years of bold fashion, big style, culture, and community, and it's being marked with their annual Africanism Gala that promises to bring a night of glamour and good vibes. Co-founders Demeatria Bocella and Darnell McLauren share how this year's celebration will be one for the books.

• Nov 11

Getting kids ready for the holidays | Parent Panel

For this month's Parent Panel, we talk about the holiday food marathon.

• Nov 10

Recommended reads for teaching kids gratitude

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, gratitude is top of mind. This year, try turning thankfulness into storytime. The curriculum center director at the Gumberg Library at Duquesne University is here with some recommended reads.

• Nov 10

Which Pittsburgh athlete would you want to be your neighbor? | 3 O'Clock Drop

The Steelers were off last week but Pittsburgh sports fans never take a bye from a good sports debate. So instead of fantasy football we're talking fantasy neighbors. If you could pick any Pittsburgh athlete, past or present, to live next door, who would you pick?

• Nov 10