In this week’s Pittsburgh Pop, Tim Benz and Rob Owen have the latest on the SAG-AFTRA labor situation. There is some news from WQED, and there’s an update about the prospect of a National Broadcasting Museum in Pittsburgh.
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From the Newsroom: The year in photos for 2024 12-20-2024
fromthenewsroomThe year 2024 saw many striking moments.
Podcast: Rise in flu cases spurs alternative treatments 02-20-2025
fromthenewsroomFlu cases are spiking in Western Pennsylvania and hospitals are dealing with increased patient traffic. Some people have tried to fight the flu by turning to alternative practices. While most homeopathic remedies are ineffective, there are some practices that can shorten your sick time, experts say. Megan swift joins host Zac Gibson with more details.
Podcast: The long-awaited release of Marc Fogel from Russia 02-12-2025
fromthenewsroomMarc Fogel, the 63-year-old Butler native and former Oakmont teacher, was released Tuesday and is back in the United States. Fogel, an American history teacher, spent 1,278 days in a Russian penal colony after being was arrested in Moscow on Aug. 14, 2021, for taking prescribed medical marijuana into the country where he was about to begin his tenth and final year teaching at the Anglo-American School. He was left behind in a prisoner exchange in August during the Biden administration. He finally received “wrongfully detained” status from the U.S. government in December. Now, a month into the second Trump administration, the White House secured Fogel’s release. TribLive community editor Lori Falce and reporter Megan Swift spoke with host Zac Gibson about the stunning turn of events.
From the Newsroom: Bishop\'s sermon falls on deaf ears as Trump sets new tone in D.C. 01-29-2025
fromthenewsroomPresident Donald Trump made his return to the White House when he was sworn in last week. In his first week, he signed more executive orders than any other president. These swift actions signaled the beginnings of the second Trump administration’s attempts to make good on promises made during campaign season. The executive orders range in variety and focus from “ending illegal discrimination and restoring merit-based opportunity,” which ended federal DEI programs and identified them as illegal, to withdrawing from the World Health Organization. During the inaugural prayer service on Jan. 21, Washington’s Bishop of the Episcopal church Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde took time during her sermon to give advice and remind Trump of his duty to all the people of the country. TribLive Community Engagement Editor Lori Falce and Zac Gibson discuss Budde’s sermon and the new tone in Washington.
From the Newsroom: Workers brave frigid temps to keep Pittsburgh operational 01-23-2025
fromthenewsroomIt’s been brutally cold this week in Western Pennsylvania. But, for some people, the job doesn’t stop just because the temperature drops. Justin Vellucci joins host Zac Gibson bringing the experience of Western Pennsylvania’s winter weather workers. This episode centers on stories and strategies from those workers to survive and thrive in the elements.
Podcast: Dry January can be a gateway to sobriety 01-16-2025
fromthenewsroomWe’re halfway through January — which is the time many people start to slack on their new year’s resolutions or forgo them altogether. In fact, the second Friday in January is known as “Quitters Day,” the day that most people give up their resolutions.
Podcast: Biden blocks the sale of U.S. Steel, lawsuits follow 01-08-2025
fromthenewsroomCiting national security concerns, President Joe Biden blocked the $15 billion international sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese company Nippon Steel on Jan. 3, 2025.
From the Newsroom: The year in photos for 2024 12-20-2024
fromthenewsroomThe year 2024 saw many striking moments.
Next On The Tee: S12. Ep 7, Pt 1: Joined by John Hughes and John Mahaffey 02-19-2025
nextgolfI'm joined by John Hughes and John Mahaffey.
AUDIO: Rebel Yell Podcast: WPIAL Boys & Girls Basketball Playoffs First Round Recap 02-19-2025
donrebelDon Rebel recaps the scores in the first round of the 2025 WPIAL Boys & Girls Basketball playoffs.
VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: WPIAL Boys & Girls Basketball Playoffs First Round Recap 02-19-2025
Don Rebel recaps the scores in the first round of the 2025 WPIAL Boys & Girls Basketball playoffs.
Next On The Tee: S12, Ep 6, Pt 2: Mastering the Greens with David Swan & the PUR Golf Putting Trainer 02-17-2025
nextgolfIn Part 2 of Season 12, Episode 6, I welcome David Swan in for his debut appearance on the show. David is the inventor of the PUR Golf putting trainer, a game-changing aid designed to help golfers refine their stroke and sink more putts.
AUDIO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Girls Basketball Player of the Week: Greta O\'Brien of Avonworth 02-17-2025
donrebelDon Rebel chats with the HSSN Girls Basketball Player of the Week, Greta O'Brien of Avonworth.
VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Girls Basketball Player of the Week: Greta O\'Brien of Avonworth 02-17-2025
Don Rebel chats with the HSSN Girls Basketball Player of the Week, Greta O'Brien of Avonworth.
AUDIO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Girls Basketball Team of the Week: Mars 02-17-2025
donrebelDon Rebel chats with the head coach of the WPIAL Girls Basketball Team of the Week, Zachary Stitt of Mars.
VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Girls Basketball Team of the Week: Mars 02-17-2025
Don Rebel chats with the head coach of the WPIAL Girls Basketball Team of the Week, Zachary Stitt of Mars.
AUDIO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Boys Basketball Player of the Week: Isaiah Jeter of Central Valley 02-16-2025
donrebelDon Rebel chats with the HSSN Boys Basketball Player of the Week, Isaiah Jeter of Central Valley.
VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Boys Basketball Player of the Week: Isaiah Jeter of Central Valley 02-16-2025
Don Rebel chats with the HSSN Boys Basketball Player of the Week, Isaiah Jeter of Central Valley.
AUDIO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Boys Basketball Team of the Week: Knoch 02-16-2025
donrebelDon Rebel chats with the head coach of the WPIAL Boys Basketball Team of the Week, Alan Bauman of Knoch.
VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: 2025 WPIAL Boys Basketball Team of the Week: Knoch 02-16-2025
Don Rebel chats with the head coach of the WPIAL Boys Basketball Team of the Week, Alan Bauman of Knoch.