City Cast Pittsburgh

Megan Harris

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Booking Overview

A fast-paced, weekday news show that connects Pittsburgh residents with what’s happening locally—and why it matters. It’s especially useful for PR pros looking to reach community-minded audiences through subject-matter guests tied to public life, policy, and local institutions.

Metrics

Episodes: 1071

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

YouTube: 468 subscribers

Instagram: 20.0k followers

Contact Information

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Host

Megan Harris - Executive producer/host for City Cast Pittsburgh. Leads the show’s weekday morning coverage with contributors and occasional cross-brand segments, focusing on local Western Pennsylvania issues and ...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Local civic/policy leaders and nonprofit or institutional executives (e.g., school leadership, education nonprofits, municipal/community organizations), plus recognized local subject experts (e.g., public-interest professionals, prize-winning/credentialed community practitioners). Occasionally, cross-city City Cast leadership/hosts participate for comparative segments.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership role in an education, civic, or community organization, Public-facing expertise tied to local regulations or community services, Recognized credentials within a specialized local domain (e.g., award-winning practitioner)

Recent Guest Discussions

Jacoby Cochran - Co-lead Conversation On Chicago Library Community Services And Potential Transferable Ideas For Other Cities

David Plotz - How Community-focused Library Services Meet Local Needs; Comparative Discussion Related To Chicago’s Library System

Colin Williams - Pittsburgh Public Schools Changes And Broader Local Updates Including Budget And Community Items

Mallory Falk - Discussing Pittsburgh Public Schools Plan Impacts; Local Budget And Related Civic Topics

James Fogarty - Pittsburgh Public Schools Consolidation/closure Aftermath And Next Steps

Recent Topics

Local Government, Education, Public Schools, Urban Policy, Community

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
City Cast Pittsburgh
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'Your City Could Be Better': How Chicago's Libraries Meet Community Needs — Presented By City Cast Pittsburgh

May 31, 2026

Where would Pittsburgh be without its libraries? Chicago is opening its 82nd public library branch in June, and loaning out books is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what these institutions offer residents. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran about how Chicago’s libraries have evolved to meet community needs, from opening a food pantry inside a branch to turning student IDs into automatic library cards — and how they could be even bet...

Taxing Pool Tables, School Closure Aftermath & Breweries in Bankruptcy

May 29, 2026

After almost three years of debates and hearings, the Pittsburgh Public Schools board voted to close nine school buildings and make other big changes to the district. Host Megan Harris, executive producer Mallory Falk, and contributor Colin Williams are taking their questions about what's next to James Fogarty, the executive director of A+ Schools. Then, Megan, Mallory, and Colin dig into the latest on Pittsburgh's budget (which remains bleak) and wonder whether a proposed tax on skill games,...

The Weird Things You Can and Can't Do in a Pittsburgh Backyard

May 28, 2026

Want to get a little ambitious with your backyard this summer? Maybe you're thinking of getting a beehive or some chickens, or you've decided that this is the year to install a deck, sauna, or pool. Before you go to Home Depot or call a contractor, we're here to help you brush up on Pittsburgh's rules on everything from how many animals you can keep to when you need a permit. We're bringing back a conversation with host Megan Harris, newsletter editor Francesca Dabecco, and prize-winning gard...

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