WESA Reports: Taking the Mic

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toreilly@wesa.fm

clash@wesa.fm

msauter@pittsburghcommunitybroadcasting.org

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Taking the Mic 8: Clara Kent

September 10, 2026

Clara Kent is an Afro-Indigenous musician and WYEP DJ who hosts one of Pittsburgh’s most beloved radio shows, “More Bounce.” This year, she launched “Elevate the Underground” — where she highlights Black, queer and women artists rising in Pittsburgh’s music scene.

Taking the Mic 7: Melinda Colaizzi

September 10, 2026

Melinda Colaizzi is the frontwoman of her Pittsburgh-based blues & rock band, Melinda and the Night Sky. And she’s also the founder of Women Who Rock, an organization that advocates for better women’s health research.

Taking the Mic 6: May Wilcher

September 10, 2026

May Wilcher is a Pittsburgh-based sound artist and experimental musician whose practice spans glitch, ambient, noise, and drone. A conversation with May about finding community through Pittsburgh Sound Preserve's Open Improv Lab Sessions.

Not Nashville Approved · Low booking difficulty · < 100 listeners

How do I get in touch with WESA Reports: Taking the Mic?

WESA Reports: Taking the Mic is hosted by Laura Fidalgo. Its publicly listed emails are toreilly@wesa.fm, clash@wesa.fm, and msauter@pittsburghcommunitybroadcasting.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for WESA Reports: Taking the Mic?

The publicly listed emails for WESA Reports: Taking the Mic: toreilly@wesa.fm, clash@wesa.fm, and msauter@pittsburghcommunitybroadcasting.org.

How many listeners does WESA Reports: Taking the Mic have?

Podseeker estimates WESA Reports: Taking the Mic reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for WESA Reports: Taking the Mic?

WESA Reports: Taking the Mic typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Pittsburgh-based women musicians, DJs, producers, sound artists, or arts and music-scene advocates with an active creative practice or meaningful role in the local music community. Common among recent guests: Fronting or founding an independent band; Hosting a local music radio program; Launching an artist-development or music-advocacy initiative. Recent guests include Hannah RB, Casey Hanner, and May Wilcher.

How hard is it to get booked on WESA Reports: Taking the Mic?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does WESA Reports: Taking the Mic cover?

Recent episodes cover Pittsburgh, Women, Musicians, Music Industry, and Independent Music. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.