The YaJagoff! Podcast - All about Pittsburgh

Picklesburgh PLUS Edition

We went out of the office one more time and who wouldn't want to because it was Picklesburgh time! But also, what happens after Picklesburgh is done? Its the start of a busy jag season. First Big Dill Guest: Scott Baker owner of Five Generation Bakers [https://jennyleeswirlbread.com/] ... his 150 legacy is spinning into Picklesburgh but there's a lot more coming to the Nook over then NEXT 150 years! Second Big Dill Guest: Nikki and Nicole, owners and unique creators of YinzLidz [https://yinzlidz.com/]. They make their mark on every event with hats, shot glasses, holiday ornaments and always have great stories of "Vendor Life!" Third Big Dill Guest: Jeremy Waldrup, President/CEO of the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership [https://downtownpittsburgh.com/] ... the creators and hosts of Picklesburgh. But, Picklesburgh is just the start of "jag" season as we see it. What's coming after all of the pickles are cleaned up? Our Big Dill Music Guest: Shawn Melvin, lead singer of the celtic band, "The Low Kings [https://www.facebook.com/TheLowKings/]" gives us a little taste of a whiskey song.. because it's not only Picklesburgh, it's the anniversary of the Whiskey Rebellion. The Big Dill 412Dos for this Week: Jack Doughtery of the PDP tells us what's up!

YaJagoff Podcast – Popcorn, Instruments and Fantastic Harmony

Back at the Audacy studios after the big porch tour. Didn't skip a beat. Tons of popcorn flavors, the Farinia Foundation and, some pretty awesome musical harmonies. What was on the blog? Blog 1: Concert Jags [https://www.yajagoff.com/the-warhol-beverage-container-exhibit/] Blog 2: PittsburgHER season 2 [https://www.yajagoff.com/pittsburgher-thoughts-on-thank-you-letters/] Rohrich Honda Question of the Day : Movie theater popcorn: super soggy buttery or no butter at all? HAPPY HOUR: Bill Danley of Yum Events - Gourmet Popcorn Truck [https://www.yumevents.com/] Best popcorn EVER! No brick and mortar, just the truck, amazing merch, and every flavor you can imagine. Frank Farina - Farina Foundation [https://farinafoundation.org/] EVERY child should have the opportunity to fulfill their musical aspirations – The Farina Foundation makes it happen. JUNK DRAWER and Game on the Go It's Rachael vs. The Fantastic Four on MOVIE TRIVIA – all answers involve POPCORN. 412 Dos by Blake Beshero of Alloy 26 [https://www.alloy26.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23712253866&gbraid=0AAAAADmvZZK4GHaQ-9wW8Ibtc1cImxrXz&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjb3SBhDgARIsAMKiWzjIJ3bOZ7Dj0YgIa-QHDuZFPO5NsJ0LQn_XQlJlqoMzOElSRQivZLQaAmnDEALw_wcB] LIVE STUDIO PERFORMANCE: Amy Melissen [https://www.instagram.com/amymmhmm/] and Carrie Knight The Happy Hour Musical Duo slows it down and serenades with their folky but sweet sound.

EPISODE #132 (PORCH TOUR 4)

EPISODE #132 (PORCH TOUR 4) Are we approaching $8,000 raised for Zachary's Mission? Porch episode #4 from Mike's Beer Bar closes out the 2026 Peoples Gas Porch Tour! Seg.1: AMY KNIGHT & KELLEE MULLEN – Amy and Kellee were guest bartenders and, little did we know, Kellee would bring in a few tears including $$'s for Zachary's Mission. Seg. 2: ROB VINCE and COUSIN LISA – Rob talks about the Vince family's appreciation for the last 10 years' worth of porch tour AND Cousin Lisa's bartending skills...i.e .. her ability to keep him "hydrated." Seg. 3: DOUG OSTER [https://www.dougoster.com/] – Where there is beer and plant conversation, there is the ultimate gardener, our friend Doug Oster. BREAKING NEWS: Doug is taking Rachael plant-shopping! Seg. 4 Music: MARK FERRARI [https://markferrarimusic.com/] another one of our favorite musicians lights up the room as we close out the porch tour! See him at PNC Park in August!

EPISODE #130 ZACHARY'S MISSION PORCH TOUR WEEK #2

The 2026 Peoples Gas Porch Tour continues for Zachary's Mission. We're at the ultimate porch... Mike's Beer Bar on the North Side. Meet the Bartenders Contestants: Meet Mike!! Mike Sukitch is the owner of Mikes' and the owner of a huge heart! Guest bartender, Chelsie Bibs, is sooo happy to be attending an event vs. organizing an event. Rob Owen: TV tidbits! Meet MORE Bartender Contestants: Guest bartender Krystal Vangura has hosted previous porch tour winners at Vangura Kitchens and, Anna, jumped in when she heard Mike's was looking for guest bartenders on social media! Special Guest – Ray Petelin: KDKA-TV's [https://www.facebook.com/MeteorologistRayPetelin/] meteorologist is looking for his frequent-porch-tour-guest velvet jacket. He's impressed by Mike's beer list! 412 Dos: Jeremy from Discover the Burgh goes solo this week! Musician: Shelly Duff [https://www.shelleyduff.com/] takes a break from local touring, writing, recording and building a house to hang out with us!

Zachary's Mission - PORCH TOUR '2026 - STOP #1 AT MIKE'S

The 2026 Peoples Gas Porch Tour begins at Mike's Beer Bar on the North Side. It's a bartending competition! Mike's Beer Bar staff... THANK YOU! Meet the Bartenders Contestants: The Merry Widows bring their smiles and fundraising skills to the porch tour! Rob Owen: TV tidbits! Meet MORE Bargender Contestants: Bartenders Jackie Page and Lisa Almo.. Jackie walked the tables while Lisa worked the taps. Special Guest - Lenny McAllister: Author, KDKA Radio host, political analyst and all-around great guy, Lenny McAllister [https://www.lennymcallister.com/] joins the pod for the 1st time! 412 Dos: Jack Dougherty, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership Music: Bobby Thompson Bobby has been on our porch pods, fireplace pods and even axe throwing... he leads off the porch tour. Follow at BTandTheChosenFew.com [https://btandthechosenfew.com/]