The Positively Pittsburgh Podcast

The Positively Pittsburgh Podcast dives into the heart and soul of the Steel City. We shine a spotlight on the people, events, and rich history that make Pittsburgh… well, Pittsburgh! Each episode features a variety of guests who share their unique experiences, personal stories, and deep connections to the city. From local legends to hidden gems, from historic tales to modern-day happenings, we celebrate the creativity, resilience, and character that define Pittsburgh and its communities.

The Positively Pittsburgh Podcast is a society podcast hosted by Positively Pittsburgh, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Positively Pittsburgh hosts The Positively Pittsburgh Podcast, a society show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  True Crime Edition #4: Martha Grinder: Pittsburgh’s Mysterious Female Serial Killer

  Sep 28, 202620 minS1

  Martha Grinder was one of the very few women in Pittsburgh’s history identified as a serial killer. But who was she, what happened to her victims, and what do we know about the woman behind the crimes? In this short True Crime Edition of the Positively Pittsburgh Podcast, we take a look back at Martha Grinder and the disturbing story behind one of the city’s lesser-known criminal cases.

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  Episode #15

  True Crime Edition #3: Into Thin Air - The Disappearance of Sally White

  Sep 7, 202618 minS1

  In 1987, 28-year-old Sally White disappeared from her Bellevue home in the early morning hours, leaving behind her purse and personal belongings while her two young sons slept inside. Ten days later, her locked car was found abandoned near the McKees Rocks Bridge. In this True Crime Edition of the Positively Pittsburgh Podcast, we take a closer look at Sally White’s disappearance, the circumstances surrounding that mysterious January morning, and the unanswered questions that have remained for nearly four decades. Nearly 40 years later, Sally’s story remains a haunting part of Pittsburgh-area true crime history. We explore what is known about her disappearance, the theories that have persisted, and what may still be left unanswered. This episode is part of our ongoing series exploring unsolved mysteries and true crime stories from the Pittsburgh area. Our goal is to examine these cases, tell the stories of the people involved, and keep their memories from being forgotten. What happened to Sally White? And after all these years, are there still answers waiting to be uncovered?

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  Episode #13

  Free Tech Training That Leads to Careers: Meet Per Scholas, Pittsburgh

  Aug 19, 202633 minS1

  What if you (or someone you love) could get trained for a career in technology without paying for the training ? In this episode of the Positively Pittsburgh Podcast , we take a closer look at Per Scholas Pittsburgh , a nonprofit providing free technology training designed to help people gain the skills they need to compete for real jobs and build careers. We talk about what Per Scholas does, why its results-focused approach is different from traditional education, and the potential impact it could have on Pittsburgh. For people looking for a new career, for employers looking for skilled workers, and for a city looking to create more opportunity, programs like this could be a big deal. Free training. Real skills. Real career opportunities. And potentially a significant impact on Pittsburgh's future.

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  Episode #10

  The Power of Play

  May 11, 202625 minS1

  <p>In the latest episode of The Positively Pittsburgh Podcast, host Tom Pollard sits down with Adam Zahren & Zoe Eadie for an engaging conversation about the power of play, creativity, and why stepping outside our daily routines matters more than ever. Adam shares thoughts on how play influences learning, relationships, mental health, and the way communities connect.</p><p>The discussion moves from childhood memories to the role that play can have in influencing adult life, business and personal growth.  Along the journey, listeners hear stories, laughter and thoughtful insights about balancing responsibility with imagination in today’s fast-moving world.</p><p>This...

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  Episode #9

  From Ice Baths to Nervana Health: Building a Wellness Movement in Pittsburgh

  Mar 30, 202642 minS1

  <p>In this episode of the Positively Pittsburgh Podcast, Tom Pollard talks with Hannah Burns and Tyler Butler, two Pittsburgh-based personal trainers who are helping people rethink fitness, recovery, and overall wellness.</p><p>Both bring strong backgrounds in personal training and performance coaching, and their work has led them into the growing world of cold immersion and ice bath therapy. Tyler was one of the founders of TubClub, a Pittsburgh-based initiative introducing people to ice bath and sauna immersion and has grown into a supportive community for health. Hannah later joined the organization and now plays a leadership role...

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