Yinz Are Good
By Tressa Glover
Yinz Are Good shares all of the good stuff that’s going on out there and celebrates the good people who are making it happen. Based in Pittsburgh, PA, Host Tressa Glover chats with folks who are helping those in their communities, shares listeners’ emails of gratitude and acts of kindness, and encourages us all to find new ways to connect with one another.
*Yinz = Pittsburgh‘s version of Y’all.
Artwork by Mike Rubino
Yinz Are GoodFeb 12, 2022
Ep. 127 Yinzer Dogs' Larry Richert & Jim Krenn and In Case Yinz Missed It
Get ready for one fun episode...
Tressa has the delight of sitting down for a chat - and a lot of laughter - with Pittsburgh legends Larry Richert and Jim Krenn. They talk community, role models, doing good, yinzers, movies, Bruno Sammartino and more...
Larry and Jim, along with Dan Marino (yes, that Dan Marino), Doug Mariani, and Dick Roberts, are the owners of a new food truck in the 'burgh: Yinzer Dogs. But they're not just serving up hot dogs--they've got some amazing sammiches, bit-sized pierogies, and more...AND a portion of all of their proceeds go to local charities.
Larry Richert is the "The Voice of Pittsburgh". He has hosted the KDKA Radio Morning News since 2001, is the voice of NFL Films/Steelers Highlights, the Public Address announcer at Acrisure Stadium for the Steelers, and he's part of the Pitt Panthers Football network broadcast team. Larry has long been an ambassador for the city of Pittsburgh and was winner of the Vector’s Richard Caliguiri Award for that reason.
Jimmy Krenn rose from the ranks of stand-up comedians to become Pittsburgh’s premier comedian and broadcast personality, known for his 24-year run as host of the city’s top-rated morning show on 102.5 WDVE FM and for hosting his very own morning radio show on Q92.9FM.
He has been voted the Top Entertainer in the City by Pittsburgh Magazine 14 times and was nominated by BILLBOARD Magazine as one of the Major Market Personalities of the Year. He makes frequent television appearances, does several standing-room-only concert performances yearly and has performed with the likes of Jay Leno, Howie Mandel, Dennis Miller, and Jerry Seinfeld.
https://www.yinzerdogs.com/
Animal Friends: https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/
Spenser's Voice: https://pittsburghfoundation.org/spenser-fund
Phase 4 Learning: https://www.phase4learningcenter.org/
ICYMI: https://people.com/usps-carrier-drives-379-miles-on-own-dime-deliver-lost-world-war-ii-letters-8641868
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 126 Listen Lucy's Camp Lucy speakers: Jordan Corcoran, Ta'lor L. Pinkston AKA The Heart Advocate, & Gab Bonesso
First, Tressa talks about her fabulous weekend meeting yinz at two local events: Yinzerfest and the August Wilson Birthday Celebration Block Party.
And then, Tressa sits down with three remarkable mental health advocates: Jordan Corcoran, Ta'lor L. Pinkston, and Gab Bonesso. These are three of Tressa's favorite people on the planet and some words that have come to her mind regarding this conversation are joy, gratitude, hope, laughter, and love. They have all been guests on the show before, and are now all going to be part of Camp Lucy, a mental health conference for kids being hosted by Jordan and Listen, Lucy.
Camp Lucy: A Mental Health Conference for Middle School Students
https://www.listenlucy.org/camplucy
Welcome to Camp Lucy, a one-of-a-kind event designed to help middle school students navigate the ups and downs of mental health. Join us on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 at Camp Guyasuta for a day filled with insightful workshops, engaging activities, and meaningful discussions.
Our goal is to provide a safe space for students to learn about mental wellness, build resilience, and connect with peers facing similar challenges.
Jordan Corcoran - Listen, Lucy: https://www.listenlucy.org/
Ta'lor L. Pinkston, The Heart Advocate: https://theheartadvocate.com/
Gab Bonesso: https://ridethewavewithgab.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 125 Troy & Theodora Polamalu and The Resilience Bowl, and NTN: The Hill District or Braddock?
Tressa has the honor and absolute delight to sit down and chat with the generous, community-minded, and kind-hearted husband and wife duo, Troy and Theodora Polamalu. Steelers fans and yinzers around the world will be well-acquainted with Troy's work as a Strong Safety for our Steelers' defense for 12 years, earning 2 Super Bowls and a spot in the Hall of Fame. Troy and Theodora are philanthropists who deeply care about those in need and are here to talk about community, giving back, and The Resilience Bowl, which will benefit the Neighborhood Resilience Project. Trust us, you don't want to miss this episode!
The Resilience Bowl is coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 21st, 2024! Together we can make an impact and support the work of the Neighborhood Resilience Project.
The Resilience Bowl is brought to you by the Neighborhood Resilience Project and Troy and Theodora Polamalu with generous support from Citrone 33 and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The mission of the Neighborhood Resilience Project is to create resilient healing and healthy communities. One block at a time.
The Resilience Bowl
Hosted by Troy & Theodora Polamalu
May 21, 2024 | Acrisure Stadium
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Celebrity Flag Football Game | Kickoff @ 7:00 p.m.
The Troy and Theodora Polamalu Foundation
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
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Ep. 124 DICK's House of Sport, Kris Letang, Pittsburgh Hardball Academy, Steel City Squash & ICYMI
Tressa talks with several people, including yinzers who waited in line overnight for the doors to open, Nelson Cooper and Brian Jacobson from Pittsburgh Hardball Academy, Amanda Sullivan (Program Director) from Steel City Squash, Javier Perez (Executive Director) from House of Sport Pittsburgh, and Pittsburgh Penguins' Defenseman Kris Letang.
DICK's Sporting Goods Foundation | Sports Matter Program: www.sportsmatter.org/
DICK's House of Sport Pittsburgh: www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/marketing/houseofsport
Pittsburgh Sports Matter 2024 Grant Recipients:
412 Elite
Bethlehem Center School
Duquesne City School District
Girls on the Run of UPMC Magee
McKeesport Area School District
Monroeville In-House Soccer
Pittsburgh Hardball Academy
Pittsburgh Youth National Boxing Team
Rise Again
Steel City Squash
Pittsburgh Hardball Academy: www.pittsburghhardball.org/
Steel City Squash: steelcitysquash.org/
www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 123 World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh and NTN: Beechview or Wilkinsburg?
Tressa has a fabulous and insightful chat with Betty Cruz, the Executive Director of The World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh. The Council is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit org dedicated to promoting a deeper understanding of key international issues that affect the Pittsburgh community and the world. In addition to talking about the Council and its first-of-its-kind Global Citizens Fellowship, Betty also shares how her life experience deepens her connection with her work.
World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh: https://worldpittsburgh.org/
Apply to the The Global Citizens Fellowship here: https://worldpittsburgh.org/global-citizens-fellowship/
https://www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 122 Harmony Dog Rescue and In Case Yinz Missed It: "Fill Your Freezer" Parties
Harmony Dog Rescue is the only dog rescue organization in Pennsylvania that provides safe homes for dogs whose owners are experiencing homelessness, domestic violence or medical emergencies. Their goal is to ultimately reunite these dogs with their owners.
Tressa has the true pleasure of sitting down with Harmony Dog Rescue Founder, Timothy Lydon, to talk about this incredible organization and how it is changing lives - both human and canine.
If you need a temporary safe home for your dog please call or text us: 412-565-9789 or fill out an intake form at our website.
In Case Yinz Missed It:
https://people.com/georgia-mom-throws-fill-your-freezer-parties-exclusive-8603325
By Angela Andaloro
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
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Ep. 121 Babb, Inc.'s Mission Madness, The Bradley Center, "What's Good About Today?", & NTN: North Side or Robinson?
You've probably heard of March Madness, but how about "Mission Madness"? Tune in to hear how Babb, Inc. is getting creative about how to donate money to local nonprofits. You'll also hear all about the incredible Bradley Center, as Tressa sits down for an inspiring and delightful chat with Russell Livingston, President of Babb, Inc., Lisa R. Fox, CEO of The Bradley Center and Minna Digon, Development & Marketing Coordinator at The Bradley Center.
Links to Mission Madness, The Bradley Center, and Babb, Inc.:
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Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 120 An All-Female Panel of Physicians, A Med Student, and the ACMS' Executive Director Discuss Women's Health & The (new) Women in Healthcare Committee
Tressa sits down with a panel of phenomenal women to discuss women's health - specifically heart health - and the ACMS' newly-formed Women in Healthcare Committee. They chat about all of that and so much more, including work/life balance, the challenges facing female physicians, and the importance of support and mentorship (and they laugh a whole lot too). This is a valuable conversation for women of all ages - and for men too!
Dr. Alexandra Johnston, DO | ACMS Member
Dr. Kirsten Lin, MD - Family Medicine | ACMS Board Member
Marissa Tremoglie-Barkowski - Med Student | ACMS Member
Sara Hussey - Executive Director, Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS)
Resources:
*ACC CardioSMART: https://www.cardiosmart.org/
*AHA –“Healthy Living” Section: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living
*American College of Lifestyle Medicine – Patient Resources: https://lifestylemedicine.org/project/patient-resources/
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Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 119 Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh and In Case Yinz Missed it: Child Cured of "Incurable" Cancer
Critically acclaimed as one of the finest choruses in the country, MCP is the “voice of the greater Pittsburgh region”. Unlike other professional arts organizations, MCP is comprised of mostly amateur singers with professional-caliber talent, whose day jobs vary from postal clerk to physician to casino card dealer. MCP singers give generously of their talent, passion, and commitment to share the magic of live music with the widest possible audience. Tressa discusses all of this and SO much more - including how MCP is partnering with local nonprofits - in a delightful and insightful chat with MCP's new Music Director, Daniel Singer.
Also, our ICYMI good news headline: World First: 13-Year-Old Child Cured of "Incurable" Brain Cancer
https://www.themendelssohn.org/
Coming Home | March 9 & 10, 2024
Saturday, March 9, 2024 | 7:00pm | Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair
Sunday, March 10, 2024 | 3:00pm | East Liberty Presbyterian Church, East Liberty
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Ep. 118 Literacy Pittsburgh's Latest Pilot Program, Listener Shoutouts, & In Case Yinz Missed It: The Bike Bus
"Better lives through learning" is Literacy Pittsburgh's mission. Literacy Pittsburgh offers free educational programs for adults and families in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. In 2023, they helped more than 4,000 people in the area improve their reading, writing, math, English language, digital literacy, and workplace skills. Tressa sits down with Lori Como (Chief Program Officer) and Caitlin Griffiths (Director of Child & Family Programs) for a wonderful chat not only about their latest pilot program that utilizes AI to improve reading skills, but about all of the life-changing work they're doing for folks of all ages and backgrounds.
You'll also hear listeners' responses to questions we've posed on social media, and Don joins Tressa for In Case Yinz Missed It: The Bike Bus.
Literacy Pittsburgh: https://www.literacypittsburgh.org/
Questions about programming? Contact Caitlin Griffiths: 412-857-8213
Downtown Center: 412-393-7600
https://www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 117 Young Adult Survivors United (YASU) and NTN: Wexford or Canonsburg?
Tressa sits down with two incredible women from YASU, the nonprofit that helps young adult cancer survivors and caregivers cope and thrive by providing them with emotional, social, and financial support. Stephanie Samolovitch (Founder & Executive Director) and Tara Smith (YASU member) share their stories and so much more in this open, honest, and inspiring conversation.
And Don returns for another round of Name That Neighborhood... YASU: https://yasurvivors.org/ YASU Upcoming Events: https://yasurvivors.org/yasu-events/ YASU on Instagram: @yasurvivorsu https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGood Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 116 Sharise Nance - The Compassion Expert and ICYMI: An Unexpected Drive Home For the Holidays
Ever wonder who helps the helpers? Well you're about to find out...
Tressa talks with Licensed Social Worker and Compassion Fatigue Expert, Sharise Nance, about how she helps social workers and other helping professionals deal with and prevent Compassion Fatigue and Burnout. Sharise is truly a beacon of understanding, hope, and healing.
Sharise Nance:
https://www.sharisenance.com/
Vitamin C Healing: info@vitaminchealing.com
S.W.A.G. Awards: https://www.theswagawards.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 115 412 Food Rescue, The Slow Checkout Lane, and NTN: Millvale or Point Breeze?
412 Food Rescue:
412foodrescue.org/
412foodrescue.org/programs/good-food-project/
"Prevent perfectly good food from going to waste."
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Instagram: @yinzaregood
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Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
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Ep. 114 The All-Female Pastry Team at Dianoia's Eatery, An update from THRIVE Pittsburgh, and In Case Yinz Missed It
And In Case Yinz Missed It, Tressa and Don talk about the science of kindness and why being kind makes you feel good.
DiAnoia's Eatery: dianoiaseatery.com/
Named one of Yelp’s top 100 places in the US to eat in 2021, voted 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 Best Italian Restaurant in Pittsburgh by PGH City Paper, 2018 Best Restaurant in Pittsburgh by The Manual, one of 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2023 best restaurants in Pittsburgh by Pittsburgh Magazine, and Pittsburgh Quarterly Restaurant Review Board Top 20 in 2020.
*THRIVE Pittsburgh New Arrivals Wish Lists: www.thrivepittsburgh.org/lists
*Pittsburgh Marathon Run For A Reason Charity Program:
bit.ly/3S2itvN
*BBC Science Focus: www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/science-of-kindness
www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
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Ep. 113 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, New Listeners, and NTN: Charleroi or Shaler?
January is National Mentoring Month! Tressa sits down for a delightful chat with Maggie Giel-Bovaird, Director of Outreach and Recruitment for BBBS of Greater Pittsburgh. Maggie talks about BBBS' many programs that provide opportunities for adults to make a difference in the lives of children in our communities.
And Don goes another round with Name That Neighborhood...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh https://www.bbbspgh.org/
Have questions about becoming a Big? Email Maggie at mgiel@bbbspgh.org
Instagram: @bbbspgh
Facebook: @Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh
Yinz Are Good: https://www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 112 McKees Rocks 2023 Person of the Year - Sandy Saban, our Kindness Crate, and In Case Yinz Missed It
Happy 2024, yinzers! We are so very grateful for all of you and for the community we've all created together. Here's to another year of kindness, generosity, and community!
Tressa was so happy to sit down with the Gazette 2.0's McKees Rocks 2023 Person of the Year, Sandy Saban. It just so happens Sandy is one of Tressa's Mother-In-Law's closest friends! Sandy is one of the most joyous, generous, and kind people Tressa has known, and after you listen in, you'll know exactly why.
McKees Rocks Historical Society on FB: https://bit.ly/48HDiDt
Allegheny Goatscape: https://www.alleghenygoatscape.org/
https://www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 111 Part 2: December 11th LIVE Christmas Show
Featuring...
*Special guests: Executive Director of Cafe Momentum - Gene Walker, Cookie Activist/Artist/Author/Food Network Champ Jasmine M. Cho, and Pittsburgh legend Rick Sebak.
*A surprise choral performance, Name That Neighborhood, family traditions, and more!
Cafe Momentum: cafemomentum.org/pittsburgh/
Instagram: @cafemomentum.pgh
Facebook: @Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh
Jasmine M. Cho: jasminemcho.com/ and yummyholic.com/
Instagram: @jasminemcho @helloyummyholic
Facebook: @Yummyholic
Rick Sebak: wqed.org/ricksebak
Instagram: @ricksebak
www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 111 Part 1: December 11th LIVE Christmas Show
Featuring...
*Special guests: Executive Director of Cafe Momentum - Gene Walker, Cookie Activist/Artist/Author/Food Network Champ Jasmine M. Cho, and Pittsburgh legend Rick Sebak.
*A surprise choral performance, Name That Neighborhood, family traditions, and more!
Cafe Momentum: cafemomentum.org/pittsburgh/
Instagram: @cafemomentum.pgh
Facebook: @Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh
Jasmine M. Cho: jasminemcho.com/ and yummyholic.com/
Instagram: @jasminemcho @helloyummyholic
Facebook: @Yummyholic
Rick Sebak: wqed.org/ricksebak
Instagram: @ricksebak
www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 110 Bystander CPR: Two Stories of Lifesaving CPR From Strangers & NTN: Kittanning or Connellsville?
In this episode, you'll hear the stories of 2 cardiac arrest survivors who were saved by strangers who performed CPR on them. In both instances, these strangers worked together - as a team - to literally bring these folks back to life. Tressa had the honor and the joy of spending time with the survivors and some of those strangers at the 5K event in Kittanning, “Run For Your Life”.
Vicki Williams' Story:
www.wtae.com/article/butler-county-woman-revived-cardiac-arrest-aed/42832185
Greg Woodman's Story:
www.insideedition.com/65-year-old-who-suffered-a-massive-heart-attack-during-a-half-marathon-saved-by-fellow-runners
Yinz Are Good LIVE Christmas Episode
Monday, Dec. 11th | 7:00pm
Trust Arts Education Center | 805 Liberty Ave. | 15222
www.eventbrite.com/e/yinz-are-good-live-christmas-podcast-tickets-756249952967?aff=oddtdtcreator
www.yinzaregood.com/
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Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
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Ep. 109 Dick Roberts, Rob Rogers, Jim Krenn & the GROWING UP YINZER book; Our Kindness Crate & ICYMI
What better book to talk about on this show than one called Growing Up Yinzer: Memories from Beloved Pittsburghers? Tressa sits down for a fun and fabulous chat with author Dick Roberts, illustrator Rob Rogers, and comedian/actor/Pittsburgh personality Jim Krenn, who is one of the yinzers featured in the book.
About the book: Pittsburgh's undeniable impact on the character and life of those who grew up there has shaped iconic figures of American sports, entertainment and culture. Legends of the gridiron such as Jim Kelly, Tony Dorsett, Dan Marino and Joe Namath forged their football prowess in Western Pennsylvania. Business pioneers including Mark Cuban, Ray Werner and Bill Strickland were ingrained with the value of hard work in the Steel City. Music and movie stars like Jeff Goldblum, George Benson and Billy Gardell found creative inspiration in Pittsburgh that led to new heights. Author Dick Roberts presents profiles, interviews and memories from some of the most famous and adored Pittsburghers.
Yinz Are Good (Live) Christmas Show
Monday, Dec. 11th | 7:00pm
Click HERE for tickets.
Growing Up Yinzer: Memories from Beloved Pittsburghers Available on Amazon
Yinzer Cards: https://yinzercards.com/
Jim Krenn: http://www.jimkrenn.com/
Rob Rogers: https://robrogers.com/ In Case Yinz Missed It - PIT PAWS application: www.flypittsburgh.com Yinz Are Good https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGood Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
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Ep. 108 OPERATION TROOP APPRECIATION and NTN: Oakland or Beechview?
Operation Troop Appreciation: operationtroopappreciation.org/
To select OTA as your Amazon charity: When purchasing from Amazon, simply start your shopping at smile.amazon.com . When you designate Operation Appreciation as your charitable recipient, .05% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases will be donated to OTA outreach.
OTA on Facebook: www.facebook.com/operationtroopappreciation
Yinz Are Good LIVE Christmas Show | Monday, Dec. 11th
Get your TICKETS HERE for our LIVE Christmas show!
Our featured guests are Pittsburgh legend and 10-time regional Emmy award-winner Rick Sebak and
Food Network Champion, Founder of Yummyholic,
artist, author, and cookie activist Jasmine M. Cho.
We'll also have Christmas cookies, cocktails, carolers, and other festivities. We hope you'll join us for all the fun!
www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 107 Gary Germany & His Book: Domestic Violence - The Fight of Your Life, and ICYMI
Ep. 106 SAY IT ONCE RESCUE LEAGUE, Acclamation Brewing, Domestic Violence Awareness Concert, & NTN: Verona or Trafford?
-Say It Once Rescue League:
www.sayitoncerescueleague.com/
Over the past decade, the team at Say it Once Dog Training saw thousands of dogs with behavioral issues that could be resolved with a patience and knowledge. They worked with countless rescue dogs and for many of them, training was their last chance to stay in their homes. And so, the Rescue League was born.
Acclamation Brewing:
www.acclamationbrewing.com/
Free Concert Presented by Do You Believe:
October 28 | 6:00pm
Jesus Dwelling Place
408 Lobinger Avenue, North Braddock, PA 15104
www.doyoubelieve77.com
www.yinzaregood.com/
Instagram: @yinzaregood
Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com
Ep. 105 Notes from our Kindness Crate, LISTEN, LUCY, and In Case Yinz Missed It
Ep. 104 A Musical Satire for a Good Cause, Violins of Hope Greater Pittsburgh, & In Case Yinz Missed It
Yinzers! We are now being listened to in 31 countries on 6 continents! Thank you for continuing to tune in and a great big welcome to those who are listening for the first time!
In this episode, Tressa chats with Sharon Eberson, producer of the 23rd annual Off The Record show, which benefits the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. To learn more about the show and to grab your tickets, visit: https://trustarts.org/production/91949/off-the-record-xxiii-ai-its-a-real-drag
Off the Record XXIII
Thursday, Oct. 12th, 2023
Tressa also talks with Sandy Rosen, Chair of Violins of Hope Greater Pittsburgh, a landmark community project centered on the valuable lessons of diversity, equity, and inclusion. It's a powerful and uplifting conversation about a truly incredible project. Learn more about Violins of Hope here: https://bit.ly/3ZIiSXR
Violins of Hope | Oct. 7 - Nov. 21, 2023
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Ep. 103 Ya Jagoff Media, Splatter Me Crazy, & NTN: McKees Rocks or Zelienople?
This episode is packed with yinzers doing good! First, Tressa has a great chat with the joyful and inspiring Dominique Murray, Founder of the Splatter Me Crazy event, which will raise funds for three local non-profits this Oct. 6th. And then, Tressa sits down with the "OG"s of Pittsburgh blogging and podcasting, John Chamberlin and Rachael Rennebeck of Ya Jagoff Media. Did you know they actually run a whole darn media company? Get ready to hear all about it and about how they highlight the good things that are going on in the 'burgh. Oh! And get ready for an an exciting announcement about how Tressa and Yinz Are Good are collaborating with them... Splatter Me Crazy - Using Art to Help the Commmunity: https://www.splattermecrazy.com/about Ya Jagoff Media: https://www.yajagoff.com/ https://www.yinzaregood.com/ Have a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGood
Ep. 102 Dr. Arvind Venkat, ACMS & Putting the Self Care in Health Care and NTN: McCandless or Moon?
Tressa sits down for a wonderful conversation with Dr. Arvind Venkat, ER physician, Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS) member, and PA House Representative representing District 30. Among many topics, they discuss physician burnout and how those in the medical field can "put the self care in health care".
September is Suicide Awareness Month and September 17th is Physician Suicide Awareness Day. The ACMS is running their "Putting the Self Care in Health Care" campaign again this year. For more information: https://www.acms.org/events-news/self-care-in-health-care/
Dr. Arvind Venkat, ER Physician & PA House Representative: https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/home/member_information/house_bio.cfm?id=1944
*If you, or someone you know, is in Emotional Distress, in a Crisis, or thinking about Suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number at 988.*
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Ep. 101 - Brenda Tate & the SENIOR JAZZ CONNECTION and NTN: The Hill District
Senior Jazz Connection on Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090798046645
www.post-gazette.com/life/goodness/2023/03/07/brenda-tate-mcauley-ministries-sister-susan-welsh-award-pittsburgh-mercy/stories/202303010116?fbclid=IwAR27uejU9AkBmMw0JY1HM29iMEbLJetFgPI5K0w0SOShBRinkCr2iEac204
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Ep. 100! Live from our 100th Episode Party!
Ep. 99 CORA LEE CUPCAKES and ASSEMBLE'S MakerDate
Tressa has a delightful (as always) chat with Nina Barbuto, Executive Director of Assemble, who returns to the show to tell us all about MakerDate, Assemble's fundraiser that's coming up on Sept. 9th. Also, Tressa talks with the inspiring and joyful Courtney Kobelenske, Co-Owner of Cora Lee Cupcakes and Founder of the Alle-Kiski Inclusion Games. Courtney's mission is to ensure that both of these spaces are safe - and fun! - for kids and young people with special needs.
Assemble: https://assemblepgh.org/ | Assemble's MakerDate 2023: https://assemblepgh.org/makerdate/
Link for MakerDate Tickets: https://bit.ly/45A5Q08
Cora Lee Cupcakes - "Cupcakes with a Cause" : https://www.coraleecupcakes.com/menu.html For information about the Inclusion Games, being held on Sept. 2nd, call or email Courtney:
(724) 681-5498 or coraleecupcakes@gmail.com
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Ep. 98 OLLIE THE DO GOOD DOG, PAW & ORDER DOG TRAINING, and NTN: Bulger or Lawrenceville?
Ep. 97 Live From Jeni's at Bakery Square with 412 THRIVE, JOSH & GAB, and JOSH AXELROD - and "Name That Jeni's Ice Cream"
Comin' to yinz live from Jeni's Scoop Shop in Bakery Square where Tressa shares a booth with:
Samantha Moatz, Founder & Executive Director of 412 Thrive (and featured guest in Episode 42), who updates us on the latest with her incredible org
Josh Verbanets and Gab Bonesso of Josh & Gab, who perform award-winning kindness & bullying-awareness programs for kids, teens, & families
Josh Axelrod, award-winning Features writer for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, including their Goodness column
And in place of Name That Neighborhood, the guests play a round of Name That Jeni's Ice Cream.
*This episode streamed live on our Facebook page. Go to @yinzaregood to take a look :)
412 Thrive: https://www.412thrive.org/
Josh & Gab: https://www.joshandgab.com/
Josh Axelrod on Twitter: @jaxelburgh
Show sponsor: Jeni's Ice Cream
https://jenis.com/blogs/scoop-shops/pittsburgh-pa
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Ep. 96 KELSEY LENSMAN of Mission48 & EmpowHER Fitness and NTN: Gibsonia or Beechview?
Tressa has a joyful and inspiring chat with Kelsey Lensman, Founder of EmpowHER Fitness and current pursuer of Mission48, where she will complete 48 fitness competitions in 48 states in 48 days to raise money for ROX (Ruling Our Experiences), a 501c(3) that develops confident girls who control their own relationships, experiences, decisions, and futures. And Don returns for another round of Name That Neighborhood.
For info about Kelsey, EmpowHER Fitness, Mission48 and ROX, please visit:
https://kelseylensman.com/
This episode is sponsored by Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. www.jenis.com Let's make it an Ice Cream Summer. With Jeni's.
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Ep. 95 OFF THE FLOOR PITTSBURGH, What You're Grateful For, and NTN: Swissvale or The North Side?
Tressa took two "field trips" during this past week: One to Off The Floor Pittsburgh, the incredible furniture bank that delivers gently used furniture to families in deepest need, where she had a wonderful and uplifting chat with Executive Director Steve Crary. Then, she made her way to the Swissvale Farmers Market to ask folks, "What are you grateful for today?"
Off The Floor Pittsburgh
www.offthefloorpgh.org
Miss Diane's Homemade Baked Goods
Diansmth521@gmail.com
This episode is sponsored by Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. www.jenis.com Let's make it an Ice Cream Summer. With Jeni's.
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Ep. 94 An Unexpected Act of Kindness as told by Kyle Kirkpatrick and other Good Works and NTN: Wilkinsburg or Brentwood?
Auntie: https://auntie.ai/ Pittsburgh Village Project: https://www.pghvillageproject.org/ Giving Every Day on Instagram: @GivingEveryDay Greater Pittsburgh Arts Project: bit.ly/GreaterPGHArtsProject
This episode is sponsored by Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. www.jenis.com Let's make it an Ice Cream Summer. With Jeni's.
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Ep. 93 PITTSBURGH HARDBALL ACADEMY, What You're Grateful For, and NTN: Shadyside or Brighton Heights?
Also, hear what folks at the Greater Pgh Festival of Books answered when asked, "What are you grateful for today?"
Pittsburgh Hardball Academy: www.pittsburghhardball.org/
Email: contact@pittsburghhardball.org
IG: @pgh_hardball
Twitter: @pgh_hardball
FB: @ Pittsburgh Hardball Academy
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Ep. 92 PITTSBURGH BUILDS BRIDGES' Ebtehal Badawi, NTN, and a new sponsor!
Hear the inspiring and uplifting conversation between Tressa and Ebtehal Badawi, Founder of Pittsburgh Builds Bridges. Ebtehal's mission is to bring people together, to bring about healing, to bring about acceptance...to bridge people together...through this art project. Also, there's a thematic twist to NTN and hear all about our new sponsor!
Follow Ebtehal and Pittsburgh Builds Bridges on IG: @the.ebtehal.badawi
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Ep. 91 SisTers PGH, Locals Supporting the Greater Pgh Community Food Bank, and NTN: Squirrel Hill or Swissvale?
And Tressa chats with and learns a whole lot from powerhouse Ciora Thomas, Founder and Executive Director of the incredible non-profit, SisTers PGH.
SisTers PGH - www.sisterspgh.org
Instagram: @sisTers PGH
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank - pittsburghfoodbank.org/
Instagram: @pghfoodbank
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Ep. 90 CARLYTON'S GIRLS SUPPORTING GIRLS CLUB and NTN: Crafton or Oakmont?
Ep. 89 KARLI SHORT BETTER TOMORROW FOUNDATION, Kindness Crate Notes, and NTN: McKeesport or McKees Rocks?
Karli Short Better Tomorrow Foundation
ksbettertomorrow.org/
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Ep. 88 JAN BEATTY, DANIELLE OBISIE-ORLU, MARSHALL COHEN, & THE GREATER PGH FESTIVAL OF BOOKS and NTN: E. Liberty or Oakland?
The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books
Saturday, May 13, 2023
10am - 5pm
www.pittsburghbookfestival.org/
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Ep. 87 JACKSON KERCHIS of HAPPINESS MEANS BUSINESS, THE THERAPY DOG PROGRAM at ALLEGHENY COUNTY JAIL, & NTN: Lawrenceville or South Side Slopes?
HAPPINESS MEANS BUSINESS
happinessmeansbusiness.com/
For local-to-Pittsburgh Happiness Means Business events:
www.happinessmajor.com/Local
IG: @jacksonkerchis
Info about adult and juvenile education programs at the Allegheny County Jail:
www.alleghenycounty.us/jail/educational-programs.aspx
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Ep. 86 AMANDA FILIPPELLI'S THE REMEMBERING ROOM, KINDNESS CRATE NOTES, AND NTN: SHARPSBURG OR CRAFTON?
www.amandafilippelli.com
Ep. 85 WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT, KINDNESS CRATE NOTES, and NTN: Carnegie or Bloomfield?
Ep. 84 M@C DISCOUNT, EmployHER Update, and NTN: North Versailles or Robinson?
Tressa and Don head to M@C Discount's warehouse to chat with Co-Founder and Pittsburgh native Kellan Campbell about the auction site and their mission of supporting second chances and donating to local charities.
M@C Discount
mac.bid
EmployHER Pittsburgh
Monday, March 27th, 2023 | 10am - 7pm | University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center
To RSVP and to learn more: employherpittsburgh.com
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Ep. 83 ACMS’ & American Bar Association’s LIFE PLANNING EVENT & NTN: The Hill District or Strip District?
Tressa heads to the Allegheny County Medical Society’s headquarters for a great talk with Sara Hussey, Grace Orsatti (American Bar Association) , and Dr. Todd Hertzberg about their upcoming Life Planning Event (and other good-to-know info) on March 31st. And NTN is on location in one of our favorite spots :)
www.acms.org
Life Planning Event
Friday, March 31st, 10am - 2pm
1825 Centre Ave.
Pittsburgh
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Ep. 82 CAFE MOMENTUM and NTN: Garfield or Market Square?
CAFE MOMENTUM
cafemomentum.org/pittsburgh/
IG: @cafemomentum.pgh
Facebook: @Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh
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Ep. 81 BLESSED HOME PROJECT and NTN: Moon Township or Scott Township?
Tressa chats with the incredibly inspiring Founder & CEO of Blessed Home Project, Melissa Laughlin, about how she and her team are spreading love throughout our communities, one house at a time.
www.blessedhomeproject.org
IG: @blessedhomeproject
FB: @Blessed Home Project
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Ep. 80 STEEL CITY ARTS FOUNDATION with STEVE HOFSTETTER & JC COCCOLI
Ep. 79 BULL RIVER TACO CO. and NTN: Monongahela or Whitehall?
www.bullrivertaco.com
THRIVE Pittsburgh
www.thrivepittsburgh.org
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