Kidsburgh Podcast

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve and a conversation with Ray Abel on the development of software tools helping those with disabilities. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh describe what would make life easier for them.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of The Seesaw Center and a conversation with Ryan Rydzewski, co-author of "When You Wonder, You're Learning" about learning science and the role of wonder in everyday learning. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh give advice to parents and caregivers on helping them prepare for school.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Contemporary Craft and a conversation with Bill Strickland, founder of Manchester Craftsmen's Guild on how to cure the human spirit. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh describe the importance of having arts programs in school.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Boyce Park and a conversation with Lauryn Williams, Olympic medalist and financial wellness coach. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh who are involved in afterschool sports and other activities talk about what parents and caregivers can do to help them most.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Ohiopyle State Park and a conversation with Chris Loggins, supervising producer for Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood on the television show's visits around Pittsburgh. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh talk about the pros and cons of using digital tools for research and work at school.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Allegheny RiverTrail Park in Aspinwall and a conversation with astronaut Mike Fincke on his pursuit of getting to space. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh talk about the jobs they'd be interested in shadowing.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of the resources libraries provide and a conversation with magician Mr. Messado on supporting the dreams kids have. Also, teens from around the city offer thoughts on phone rules that they would establish.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, and a conversation with Pittsburgh Steeler, Cam Heyward, on his work giving back to Pittsburgh. Also, teens from around the city offer thoughts on video sharing platforms like Youtube and TikTok.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of a farm animal sanctuary, Hope Haven, and a conversation with Beverly's founder and executive director, Megs Yunn. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh offer thoughts on tracking apps that parents and caregivers have for their kids.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of the community arts and tech space, Assemble, and a conversation with rocket scientist and CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA (2016-2020), Sylvia Acevedo. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh offer thoughts on what makes for a good role model and who their role models are.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen for an exploration of the story behind indoor obstacle course, Dragon's Den and a conversation with former Pittsburgh Pirates player, Travis Snider, on youth athletics. Also, teens from around Pittsburgh offer ways that parents and caregivers can have better conversations with them.

Join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Melissa Rayworth, and Kristine Sorensen next week for the podcast offering insight on the places, people and ideas that are making Pittsburgh one of the most kid-friendly places.