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Offbeat | My Favorite Murder: Your Perfect Halloween Podcast

By Jillian Rowan, Staff Writer • October 15, 2023

In this week’s installment of Offbeat, staff writer Jillian Rowan tells readers about Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff’s podcast, My Favorite Murder.

Student-run podcast ‘Pitt in Hollywood’ showcases success stories from Pitt alumni

By Jacob Mraz, Staff Writer • November 3, 2022

2002 Pitt graduate John Paul Horstmann talks about his arrival in LA, founding University of Pittsburgh Television and the importance of networking in the first episode of Ben Asciutto’s podcast, “Pitt in Hollywood.”

The Fresh Perspective Podcast | Dating in College

By Julia Smeltzer and Anna Ehlers • February 16, 2022

In this episode, staff writer Julia Smeltzer talks about dating culture in college.

WPTS Radio wins national student podcast award

By Charlie Taylor, Culture Editor • November 13, 2020

Pitt’s student-run radio station announced Tuesday that it received the Best Podcast award in College Broadcasters, Inc.’s National Student Production Awards.

Russian studies podcast explores our attraction to the “enemy”

By Ananya Pathapadu, Staff Writer • October 14, 2020

Sean Guillory said he started his podcast because he wanted to take the knowledge in academia about Russia and present it to the general public.

Staff picks: These podcasts will help you escape your pod

By The Pitt News Staff • August 21, 2020

If you close your eyes and concentrate on the sound of other people talking about musicals, love or the supernatural, it almost feels like making new friends.

Staff Picks: Podcast Recommendations

By The Pitt News Staff • July 9, 2019

Podcasts have gained popularity recently, with many gaining widespread critical acclaim, such as the true crime podcast “Serial,” or even being adapted into television shows, like “Homecoming,” starring Julia Roberts.

Podcasts and prose: TPN’s entertainment picks for the summer

By TPN Staff • July 19, 2017

When we’re not busy writing, some of us at The Pitt News try to find time to read a book or listen to a podcast. Here are suggestions to kick back with and enjoy before classes resume in a few short...