Pittsburgh has a front-row seat to some of the biggest tech changes in the country, but it can get difficult to keep track of all the updates. Enter the podcast.
From interviews to deep dives, there’s something for everyone in the Pittsburgh podcast ecosystem.
The popularity of podcasts has soared over the last 10 years, from 6% of adults listening daily in 2015 to 23% in 2025. It’s even beginning to replace doomscrolling, with 39% of weekly podcast listeners saying they choose to listen over scrolling on social media, according to a 2025 MRI Simmons Study.
Local podcasts are bringing the audio trend home and honing in on the city’s tech and business scene. Keep scrolling for a handful of options, listed in alphabetical order.
CEO’s You Should Know
Local tech orgs, media companies, hardware stores and more come to life on Pittsburgh’s edition of CEO’s You Should Know.
The national podcast run by iHeart aims to highlight regional businesses that keep the local economy pushing, according to its website.
The Pittsburgh series features a range of Western Pennsylvania leaders and their career paths in 10 to 30-minute interviews. Host Jonny Hartwell of 94.5 3WS gives a behind-the-scenes look at a variety of regional orgs, from the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium to Autology AI and even La Roche University.
Notable episode: Mike and Lizzy Connors of Leacon Digital tell the endearing story of a husband and wife founder team, alongside a status check on Pittsburgh digital marketing in this November 23 episode.
Pittsburgh Tech Beat
For a low-commitment, quick listen, check out Machinify engineer Austin Orth’s podcast based on his Substack of the same name for a monthly roundup of the city’s biggest tech news.
With episodes under 10 minutes long, Orth’s podcast is short enough to tune into during a lunch break or quick commute, providing updates on the scene for busy technologists.
In addition to news, he also shares opportunities for networking and community-building.
Notable episode: Orth’s May 4 episode highlights Technical.ly’s work concerning an undisclosed LinkedIn alias, alongside other major city tech updates.
TechVibe Radio
From what Croatia has to do with Pittsburgh’s tech evolution to the place of AI in cybersecurity, this podcast’s wide-reaching conversations are accessible to tech and non-tech professionals alike.
With over 200 episodes available on YouTube, hosts Audrey Russo and Jonathan Kersting have been covering the Pittsburgh tech and entrepreneurship community for almost two decades.
The wealth of information available on its page provides resources to get a handle on some of the region’s biggest tech questions and learn more about Pittsburgh’s inventive history.
Notable episode: This May 31 interview with Pittsburgh’s own CUSTOS IQ discusses the importance of AI cybersecurity and the role of LLMs in company decision-making.
The Pittsburgh Startup Pod
For those wanting to start their own venture or looking to get inspired by the stories of founders, Pittsburgh Startup Pod offers an accessible entry point.
Host Charles Mansfield III makes every episode feel like a friendly conversation with his wealth of knowledge about business thanks to his work as a startup ecosystem manager with Innovate PGH.
The relaxed conversation makes this podcast a good fit for those looking to get a tighter grip on the Pittsburgh startup scene without feeling lectured.
Notable episode: In the April 9 episode, Mansfield talks to cofounder Mary Squire about her origins on a Michigan beef farm and how she’s planning on changing emergency medicine.
Thought Liters
It’s not every day you see some of Pittsburgh’s biggest tech and business names sitting down for a casual beer while talking about the future of innovation. Then again, not every podcast is hosted by Adam Conner, founder of content production agency Authentic Avenue.
Thought Liters aims to “disarm and charm” its guests, according to Conner, providing timely information without the typical formality of business content. He’s sat with some of Pittsburgh’s biggest founders and sipped on local stouts while discussing startups, venture capital, technology and more.
Since his first episode in January 2025, Conner has continued to gain popularity and share more information on the future of Pittsburgh entrepreneurship.
Notable episode: Conner’s November 12 talk with Innovation Works CEO Ven Raju shares investment insights and a how-to for creating unicorns in Pittsburgh.