Yinz Are Good

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/ https://www.joshandgab.com/ 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

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 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 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

Tressa serves as a tour guide, if you will, through her "Day at DICK's" for the Opening of DICK's House of Sport Pittsburgh. Since 2014, via their Sports Matter Program, DICK's has dontated $100 million to Youth Sports. In celebration of its 10-year anniversary, the Program is giving $2 million in Anniversary Grants, funded by DSG, to empower even more young athletes to pursue their passions. 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: https://www.sportsmatter.org/ DICK's House of Sport Pittsburgh: https://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: https://www.pittsburghhardball.org/ Steel City Squash: https://steelcitysquash.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

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

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. Harmony Dog Rescue 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 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

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.: Join Mission Madness The Bradley Center Babb, Inc. 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

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/ 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

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 https://www.auberle.org/ https://cityofasylum.org/ https://www.elcorolatino.com/ 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

"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

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

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/ 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

Tressa has the pleasure of sitting down with Greg Austin, the fabulous and inspiring chef and Director of Distribution Initiatives for 412 Food Rescue. They chat about 412 Food Rescue's Good Food Project, Grocery Bagging Program, other initiatives, and volunteer opportunities. Greg was also named one of Pittsburgh Magazine's 40 Under 40 in 2023. 412 Food Rescue: https://412foodrescue.org/ https://412foodrescue.org/programs/good-food-project/ "Prevent perfectly good food from going to waste." 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

Tressa has a wonderful chat with Cassie Trumbetta, Taian Buggs and Rachel Walton - the (very rare) all-female pastry team at DiAnoia's Eatery - about how they keep each other going, lift each other up, and bring positivity to their work amidst the chaos of the kitchen. They also talk about how DiAnoia's gives back to their community. 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: https://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: https://www.thrivepittsburgh.org/lists *Pittsburgh Marathon Run For A Reason Charity Program: https://bit.ly/3S2itvN *BBC Science Focus: https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/science-of-kindness 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

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

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

LIVE from the Trust Arts Education Center in the heart of The Cultural District! Part 2 of our 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: https://cafemomentum.org/pittsburgh/ Instagram: @cafemomentum.pgh Facebook: @Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh Jasmine M. Cho: https://jasminemcho.com/ and https://yummyholic.com/ Instagram: @jasminemcho @helloyummyholic Facebook: @Yummyholic Rick Sebak: https://wqed.org/ricksebak Instagram: @ricksebak 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

LIVE from the Trust Arts Education Center in the heart of The Cultural District! 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: https://cafemomentum.org/pittsburgh/ Instagram: @cafemomentum.pgh Facebook: @Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh Jasmine M. Cho: https://jasminemcho.com/ and https://yummyholic.com/ Instagram: @jasminemcho @helloyummyholic Facebook: @Yummyholic Rick Sebak: https://wqed.org/ricksebak Instagram: @ricksebak 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

This episode is close to Tressa's heart (pun intended)... 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: https://www.wtae.com/article/butler-county-woman-revived-cardiac-arrest-aed/42832185 Greg Woodman's Story: https://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 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yinz-are-good-live-christmas-podcast-tickets-756249952967?aff=oddtdtcreator 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

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 To request a KINDNESS CRATE drop off at your business or school, email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com

Tressa talks with Monica Orluk, CEO/Executive Director of Operation Troop Appreciation, the amazing all-volunteer org that supports not only our soldiers currently serving, but our veterans returning home who are struggling financially, physically and mentally. Just wait til you hear about all they're doing and how they've helped more than 200,000 troops and veterans to date. Operation Troop Appreciation: https://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: https://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! 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