EPISODE · Jan 13, 2026 · 32 MIN
How to Make Friends in Pittsburgh
from City Cast Pittsburgh · host City Cast
Made a resolution to go to more events and make new friends? Pittsburgh can be a tricky place to find a friend group, especially when you're a transplant. So many people have stuck with their crew since elementary school, but there's also a growing number of clubs and social organizations to help you find your people. Haley Ingersoll of Pittsburgh Social Health, Dan Lampmann of Yinz Run Club, and local author Ryan Rydzewski join us to share their best tips for building community in the Burgh. Read Ryan's story on making local friends in Pittsburgh Magazine, and hear more from Dan in our guide to running in Pittsburgh. **This episode originally aired on June 6, 2025. If you enjoyed today's interview with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture, Russell Redding, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 13th episode: AIDS Free Pittsburgh PA Preferred P3R Special Olympics Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.
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Made a resolution to go to more events and make new friends? Pittsburgh can be a tricky place to find a friend group, especially when you're a transplant. So many people have stuck with their crew since elementary school, but there's also a growing number of clubs and social organizations to help you find your people. Haley Ingersoll of Pittsburgh Social Health, Dan Lampmann of Yinz Run Club, and local author Ryan Rydzewski join us to share their best tips for building community in the Burgh. Read Ryan's story on making local friends in Pittsburgh Magazine, and hear more from Dan in our guide to running in Pittsburgh. **This episode originally aired on June 6, 2025. If you enjoyed today's interview with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture, Russell Redding, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 13th episode: AIDS Free Pittsburgh PA Preferred P3R Special Olympics Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We’re on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.
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