PittsburgHER

Five incredible Pittsburgh women that have real and raw conversations about women-related topics. Join Sarah Aziz, DJ Femi, Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, Kristy Graver and Rachael Rennebeck on this bi-weekly podcast from Pittsburgh Magazine & YaJagoff Media.

Ep. 18: The Ban or Balance Episode 12/16/2025

Ep. 18: The Ban or Balance Episode WHO got suspended from school for recording a fight and posting it to YouTube? The women discuss whether students should be allowed to use their cell phones in school. Consensus shows that it should be allowed; they just need to understand the proper times to be on them. The ladies also share their most iconic catchphrases, from a simple “friends” to the lyrics of Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror.” /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/39206915

Episode 17: The Foodie Fiends Episode 12/02/2025

Episode 17: The Foodie Fiends Episode Joined by Shaquala Swinton-Betts, founder of PAIR Charcuterie and recipient of the Pittsburgh Magazine Women in Business Award, the ladies discuss her journey in the food industry. From working at McDonald’s to exploring the food scene in Portugal, and now owning and operating a charcuterie, cheese, and coffee business, Shaquala has done it all. The women also talk Pittsburgh celebrity crushes— including the entire Pirates batting order. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/39206905

PittsburgHer Episode 16: Pardon the Interruption 11/18/2025

PittsburgHer Episode 16: Pardon the Interruption The video is interrupted, but the conversation continues about education being free. But first, the ladies discuss holiday etiquette when it comes to table talk involving politics or other divided and potentially contentious topics. Kristy says wear a Planes, Trains and Automobiles tee to lighten the mood. As for the education talk, AI, the trades and levels of education are all discussed. It's a good listen friends! /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/39072350

Ep. 15: The Life Advice Episode 11/04/2025

Ep. 15: The Life Advice Episode Bria (aka DJ Femi) makes her long-awaited return! The ladies talk post-birth feelings and the best places to get childcare advice. Should women confide in the internet for baby guidance? The women also discuss the unpredictability of the grieving process and how it can still be present, even if the person lost is still alive. Plus, Dr. Jocelyn sheds light on the topic of menopause and what women should actually expect. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/38911405

Episode 14: The Fashion Icons Episode with the Amazing Cat Burton 10/21/2025

Episode 14: The Fashion Icons Episode with the Amazing Cat Burton Whose fashion icon is a 15-year-old boy at a horror convention? Cat Burton, founder and creative director of Create Art Together, joins the ladies to talk about her Cadence Collection fashion show, hosted at the newly renovated Pittsburgh airport, that followed the narrative of the creative process. The women also discuss the apps they could not live without and those who have inspired their fashion, from Princess Diana to Solange Knowles. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/38537680

Ep. 13: Dating in 2025 10/07/2025

Ep. 13: Dating in 2025 What's dating in 2025 like? Rachael and Sarah don't know but we do get some really good insight from Jocelyn and Kristy. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/38502175

Ep. 12 Title: The Steel City Nostalgia Episode 09/23/2025

Ep. 12 Title: The Steel City Nostalgia Episode Joined by special guests Kelly Sanders and Monica Grunick, founders of the Love, Pittsburgh gift shop, the ladies dive into childhood dream jobs ranging from opening a publishing company in the Caribbean to becoming a Playboy Bunny. They also reminisce on their favorite childhood foods and ponder the burning question: Did Kristy’s mom REALLY date a Mancini? /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/38034590

EP. 11: Nicknames for Lady Parts & Hats for all Occassions 09/09/2025

EP. 11: Nicknames for Lady Parts & Hats for all Occassions /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/37932965

EP. 10: The Bodies in Balance Episode 08/26/2025

EP. 10: The Bodies in Balance Episode The ladies have officially launched the podcast, and emotions are high! Stories are swapped between the women about unexpected brushes with celebrities when eye contact was made, but composure was not contained. Dr. Jocelyn brings to light the underexplored topic of women’s pelvic floor health and knowing where to find help when it is needed. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/37932880

EP. 9: The extension of Etiquette Episode 08/12/2025

EP. 9: The extension of Etiquette Episode The ladies continue the conversation of baby talk in honor of DJ Femi's recent shower. After prideful banter regarding the authenticity of Pittsburgh's PRIDE event, the ladies get the medical lowdown of pregnancy expectations from Dr. Jocelyn and for goodness' sake have a birth plan! Behind the scenes fun fact: Sarah got her wish for fresh flowers but they were too high and the ladies couldn't see each other to talk so they were off camera. Rachael promised to get fresh for the next time...at a reasonable height. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/37049505

Ep. 8 Title: Tickled Pink Episode 07/29/2025

Ep. 8 Title: Tickled Pink Episode Surprise DJ Femi! The ladies celebrate her newest milestone of finding out that she is having a baby girl. No better time to discuss shower etiquette and how much the shower as an event has changed from attendees to activities. The ladies are all in on NOT TOUCHING THE PREGNANY BELLY! Behind the scenes fun fact: Bria did not receive show notes and was truly surprised by her mini celebration. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/37049185

Ep. 7: HER First Women & Business Guest: Kiki Brown 07/15/2025

Ep. 7: HER First Women & Business Guest: Kiki Brown Podcast listens are unveiled and we learn that Sarah has a definite type, and snarky is part of it. Women-themed and self help would be the general concensus. Kiki dives into the Magnolia bowl and chooses the topic Is Pittsburgh Welcoming to all? An extra 10 minutes and a hard NO helps start the conversation. Plus, how do tourists perceive Pittsburgh vs. what it actually is. Behind the scenes fun fact: The ladies had a hunch that this podcast panel was finally doing the work they thought would make a difference, this was the Aha moment. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36707450

Ep. 6: The Real Therapist is a Must 07/01/2025

Ep. 6: The Real Therapist is a Must Almost 100 neighborhoods in Pittsburgh and each of the ladies decide a fave beyond the ones they reside, and Bottlerockets home emerged as a fave while Kristy touts that beer helps the decision. While the question was the importance of mental health maintenance for women, the women discuss the importance of all people to have a therapist regularly for navigation. Behind the scenes fun fact: The ladies met Blanche Devereaux, Producer Monica's newest pup and maybe the HER mascot? /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36704000

PittsburgHER: Ep.5: Ask the Questions AND Do your Homework! 06/17/2025

PittsburgHER: Ep.5: Ask the Questions AND Do your Homework! Ep.5: The Office and The Golden Girls are among HER faves when it comes to TV sitcoms or series, and no surprise that Dr. Fitzgerald is a fan of the Pitt. The women discuss how can a white woman be an ally to people of color and in what ways, and the underlying consensus is to start by asking questions, but educate yourself before just "doing." Behind the scenes fun fact: The question was placed into the bowl minutes before the cameras rolled, and the conversation was one of the most new and raw the ladies had. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36623965

PittsburgHER: A Panel of Personalities 06/03/2025

PittsburgHER: A Panel of Personalities Ep 4: When it comes to what you will find in the panelist's refrigerators, expect some yinzer staples like pickles, Heinz 57 Ketchup, and IC Light Mango along with some others. Dr. Fitzgerald starts the conversation about personality flaws, if there are such things, and reveals her amazing nick name in elementary school. Behind the scenes fun fact: Rachael and Jocelyn DID NOT plan on wearing the same color but lavender is often associated with qualities like calmness, purity, and tranquility. Just like them. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36541235

PittsburgHER: Ep 3 - Meet Magnolia 05/20/2025

PittsburgHER: Ep 3 - Meet Magnolia The ladies explore the Clemente/advertising Opening Day snafu and dive into the newly themed bowl of topics to discuss the societal expectations of women. The wise doc dives into situations that stem from societal divide with men and women in the workplace. Behind the scenes fun fact: This was the first episode that the set changed to have us face each other and interact even more candidly with each other. /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36541195

PittsburgHER: Familiar with Used Ta Be's? 05/13/2025

PittsburgHER: Familiar with Used Ta Be's? The ladies reflect on places in Pittsburgh that "used to be" and places we miss like the "O." It will be easy to detect the ages of the panelists based on the locations mentioned. Behind the scenes fun fact: Rachael is the reason no one can wear green on the set since the jacket blended into the table cloth...the things you learn as you go! /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36541155

PittsburgHER: The Panel Assembles 05/12/2025

PittsburgHER: The Panel Assembles Five incredible Pittsburgh women that have real and raw conversations about women-related topics. Join Sarah Aziz, DJ Femi, Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, Kristy Graver and Rachael Rennebeck on this bi-weekly podcast from & The five ladies meet for the first time in person and weigh in on the need to have a regular panel discussion for women by women in Western Pennsylvania. Behind the scenes fun fact: PittsburgHER was named hours before the first episode! /episode/index/show/41cc3576-0ac3-48ac-887f-031c4917b95a/id/36219500

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