As autumn takes effect, I can’t help but think that if Vincent van Gogh was here today the Appalachian fall would be the perfect inspiration for a painting. Given we don’t have time machines, I’ll go with the next best thing: visiting a preview of The Original Immersive Van Gogh in Pittsburgh. The crew at the […]
Posted inMusic, Culture
Creatives Drink 11 Parties By the River
As I lay in bed proud of myself for staying in, my cellphone flickers to life, “You got to get here. It’s lit.” I do the math. If I book it on bike, avoid the road blocks, and cross some bridges, I can get to the Creatives Drinks 11 by 11. Creatives Drink over their […]
Posted inNews, Travel
Allegheny Commons Celebrates North Promenade Ribbon Cutting
Pittsburgh’s best kept secret is hidden in plain sight: The Allegheny Commons. The park serves as a backdrop for writers, Pirates, and the Pittsburgh Steelers. The park had fallen on rough times in the mid 2000’s-2010’s. In 2017, a concerted effort to revitalize the park was lead by city officials and the Rooney family. Today […]
Posted inLifestyle and Leisure, Food
10 Best Pittsburgh Food Trucks You Can Find Today
In Pittsburgh, Bridge Crosser is an insult. That is unless you’re a Food Truck. These vagabond chefs behind the roaming kitchens bring herbs and spices from Pittsburgh’s silk road – the blue belt. The transient tastes and smells have become how some of us tell time during quarantine. Wednesdays Kimchi is in the air. Sundays […]
Posted inTechnology, AI, Entrepreneurship
Interview: RoadBotics, an AI Company Helping Repair Roadways
RoadBotics is on the streets collecting big data. The company uses cellphone sensors to map out roadways problems such as potholes. Then using machine learning, they assists governments in prioritizing paving and infrastructure repair. It’s a simple premise, a technical solution, and great execution when I heard about it. So I sat down with Benjamin […]
Posted inGadgets
Plantronics (NACON) RIG 800LX Review – All Day Battery and Comfort
The Nacon (formerly Plantronics) Rig 800LX has gained a second life as of late. Wireless gaming headsets are experiencing shipping delays and stock shortages. However, the Rig800LX launched in 2018, is on store shelves and readily available. This maybe one of the best and most affordable wireless headsets for quarantine. Here’s why: The RIG 800LX […]
Posted inTravel, Business
Doors Open Pittsburgh Gives an Inside Look at Historic Landmarks
Doors Open Pittsburgh continues its tradition of giving tours of buildings that dot the region. They’re inviting guests to be ‘nebby’, a Pittsburghese term for nosey, with a VIP pass explore the iconic insides of towers and mansions. The annual one day event is tomorrow October 3, 2020. At $12 for general admission, it’s a […]
Posted inGadgets, Fitness, Sports, Technology
BoardUp Review: New Tricks for Classic Skateboards
BoardUp may not only be the replacement for Boosted Boards, but also the future of skateboards in general. For three years, Product Designer Bin Lu has been redesigning the classic longboard. From small adjustments to large milestones, BoardUp isn’t afraid to experiment with improving transportation. Here’s a look at the BoardUp Classic, the non-electric model. […]
Posted inFashion, Celebrities
Katie Castles, An Interview with America’s Japan Fashion Queen
Katie Castles is part a growing group of Pittsburghers who are famous internationally and with little local recognition. She’s part of a growing group of niche celebrities like iJustine and Shea Whitney who are being flown around the world and paid to speak, consult, and collaborate. However, if you’re not following their niche, you might […]
Posted inMobile
Nuu X6 Review – An Affordable Android Phone
The Nuu X6 incorporates flagship features while remaining true to it’s function and price. At a glance, the 5.71″ Body fits in one hand, features dual sim cards, a replaceable battery, and has 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage backing a decent camera. It’s GSM Unlocked and currently includes 3 months of Mint Mobile […]