Rick Sebak
Rick Sebak Introduces You to Pittsburgh's Circus King
Multi-talented performer Dan Rice may be “the most famous man you've never heard of.”
Rick Sebak Details the Town Named for Eleanor
The First Lady's many area trips endeared her to the region — and one community in particular.
Czechoslovakia was Forged in Pittsburgh
Rick Sebak details how the establishment of the European nation began with a meeting Downtown.
Remembering Bruno Sammartino: “The Italian Superman”
The storied grappler captured the imagination — and the hearts — of generations of Pittsburghers.
Four Soldiers from McKeesport Carried Lincoln at the End
A quartet of local soldiers played a role in Lincoln’s final hours.
Rick Sebak Digs Up Distant Carnegie-Trump Connection
Research into Andrew Carnegie’s marriage reveals an unlikely, albeit tenuous, connection between the Pittsburgh icon and the 45th President.
Jack Kerouac: Manager of the Pittsburgh Plymouths
In a league of his own making, the famous writer cast himself as the skipper of a (fantasy) Pittsburgh ball club.
Billy Strayhorn Wasn't Born Here, but that Doesn't Matter
A look back at the the Pittsburgh journey of jazz great Billy Strayhorn.
Why Pittsburgh Used to Hate Alexander Hamilton
The musical “Hamilton” made its subject a hero again, but Alexander Hamilton wasn’t always beloved in western Pennsylvania.
For You the Red Sky Shone
Exploring the role Pittsburgh played in the life of the quirky songwriter Loudon Wainwright III.
The Time Harry Truman Got Pulled over on the Pa. Turnpike
President Harry S. Truman's trips through Western Pennsylvania.
Historic Men on an Ordinary Roadtrip Through Pittsburgh
Following the trail of the Vagabonds, a quartet of prominent travelers who journeyed to Pittsburgh and beyond.
Did George Romero Ever Think Pittsburgh was Scary?
Paying tribute to the late filmmaker, whose work in Pittsburgh changed cinema.
A Great Novelist Finds Her Voice in Pittsburgh
Lauded writer Willa Cather spent her formative years in the city's east end neighborhoods.
What Were the First Words Written About Pittsburgh?
Searching for the story behind the first written mention of the Pittsburgh area, which purportedly occurred 300 years ago.
Remembering Henry Hillman
Reflecting on the impact of the businessman, civic visionary and philanthropist.
How a President Turned Pittsburgh into a City of Pancakes
Recounting the Pittsburgh visits (and pancake preferences) of the former first family.
David Byrne's Two-Wheeled Exploration of Pittsburgh
Rick Sebak recalls the the local rides of the Talking Heads frontman.
The Origins of Isaly’s: It's Not What You Think
Tracing the story of the chain back to its roots — which, surprisingly, are not in Pittsburgh.
Remembering Dr. King's Visits to Pittsburgh
Rick Sebak documents Dr. Martin Luther King’s trips to Pittsburgh, including the still-resonant words from his final visit.
Like a Boss. Springsteen's Ping-Pong Stop in Pittsburgh
Tales from Springsteen’s visits to the steel city — including a disastrous game of table tennis.
The Favorite Son of Indiana, Pa.
Rick Sebak notes the ongoing connection between beloved actor Jimmy Stewart and his hometown.
