Pittsburgh History Series

Invented Engineered & Pioneered In Pittsburgh

What connects Ferris Wheels with state of the art nuclear power plants? Why is there a connection between George Westinghouse and 21st century robotics? What’s the common thread that links John Roebling, Jonas Salk, the Mellon Arena and video games? It’s Pittsburgh’s amazing love and respect for innovation, great engineering and unfettered imagination. Watch this. You’ll see.

More Episodes

It's Pittsburgh: I'm Just Bringing It Out

Hosted and produced by Rick Sebak - stories of Lawrenceville and the Hot Metal Diner.

It is a Joy: WQED-FM is 50 Years Old

A celebration of Pittsburgh's All-Classical radio station with historic footage and more!

Holy Pittsburgh!

Rick Sebak takes you on a tour of some of the city’s most memorable houses of worship.

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