Operation Kyle 2011 | Help Support Our Troops With Craig Wolfley

November 30, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Craig Wolfley; talent network, inc.
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Our client and good friend Craig Wolfley's son, Kyle Wolfley, is currently serving as the Platoon leader of the Punisher Platoon in the Mata Khan region of Afghanistan, and a fundraising event - Operation Kyle - is being held in support of the Troops on Tuesday, December 6th in his name.

Craig Wolfley will serve as Master of Ceremonies at The Harrisville United Methodist Church, where the event will begin at 6:00pm. Even if you cannot make the event, donations are being accepted (and greatly appreciated). Read on for all the information.

Pittsburgh's Jim Krenn Benefit for Wounded Officer Jim Kuzak

November 30, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Jim Krenn; talent network, inc.
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Update:

The Jim Krenn Benefit held November 23rd at Corner Cafe raised $1600 for local wounded officer Jim Kuzak. In a room that held just 65 people, the show sold out in 20 minutes and featured songwriter Brian Price, Magician/Comedian Lee Terbosic and Mike Wysocki as emcee.

The event was a unique one, with it being 90 minutes of comedic stories and marking the beginning of developing a one-man play.

Stay tuned for more.

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November 16, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Jim Krenn; talent network, inc.
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WDVE's Jim Krenn's Benefit on November 23rd at Corner Café in honor of local wounded officer Jim Kuzak (from Clairton, PA), who was paralyzed helping to stop a home invasion, has officially sold out. It will be an intimate, storyteller-type of show, featuring, along with Krenn, Brian Price of WDVE, accompanied by music legend Rick Witkowski. It's good to see such support for a great cause!

Here are the details:

Wednesday, November 23rd
CORNER CAFE | 2500 South 18th Street (South Side Slopes)
Pittsburgh, PA 15203 | 412-488-2995
Doors 7:00pm; Show 8:15pm.
Officer Jim Kuzak Web Site.
Jim Krenn's Web Site.

Check out Jim Krenn Raw.

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Music Comic Mark Eddie | Nando's Comedy Festival Review From A New Fan's Perspective

November 30, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Zero31; talent network, inc.
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When Music Comic Mark Eddie performed in South Africa as part of Nando's Comedy Festival, he won over a number of new fans, including this one, who wrote a glowing review of Mark and the show. Check it out below:

A Review: The Durbs Comedy Fest
By Jil from Zero31.co.za

Mark Eddie kicked off the Nando's Comedy Festival concert with insanely good impersonations of muso's and showed off some seriously good guitar skills. He engaged with the audience from the get go, setting the vibe and pace for the evening. After his set, he introduced us to the next act, Dan Cummins. He was fuh-nee, poking fun at how bizarrely slow Durban moves. It's true, you can't deny it.

Mark Eddie with one of South Africa's most famous and loved comedians Nik Rabinowitz!

Next up was Capetonian Nik Rabinowitz. The one speaks fluent Xhosa, rad! He owned the crowd with his different SA cultural impersonations. Then came a Mr. Michael Loftus. He's one of the writers for the George Lopez show. He's an old hand at this, he was comfortable and did his thing, laughing at his own jokes. Love it when they do that…

Pittsburgh's Primanti Bros. Makes The Manliest Sandwich in America with Jim Krenn and the Travel Channel

November 29, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - China Millman for Pittsburgh Post-Gazette; talent network, inc.
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DVE's Jim Krenn will be featured on the Travel Channel's "Food Paradise" tomorrow night - November 30th - in a segment about Primanti Bros.' recent "Manliest Restaurant in America" win. Awarded the title by Men's Health Magazine, and beating out 8 other regional finalists for it, "Food Paradise" is featuring the contest, along with Jim, who will appear alongside long-time Primanti employee Antoinette. (Jim also recently devoted a Jim Krenn Raw episode to the Primanti sandwich - Episode 21: Fries, Slaw and Sean)

Check out Travel Channel's "Food Paradise" on November 30th at 10:00pm and also pick up the December issue of Men's Health Magazine, on newsstands now, for more on the Primanti Bros. being the "Manliest Restaurant in America."

Read more: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Macho, macho sandwich: Primanti Bros. named 'manliest' in U.S.

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Textbook Hitting Is Torpedoing Careers | ESPN Sports Blog Post

November 28, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Written By - Frank Murgia
Source Credits - 970am ESPN Pittsburgh Sports Bloggers
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This week's Sports Blog post from talent network's Frank murgia, is now available to read on the "970am ESPN Pittsburgh" web site. Check out Frank's take on the NFL and its bad tackling habits. Read Textbook Hitting Is Torpedoing Careers.

You can Follow Frank Murgia on Twitter @RealFrankMurgia.

Previous ESPN Blog Posts by Frank Murgia:

• Move The Needle Monday | Nov. 21, 2011 
• Football Is Alive At Penn State...for Now. But Does Death Await? 

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Motivational Speaker & Pittsburgh Steelers Insider Craig Wolfley at Weirton Madonna High School

November 28, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Motivational Speaker Craig Wolfley will be speaking at Weirton Madonna High School on Friday, December 2nd. Craig, who is a Radio & TV Personality, Steelers Insider and Broadcaster, is always an intriguing, interesting speaker to watch/listen to and we'd definitely recommend going to see him.

Doors open at 6:00pm, and anyone is welcome, but RSVP deadline for the speaking engagement is Wednesday, November 30th. For more information, call Weirton Madonna High School at (304) 723.0545.

Check out Craig Wolfley's website.

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Read The Stars | Sun in Sagittarius and Huffington Post Horoscopes

November 23, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Read The Stars; HuffPost Women
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Read The Stars delves into the Sun's move into Sagittarius, just in time for Thanksgiving:

"Eat, drink, play, laugh, love, learn - be an adventurer! Watch the video to find out what fun stuff is in store for us as the sun moves into the wild and crazy sign! Then, read for your sign below to see what you'll be learning during the sun's Sagittarius Odyssey."


Here's an example of a horoscope with the Sun in Sagittarius:

'Rich and Almost Famous' | Weekly Mixed Bag by Rich Miller

Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Written by Rich Miller, talent network news staff
Twitter @rmillertime24
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Welcome to the third helping of our new weekly column titled 'Rich and Almost Famous' by new staff writer Rich Miller. His column is a mixed bag of creative opinions on all that is entertainment and sports. You can follow Rich on Facebook and Twitter @RMillerTime24. 

It is Thanksgiving week once again, my all-time favorite week of the calendar year. Not just because of the great food and the family time, but this glorious week somehow seems to take on a bi-polar personality. Thanksgiving Day, of course, is all about friends and family, giving thanks for the great things in life. The other days of this week however:

talent network news presents The Weekender...

November 23, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going's-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for November 23rd to November 27th, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between.

Wednesday, November 23rd

Roy Jones Jr. Presents "Feast of Fists" Boxing in Pittsburgh

Stage AE

7:00pm Doors, First Bell at 8:00pm

Related Story: Roy Jones Jr. Presents "Feast of Fists" Boxing in Pittsburgh 

Velveeta

Champs Sports Bar (Altoona, PA)

Turkey Eve Party!

10:30pm to Close

Radio Tokyo

Piere's (Ft. Wayne, IN)

9:30pm to 2:00am

Billy The Kid

Rivers Casino - Drum Bar

8:00pm to Midnight

No Bad Ju Ju

Meadows Racetrack & Casino - Silks Lounge

8:00pm

Fallen Not Forgotten 3 
Benefit Concert For Family of Officer Kotecki
Featuring Jimbo and the Soupbones, Mahajibee Blues, Smokin Section, Lovebettie, Neon Swing X-Perience, Rainstation Zero, Bishop Clay, Bailey Park, August Ruins, A Lovely Crisis, Skell, Shattered, Krush and Zilch
Altar Bar
5:30pm Doors, 6:00pm Show

Wings Of Azrael

The Smiling Moose

8:30pm Doors, 9:00pm Show

Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas

Through Sunday, November 27th

Benedum Center for the Performing Arts

7:30pm

Sondre Lerche

Club Café

8:00pm

The Swell Season

And Thursday, November 24th

Oaks Theater

9:00pm

"From the Outhouse to the Poorhouse" | by new Staff Writer Ed Palilla.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Written by Ed Palilla, talent network news staff
Twitter @pittsburghace
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'talent network news' would like to welcome Ed Palilla as our third new writer to the staff. We present to you "From the Outhouse to the Poorhouse," Ed's weekly dissection of the Hollywood. You can follow Ed on Facebook and Twitter @pittsburghace.


" I found a copy of Adam Sandler's last movie when I finished in the outhouse" 

While watching a Steeler game a few weeks ago, a commercial came on for yet another atrocious Adam Sandler movie called Jack and Jill. I starting thinking about it and asked myself, “when did Adam Sandler stop being funny?” Before you say, “I liked Funny People” or “He has made a ton of good movies,” allow me to explain.

Crosby’s Return Not All About Offensive

Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Written by Rich Miller, talent network news staff
Twitter @rmillertime24
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From the moment #87 touched the ice Monday night all eyes were on him, even those of the Islanders.  That’s what makes Crosby such a difference maker; other teams have to account for him every shift.  This could not have been any more evident after his first goal.  Initially Crosby was deep in his own end helping behind his own net, but when Deryk Engelland cleared the defensive zone to Pascal Dupuis on the half-boards, Crosby hit speed burst.  The rest is history.

That type of speed from the center position is unusual, unheard of, and unbelievable. It makes defenders have to back up, which means they cannot join odd man rushes, which means less scoring chances for the opposing team.  It makes opposing centers focus on #87, instead of their wingers.  It makes everyone wearing black and gold jobs a little easier as well.  Crosby covers so much space on the ice defensively; it lets the Penguins defenseman have the ability to be more aggressive.  As a defenseman there is no greater solace than knowing your center will be there to help you.

Not only do the Penguin defensemen get a chance to expand on their abilities, but the wingers do as well.  Less time spent back checking as a winger means more time trying to find open areas on the ice in transition. If you find open space, Crosby will find you.  This is where wingers with great speed and skating ability, i.e. Pascal Dupuis, become immediate threats.  Dupuis is one of the few people on the ice that has enough speed to skate with Crosby. Dupuis by himself is an average player at best, but with Crosby opening up space for him and less defensive obligations, Dupuis becomes very dangerous.

Finally, the person who will benefit more than anyone else from Crosby’s return: Marc Andre Fleury.  Fleury faced 29 shots last night from a porous New York team, but not many were quality chances and he was more of spectator whenever Crosby was on the ice.  Already arguably the best net minder in the game, Fleury now has three exceptional two way players covering the center of the ice, with arguably the best overall defense directly in front of him as well.  Crosby’s return already has people talking about scoring races and Hart trophies, but the one award I would definitely be willing to bet on is a Vezina for Fleury.


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Pittsburgh Football Store | Perfect Holiday Gifts For Pittsburgh Sports Fans

November 21, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Pittsburgh Football Store
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Are you a Pittsburgh Sports Fan? Then check out out the cool sports memorabilia available on Pittsburgh Football Store, just in time for holiday gift shopping.

Pittsburgh Football Store: Your Home for all Pittsburgh Sports Memorabilia. 

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Pittsburgh Comedian David Michael's "Secrets From The Greenroom"

November 18, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - David Michael "Secrets From The Greenroom"
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Comedian and talent network artist David Michael's new book - "Secrets From The Greenroom" - features (for the first time ever) a professional comedian's inside techniques for effective public speaking. Comedians are natural public speakers and some of the techniques David reveals are so powerful that comedy purists believe it's cheating. In "Secrets From The Greenroom," David Micheal combines all the techniques comedians use to communicate and translates them to public and corporate speaking. He also shares his experiences and the advice he's received from the top comedians of our generation, including Jay Leno, Drew Carey, Dennis Miller, Howie Mandel, Steve Harvey, Lewis Black and more.

Read The Stars | Mercury Retrograde Just In Time For Thanksgiving

November 18, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Read The Stars
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In this week's Read The Stars featured article, Astrologer Judi Vitale covers Mercury's Retrograde - something we shouldn't overlook, particularly if we're traveling for Thanksgiving this year:

"The real thing won't come until the wee hours of Thanksgiving morning, but you can start now to work around what may become one of the messiest holidays for travel and miscommunication yet. Also - back up your systems and check on your vehicles to make sure they're in working order. You won't want to get caught trying to repair a printer or charge a battery while precious holiday moments are being created!

It's great that we know Mercury Retrograde's coming, isn't it? That, among so many other things, is a great reason to be thankful!"

Read more and watch the video on Read The Stars' Mercury Retrograde - Race It To Grandma's!  

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talent network news presents the Weekender...

November 17, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Bella Vista; talent network, inc.
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going's-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for November 17th to November 20th, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between.

Thursday, November 17th

Little Black Dress Party

Hosted by Pittsburgh 50 Finest

Villa Southside

7:00pm

Related Story: Pittsburgh's 50 Finest Present The Little Black Dress Party | Support Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Anthrax And Testament

With Death Angel

Stage AE

7:00pm Doors

Jim Breuer

Improv Comedy Club Pittsburgh

8:00pm

Dave Alvin & the Guilty Ones

Club Cafe

8:00pm to 11:30pm

Russian Circles

with Deaf Heaven, Instructions and more

Smiling Moose - Upstairs

6:00pm Doors, 6:30pm Show

The Parlor Mob

with The Park View, Tony Cenname, and The Winter Brave

Hard Rock Cafe

8:00pm Doors, 8:30pm Show

Manheim Steamroller 2011 Christmas Tour

Kovalchick Convention & Athletic Complex

7:00pm Doors, 8:00pm Show 

"A Biased Review" by new Staff Writer MeatPark | KFC Double Down

November 17, 2011
Written by MeatPark
Source Credits - @meatpark
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'talent network news' would like to welcome a new writer to our staff: Pittsburgh native, MeatPark, who will be providing some humorous, unique (and maybe biased) insight to our blog. You can follow MeatPark on Twitter @meatpark.

Hello everyone! You're probably wondering "Who is this guy, and what does he know about anything?" Well to answer your question, my name is Meat and I know everything about everything. My goal with these articles is to give you a VERY biased review on things that rule, and things that don't rule.

I figured that I'd start with something I know very well. Probably too well, seeing that my nickname is Meat. I went out this week and tried a KFC Double Down. If you don't know what that is, Google it. Or if you're too lazy for that (which I know you are), here's a picture:

"The new KFC Double Down sandwich is real! This one-of-a-kind sandwich features two thick and juicy boneless white meat chicken filets (Original Recipe® or Grilled), two pieces of bacon, two melted slices of Monterey Jack and pepper jack cheese and Colonel's Sauce. This product is so meaty, there's no room for a bun!" - God

As you can see, it looks pretty tasty. And this thing totally SCREAMS America.

19-Year-Old Pittsburgh Rapper Has #1 Album | Mac Miller's "Blue Slide Park"

November 17, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - 19 Year Old White Jewish Rapper From Pittsburgh Has Number 1 Album
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This week's #1 album belongs to a Pittsburgher - 19-year-old Mac Miller [real name Malcolm McCormick] - with his album Blue Slide Park. Miller records for Rostrum Records, a Pittsburgh indie label owned by Benjy Grinburg [the same label that launched Wiz Khalifa on Atlantic Records].

Mac Miller Playlist

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Miller plays instruments and listens and loves a range of music that includes the Beatles and Sublime: "I'm full of love. I love music." Miller's #1 album, filled with "hip hop with melodies" has already sold about 149,000 copies.

Read more: 19 Year Old White Jewish Rapper From Pittsburgh Has Number 1 Album  

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'Rich and Almost Famous' | Weekly Mixed Bag by Rich Miller

Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Written by Rich Miller, talent network news staff
Twitter @rmillertime24
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Welcome to the second helping of our new weekly column titled 'Rich and Almost Famous' by new staff writer Rich Miller. His column is a mixed bag of creative opinions on all that is entertainment and sports. You can follow Rich on Facebook and Twitter @RMillerTime24.

 'Rich and Almost Famous' by Rich Miller

* It seems as if Justin Bieber has some game with the ladies, so I have found it hard to believe he hooked up with one of the girls from 16 and Pregnant. Have you seen Selena Gomez? Bieber’s attorney Howard Weitzman (Jewish name so has to be good) has confirmed Bieber will be taking a DNA test very soon to clear his name. Assuming Bieber is cleared: Weitzman intends to seal the deal by suing the pants off of the self-proclaimed Bieber baby mama for the bad publicity. Maury?  http://youtu.be/jzX1nxpnKZ4

* Blue Slide Park is now the #1 album in the country. You’re welcome Mac. http://www.theboombox.com/2011/11/10/mac-miller-may-be-first-indie-rapper-to-hit-no-1-in-16-years/

* Unfortunately people cheat, the cheated upon typically will find out, subsequently so does everyone on Facebook. Kat Von D decided a small novel was easier than 19 status updates: https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150394420646162

* I’m not the only one who hates Twilight, so does one of the stars: http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/blogs/procrastinator/5957444/Why-Robert-Pattinson-hates-Twilight 

*I was so close to calling the Houston Texans the best team in the AFC, but then Matt Schaub broke his foot and is now out for the year. At this point, a rematch of Pittsburgh and Green Bay in the Super Bowl is a realistic possibility. Pittsburgh has shown they have the offensive formula to beat New England, plus have a much better defense. Home field advantage could be the key to this match up however. And despite the two wins I feel they are still a better overall team than Baltimore, and would beat the inconsistent Ravens in the playoffs. Cincinnati and the Jets could be threats, but really who else is left from the AFC? Green Bay is practically a given, they are seriously that good, even in a superior NFC.

* Rick Perry, mind freak: http://youtu.be/cmi_p1iLs3g

* Friends don’t let friends be epic fails: http://youtu.be/L-Rpl710oEg. And if you’re friend is missing they’re probably just playing Call of Duty.

* I was stunned to learn Bob Costas would be interviewing Jerry Sandusky on NBC’s Rock Center, apparently so was Costas, learning of the interview only 15 minutes before they spoke. To what purpose Sandusky and his defense team agreed to do this completely defies all conventional logic, yet I digress. Costas masterfully grilled Sandusky repeatedly with remarkably blunt questions. Sandusky admitted to at the very least being an alarmingly creepy old man, yet maintained innocence telling Costas he was not a pedophile. It took him seventeen seconds to say, “I am not sexually attracted to young boys”; in my book that’s sixteen and a half seconds too long.  Eight alleged victims have come forward, with more rumored to have spoken with police. The evidence is mounting against Sandusky.


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Clique Vodka, Don Pantaleon and Holiday Cocktails on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live

November 16, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Clique Vodka
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Tune in this Thursday - November 17th - at 9:00am to KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live and learn how to make trendy, delicious Clique Vodka and Don Pantaleon holiday cocktails! Also, meet DrinkyPal, Clique Vodka's responsible drinking iPhone App. Make sure to set your DVR or watch it LIVE!

Clique Vodka on Facebook. | Clique Vodka on Twitter.

Drink Pantaleon on Facebook. | Drink Pantaleon on Twitter.

KDKA on Facebook. | KDKA on Twitter.

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Dr. Phil Covers Rebecca Zahau Case With Pittsburgh’s Own Dr. Cyril Wecht

November 16, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Daily Mail; talent network, inc.
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Update:

On his Dr. Phil appearance, revered and skilled Pittsburgh-based Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Cyril Wecht, revealed his autopsy findings in the Rebecca Zahau case:

In his autopsy, Dr. Wecht found that Rebecca Zahau had suffered blows to the top of her head, indicated by four separate hemorrhages beneath the scalp. Such an injury, Dr. Wecht said, indicated the possibility of her having been knocked unconscious with a blunt object, signifying why there was no sign of a struggle (as the police pointed out). Another major piece of the puzzle: the state of Rebecca's neck, which Dr. Wecht found was not broken by the force of her fall from the balcony.

Dr. Wecht also touched on the way Rebecca was tied up (and would have had to do so herself if this was a suicide): "Yes, I know Harry Houdini did slipknots and things of that nature 70 years ago, but to say that Miss Zahau was able to do it, I've yet to hear from the law enforcement people where did she acquire this skill." Ultimately, Dr. Wecht urged investigators to reopen the case and to mark the death as "undetermined" instead of a "suicide." Because, although, Dr. Wecht agrees Rebecca's death was asphyxiation by hanging, he has strong doubts it was a suicide: "While I am not prepared to unequivocally, with absolute scientific certainty, say that it was a homicide and that it was not a suicide, I lean very strongly toward it being a homicide, something involving foul play. And I lean very strongly against it being a suicide."

Check out video of Dr. Wecht's appearence on Dr. Phil below:

 

Pittsburgh's Dharma Sons' 2011 Thanksgiving Leftovers Show

November 16, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Dharma Sons 2011 Thanksgiving Leftovers Show
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Pittsburgh Rock Band, Dharma Sons, will be performing (with special guest The Distractions) at the Hard Rock Café for their third annual Thanksgiving Leftovers Show on Saturday, November 26th at 9:00pm.

Check out DHARMA SONS LIVE - 2011 Thanksgiving Leftovers Show for more information. 

Dharma Sons | Pittsburgh Rock Band

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Move The Needle Monday | November 14th Edition

November 15, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - ESPN Pittsburgh Sports Bloggers; talent network, inc.
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November 14th's edition of "Move The Needle Monday," courtesy of talent network's and ESPN Pittsburgh's Sports Blogger Frank Murgia, is now available on ESPN Pittsburgh. Check it out for an overview of the newest stories in sports.

Follow Frank Murgia on Twitter @realfrankmurgia.

Related Story:
EPSN Pittsburgh Sports Blogger Frank Murgia And "Move The Needle Monday"

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Masquerade Ball & Benefit Featuring Clique Vodka and Benefiting Erik Cook and Family

November 15, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Masquerade Ball & Benefit
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On Saturday, November 19th, a Masquerade Ball & Benefit will be held at The Berkshire in Beaver Falls, featuring Clique Vodka and benefiting Erik Cook and his family. The night - from 7:00pm to 11:00pm - will feature guest appearances from DJ Millz, Mrs. Pittsburgh, Steel City Models, Emily Bradford from Clique Vodka as a guest bartender and more Clique Vodka ladies. Talent network artist and magician David Lawrence will also be strolling and performing magic all night.

Attire for the Masquerade Ball: Semi-formal/Formal; Mask is preferred; fancier the better.

Tickets are $45 for single; $85 per couple. A ticket includes Open Bar (featuring Clique Vodka), Hors d'oeuvres with pasta station and Door Prizes.

Contact Stephanie for tickets at (724) 987.8473. Tickets are presale only. Visit Masquerade Ball & Benefit featuring Clique Vodka for all the information.


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Pittsburgh Magician Paul Gertner at The Wooden Nickel for Houdini-Martini Night

November 15, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Magician and 3-Time World Champion Sleight-of-Hand Expert Paul Gertner will be appearing at The Wooden Nickel in Monroeville tonight - Tuesday, November 15th - from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Paul will be performing some of his latest magic creations on the audience in the new Houdini Room for Houdini-Martini Night.

There is a $10 Cover Charge, plus 2 drink minimum for the night. Seating is limited and Reservations are recommended. Call (412) 372.9750.

The Wooden Nickel Restaurant
4006 Berger Lane
Monroeville, PA 15146-2405

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Pittsburgh's 50 Finest Present The Little Black Dress Party | Support Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

November 14, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Little Black Dress Party
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On Thursday, November 17th, Pittsburgh's 50 Finest are hosting the Little Black Dress Party at Villa Southside. Beginning at 7:00pm, the event will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and feature DJ Super Scott, hors d'oeuvres and two complimentary beverages courtesy of Villa and Jim Beam.

Note: If you have someone to nominate for next year's 50 Finest, encourage them to attend the party.

Buy your ticket for the Little Black Dress Party ($30 in advance; $35 at the door) here or call (412) 321-4422. Visit Little Black Dress Party for all the information.

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Music Comic Mark Eddie & The Tammy Pescatelli Comedy Series at The Academy Theater

November 14, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - The Academy Theater
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Two talent network comedians will come together this weekend when Music Comic Mark Eddie performs at The Academy Theater in Meadville, PA on Saturday, November 19th as part of the Tammy Pescatelli Comedy Series. Micheal Gershe will open the 7:30pm show.

Buy tickets for Mark Eddie’s show on The Academy Theater’s Website.

For more information or if you’re interested in booking Mark Eddie or Tammy Pescatelli, contact
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talent network news presents The Weekender...

November 11, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza; talent network, inc.
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going's-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for November 11th to November 13th, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between. 

Friday, November 11th 

Night Life 

Wild Wild West (Wheeling, WV) 

9:00pm to 1:00am 

Mike Wysocki With Kevin Brennan 

Improv Comedy Club Pittsburgh 

8:00pm and 10:00pm 

Bobby V 

Rivers Casino - Levels Lounge 

8:00pm to Midnight 

DJ Clevr  

Rivers Casino - Drum Bar 

9:30pm to 1:30am 

Brad Garrett

Rivers Casino - Banquet Space 

7:00pm and 11:00pm 

Phil Vassar

The Palace Theatre 

8:00pm 

The Gathering Field with Todd Blodgett Band

Mr. Smalls Funhouse Theatre 

8:00pm 

The Pomegranates, The Soil And The Sun Neighbours 

The Smiling Moose 

6:30pm 

Wasted Talent, There There, Moon Drag  

The Smiling Moose 

9:30pm Doors, 10:00pm Show

Read The Stars | Mars in Virgo and Neptune's Retrograde

November 11, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Read The Stars
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This week on Read The Stars, local astrologer Judi Vitale delves into Neptune's move out of Retrograde and Mars' move into Virgo.

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First up - Neptune: "Ask the administration at Penn State - or your friendly neighborhood banker/broker. When Neptune comes out of its retrograde period, the things we thought were safely kept out of the light of truth will suddenly come back to haunt us."

How? Visit Read The Stars'  Neptune Goes Direct - What's Under Your Carpet? to find out.

Pittsburgh: Top-Ranked and Most Livable City

November 10, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Imagine Pittsburgh
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Consistently Top-Ranked and deemed "Most Livable City" by Forbes Magazine last year, Pittsburgh frequently makes the news for all that it has to offer - most recently identified as one of the 20 best cities in the world to visit by National Geographic Traveler. And The Miami Herald described Pittsburgh as "The Cinderella City," with our ashes to American beauty tale.

"Pittsburgh continues to land at or near the top of lists ranking nation's most stable real estate markets, locations for foreign investment, and best places to raise a family. Oh and by the way, it's beautiful, too."

This is the video that plays in the Pittsburgh International Airport, welcoming you into the city. So, "Take a look, and imagine what you can do here:"

Visit Imagine Pittsburgh to learn more.

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'Rich and Almost Famous' | New Weekly By Our New Writer Rich Miller

Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Written by Rich Miller, talent network news staff
Twitter @rmillertime24
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'talent network news' would like to welcome Rich Miller (The Champagne of Bloggers) to the staff as one of our new writers. Rich resides here in Pittsburgh and we present to you 'Rich and Almost Famous,' his column that is a mixed bag of creative opinions on all that is entertainment and sports. You can follow Rich on Facebook and Twitter @RMillerTime24.

 'Rich and Almost Famous' by Rich Miller

* Mac Miller's new album titled "Blue Slide Park" was released Tuesday. For the 19-year-old rapper, who was born in Point Breeze, his debut album is an outline of how he got his start in music and his Pittsburgh roots. A mix of upbeat lyrics and rifts in the title track and also the problems on transitioning to the life of fame in the song "Missed Calls." So far the early reviews from Facebook and Twitter are calling the album a total hit and that Mac is a star-in-waiting. Those who have been following Mac on YouTube of course already knew that.

* TMZ posted a headline that Kim Kardashian is telling friends she is "so distraught that she can't function." The headline should have read "business as usual in the Kardashian house."

* In unrelated related news, Reggie Bush has had his best two games of the season since Kardashian divorced the basketball player guy. Coincidence?  I hope not - I just picked him up off of waivers.

* For me, the best show on TV right now is The Walking Dead. Last week's episode was a perfect example, with an awesome mix of storyline and gore. It is completely different from the typical zombie shows and movies. The attention to detail is unreal and the storyline is very deep. Check it out Sunday nights on AMC. 

* The Penn State scandal hits home for me. Not only as a PSU alum, but as a former athlete. We were always taught success with honor. It was the code. This week, high ranking officials and the icon of the campus broke the code. There are so many emotions that I could use to describe how I feel, but I think disappointed is the most appropriate. There is so much more to the prestige of Penn State than it's football team and their coaches. I can only hope now that the whole scandal is torn apart and fully investigated by the people who should have been involved nine years ago.  And then those who are deemed guilty not only are fired, but prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law...including Paterno.

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EPSN Pittsburgh Sports Blogger Frank Murgia And "Move The Needle Monday"

November 8, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - 970am ESPN Pittsburgh; talent network, inc.
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talent network's own Frank Murgia is now a Sports Blogger on 970am ESPN Pittsburgh. Check out this week's article - Move The Needle Monday - here.

Follow Frank Murgia on Twitter @realFrankMurgia. 

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Jim Krenn Raw | Episode 26: What The Buck!?

November 8, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Jim Krenn Raw
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In this week's Jim Krenn Raw - Episode 26: What The Buck!? - available through DVE.com and JimKrennRaw.com, Jim "gets hunting tips from his good friend and hunter Merril Hoge," including learning what it takes to bag your trophy Buck and the finer points of hunting (i.e. dress, smell and weaponry).

Watch Jim Krenn Raw Episode 26: What The Buck!? here.

Check out Jim Krenn Raw for more.

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Jim Krenn Raw | Episodes 19, 20, 21 with Ben Roethlisberger, Steelers' Tailgating and Primanti's Sandwiches with Sean McDowell
Jim Krenn Raw | Episode 18: Ray "No Way" Lewis
Jim Krenn Raw | Episode 17: "Bark in the Park"
Jim Krenn Raw | Episode 16: "Pound for Pound vs. Extra Pounds"
Jim Krenn Raw | Episode 14: "The Clarks" and Episode 15: "Training Camp" 
Jim Krenn Raw Season 2 Premiere | Episode 13: "Party Animal"

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Roy Jones Jr. Presents "Feast of Fists" Boxing in Pittsburgh

Monday, November 7, 2011
Posted by Frank Murgia, talent network, inc. 
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PITTSBURGH - Boxing is back in the Burgh this November 23rd, Wednesday night the day before Thanksgiving at Stage AE on the North Shore. ROY JONES JR. will be on the card in a SPECIAL ATTRACTION 3-Round Exhibition. The main event featured world ranked Pittsburgh native Monty Meza-Clay plus Andres "Taylor Made" Taylor, 'Boilermaker" Bill Hutchinson and more. 

Press Release for Distribution.

8-Time World Champion Roy Jones Jr. Exhibition & Meza-Clay vs. Bobo Highlights "Thanksgiving Feast of Fists" Wed. Nov. 23rd @ Stage AE in Pittsburgh.

John F. Fortney Pancreatic Cancer Research Group Hosting Beat The Odds Gala With Music Comic Mark Eddie

November 4, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Beat The Odds Gala 
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John F. Fortney Pancreatic Cancer Research Group is hosting the Beat The Odds Gala, featuring talent network's own Music Comic Mark Eddie at Greensburg County Club on Saturday, November 12. All proceeds from the event will benefit the research of Dr. A. James Moser, Co-Director of UPMC's Pancreatic Cancer Center.

It will be a night of entertainment, music, food and games - all in the name of a great cause. The event begins at 5:30pm with a Cocktail and Hors D'oeuvre Reception and Mark Eddie will perform at 6:30pm. For more on the night, including where to buy Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities, visit   John Fortney Pancreatic Cancer Beat The Odds Gala You can also call (412) 586.5155 or email karen_fortney@hotmail.com for more information.  

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Read The Stars | Venus and Mercury in Sagittarius and November Horoscopes

November 4, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Read The Stars
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This week - as we move into the month of November - Read The Stars' Judi Vitale touches on Venus and Mercury's move into Sagittarius and, of course, November Horoscopes.

First up - Venus and Mercury in Sagittarius:

"On Wednesday November 2, both Venus and Mercury moved into the sign of the Centaur-hunter, and the feeling of a fresh surge will be hard to deny for some time to come. Although these two planets run close to the sun, rarely to they move into a new sign on the same day! That could be why this surge of excitement could make an even bigger impact than expected now.

Venus and Mercury in Sagittarius will push us to act fast and do a lot of things at the same time. It's this energy that will allow us to accomplish much during the first part of November…here's a quick description of the kind of news and action each sign can expect, or what kinds of things their respective spurts of frenetic activity will involve."

Check out what your sign will experience with the move and watch the accompanying video on Venus - and Mercury - in Sagittarius - NOW!

Read The Stars' November Horoscopes let us know that

talent network news presents The Weekender...

November 3, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going’s-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for November 3rd to November 5th, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between.

Thursday, November 3rd

Bruce Springsteen and Joe Grushecky & the Houserockers

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall

7:30pm

Louis C.K.

Heinz Hall

8:00pm

Marti Jones and Don Dixon

Club Café

7:00pm Doors, 8:00pm Show

Medeski Martin and Wood

Mr. Smalls Theater

8:00pm

The Royal Family Ball Featuring Soulive / Lettuce

Rex Theater

9:00pm

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey - Barnum 200

Consol Energy Center

7:00pm

Steel City Comedy Tour Featuring Mike Wysocki and More…

November 2, 2011
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Steel City Comedy Tour
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Head to Buckhead Saloon tonight, Wednesday, November 2, for the Steel City Comedy Tour featuring Comedian and talent network artist Mike Wysocki as well as Molly Sharrow, Dan Jenniches, Parris Knight and Chuck Krieger. Running from 8:30pm to 11:30pm, it promises to be a great comedy night with no cover and drink specials all night long.

Check out Steel City Comedy Tour on Facebook for more details. 

For more information or if you're interested in booking Mike Wysocki, contact talent network, inc.
412-264-4727

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