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The Allegheny Front

The Allegheny Front
Climate Change
Pennsylvania
Fracking
East Palestine Train Derailment
Public Health
Inflation Reduction Act
Oil and Gas Industry Influence
Bhopal Disaster
Electric Vehicles
Hydrogen Hub
Plastic Pollution
Allegheny River
West Virginia
Solar Energy
Environmental Activism
University Funding
Chemical Infrastructure
Presidential Election
Sustainable Agriculture
Environmental Justice

Every week, our 29-minute podcast brings you all the environmental news and stories to keep you in the know in Pennsylvania and beyond.

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On this week's episode: A new initiative called Prepare PA is gearing up to help Pennsylvanians face the big challenges of the climate crisis, like more extreme weather and flooding. And 2026 is the International Year of... more

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On this week's episode: Young people in Pittsburgh are practicing climate action close to home. An oil and gas company let over a million gallons of drilling fluid escape underground into an abandoned mine during pipelin... more

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On this week's episode: Safe drinking water is not a reality for many Americans. Residents of an Ohio town say their water tastes and smells bad, and leaves an oily sheen. But regulators say it's safe. Monarch butterflie... more

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On this week's episode: How last year's fatal blast at the Clairton Coke Works has impacted the community there. A new study shows how many deaths can be attributed to air pollution in the Pittsburgh region. Opposition t... more

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Recent Guests

Avery Henderson Thomas
Senior at Woodland Hills High School; organizer of Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action Summit
Communitopia / Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action Summit
Episode: Episode for March 6, 2026: A colonial invasive species and youth climate action
Tierra Curry
Senior Scientist with the Center for Biological Diversity
Center for Biological Diversity
Episode: Episode for February 27, 2026: A fight for clean drinking water
Katja Schwenk
Investigative journalist at The Lever
The Lever
Episode: Episode for February 6, 2026: Where is the compensation for East Palestine residents?
Dr. Beatrice Gullum
Lead researcher at UC San Diego, studying health impacts of the derailment
University of California, San Diego
Episode: Episode for February 6, 2026: Where is the compensation for East Palestine residents?
Julie Grant
Reporter and environmental researcher
The Allegheny Front
Episode: Episode for January 30, 2026: Latest health research after East Palestine derailment
Matt Barlow
Professor of climate science at the University of Massachusetts Lowell
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Episode: Episode for January 30, 2026: Latest health research after East Palestine derailment
Eleanor Carlson
Computational biologist and Director of Vertebrate Genomics at the Broad Institute
Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT
Episode: Episode for January 30, 2026: Latest health research after East Palestine derailment
Bob Lewis
Radon Program Manager at Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Episode: Episode for January 30, 2026: Latest health research after East Palestine derailment
Kyle Keeler
Assistant professor of environmental sciences at Lafayette College
Lafayette College
Episode: Episode for January 30, 2026: Latest health research after East Palestine derailment

Hosts

Carol Holsoppel
Host and reporter focusing on environmental issues, providing nuanced stories and insights relevant to Pennsylvania and its surroundings.
Julie Grant
Environment and energy reporter, known for covering pressing environmental issues and community responses throughout the region.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • A must for PA residents

    No matter on the perimeter of the state or in the woods forests or farms - Allegheny Front covers the whole state!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LMB Phila, PA
    United States2 years ago
  • Not bad

    As a nwpa resident I look to this podcast to hear local issues. Very liberal and partisan but if you can see through that nonsense it’s good. 2 stars tho.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    larry ligjt
    United States3 years ago
  • Best podcast ever

    It’s amazing especially the reporter Reid Frazier!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maridgekey
    United States6 years ago

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Audience feedback often highlights the quality of journalism and the engaging style of the storytelling presented.
Listeners appreciate the wide coverage of local environmental issues and the insight provided by expert guests.
The podcast is acknowledged for its in-depth reporting, though some find it leans too politically left for their tastes.

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Episode for March 6, 2026: A colonial invasive species and youth climate action
Q: How did you get involved in climate activism or why?
I joined in ninth grade through a school climate action team, which led me to collaborate with Communitopia and become a leader in the Pittsburgh Youth for Climate Action Summit.
Episode for February 20, 2026: Avian flu surge
Q: What are the economic implications of avian flu outbreaks?
The outbreak will likely lead to a loss of production and eggs, impacting farmers and potentially raising egg prices if not controlled.
Episode for February 20, 2026: Avian flu surge
Q: What is the state doing to respond to the avian flu?
The state's response involves an extensive effort with staff from the USDA and other agencies joining forces to manage and contain the outbreak.
Episode for February 20, 2026: Avian flu surge
Q: What has the Chemical Safety Board said about why the explosion happened and about safety at the plant in general?
The Chemical Safety Board stated that the explosion occurred when workers followed incorrect procedures under supervisor instruction, leading to the release of flammable gas and the explosion.
Episode for February 6, 2026: Where is the compensation for East Palestine residents?
Q: What is the likely outcome of EPA's decision not to place a monetary value on health benefits in air pollution regulation?
The outcome could be a stop to the improvements in air quality and potential gradual reversals in environmental protections.

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Focused on environmental issues, this podcast features a range of stories and expert insights relevant to Pennsylvania and its surroundings. Key topics include the impacts of industrial pollution, climate change adaptation, public health concerns related to environmental disasters, and innovative community-driven restoration projects. Notably, it often highlights pressing local issues such as the ongoing struggles in East Palestine, Ohio, and the management of fracking waste, making it a significant source for listeners engaged in environmental advocacy and education. The podcast also emphasizes the intersection of creative expression with ecological themes, showcasing narratives that fuse art with environmental consciousness.

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Recent guests on The Allegheny Front include:

1. Avery Henderson Thomas
2. Tierra Curry
3. Katja Schwenk
4. Dr. Beatrice Gullum
5. Julie Grant
6. Matt Barlow
7. Eleanor Carlson
8. Bob Lewis

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