The Conversation Business: 8 Pittsburgh Podcasts Worth a Listen We talk to the stars of Pittsburgh podcasts to find out what drives them. Whether you're interested in beer, wellness, music or the paranormal, there is a podcast for you. March 10, 2021 For a format that often sounds like a casual conversation, podcasting can take an awful lot of work. The barrier for entry is low in terms of equipment and technical know-how. While it’s better to buy some microphones and get a decent audio setup, you can do it with a smartphone and simple audio editing programming — or, lately, over Zoom or Skype. The path between an idea and a first episode is short, if you’re motivated.