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What makes Dr. Lori Paluti with Pittsburgh Drone Services a good neighbor?

A wrong turn into a toy store set Dr. Lori Paluti on a path to reinvent how Pittsburgh cares for its homes and buildings. What started with a tiny quadcopter became Pittsburgh Drone Services, a people-first company using aerial imaging and ground cameras to document properties clearly, respectfully, and without barriers. We dive into how drones reveal the truth about roofs, gutters, chimneys, and foundations, giving homeowners, buyers, and remote investors an honest picture before they make costly decisions.

We talk through the full inspection workflow: high-resolution flights, systematic capture, and visual reports that translate technical findings into plain language. Instead of “gotcha” lists, clients get context, photos, and clear priorities that de-stress planning and support bids, negotiations, and insurance claims. Along the way, Dr. Lori breaks stubborn myths about drones and shares the grassroots outreach that opened doors- setting up at bookstores, letting people handle the aircraft, and proving drones can be community tools for safety, maintenance, and even wedding videography.

The heart of the conversation centers on access. Seeing how many neighbors lacked pathways into tech, Dr. Lori built a workforce track that offers free education and certification with local partners. Graduates earn priority on projects, turning training into real income and strengthening the city’s repair and revitalization efforts. We also reflect on the power of direct, face-to-face contact in an age of forms and inboxes- why a real conversation can surface the detail that changes a repair plan, a budget, or a timeline. And yes, creative hobbies like model trains and dioramas make an appearance, revealing how play fuels clearer, calmer decision-making on the job.

If you care about home maintenance, neighborhood revitalization, or practical ways technology can serve people, this story will land. Listen, share it with a neighbor who worries about their roof, and leave a review to help more Pittsburgh homeowners and investors find practical, people-centered property insights.

To learn more about Pittsburgh Drone Services go to:

www.pittsburghdroneservices.net

Pittsburgh Drone Services

(412)278-7591

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What makes Dr. William DeCarbo with Greater Pittsburgh Foot & Ankle Center a good neighbor?

Foot and ankle pain can upend your day fast- turning stairs into hurdles and a simple walk into a chore. We sit down with Dr. William DeCarbo, a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon at Greater Pittsburgh Foot and Ankle Center, to demystify what true lower extremity care involves and how to get expert help without wading through hospital red tape.

We dig into the real scope of podiatric surgery: comprehensive musculoskeletal care below the knee, including sprains, fractures, chronic ankle instability, Achilles tendon ruptures, bunions, and flatfoot deformities. Dr. DeCarbo explains his center does not do medical pedicures- this is not cosmetic care or a medical spa- rather, they determine when conservative options like bracing, orthotics, and footwear changes make sense versus when surgery restores function. We also address a gray zone many people face: vascular symptoms like swelling or varicose veins. You’ll hear how a foot and ankle specialist evaluates concerns, then coordinates with vascular surgeons when circulation is the root cause, saving time and easing stress.

Access and communication are this practice’s calling cards. Dr. DeCarbo shares how direct lines to the surgeon- by phone and email- reassure patients through pre-op jitters and post-op questions, often preventing unnecessary ER visits.

His own journey from injured athlete to specialist informs a patient-first approach: the goal might be returning to sport, working a shift without pain, or simply walking comfortably with family. Along the way, we get a lighter look at life outside the OR, including his love for cooking, balance, and community.

If you’ve been living with foot or ankle pain, feel stuck between retail fixes and long hospital waits, or wonder whether your symptoms are structural or vascular, this conversation gives you a clear roadmap. Learn what to watch for, where to start, and how expert, neighborly care can get you moving again. Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help others find the show.

To learn more about Greater Pittsburgh Foot & Ankle Center go to:

https://www.gpfootankle.com/

Greater Pittsburgh Foot & Ankle Center

(724)799-8727

What makes Ryan Murtha with The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show a good neighbor?

Hungry for a night out that actually pulls you into the story? We sit down with producer and marketing director Ryan Murtha from The Dinner Detective to unpack how a modern true crime mystery turns dinner into a social game where every guest could be the culprit-and the hero who solves it.

Ryan takes us behind the scenes of a format that trades cheesy accents for realism and energy. Actors blend into the crowd, detectives stir the room, and interrogation forms guide you from appetizer to reveal. With scripts inspired by the tone of cold cases and the pacing of great comedies, the show invites you to test theories with your tablemates, collect clues, and compete for top sleuth bragging rights, return tickets, and merch. The twist starts early with a pre-show clue delivered after you buy tickets, seeding speculation long before you arrive.

We also dig into what it takes to scale delight across 110+ cities while keeping each performance fresh. Ryan’s path from actor to producer shapes how the team casts, directs, and rotates four stories to reward repeat visits. On the growth side, we explore a smart mix of Meta and Google ads, YouTube, and local event syndication to meet people where they plan their nights- plus the powerful word of mouth that follows a crowd-pleasing reveal. Along the way, Ryan shares why a three-hour, screen-free escape matters right now and how laughter, mystery, and a shared meal create connection that lingers past dessert.

If you love true crime podcasts but want to step into the action, this conversation maps the perfect night out: immersive, funny, and just suspicious enough to keep your heart racing. Listen, pick your table wisely, and decide who you’d accuse first. Enjoyed the show? Follow, rate, and share with a friend who always spots the twist before the credits.

To learn more about The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show go to:

https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show

(866) 496-0535