Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report with Craig Dawson

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Aug 2026

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The Soul Pitt Media Health and Business Report with your host Craig Dawson, Vice President of Soul Pitt Media, features interviews with Pittsburgh local and national business and health professionals to help you and your family enjoy a healthier and more profitable life.

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August 28, 2026Episode 12032 min

#120 | Interview with William B. Marshall, Founder, Pittsburgh Soul Food Fest

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #120 | Interview with William B. Marshall, Founder, Pittsburgh Soul Food Fest Join Craig as he discusses with B. Marshall... 1) What are the dates of the Soul Food Festival this year? 2) Who do you have headlining your events this year? 3) Has your location changed? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

August 12, 2026Episode 11941 min

#119 | Interview with Frankie Harris, Boutique Merchandiser and Special Event Decorator at Ujamaa Collective

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #119 | Interview with Frankie Harris, Boutique Merchandiser and Special Event Decorator at Ujamaa Collective Join Craig as he discusses with Frankie... 1) Frankie, can you talk to our listeners about Ujamaa Collective? 2) Recently Ujamaa Collective has relocated. Can you update our listeners about your new location? 3) How is your merchandise acquired? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

July 14, 2026Episode 11831 min

#118 | Interview with Dr Iulia Vann, Public Health Director at Allegheny County Health Department

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #118 | Interview with Dr Iulia Vann, Public Health Director at Allegheny County Health Department Join Craig as he discusses with Dr. Vann... 1) Dr. Vann, can you talk to our listeners about The Safe Sleep Program? 2) Why is it so important that children sleep alone? 3) How can our listeners get information on this topic? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

June 26, 2026Episode 11725 min

#117 | Interview with Rev. Dr. Judith Campbell Moore | Founder and CEO Sisters Saving Ourselves

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #117 | Interview with Rev. Dr. Judith Campbell Moore | Founder and CEO Sisters Saving Ourselves Join Craig as he discusses with Dr. Moore... 1) Dr. Moore, can you talk to our listeners about Sisters Saving Ourselves? 2) What is the objective of your organization? 3) Can you talk to our listeners about one of your signature programs The Black Womens Roundtable? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

June 11, 2026Episode 11636 min

#116 | Interview with Asia “Hot Sauce” Smiley | International Flag Football Athlete & Coach

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #116 | Interviw with Asia “Hot Sauce” Smiley | International Flag Football Athlete & Coach Join Craig as he discusses with Asia... 1) Asia, you are a Pittsburgh Native. What was it like growing up in Pittsburgh? 2) How did you become involved in Women's Flag Football? 3) Asia, you were recently part of The NFL Draft activities held here in Pittsburgh. What did it feel like to be part of such a major event in your hometown? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

May 13, 2026Episode 11545 min

#115 | Interview with Diane Powell | Director, Community And Family Builders

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #115 | Interview with Diane Powell | Director, Community And Family Builders Join Craig as he discusses with Diane... 1) Ms. Powell, can you talk to our listeners about Community and Family Builders? 2) Can you talk to our listeners about the impact of dementia on women in the African American Community? 3) How important is early detection? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

April 30, 2026Episode 11429 min

#114 | Interview with Leslie Howze and Yazmin Bennett Kelly from Project Butterfly

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #114 | Interview with Leslie Howze and Yazmin Bennett Kelly from Project Butterfly Join Craig as he discusses with Leslie and Yazim... 1) Leslie, can you talk to our listeners about Project Butterfly? 2) Yazmin, who can qualify for Project Butterfly? 3) Leslie, when I read information preparing for this podcast I was shocked to learn of the great differences in infant mortality between Black and White infants. What can that be attributed to? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

April 16, 2026Episode 11328 min

#113 | Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #113 | Interview with Gabrielle Haywood, Playwright/Producer

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #113 | Interview with Gabrielle Haywood, Playwright/Producer Join Craig as he discusses with Gabrielle... 1) Gabrielle, growing up were you always interested in the arts? 2) Gabrielle, you currently have a play debuting, can you talk to our listeners about your play? 3) How can you purchase tickets for your play? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

April 2, 2026Episode 11235 min

#112 | Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #112 | Interview with John Anthony | Former Air Personality, WAMO Radio

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #112 | Interview with John Anthony | Former Air Personality, WAMO Radio Join Craig as he discusses with John... 1) John, growing up did you always want to be an on air personality? 2) John, you were one of WAMO's biggest stars during their heyday in Pittsburgh. What was that experience like? 3) Who were some of the other on air personalities you worked with? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.

March 19, 2026Episode 11124 min

#111 | Interview with De'netta Benjamin-Miller, LCSW | Executive Director Sojourner House and Sojourner House MOMS, Inc.

Soul Pitt Media Health & Business Report Episode #111 | Interview with De'netta Benjamin-Miller, LCSW | Executive Director Sojourner House and Sojourner House MOMS, Inc. Join Craig as he discusses with De’netta... 1) De'netta, can you talk to our listeners about Sojourner House and Sojourner House MOM's Inc.? 2) Growing up did you ever envision yourself in a position where you are helping so many people? 3) How can our listeners support your efforts? Additionally, make sure you listen to our Community Calendar (brought to you by Pittsburgh Regional Transit, PRT) with Debbie Norrell at the end of each of our interviews so you can keep up with what’s going on in our Pittsburgh region. Soul Pitt Media’s Health & Business Report is sponsored by UPMC, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT), Duquesne Light Co., Allegheny County Health Department, Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Central Outreach Wellness Center.