
Katie Dudders
Co-Host of Sorgatron Media Master Feed
Katie Dudas is not only a veteran ScareHouse director, manager, and actor but an experienced paranormal investigator who has regularly explored some of Western Pennsylvania's most active paranormal hotspots ... including the dark halls and haunted history of our 100 year old building! Katie will reveal the fascinating history of our iconic home and share the creepiest moments of unexplained phenomenon observed by our cast, crew, and other investigators.
Katie Dudders has hosted 1012 Episodes.
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AwesomeCast 729: Birthday Ears & Tech Cheers: Theme Parks, Apple Hacks & Retro Vibes
April 16th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 2 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
In this special birthday edition of AwesomeCast, Katie Dudas shares her magical trip to Disneyland and Star Wars Night — complete with Baymax hugs, fuzzy Tauntauns, and neon merch. Sorg explores the Kennywood comeback with season pass perks and Old Mill nostalgia. Dave Podnar breaks down hidden iPhone features like ambient background sounds and live captions. Plus, we debut the “Chachi Says Video Game Minute” with hot takes on Shenmue, Minecraft, and Marvel Rivals’ most cheeky update yet.
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AwesomeCast 727: Gotta Deduct ’Em All: PokeTax, ProArt, & Muppet Mayhem!
April 2nd, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 1 min
pittsburgh, podcast
This week on AwesomeCast 727, we dive into the wonderfully weird world of tech! From filing your taxes Pokémon-style with PokeTax, to testing out AI that turns real-life photos into Muppet mayhem, we’ve got your geeky cravings covered. We explore the NFL’s shift from the chain gang to 8K camera tracking, Sorg reviews the color-accurate ASUS ProArt Display, and we question reality with Turner’s Ranch Milk. Plus, updates on Nintendo Switch digital game sharing and a big win for Slice on Broadway as the World’s Best Cheese Pizza!
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Fishing Without Bait 463: From Sketchbook to Soul: Mindfulness in the Work of David Pohl
April 1st, 2025 | Season 11 | 20 mins 5 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
In this introspective episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer continues a deep and engaging conversation with acclaimed Pittsburgh illustrator and painter David Pohl. With decades of creative work, David reflects on the evolution of his artistic voice—from installations at the Mattress Factory Museum to the soulful simplicity of his latest paintings.
David opens up about the emotional and spiritual dimensions of his art, the impact of music on his healing journey, and the existential considerations of preserving an artist’s legacy in the digital age. Listeners gain insight into the meditative and ambient influences behind David’s process, the value of empathy in visual storytelling, and his personal message about embracing life’s cyclical nature.
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 949: Smell the End. Own the Beginning with Pitt Fight
March 19th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 38 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
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AwesomeCast 725: Pittsburgh’s Wildest Hills & Smart Tech Thrills
March 19th, 2025 | Season 11 | 58 mins 11 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 948: It Could Be Carrot Top with Dior Castro
March 12th, 2025 | Season 11 | 2 hrs 1 min
pittsburgh, podcast
AEW Revolution reactions, hardcore wrestling chaos, and indie wrestling gems! This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, hosts Sorg and Rizz are joined by 880 Hardcore Champion Dior Castro to break down the AEW Revolution experience, including insane crowd energy and surprise celebrity moments. Plus, we dive into California’s underground wrestling scene, the Queen of the Ring movie, and Dior’s 880 Wrestling Hardcore Gauntlet plans. And of course, Mayhem Mania takes an unexpected turn—who survived, who got deleted, and did Dominik Mysterio just break out of Space Jail?! All this and more wrestling mayhem—tune in now! 🎧💥
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AwesomeCast 724: From CD Players to Talking AI – Tech Nostalgia & Future Innovations Collide!
March 12th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 4 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
🚀 From mix CDs to AI-powered fast food, this week’s AwesomeCast is a wild ride through tech nostalgia and futuristic innovations! Join Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar as they rediscover CD players in modern cars, test a $5 remote-controlled peanut mobile, and explore AI voice assistants that sound eerily human. Plus, we dive into McDonald’s AI-driven drive-thrus, BlueSky’s latest social media upgrades, and the Cat Wars Calendar that’s taking over the galaxy! 🎢🤖🐱 Watch, listen, and geek out with us!
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AwesomeCast 723: Sleep Tracking, Festival Tech & Toyota’s Woven City
March 5th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 4 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
Join Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar as they dive into the latest in tech, gadgets, and geeky goodness on AwesomeCast! This week, we cover cutting-edge sleep tracking apps, a unique festival gadget that keeps you connected with friends, the revival of TweetDeck for BlueSky, and Toyota’s ambitious vision for the future of urban mobility. Plus, we explore AI-powered face swaps, new iPads, and a social media alternative for images and videos.
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AwesomeCast 722: Asteroid FOMO
February 26th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 3 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
Welcome to another episode of AwesomeCast, where we dive into the latest in tech, gadgets, and digital trends! This week, we cover a range of topics, from near-Earth asteroids to the latest iPhone video tech and even a trip down memory lane with old-school memory cards. Let’s get into it!
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 946: Chambers of Emotions with The Unwilting Tatiana
February 26th, 2025 | Season 11 | 2 hrs 1 min
pittsburgh, podcast
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AwesomeCast 721: Podcasting Smarter: Riverside vs. Zencastr, AI Tools & More!
February 18th, 2025 | Season 11 | 52 mins 49 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
In this episode of AwesomeCast, the crew dives into the latest tech trends, AI tools, podcasting platforms, and some innovative gadgets. Sorg records live from Ann Arbor, Michigan, testing Riverside FM as a podcasting solution while discussing its features, costs, and alternatives like Zencastr.
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Fishing Without Bait 447: The Man Before Beastman
February 18th, 2025 | Season 11 | 21 mins 54 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
In this heartfelt and introspective episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer welcomes professional wrestler The Beastman (Wes Fetty) for a raw and inspiring conversation. Stepping beyond the ring, Wes opens up about his personal journey, from his childhood in West Virginia to overcoming adversity and carving his own path in the world of professional wrestling.
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AwesomeCast 718: Supersonic Booms & TikTok Dooms
January 29th, 2025 | Season 11 | 57 mins 58 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
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AwesomeCast 717: Geeking Out Over Cat Wars, Smart Doors, and Production Floors
January 22nd, 2025 | Season 11 | 55 mins 34 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 939: Muscle Mommy Madness with Lexus Synn
January 8th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 38 mins
pittsburgh, podcast