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 1055 Episodes.
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AwesomeCast 737: Project Indigo, Ponchos & Pittsburgh Pride
June 17th, 2025 | Season 11 | 58 mins 19 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
The AwesomeCast crew goes live from Adrian, Michigan to talk tech, travel, and gear in the field! Sorg, Katie, and Dave share behind-the-scenes insights from covering the Formula SAE EV competition, highlight Knockaround’s fun and functional sunglasses, and explore Adobe’s new AI-powered camera app, Project Indigo. Plus, they unpack Honda’s regulation-bending e-bike delivery vehicle and dive into the conspiracy lore of the Denver Airport. Don’t miss this week’s ChachiSays Video Game Minute featuring Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, PS5 milestones, and MLB meets gaming. Watch, listen, and get geeky at www.AwesomeCast.com!
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 959: Hanging with Hardcam Frio
June 3rd, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 5 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
On this remote episode of Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg and Rizz are joined by Detroit-based wrestling videographer Hardcam Frio! Broadcasting from Ann Arbor, Michigan, the crew dives deep into the current state of WWE contract changes, the legacy of R-Truth, and the evolution of independent wrestling media—especially in Detroit. Plus, reactions to Logan Paul’s impact on the business, speculation around The Miz and Gunther, and the increasing role of social media in wrestling careers. We also get wild tales from ringside, including fire spots, syringes, and a paint glass firecracker spot that has to be heard to be believed!
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AwesomeCast 735: From Star Wars Coolers to Self-Driving Cars: Geek Tech Goes Mobile
June 3rd, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 6 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
In this special on-location episode of AwesomeCast 735, recorded live from the Hilton Garden Inn in Ann Arbor during the SAE Autodrive Challenge, Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar are joined by Pittsburgh-based cinematographer Scotty Swemba. The crew dives into new tech discoveries including the Bing AI video creator, Apple’s latest game studio acquisition, and Katie’s OmniBreeze fan obsession. They also explore how Scotty brings a cinematic eye to live productions, including their evolving video work for SAE events. Plus: robot droids that follow you, iPhone filmmaking in Hollywood, and the return of Cat Wars. It’s geeky, techy, sweaty (thanks to the heat), and wonderfully weird — exactly what you expect from AwesomeCast.
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AwesomeCast 734: Birds, Bytes & Barrel Rolls: Tech Takes Flight
May 28th, 2025 | Season 11 | 55 mins 5 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
On this episode of AwesomeCast, Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into geeky goodness and tech trends with plenty of laughs and thoughtful discussion. Dave unboxes his TMS Vegas 2025 swag bag and shares insights on community-building through podcast merchandise. Katie introduces the Merlin Bird ID app by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, perfect for identifying bird sounds offline. Sorg finally rides Kennywood’s Steel Curtain coaster and gives us a coaster-lover’s review. The crew also discusses the importance of game ownership vs. price hikes in Chachi’s Video Game Minute rant. Plus, there’s a touching moment celebrating the engineer who saved Apollo 13. They close with a look at Surf Social, a new content aggregation app from the creators of Flipboard, and preview upcoming projects in video streaming, pro wrestling, and tech production.
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Fishing Without Bait 467: No More Tears Left: Facing the Fear, Finding the Light
May 20th, 2025 | Season 11 | 19 mins 11 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
In this deeply personal and revealing episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer shares his own journey through addiction, recovery, and healing in a role-reversing conversation with Missy Sorg. Jim reflects on the powerful moment that pushed him to seek help, his relationship with his mother and how addiction impacted his family, and the emotional breakthrough that came through connection, prayer, and community. He speaks candidly about hitting rock bottom, relapsing, and finding new life through the 12-step program. Through touching stories—including burying his first sobriety chip with his mother—Jim emphasizes the strength of living amends, emotional growth, and the ongoing nature of recovery. This episode is a moving tribute to resilience, honesty, and the quiet, enduring power of support systems and self-awareness.
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 955: Frenemies with Ava Brooks and Lexus Synn
May 7th, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 36 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
On this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, we’re joined by rising women’s wrestling stars Ava Brooks and Lexus Synn! We dive into their championship journeys, the chemistry they’ve built in the ring, and what it takes to thrive in the indie wrestling scene. Plus, we break down WWE roster cuts, Hulk Hogan’s latest odd project, and the aftermath of Pittsburgh’s wild storm. Don’t miss this mix of insight, chaos, and Mayhem!
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AwesomeCast 731: From Baja to Buns: Star Wars, Sandstorms, and Seth Rogen Skins
May 7th, 2025 | Season 11 | 57 mins 38 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
On this episode of AwesomeCast, we return after a major Pittsburgh power outage to dive into the tech headlines you need to know. Sorg shares the behind-the-scenes challenges of livestreaming the Baja SAE Endurance event in the Arizona desert, while Katie breaks down her Star Wars-themed marketing fun for May the 4th. Dave explores a pivotal court ruling forcing Apple to open its App Store to outside links, and highlights how Pittsburgh’s 3D printing scene is saving the Air Force serious money. Plus, we talk minimalist electric trucks, AI beating Pokémon, and GTA 6’s new release date in Chachi’s Video Game Minute.
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Classic Fishing Without Bait 324: Technology and Spirit Guides with Santina Grace
April 29th, 2025 | Season 11 | 17 mins 16 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
Jim Ellermeyer welcomes back clairvoyant and empath Santina Grace as they discuss spirituality and gratitude. Santina talks about her technique to calm herself when she is receiving too much energy that others can use. We also discuss connecting with technology and the false connection you can find and how she connects spirit guides and angels.
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Wrestling Mayhem Show 954: Mother of the Bride w/ Psychodelic Dreams
April 23rd, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 53 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
In this episode of the Wrestling Mayhem Show, we dive into the chaos of WrestleMania 40’s emotional twists, John Cena’s cryptic countdown, and The Rock’s puzzling absence. We’re joined by 880 Wrestling’s Psychedelic Dreams—Alao Dreams, Sammy Suntheimer, and their cosmic companion Billy—as they share their journey from training to title contention. From post-Mania hot takes to indie wrestling evolution, it’s a wild ride through the universe of pro wrestling storytelling.
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AwesomeCast 730: Ice Cream Dreams & Roller Coaster Schemes
April 23rd, 2025 | Season 11 | 1 hr 2 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
On this episode of AwesomeCast, we dive into cool gadgets and hot adventures! Dave tests out the Ninja Creami frozen treat maker for healthy homemade desserts, Katie shares her unexpectedly tech-savvy return to Kennywood, and Sorg recaps his Vegas trip with stops at Taco Bell Cantina, the Hello Kitty Café, and WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium. Plus, Chachi returns with the Video Game Minute, covering WWE in Fortnite, Marvel Rivals updates, and Nintendo’s latest moves. We also explore Instagram’s new Edits app, BlueSky verification, and Duolingo’s surprising dive into chess!
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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