Young professional living/working in the Pittsburgh area. I grew up in the 'burbs and went to school in the city (Hail to Pitt!), so I'm happy to play tour guide or offer up suggestions on must-sees. I studied abroad in Ireland and am itching to go back, but in the meantime I've been sticking to short, stateside trips.

I love live music – Cage the Elephant + the Black Eyes in Columbus, OH was my all-time favorite show – and have started a small but mighty vinyl collection. I'm a big fan of college sports and hockey, but I'll sit through almost any event with good booze and the right company.

More than anything, I enjoy conversation – if you have something to teach me, a point to (pleasantly) argue or a story to share, I'm the happiest girl in the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet cool new people! Pittsburgh has a small town/big city feel, and I'm always interested in connecting with/living vicarious through passersby. Unfortunately, I'm not in a position to host at this time.

Interests

In no particular order: concerts, bourbon, reading, conversation, college basketball, college football, hockey, current events, art (even though I don't usually understand it), other people's passions.

Music, Movies, and Books

Currently reading: Hillbilly Elegy

Last read: The Life of Byron Jaynes

Music: Indie and classic rock, and hip hop.

Favorite bands: Cage the Elephant; Black Keys; Houndmouth; Dr. Dog; Hanni el Khatib; J. Roddy Walston & the Business; the Whigs; Kendrick Lamar; Schoolboy Q; Childish Gambino

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Saw Adele play live in Dublin (RIP, Crawdaddy) in 2008.

Countries I’ve Visited

Ireland, Italy, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ireland, United States

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