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Hosted by Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services · EN-US · 30 episodes
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The Right Side of the Rivers is where Pittsburgh’s history and values meet today’s challenges. This show takes on public issues from a distinctly Pittsburgh point of view — offering commonsense conversations, right-of-center perspectives, and thoughtful discussions on the people, policies, and principles shaping Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and Pennsylvania.Whether it’s local government, community priorities, or statewide debates, The Right Side of the Rivers brings clarity, balance, and a grounded approach to the issues that matter to our city and our future.
Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services hosts The Right Side of the Rivers, a news show with 30 episodes published.
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Tim McCune, candidate for Pennsylvania’s 36th Legislative District, for a conversation about his background, why he decided t
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Pennsylvania State Representative Valerie Gaydos for a conversation about her path from the private sector to the Pennsylvani
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Mary Jo Wise, Moon Township Supervisor and former Republican candidate for Allegheny County Council, for a wide-ranging discu
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, host Todd McCollum is joined by special co-host Bob Crankovic for a conversation with Joe Aguglia, who is running for Pennsylvania’s 20th House District. Joe shares his ba
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, host Todd McCollum and special co-host Eileen Cunningham welcome Beaver County Sheriff Tony Guy, Republican candidate for Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District. Tony
In this special edition of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer broadcast live from Pittsburgh’s iconic LeMont Restaurant ahead of the inaugural Foundry Dinner. Joined by Fox News contribut
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome newly elected City of Pittsburgh Republican Committee member Marjorie Tabb for a conversation about her journey into local po
Todd McCollum is joined by special co-host Bob Crankovic as they welcome Noah Formica for a wide-ranging discussion on grassroots organizing, voter registration, and the future of the conservative movement in Pennsylvani
Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Kimberly Stern, Republican candidate for Pennsylvania State Committee in the 38th Senatorial District, for a conversation about grassroots organizing, voter engagement, and the fut
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Republican candidate Thomas West for an in-depth conversation about his campaign for Pennsylvania’s 38th State Senate Distric
Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome a unique and engaging guest - “Anthony from Oakland,” a longtime radio voice and self-described old-school Democrat - for a candid, wide-ranging conversation that crosses party lin
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome back Eileen Cunningham for an in-depth conversation on grassroots organizing, local political engagement, and the evolving la
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Allegheny County Councilwoman Suzanne Filiaggi, the only Republican currently serving on County Council. Filiaggi shares her
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, Russell Dryer takes the lead as Chairman Todd McCollum is out on special assignment. He is joined by David Gehring as his second chair as they welcome Venezuelan commentat
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Joseph Leckenby, Republican candidate for the upcoming Special Election in HD-42, to share his background, explain why he’s r
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome Benson Fechter, one of the Republican candidates for Pennsylvania’s 12th Congressional District. A South Hills native, small
Todd McCollum welcomes guest co-host Bob Crankovic (filling in for Russell Dryer) and this week's guest - David Gehring. Both are active Republican leaders in Pittsburgh and join Todd for a wide-ranging conversation on p
In this special New Year’s Eve episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer close out 2025 by reflecting on the show’s first 12 episodes, their favorite guests, and what lies ahead in 20
In this pre-holiday episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer are joined by immigration attorney and former judicial candidate Joseph Patrick Murphy for a deep and thoughtful conversa
In this episode of The Right Side of the Rivers, hosts Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome James Hayes, Republican candidate for Pennsylvania’s 12th Congressional District. Hayes, a Pittsburgh resident with extensive
Thomas West
candidate for Pittsburgh mayor
2 appearances on this show
James Hayes
Candidate for Congress
2 appearances on this show
Bob Howard
Business Owner and Entrepreneur · 855 bugs
1 appearance on this show
Erin Maguire
Fox News
1 appearance on this show
Stacy Garrity
Pennsylvania Treasury
1 appearance on this show
Noah Formica
Turning Point Action
1 appearance on this show
Kimberly Stern
Pennsylvania State Committee
1 appearance on this show
David Gehring
Pittsburgh’s District 2 GOP
1 appearance on this show
Steve Schlauch
Plum Borough Republican Committee
1 appearance on this show
Jason Richey
Republican Committee of Allegheny County
1 appearance on this show
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