About this Episode

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 2026. From touching on standout moments with guests like James Hayes, Joseph Patrick Murphy, and Jason Richey, to discussing the importance of growing Republican engagement across Allegheny County, this episode celebrates the progress made—and reaffirms the mission to restore common sense leadership in the region. Todd and Russell also talk candidly about the upcoming election year, including critical committee elections and major races like Governor and State Senate. Most of all, they express deep gratitude to their listeners, and fellow committee members working behind the scenes. Here's to a brighter, stronger 2026.

Episode Links

  • Episode 2 with Eileen Cunningham — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8lABczXFa0 Podcast Feed: https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/eileen-cunningham
  • Episode 9 with Bob Howard — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npwdyJ9JQ_w&t=26s Podcast Feed: https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/bob-howard-election-2025-breakdown
  • Episode 11 with James Hayes — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wWT0gSw93Y Podcast Feed: https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/james-hayes-candidate-for-congress
  • Episode 7 with Len Iorio & Michael Dell — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YC9mbvgnRw&t=68s&pp=0gcJCU0KAYcqIYzv Podcast Feed: https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/len-iorio-and-michael-dell
  • Episode 12 with Joseph Patrick Murphy — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHs2kZ7ohg4 Podcast Feed: https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/joseph-patrick-murphy-immigration-public-safety-and-civic-responsibility
  • Episode 8 with Jason Richey — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7Halz3gwyM&t=148s&pp=0gcJCU0KAYcqIYzv Podcast Feed: https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/jason-richey