web01.fireside.fm Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:40:18 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Right Side of the Rivers - Episodes Tagged with “Grassroots Organizing” https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/tags/grassroots%20organizing Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 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. en-us episodic Pittsburgh perspectives on public issues. Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services 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. no Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services missy@sidekickmediaservices.com Eileen Cunningham - Accountability, Activism, and the Future of Pittsburgh Politics https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/eileen-cunningham-accountability-activism-and-the-future-of-pittsburgh-politics c1af9591-ca9d-4e2f-ab6c-545c36bed654 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services full Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services Eileen Cunningham joins the show to discuss grassroots organizing, her run for State Committee, and the importance of building strong local engagement in Pittsburgh. The conversation also tackles key county issues, including immigration policy, transparency, and the role of citizen involvement in shaping the region’s future. 1:11:08 no 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 landscape of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County politics. From her work building community connections in District 5 to her run for State Committee, Eileen shares firsthand insight into what it takes to grow a political movement from the ground up. The discussion also dives into major local issues, including Allegheny County’s decision to limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, concerns surrounding whistleblower protections, and ongoing questions about government transparency and public spending. With a focus on accountability, public safety, and civic involvement, this episode delivers a timely and candid look at the policies and decisions shaping the region today. Special Guest: Eileen Cunningham. pittsburgh politics, allegheny county, grassroots organizing, eileen cunningham, state committee, local elections, politics, civic engagement, public safety, government transparency, immigration policy, ice cooperation, county council, political activism, voter outreach 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 landscape of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County politics. From her work building community connections in District 5 to her run for State Committee, Eileen shares firsthand insight into what it takes to grow a political movement from the ground up.

The discussion also dives into major local issues, including Allegheny County’s decision to limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, concerns surrounding whistleblower protections, and ongoing questions about government transparency and public spending. With a focus on accountability, public safety, and civic involvement, this episode delivers a timely and candid look at the policies and decisions shaping the region today.

Special Guest: Eileen Cunningham.

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]]> 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 landscape of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County politics. From her work building community connections in District 5 to her run for State Committee, Eileen shares firsthand insight into what it takes to grow a political movement from the ground up.

The discussion also dives into major local issues, including Allegheny County’s decision to limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, concerns surrounding whistleblower protections, and ongoing questions about government transparency and public spending. With a focus on accountability, public safety, and civic involvement, this episode delivers a timely and candid look at the policies and decisions shaping the region today.

Special Guest: Eileen Cunningham.

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]]> 2025 Year In Review https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/2025-year-in-review c0423b23-d135-4f05-91f0-57e990324509 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services full Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer ring in the New Year with reflections on the podcast’s first season, favorite guest moments, and hopes for 2026. They share updates on upcoming races, thank their team and listeners, and reaffirm their commitment to growing Republican strength in Allegheny County. 16:30 no 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. pittsburgh politics, allegheny county republicans, todd mccollum, russell dryer, new year episode, 2026 election cycle, grassroots organizing, local committees, republican engagement, pittsburgh gop, political podcast, civic involvement, committee elections, state senate district 38, thomas west, stacy garrity, campaign planning, common sense leadership, year in review 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.

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  • 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
]]> 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.

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  • 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
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