app02 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:47:28 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Right Side of the Rivers - Episodes Tagged with “Public Safety” https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/tags/public%20safety Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -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 Tony Guy - Updates from the Campaign Trail with the Candidate for Congress https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/tony-guy-updates-from-the-campaign-trail-with-the-candidate-for-congress 68d87022-d22d-4b7e-bb48-02e5cf45bda1 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services full Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services Tony Guy, Beaver County Sheriff and candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 17th District, returns to The Right Side of the Rivers to discuss the final stretch of his campaign, public safety, voter outreach, and his recent debate with Chris Deluzio. The conversation also covers Pittsburgh and Allegheny County finances, government oversight, paid parental leave, business conditions, and the issues shaping Western Pennsylvania ahead of Election Day. 1:10:10 no <p>Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome back Tony Guy, Beaver County Sheriff and candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 17th District. Guy gives an update on the final stretch of his campaign, reflects on his recent debate with Chris Deluzio, and discusses the differences he sees between their approaches to public safety, government, and representation.</p> <p>The conversation covers law enforcement, military leadership, bipartisan government, voter outreach, and Guy’s experience running the Beaver County Sheriff’s Office. He also discusses the makeup of PA-17, his efforts to connect with Republicans, Independents, and moderate Democrats, and the importance of building a broad coalition across Beaver and Allegheny counties.</p> <p>The group also looks at the Allegheny County ballot referendum, Pittsburgh’s financial challenges, government oversight, federal debt, inflation, and concerns over expanding government spending. Later, the discussion turns to residency requirements for Pittsburgh paramedics, business conditions in Allegheny County, and the potential impact of paid parental leave requirements on employers and the local economy.</p> <p>The episode closes on a lighter note with stories about escaped pelicans from the Pittsburgh Zoo, local athletes giving back to the community, the Steelers’ upcoming game in Paris, and Guy’s travels through Europe and World War II historic sites. </p><p>Special Guest: Tony Guy.</p> tony guy, pa-17, pennsylvania 17th congressional district, beaver county sheriff, beaver county, allegheny county, western pennsylvania, congressional campaign, public safety, law enforcement, voter outreach, bipartisan government, government oversight, federal debt, inflation, pittsburgh finances, allegheny county finances, ballot referendum, paid parental leave, small business, economic development, residency requirements, grassroots campaigning, chris deluzio, election day, city of pittsburgh republican committee, right side of the rivers Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome back Tony Guy, Beaver County Sheriff and candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 17th District. Guy gives an update on the final stretch of his campaign, reflects on his recent debate with Chris Deluzio, and discusses the differences he sees between their approaches to public safety, government, and representation.

The conversation covers law enforcement, military leadership, bipartisan government, voter outreach, and Guy’s experience running the Beaver County Sheriff’s Office. He also discusses the makeup of PA-17, his efforts to connect with Republicans, Independents, and moderate Democrats, and the importance of building a broad coalition across Beaver and Allegheny counties.

The group also looks at the Allegheny County ballot referendum, Pittsburgh’s financial challenges, government oversight, federal debt, inflation, and concerns over expanding government spending. Later, the discussion turns to residency requirements for Pittsburgh paramedics, business conditions in Allegheny County, and the potential impact of paid parental leave requirements on employers and the local economy.

The episode closes on a lighter note with stories about escaped pelicans from the Pittsburgh Zoo, local athletes giving back to the community, the Steelers’ upcoming game in Paris, and Guy’s travels through Europe and World War II historic sites.

Special Guest: Tony Guy.

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]]> Todd McCollum and Russell Dryer welcome back Tony Guy, Beaver County Sheriff and candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 17th District. Guy gives an update on the final stretch of his campaign, reflects on his recent debate with Chris Deluzio, and discusses the differences he sees between their approaches to public safety, government, and representation.

The conversation covers law enforcement, military leadership, bipartisan government, voter outreach, and Guy’s experience running the Beaver County Sheriff’s Office. He also discusses the makeup of PA-17, his efforts to connect with Republicans, Independents, and moderate Democrats, and the importance of building a broad coalition across Beaver and Allegheny counties.

The group also looks at the Allegheny County ballot referendum, Pittsburgh’s financial challenges, government oversight, federal debt, inflation, and concerns over expanding government spending. Later, the discussion turns to residency requirements for Pittsburgh paramedics, business conditions in Allegheny County, and the potential impact of paid parental leave requirements on employers and the local economy.

The episode closes on a lighter note with stories about escaped pelicans from the Pittsburgh Zoo, local athletes giving back to the community, the Steelers’ upcoming game in Paris, and Guy’s travels through Europe and World War II historic sites.

Special Guest: Tony Guy.

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]]> Tim McCune - Candidate for PA State House https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/tim-mccune-candidate-for-pa-state-house b776850b-3523-4ee8-b267-f690719b3dee Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services full Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services Tim McCune, candidate for Pennsylvania’s 36th Legislative District, joins The Right Side of the Rivers to discuss his background, community service, and priorities for public safety, affordability, and accountable government. The conversation also covers Allegheny County issues, economic development, emerging technology, and the challenges facing Pittsburgh and surrounding communities. 1:04:29 no <p>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 to run for office, and the concerns he is hearing from residents across Pittsburgh’s southern neighborhoods and Brentwood. Tim discusses his years of service as a volunteer firefighter, his community and nonprofit work, and his focus on public safety, taxes, affordability, and making sure elected officials remain connected to the people they represent.</p> <p>The conversation also explores several issues impacting Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, including new health-monitoring technology at the Allegheny County Jail, concerns surrounding the county pension fund, economic development and data centers, and the potential burden of additional taxes on local residents. The episode rounds out with discussion of local innovation and technology, Pittsburgh’s connection to space exploration, and RCAC's upcoming event commemorating America 250 and the 25th anniversary of September 11.</p><p>Special Guest: Tim McCune.</p> tim mccune, pa house district 36, pennsylvania house district 36, pennsylvania politics, pittsburgh politics, allegheny county, western pennsylvania, south pittsburgh, brentwood, republican candidate, election 2026, public service, volunteer firefighter, first responders, public safety, community service, local government, state government, government accountability, fiscal responsibility, taxes, affordability, cost of living, county pension fund, allegheny county jail, jail reform, health monitoring technology, economic development, data centers, artificial intelligence, technology, innovation, space exploration, community leadership, infrastructure, taxpayer issues, pennsylvania legislature, harrisburg, civic engagement, september 11, 9/11 anniversary, todd mccollum, russell dryer, right side of the rivers, city of pittsburgh republican committee, western pa, common sense leadership, local politics, community development, government spending 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 to run for office, and the concerns he is hearing from residents across Pittsburgh’s southern neighborhoods and Brentwood. Tim discusses his years of service as a volunteer firefighter, his community and nonprofit work, and his focus on public safety, taxes, affordability, and making sure elected officials remain connected to the people they represent.

The conversation also explores several issues impacting Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, including new health-monitoring technology at the Allegheny County Jail, concerns surrounding the county pension fund, economic development and data centers, and the potential burden of additional taxes on local residents. The episode rounds out with discussion of local innovation and technology, Pittsburgh’s connection to space exploration, and RCAC's upcoming event commemorating America 250 and the 25th anniversary of September 11.

Special Guest: Tim McCune.

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  • Timothy McCune for PA House District 36 — Learn more about Tim. Find out about campaign events and community outreach initiatives. Support Tim's campaign by volunteering or donating.
  • Celebrate 250 with RCAC — Join the Republican Committee of Allegheny County for a fun celebration marking 250 years of America's freedom and amazing moments along the way with RCAC Family and Friends!
]]> 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 to run for office, and the concerns he is hearing from residents across Pittsburgh’s southern neighborhoods and Brentwood. Tim discusses his years of service as a volunteer firefighter, his community and nonprofit work, and his focus on public safety, taxes, affordability, and making sure elected officials remain connected to the people they represent.

The conversation also explores several issues impacting Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, including new health-monitoring technology at the Allegheny County Jail, concerns surrounding the county pension fund, economic development and data centers, and the potential burden of additional taxes on local residents. The episode rounds out with discussion of local innovation and technology, Pittsburgh’s connection to space exploration, and RCAC's upcoming event commemorating America 250 and the 25th anniversary of September 11.

Special Guest: Tim McCune.

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  • Timothy McCune for PA House District 36 — Learn more about Tim. Find out about campaign events and community outreach initiatives. Support Tim's campaign by volunteering or donating.
  • Celebrate 250 with RCAC — Join the Republican Committee of Allegheny County for a fun celebration marking 250 years of America's freedom and amazing moments along the way with RCAC Family and Friends!
]]> Valerie Gaydos - Public Safety, Sentencing Reform & the Future of Western PA https://therightsideoftherivers.fireside.fm/valerie-gaydos-public-safety-sentencing-reform-the-future-of-western-pa 1c2f92ad-6702-46f9-85eb-6e9b0d15776c Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400 Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services full Pittsburgh City Committee & Sidekick Media Services Pennsylvania State Representative Valerie Gaydos joins The Right Side of the Rivers to discuss the recent legislative debate over Pennsylvania's sentencing laws, public safety, and the decisions shaping policy in Harrisburg. The conversation also explores economic development, government spending, grassroots campaigning, and the future of Western Pennsylvania. 1:06:52 no <p>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 Pennsylvania House of Representatives and the issues shaping Western Pennsylvania. Drawing on her background in technology, entrepreneurship, and small business, Gaydos discusses economic development, healthcare affordability, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and the opportunities created by the Pittsburgh International Airport corridor.</p> <p>The discussion also explores the state budget, government spending, public safety, criminal justice reform, and a recent legislative debate over sentencing laws in Harrisburg. The episode wraps with a look at grassroots campaigning, voter engagement, the importance of electing leaders with real-world business experience, and the recent visit by the Union Pacific "Big Boy" locomotive as part of America's 250th anniversary celebration.</p><p>Special Guest: Valerie Gaydos.</p> valerie gaydos, pennsylvania house of representatives, pennsylvania state representative, 44th legislative district, western pennsylvania, pittsburgh, allegheny county, harrisburg, pennsylvania politics, pennsylvania legislature, sentencing laws, second-degree murder, criminal justice, judicial reform, public safety, government spending, state budget, fiscal responsibility, taxpayer accountability, economic development, small business, entrepreneurship, technology, artificial intelligence, robotics, advanced manufacturing, data centers, pittsburgh international airport, airport corridor, healthcare affordability, private sector leadership, grassroots campaigning, voter engagement, mail-in voting, election integrity, western pa economy, business leadership, union pacific big boy, america 250, common sense leadership, todd mccollum, russell dryer, right side of the rivers, city of pittsburgh republican committee, pennsylvania government, legislative policy, western pa, conservative leadership, public policy 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 Pennsylvania House of Representatives and the issues shaping Western Pennsylvania. Drawing on her background in technology, entrepreneurship, and small business, Gaydos discusses economic development, healthcare affordability, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and the opportunities created by the Pittsburgh International Airport corridor.

The discussion also explores the state budget, government spending, public safety, criminal justice reform, and a recent legislative debate over sentencing laws in Harrisburg. The episode wraps with a look at grassroots campaigning, voter engagement, the importance of electing leaders with real-world business experience, and the recent visit by the Union Pacific "Big Boy" locomotive as part of America's 250th anniversary celebration.

Special Guest: Valerie Gaydos.

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  • Official Website for Representative Gaydos — Learn more about Valerie in her role as a PA State Legislator.
  • Campaign Website — Learn more about Valerie's re-election campaign. Find out about campaign events and community outreach initiatives. Support Kimberly's campaign by volunteering or donating.
  • PA Mail-In Ballot Application — Get your mail-in ballot application for the upcoming election.
  • Press Release on House Bill 1042 — Check out the press release issued by Representative Gaydos in response to sentencing guidelines for individuals convicted of second-degree murder following the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's recent ruling.
]]> 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 Pennsylvania House of Representatives and the issues shaping Western Pennsylvania. Drawing on her background in technology, entrepreneurship, and small business, Gaydos discusses economic development, healthcare affordability, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and the opportunities created by the Pittsburgh International Airport corridor.

The discussion also explores the state budget, government spending, public safety, criminal justice reform, and a recent legislative debate over sentencing laws in Harrisburg. The episode wraps with a look at grassroots campaigning, voter engagement, the importance of electing leaders with real-world business experience, and the recent visit by the Union Pacific "Big Boy" locomotive as part of America's 250th anniversary celebration.

Special Guest: Valerie Gaydos.

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Links:

  • Official Website for Representative Gaydos — Learn more about Valerie in her role as a PA State Legislator.
  • Campaign Website — Learn more about Valerie's re-election campaign. Find out about campaign events and community outreach initiatives. Support Kimberly's campaign by volunteering or donating.
  • PA Mail-In Ballot Application — Get your mail-in ballot application for the upcoming election.
  • Press Release on House Bill 1042 — Check out the press release issued by Representative Gaydos in response to sentencing guidelines for individuals convicted of second-degree murder following the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's recent ruling.
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