Just a Couple Kids

75 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

A couple kids from Pittsburgh, Tony Griffith & Ryan Herbinko, chatting about all things political in the region...but deviating from time to time.

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Episodes

Chris Rosselot

June 07, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MB

A veteran in the operative world and former candidate himself, Chris brings a diverse background and perspective to the Kids about local politics.

Scott Abraham

May 31, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

A new dynamic to the podcast, the Kids brought in Scott Abraham, AKA the voice of JACKS to discuss his career working in the media. We chat about Scott's resume, life in DC and the political presence amongst all aspects of the news.

Primary Wrap Up feat. Patrick Joyal

May 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB

We have P$ back to breakdown everything that happened on Election Day. As well as, our thoughts on where things go from here.

BPM x JACKS Collab - Primary Election Predictions

May 17, 2021 19:00 - 2 hours - 85.9 MB

We have Ash & Martell in the house for some great dialogue, along with the Kids and Patrick. What an episode! We discuss everything from local magistrates up to the Supreme Court. Make sure you take a listen before voting!

Jessel Costa

May 15, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Although young, Jessel Costa has been through a lot in his career already. The Kids discuss Jessel's time at the Public Defender's and Attorney General's Offices, as well as the grind of running for judge this spring.

Zeke Rediker

May 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

Although he's one of the youngest candidates in the race, Zeke Rediker has experience that matches someone with a long and storied career in the legal culture. Take a listen as to why that experience could make a big impact in the Court of Common Pleas.

Judge Bruce Beemer

May 12, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

The man has travelled the state and had many different positions, but he ended up back in Allegheny County. He's proven himself time and time again, there's a reason why Judge Bruce Beemer has been unanimously confirmed with bipartisan support on multiple occasions.

Judge Elliot Howsie

May 11, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

He's made a career of helping folks and that's exactly what the Kids chat with him about. From his early days at the District Attorney's Office through the restructuring of the Public Defender's Office onto his time on the bench. Judge Howsie has a resume not comparable to anyone.

Giuseppe Rosselli

May 10, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MB

His name came to prominence last summer as he defended many during the protests, but Giuseppe has a background that tells a story on why he's running for judge and what he can do to ensure justice and compassion on the bench.

Sabrina Korbel

May 09, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

When it comes to compassion and work ethic, it's hard to find someone better than Sabrina Korbel. The Kids chat with Sabrina about assisting victims of domestic violence all the way through to her plans if elected this spring.

Brian Malkin

May 08, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

One of, if not the, most interesting candidates, Brian Malkin brings a very diverse background to this race. From figure skating to the courtroom, the Kids touch on all of Malkin's background.

Jimmy Sheets

May 07, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

He's a courthouse legend, but do you know the real Jimmy Sheets? Take a listen to this episode as we peel back the layers to a man who's been through it all.

Albert Veverka

May 06, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

Fellow Blue Devil alum along with Tony, Albert has a vision of the courtroom unlike most others. Listen to find out how Albert plans on reforming the judicial system.

Chief Deputy Kevin Kraus

May 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

The Chief Deputy kicks it with the Kids, discussing his early years in law enforcement, his relationship with Sheriff Mullen, the ins and outs of the Sheriff's Office and his plans if he's elected Sheriff.

Tony Moreno

April 26, 2021 04:00 - 2 hours - 90.6 MB

The man, the myth, the legend and mayoral candidate, Tony Moreno made the trip across the river to kick it with the Kids. We discuss his upbringing, how he made an impact as a police officer, and his vision for a better City of Pittsburgh.

State Representative Ed Gainey

April 20, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

The Kids got their boy, Marty Mar, Martell Covington back for this big time episode. They whole gang has been backing this man, Mayoral Candidate and State Representative Ed Gainey, since Episode 1. They hit all the topics from growing up in Pittsburgh to venturing off to the DMV for school and back to the 412 to begin a career in public service. Additionally, Ed explains his plan for making a more inclusive City of Pittsburgh.

Controller Chelsa Wagner

April 12, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

Finally, Queen Chelsa Wagner (pronounced Chel-suh, get it right) has come through to kick it with the kids. We talk about her education, hooping with Barack Obama, transitioning offices and what her future holds. Not to mention, special guest political operative Ms Nichole Remmert.