The Christian Kuntz Podcast

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back and we’re joined by none other than Mike Logan—Super Bowl champion, Pittsburgh legend, and West Virginia Sports Hall of Famer. From fighting for playing time in high school to battling through injuries in the league, Mike’s story is all about perseverance, purpose, and putting fatherhood above all else.🔥 In this episode, we dive into:✅ Gro...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back and this week we’ve got a Pittsburgh legend in the building—Devlin “Duck” Hodges. From FCS records to NFL cult hero, and yes, even a world champion duck caller, Duck’s journey is anything but ordinary.🔥 In this episode, we dive into:✅ His roots in Kimberly, Alabama and becoming a world champion duck caller at 13✅ Breaking the FCS all-time...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back and this week we’re joined by TJ McConnell, Indiana Pacers guard and one of Pittsburgh’s toughest hoopers. From jump balls with Kobe Bryant to five-steal playoff games, TJ’s story is all about heart, hustle, and proving doubters wrong.🔥 In this episode, we dive into:✅ Growing up in Pittsburgh hoops culture & playing for his dad at Char...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back and we’ve got a legend in the building—longtime Duquesne head coach Jerry Schmitt. From teaching math to building a powerhouse football culture, Coach Schmitt has been leading and mentoring players for over four decades—and he’s still going strong. This one’s packed with stories, lessons, laughs, and a ton of football wisdom.🔥 In this episo...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with another episode and this one’s a little different—we’ve got no guest, just Christian, Jesse, Swing and Tre chopping it up and diving into everything from the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade to wild sports hypotheticals and the future of training in the NFL.🔥 In this episode, we dive into:✅ Reactions to the Steelers trading Minkah and adding...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Season 2 Episode 3, and this week, we’re joined by Yahya Black, rookie defensive lineman for the Pittsburgh Steelers. And let’s get it straight—it’s Yahya, not Yaya (sorry, Christian’s grandma 👵).Yahya’s journey is one of grit, humility, and pure work ethic—from growing up in a small farm town in Minnesota to anchoring Iowa’s legendary...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with another episode you definitely will not want to miss, and today we’re sitting down with Steelers offensive tackle Calvin Anderson—and trust me, this dude is one of the most interesting men in the NFL.From grinding his way from Rice to Texas, surviving a life-threatening battle with malaria, to building an investment firm with his wife a...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back and kicking off Season 2 with a heater—Steelers running back Jonathan "J" Ward joins the show for an unfiltered look at his rise from Kankakee, Illinois to the NFL. From nearly going down the wrong path to honoring a promise to his grandfather, his story is a masterclass in perseverance, purpose, and keeping your soul intact in a business th...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Episode 46—and this one’s for the hockey heads, the grinders, and anyone who's battled adversity. We’re joined by Eric Tangradi , NHL vet and the first hockey guest on the pod. He breaks down what it’s REALLY like to go from inner-city Philly to the Pittsburgh Penguins , the evolution of toughness in sports, and what today’s young a...

What’s up, everybody? This episode of The Christian Kuntz Podcast, Christian sits down with Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., joined by Tre and Jesse, for a raw and wide-ranging conversation. From growing up as the son of an NFL legend to carving his own path through Penn State and into the Steelers' starting lineup, Joey opens up about claiming Pittsburgh as home, his surprising draft day...

What’s up, everybody? This episode of The Christian Kuntz Podcast brings the heat with a hometown hero—former MLB standout and Pittsburgh legend Neil Walker. We go way beyond the stats in this one. Neil opens up about life before the big leagues, being a multi-sport athlete in Western PA, and the critical moment he had to choose between D1 football and pro baseball. He shares inside stories from d...

Two first-rounders. One live draft night. A brand new member added to the club. Episode 43 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast was recorded live from Stage AE as Steelers legends Casey Hampton and Louis Lipps took the stage while Pittsburgh made its 2025 first-round pick. They share what it felt like to get that call, the pressure that comes with being a first-rounder, and what it really means to wear...

This episode of the Christian Kuntz Podcast is recorded live from Stage AE— and this one’s for the real ones. Kendrell Bell and Payton Wilson sat down and talked what it actually takes to play linebacker in this league. No super hero edits. No fake hype. Just pain, pressure, and proving yourself every single rep. We got stories from both sides—Kendrell on smashing wedges and getting knocked out on...

What’s up, everybody? Episode 41 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is here, and this one's special. We went LIVE from Stage AE during the 2025 Steelers Draft Party, and Panel 1 featured our guys Beanie Bishop and Zach Frazier. We talked about Beanie’s crazy journey from undrafted free agent to a rising star in Pittsburgh, Zach’s path from West Virginia to becoming the anchor of the Steelers offen...

The Christian Kuntz Podcast - Episode 40 | The NFL Draft Party Is ON—Here’s What to Expect! What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Episode 40, and while we don’t have a guest this week, we’ve got something even bigger—we’re hosting the official Steelers Draft Party at Stage AE on Thursday, April 24th‼️ From sumo wrestling and Jelly Roll at Pat McAfee’s Big Night Out to our o...

What’s up, everybody? Episode 39 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is live, and we’ve got Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth back in the building for a second time. From NFL locker room stories to wild travel moments and deep conversations on what makes this game special, this episode has it all. Pat opens up about the real bond in the Steelers locker room, how he’s preparing for his best season yet,...

Christian Kuntz Podcast - Episode 38 | Julius Welschof’s Wild Journey to the NFLWhat’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Episode 38, and we’re sitting down with Julius Welschof, a German-born athlete whose path to the NFL is anything but traditional. From growing up in Bavaria, Germany, to transitioning from skiing to football, and grinding his way to college football at Michi...

Michael McKenry on Catching in the MLB, Pittsburgh Pirates & Baseball’s Mental Grind | Ep. 37 What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Episode 37, and we’re chopping it up with "The Fort" Michael McKenry, former Pittsburgh Pirates catcher. From grinding through the minors to catching some of the game’s best pitchers, McKenry’s career is a blueprint for perseverance, leader...

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Episode 36, and we’re switching things up with our first virtual guest—MLB pitcher Derek Law. Stick around til the end for a MAJOR NFL Draft Announcement‼️Derek’s story is a wild ride—from being a Duquesne football ball boy to a 10-year MLB veteran, he's seen it all. We dive into what it’s like grinding through the minors, facing le...

Lance McCutcheon on Making the NFL, Overcoming Doubt & Life as a New Father | Ep. 35 What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back with Episode 35 , and this week, we’re sitting down with Lance McCutcheon —a name Pittsburgh fans might not know yet, but they will soon. 🔥 In this episode, we dive into: ✅ Lance’s journey from Bozeman, Montana to the NFL ✅ Being undrafted and grindin...

Episode 34 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is here, and we’re running it back with our first-ever repeat guest—Steelers DB Beanie Bishop. Last time he came on, he was in the middle of his breakout rookie season. Now, he’s locked in for Year 2, and we’re talking all about the growth, the grind, and the game. We break down how Beanie is preparing for an even bigger role in Pittsburgh’s defense, what...

What’s up, everybody? Episode 33 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is here, and we’ve got a Pittsburgh football legend on the mic—Dorin Dickerson. From dominating at West Allegheny to making his mark at Pitt and the NFL, Dorin brings the energy, the stories, and the mindset that got him to the top. We talk about his insane high school career, why his HS coach, Bob Palko was a big influence for him, a...

What’s up, everybody? Episode 32 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is here, and this one hits different. We’ve got Steelers team chaplain Kent “PK” Chevalier in the house, breaking down everything from faith and football to real conversations that go way beyond the game. PK opens up about his journey growing up in Beaver County, how a few key moments completely changed the direction of his life, and...

What’s up, everybody? Episode 31 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is here, and we’ve got a Pittsburgh legend in the house—Bob Pompeani. If you’ve followed Pittsburgh sports at all over the last 40+ years, you know Pomp. He’s been the voice covering the biggest moments in Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates history, and today, we’re flipping the script and putting him in the hot seat. Bob shares his jour...

What’s up, everybody? Episode 30 of The Christian Kuntz Podcast is live, and this one’s got some serious wisdom. We’re sitting down with longtime NFL vet and former Steelers defensive lineman Tyson Alualu. From growing up in a big family in Hawaii to playing over a decade in the league, Tyson’s journey is all about resilience, sacrifice, and embracing the grind. We get into everything—his football...