The Christian Kuntz Podcast

What’s up, everyone? The Christian Kuntz Podcast is back and this week, we’ve got a true Steelers fan favorite in the studio—Vince Williams. From his early days in Polk County, Florida to becoming a hard-hitting linebacker in Pittsburgh, Vince brings the energy, the stories, and the honesty that makes this one an instant classic.🔥 In this episode, we dive into:✅ Vince’s Florida roots, where football isn’t just a sport—it’s a cultu...

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:✅ Growing up in McKeesport and battling t...

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 passing record at Samford✅ The wild ...

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 Chartiers Valley✅ Why he chose Duquesne ...

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 episode, we dive into:✅ Coach Schmitt’s c...

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 Jalen Ramsey & Jonnu Smith✅ Busi...

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 D-line, and now stepping into Pitt...

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 and uplifting underserved communitie...

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 that’s all grind.

🔥 In this episode, w...

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 athletes need to hear.

From fighting on...

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 experience, and the chip on his sho...

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 draft day, his first at-bat in the ma...

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 the black and gold.From unfiltered s...

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 kickoff, Payton on being told he ha...

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 offensive line, and what it’s really like...

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 own epic panel of Steelers legends, we...

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, and why losing teammates like Najee ...

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 Michigan and beyond, Julius’ story is a t...

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, leadership, and understanding the mental ...