Fried Jumbo

Dubs and Chickenhawk
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“Fried Jumbo” talks with those interesting people we have all met in our lives. What are the stories these characters have about lessons learned growing up, neighborhood friends, first loves, sports, activities, parents, economic situations, religious traditions, tragic events, and all the unusual moments and experiences that made them who they are today. Hear how different people grew up and the stories they have to tell.

  1. Michael Testa Jr: The Accordion Maestro

    JUL 8

    Michael Testa Jr: The Accordion Maestro

    On this episode of Fried Jumbo, Dubs & Chickenhawk have some great fun getting to know Mr. Michael Testa, Jr, and they witness his amazing accordion skills. We also discussed Michael's Italian heritage, growing up in South Greensburg, and his appearance on American Bandstand with Dick Clark. Stay tuned for next week's session, where Dubs & Chickenhawk jam out to more of Mr. Testa's awesome accordion tunes!

    33 min
  2. Mike Kemp: The Irwin Playground Basketball League

    JUN 19

    Mike Kemp: The Irwin Playground Basketball League

    Dubs and legendary McKeesport hooper Mike Kemp talk about the teams that participated in the Irwin Playground Basketball League in the 1990s. They discuss the cast of characters that played during the games, and then spent time together after the games in the local bars arguing about who got the best of who on the blacktop!

    29 min
  3. Mike Kemp: The Ski Club Superstar!

    JUN 6

    Mike Kemp: The Ski Club Superstar!

    On this episode of Fried Jumbo, Dubs and Mike Kemp continue their chat, touching upon subjects such as McKeesport basketball, the high school ski club, freshman ball at Bethany College, and corporal punishment back in the late 70s and early 80s.

    33 min
  4. Mike Kemp: Heads vs. Reds

    MAY 30

    Mike Kemp: Heads vs. Reds

    On this week's episode of Fried Jumbo, Dubs spends some time talking with McKeesport legend Mike Kemp. They discuss the antics that Mike and his friends shared during their days playing basketball, baseball, football and murder board at the Lincoln School Playground! The heads versus the reds were daily battles that made all of the kids better people!

    34 min
  5. Bob Weaver: Art Attack!

    MAY 15

    Bob Weaver: Art Attack!

    On this episode of the Fried Jumbo Podcast, Dubs and Whiz Kid continue their chat with local artist Bob Weaver. Bob shows off some of his amazing artwork, and explains his creative process that leads to such masterpieces. If you want to see Bob's work for yourself, you can find him at the Three Rivers Art Festival in June!

    29 min

  6. MAY 8

    Bob Weaver: The Value of Great Teaching

    On this episode of Fried Jumbo, Dubs and the Whiz Kid chat with local artist Bob Weaver about how art shaped his life. He shares stories about how he helped his students build confidence and find their passions through artistic expression, during his 37-year career as an educator at Yough School District.

    48 min
  7. Jim Wexell: An NFL Quarterback Conversation

    APR 23

    Jim Wexell: An NFL Quarterback Conversation

    On this bonus episode of Fried Jumbo, Dubs and Chickenhawk have a pre-NFL Draft discussion with Pittsburgh sports writer Jim Wexell about the current Steelers quarterback situation. We also discuss the Steelers history with missing out on some huge quarterback talents through the years. (Sammy Baugh, Dan Marino, Drew Brees, Tom Brady, Jalen Hurts and many more.)

    24 min
  8. Jim Wexell: Six Books and Counting!

    APR 17

    Jim Wexell: Six Books and Counting!

    On this episode of Fried Jumbo, Dubs and Chickenhawk chat with local Pittsburgh sports author Jim Wexell about his experiences chronicling the lives of Steelers stars Jack Lambert and Troy Polamalu, as well as his upcoming book on the late, great Craig Wolfley.

    36 min
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“Fried Jumbo” talks with those interesting people we have all met in our lives. What are the stories these characters have about lessons learned growing up, neighborhood friends, first loves, sports, activities, parents, economic situations, religious traditions, tragic events, and all the unusual moments and experiences that made them who they are today. Hear how different people grew up and the stories they have to tell.

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  • Creator
    Dubs and Chickenhawk
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Fried Jumbo
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