If you heard this guest list — ESPN’s Seth Greenberg, NFL star Billy Price, world champion boxers Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini and Kelly Pavlik, and MLB players like Joey Cantillo and Michael McKenry — you might think you were watching a national TV program. But what if we told you it was actually a group of 6th graders at Roosevelt Elementary?
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Welcome to the S&S Podcast, a student-run show at Roosevelt Elementary that has become a unique and exciting learning opportunity. Led by hosts Sasha and Serafina, with technical production handled by William, Alex, Shawn, Luke, and Sammy, the podcast is giving students real-world experience in communication, journalism, and media production — and they’re absolutely thriving.
“It’s been amazing to see how many people are willing to support our students and be part of something special,” said Ronghi. “The kids are learning how to research, prepare questions, communicate professionally, and think on their feet — all while having fun.”
The guest list is packed with household names and local legends alike, including:
Andrew Toole, Robert Morris Head Basketball Coach
Doug Phillips, YSU Head Football Coach
Guillermo Diaz Graham, Pitt Panthers basketball player
Maryann Graff of K-105
Nick Santucci, Ohio State Representative
JR Harvey, Social Media Influencer
McDonald Mayor Ray Lewis
Police Chief Ryan Rhongi
Superintendent Kevin O’Connell
And several McDonald educators
What started as a fun classroom idea has become a platform for learning, and it’s showcasing just how capable, curious, and creative students can be when given the tools and the opportunity.
