The Kerry and Swerve Show

Resilience & Reform: Jeffrey Lake’s Run for Change

Jeffrey Lake discusses his Scranton roots, mental health work and the Lake Foundation, and why he’s running for office. He outlines priorities like expanding childcare, passing the Counseling Compact, and regulating data centers, emphasizing door-to-door engagement and community-driven solutions.

Reassessment 2025: Facts, Fears, and the Future — with Patrick Tobin

In this episode, we sit down with Lackawanna County Director of Assessment Patrick Tobin for a deep, transparent conversation about the county’s first full reassessment in more than 50 years. Tobin breaks down how property values were determined, what homeowners should expect next, how appeals work, and why this process is so critical for fairness across the county. Whether you’re a homeowner, taxpayer, or simply trying to understand what reassessment really means, this episode answers the questions residents are asking.

When Hospitals Close: The Hidden Cost to Our Community

This episode explores hospital closures, overwhelmed emergency rooms, and the critical role Medicaid plays in keeping families and vulnerable patients safe.Frontline nurses and community leaders share personal stories about lost services, strained capacity, and the ripple effects on jobs, long-term care, and access to specialty services like NICU and OBGYN.Listeners hear why local advocacy, prevention, and policy decisions matter — and what can be done to protect healthcare in rural and regional communities.

Taking on the County: Breeda Holmes on Corruption, Reassessment, and Community Power

On this episode of The Swerve and Keri Show, hosts Keri and Swerve sit down with Breeda Holmes, a fierce community advocate, to unpack local and county issues affecting Lackawanna County.
They discuss the commissioners' drama, property reassessment concerns, the Dunmore landfill and school security decisions, a controversial gun raffle, the ICE detention, and the role of local party politics — all through the lens of grassroots activism and everyday families.
Tune in for candid, thoughtful conversation and a call to get involved in local civic life.

From Ship to Scranton: Amber Viola’s Fight for Veterans and Community

Navy veteran Amber Viola joins The Swerve and Keri Show to discuss her eight years of service, struggles with PTSD, and the challenges veterans face navigating the VA system.She talks about local politics, community issues in Scranton like schools and data centers, and her advocacy work as an author and social worker aiming to improve housing and mental health resources for veterans and their families.

Abington on the Brink: Party Fractures, ICE Raids, and a Local Fight for Democracy

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Episode: Leading Blue in a Red Town – Inside the Abington Democrats
 
Hosts Kerry and Swerve sit down with Lexi Kelly and Jen Partyka of the Abington Democrats to unpack the latest political turmoil in Lackawanna County.
 
They dig into:
 
Competing endorsements for county offices
Questions about party leadership and cronyism
The controversial county reassessment
Concerns over data centers
Community reactions to a recent ICE deportation in Dunmore
 
 
Swerve goes head-to-head with the Abington Democrats over their backing in the County Clerk race — arguing that Lauren Mailen is the better option — but the guests don’t back down. The hosts also discuss Senator Marty Flynn’s behind-the-scenes influence, whether Chris Kelly’s commentary could push the county red, and Max Conway’s statement on the ICE pickup that many see as trying to play both sides.
 
The episode closes with a call to action: how to get involved with the Abington Democrats, upcoming meetings, and the importance of building an informed, engaged electorate.

The Power Play

It’s pure Scranton drama this week! Tom Welby’s on the verge of an election win — but whispers say Brenda Sacco might refuse to recognize it. Kerry’s heated, Swerve’s standing up for Trump, and Bill Gaughan just got shoved out the back door in another round of shady political moves. Between Kerry’s wedding and a no-holds-barred debate on whether women are smarter than men, this episode has everything: chaos, comedy, and controversy.

🎙 Episode Title: “No Kings, No Cuts, No Crowns!” Dunmore JR Bucks C team joins us

In this episode, we’re diving into the SNAP benefits cutoff and asking the big question — is Bob Casey being a little sneaky? 👀 Then we’re shifting gears to local politics: is Gene Barrett really fit to be Mayor? We think not! Plus, we hit the field with the ACCJFL Dunmore Jr. Bucks C Team as they talk Super Bowl dreams and send a big shoutout to their A team. 💪🏈
Tune in for real talk, local news, and community vibes — straight from the heart of NEPA.

Mayoral Race: 🎙️ “Trish Beynon Unfiltered — Crime, Taxes & Scranton’s Future

Republican mayoral candidate Trish Beynon sits down with Kerry & Swerve for an in-depth discussion about Scranton’s challenges — and her plan to lead the city forward.
Topics include public safety, youth violence, affordable housing, economic growth, and restoring community trust in local government.
A must-listen for anyone following Scranton’s 2025 mayoral race.

Truth, Politics & Perception: A Conversation with Lauren Bieber Mailen

Lauren Bieber Mailen joins The Kerry & Swerve Show for an open, honest conversation about her journey as Lackawanna County Clerk of Judicial Records. She talks about the challenges of running for election, clearing up misconceptions, and what drives her to serve the community. From politics and pressure to personal values and legacy — this is Lauren, unfiltered.