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From The Streets to Best Selling Author with Justin Reeves
4d ago
38 mins
From The Streets to Best Selling Author with Justin Reeves
Today we spoke with Justin Reeves aka JD The Author about his best selling book "Post-Traumatic Streets Disorder: A Battle Within". The book describes his striving for a better life against all odds. Now the proud father of three boys, JD takes us through the ongoing process of his writing and his quest for a better life for his family and himself.For more information about JD The Author and his book, please visit http://www.jdtheauthor.com
4d ago
38 mins
The Caves of Minnesota with Dr. Greg Brick
We discuss the history of the man-made caves beneath the Minneapolis/St. Paul area with Dr. Greg Brick. Retired as a Hydrologist with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Dr. Brick is the preeminent authority on the history of the caves, which were built specifically for breweries and cheese factories in the pre-refrigeration 18th century. Dr. Brick is the author of "SUBTERRANEAN TWIN CITIES" , "MINNESOTA CAVES: HISTORY AND LORE ", "MINNESOTA UNDERGROUND", in addition to other books on the subject. To learn more about these caves, and the work of Dr. Brick, visit www.drgregbrick.com
May 16 2022
59 mins
I Met a Ghost at Gettysburg With Don Allison
Today we spoke with Don Allison, author of "I Met a Ghost at Gettysburg: A Journalist's Journey Into the Paranormal". Mr. Allison has had quite a few paranormal experiences at Gettysburg, which led him on a journey from a naturally skeptical journalist to a hesitant believer in the supernatural. This podcast covers some of that journey, his book, and subsequent follow-up "I Met More Ghosts at Gettysburg: A Journalist's Paranormal Journey Continues".For more information about these books, and future projects of Mr. Allison, please visit www.imetaghost.com
May 9 2022
55 mins
On The Coca-Cola Trail With Larry Jorgensen
We discuss the two great books by Larry Jorgensen; "The Coca-Cola Trail" and the sequel "Return To The Coca-Cola Trail". Mr. Jorgensen discusses the history and origins of The Coca-Cola company, and the innovations over the years that made it the iconic company it is today.Visit www.cocacolatrail.com to learn more about the books.
May 2 2022
1 hr 2 mins
What's Up? The Bronx!
Today, we spoke with Tim Leary about the great good fortune of growing up in Parkchester, The Bronx, New York.
Apr 25 2022
1 hr 12 mins
Special Education and Covid With John Hogan
We discussed the challenges of teaching Physical Education during the pandemic with John Hogan.Mr. Hogan is the Adaptive Physical Education Department Chair of Orange/Ulster BOCES in New York State.
Apr 18 2022
53 mins
Reclaiming The Past With Sculptor Conrad Levenson
Noted Architect and Sculptor Conrad Levinson discusses his Brooklyn, NY roots and his transition from architecture to sculpture using reclaimed woods and metals.Visit http://www.conradlevenson.com/ to learn about his upcoming shows.Mr. Levenson is a veteran member of the Sculptors Guild www.https://www.sculptorsguild.org/
Apr 11 2022
57 mins
An Old Guy Talks To Me
We talked today with Dr. Orest Komarnyckyj about his podcast Old Guy Talks To Me, which focuses on “Helping Older Guys Create Kick-Ass Lives For Themselves and Those They Love”.Orest discusses a variety of topics with a variety of guests, and is centered on how you can enjoy life to the fullest in your senior years.For more information about his podcast, visit http://www.oldguytalkstome.com
Apr 4 2022
51 mins
Lego Collecting for Adults With Black Glove Bricks
We talk with Steve from Black Glove Bricks about the ever growing community of adults who collect Lego. Steve describes the enjoyment of the hobby, the discovery of one's inner child, and the artistic expression the hobby allows.For more information, and an irreverent and humorous look at the industry, visit the Black Glove Brick YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFdwvkN-yA7ahiFYf8x3KzQand also visit http://www.BlackGloveBricks.com
Mar 28 2022
1 hr
Surviving PTSD In Nature with Jillian A. Brown
We discuss treating PTSD through nature with Jillian A. Brown. A Canadian, Jillian has Kayaked across the USA from Oregon to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jillian has self-treated her PTSD through "living in the moment" in nature. To that end she is an Eco-Guardian, and a PTSD & Mental Health Educator .Jillian A. Brown is also an accomplished photographer and documenter of her camping and hiking adventures, from the vast expanses of her native British Columbia. You can learn more about Jillian by visiting her Instagram photography page at https://www.instagram.com/jillianabrownphotography/?hl=en
Mar 21 2022
53 mins
Stuck On The Outside With Herbert Eric Stephens
A wild and wicked story of intellectual property theft as told by Herbert Eric Stephens, the author of "Stuck On The Outside". It is, indeed, a wild story but the caveat is Mr. Stephens has significant documentation back up his claims. Check out the link to the book, which has kindle excerpts available, here: https://www.amazon.com/Literary-Documentation-Book-STUCK-OUTSIDE-ebook/dp/B07BNQX2BR
Mar 14 2022
1 hr 32 mins
Peeking Down The Rabbit Hole
Exploring the rabbit holes of politics, pandemics, and baseball with Chris McGeady. To learn more about his business, visit http://www.cnmhousingsolutions.com
Mar 7 2022
1 hr 2 mins
Solving The World's Problems Part 2
Sean E. Boy discusses the state of professional sports, changes in the economy, and changes in society, in general.#baseball#economics
Feb 28 2022
1 hr 1 min
Ecommerce Strategies With Dan Cassidy #41
We discuss Ecommerce strategies with Dan Cassidy. Dan is the CEO of Brandhopper Digital, a leader in digital advertising through Shopify. To find out more about Brandhopper Digital, visit http://www.brand-hopper.comDan is also the owner of Dry Rub, an unique car-care product that protects your car seats. for more information on Dry Rub, visit http://www.getdryrub.com#Ecommerce#digital advertising
Feb 21 2022
56 mins
Military Antique Collecting With Dr. Gil Perrone
Doctor Gil Perrone is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon on Central Park West in Manhattan. Over the years he has developed a love of military history and has accumulated an extensive collection of militaria dating from the Revolutionary War to the current day. We discuss how he got into the hobby, and some of the special historical items he has acquired.For more info about his dental practice, call (212)496-6343 or email his office at wsomfs@aol.com.For further info regarding Dr. Perrone's collection, please call (914)980-8678
Feb 14 2022
1 hr 3 mins
Sean E. Boy Gets Political
The usually apolitical Sean E. Boy gets some things off his chest.
Feb 7 2022
1 hr 10 mins
An 1820 Farmhouse With Brooke Fedigan
We discuss the blog Farmhouse 1820 with it's author, Brooke Fedigan.As she and her family purchased an old house, she started a blog to document the upgrades, improvements, and decorations to the house. The blog itself has grown into a full lifestyle website, which can be found at Farmhouse1820.com
Jan 31 2022
46 mins
Keeping Warm At The Mets Hot Stove
Sean E. Boy and special guest Keith Del Valle, both life-long Met fans, discuss the upcoming 2022 baseball season. Mr. Del Valle is an accomplished high school baseball coach who took his team to the New York City championship.
Jan 24 2022
56 mins
A Drive Through Covid
Sean E. Boy and special guest Keith Del Valle discuss their battles with the Covid virus and the therapeutics used to overcome it's effects quickly.
Jan 17 2022
1 hr
Season 2 Opener
Audio from our Live YouTube Season 2 Opener. "Phone a friend", with four special guests.
Jan 10 2022
1 hr 6 mins
