Howdy, y'all! Welcome to Season 3!

Episodes

March 18, 2021

021 - Did you hear about the Cantor's wife???

Today, we meet Jonah's Aunt Tina and go for the long journey from marriage to a cantor, to divorce, to losing a child, to loving another woman, to cancer, and back again. The wisdom and honesty of this amazing woman will inspire all who come to...

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March 11, 2021

020 - Hello Dolly!

Today my old and dear friends Dave & Jeremy join us on the show for a long and interesting chat. We cover everything from favorite drinks to the scientific view of the pandemic to race and faith relations to the joys and trials of being gay in our...

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March 4, 2021

019 - Pandemic Positives: The Show Must Go On

Today we continue our series Pandemic Positives, focusing on those most affected by the pandemic and what they are doing to remain hopeful and focused through it all. We spend the hour with two of my oldest friends Lisa & Courtney, both teachers...

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Feb. 25, 2021

018 - Stompin' on Eggshells with DaMarceo Thomas

Today, my old friend and rapper DaMarceo Thomas joins me on the show to talk about camp life, hip-hop, race, and friendship. This is a true heart you don't find everyday and will leave you feeling the inspiration of living with intention. We also get...

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Feb. 18, 2021

017 - Pandemic Positives: Styx and Shmo

Today we continue our Pandemic Positives series as we meet Erica Berger-Brandt. Amazing therapist, Authentic Soul, and my very own sister. We tlk about our childhood, her path as a therapist, and how Covid has affected the therapy industry...

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Feb. 11, 2021

016 - MARIA MAISONET - Buffers and Pitbulls

This is an episode not to miss. Today we welcome Maria Maisonet. Former student of the University of New Haven. She chose to leave the school after a series of experiences with inaccessibility.

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Feb. 4, 2021

015 - DENNIS FRIEDMAN - Salt of the Earth

Today on another installment in our series Pandemic Positives, we meet my old camp friend and restaurateur, Dennis Friedman. Together we delve into his culinary history and focus on the impact of Covid on his beloved industry. And over the course of...

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Jan. 28, 2021

014 - PHIL ORD - Champion of Evolution

Today we sit a spell with my old friend, Phil Ord. Brilliant mind, Dry Wit, Champion of Nuclear Energy, and possesor of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. We talk about the pros and cons of Nuclear Energy. We talk about life with Muscular Dystrophy. We talk...

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Jan. 21, 2021

013 - VIRGIL DICKERSON - Listen to Your Mama!

In the first episode of our ongoing series Pandemic Positives, we meet Virgil Dickerson. Record Label Exec, Marketing Guru, and self-made Kim-Chi Tycoon. This unbelieveable tornado of a human being just never stops. And when he lost both of his jobs...

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Jan. 14, 2021

012 - KELLY STAHLMAN - Amor Fati

Think you have a lot to deal with. Come listen to my old friend Kelly’s lion’s share of challenges and be ready to learn. This woman is not only impressive because of the number of gargantuan trials she has been through, no, it is more so about...

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Jan. 7, 2021

011 - BERNADETTE SCARDUZIO - Her Daddy’s Daughter

This episode is a real treat as we sit down with Bernadette Scarduzio, Social Media Coordinator for the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation. In addition to her title, resident badass is perfectly fitting as well. She has a remarkable story to tell and an...

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Dec. 31, 2020

010 MARC RONICK - Pandemic Positives

It is time to ring in the new year and there is no better partner-in-crime than my best friend and producer of He Walks Like a Cowboy, Marc Ronick. Brothers for 33 years and counting, we talk of our history, the art of following your gut, and the...

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Dec. 24, 2020

009 Boiled Pine Needles

Today, on Christmas eve, Jonah takes a solo walk through his history as a Jewish kid in a Christian society. Walk with him as he spends Christmas with a friend's family, the day he almost bought a christmas tree, and his past romantic relationships...

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Dec. 17, 2020

008 DR. MIKE SHY - Playing in the Band

I have a friend. He’s funny and charming. He is a brilliant mind. In fact he is one of the world’s leading researchers for my disability. And I can’t wait to introduce you to Dr. Mike Shy. Come learn all there is to know about CMT and what it is...

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Dec. 10, 2020

007 ANDER - Duke Hamilton Von Shnufflestein

This week I sit down with Ander Hagberry. Old friend and adult who lives with High Functioning Autism. One in a million doesn’t begin to do Ander justice. He is a true one in a Trillion. Don’t miss this opportunity to swim in the waters of Autism...

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Dec. 3, 2020

006 JEANA - Livin on a Prayer

The human tornado, Jeana Sweeney is our guest on this intimate conversation with a true Rockstar. Jeana has Charcot Marie Tooth and has devoted her career to the CMTA. She is on a mission to fund the cure and she doesn’t take no for an answer. Join...

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Nov. 26, 2020

005 Jonah's Beautiful Turkey Legs

This time o' year, my thoughts turn to thankfulness. Now more than ever it is key to count your blessings and to remember how many others have it worse. We chat about my Bubbe's amazing journey to the U.S. and we discuss the power of focusing on the...

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Nov. 19, 2020

004 ERIN - The Balancing Act

Now more than ever, we need a reason to be hopeful for the future. Welcome to Erin Black. This young woman is the embodiment of the future is bright. We get into her challenges, her philosophies, her wisdoms, and the many ways that she is on this...

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Nov. 12, 2020

003 BETHANY MELOCHE - Firecrackers!

I have known Bethany Meloche for many years and I would best describe her as a lion with sheep's feet. There is a power about this soft spoken woman that is amazing to participate in. We cover her disability, her wisdom, her humor, and her magic. She...

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Nov. 5, 2020

002 MARILYN BERGER - The Chosen Ones

My dear ole mom, Marilyn joins me on the show to talk about my childhood, her path with discovering disability in our family, and parenting through a physical challenge. My mom has always been an amazing person and I think you will love this chat with...

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Nov. 5, 2020

001 DRE - Pinch the Piles

On today’s episode, I welcome my old friend and American badass, Andrea Moore. Businesswoman, photographer, poet, speaker, and visionary. We delve into the many ways that Andrea has challenges, faces them, learns from them and then proceeds to teach...

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Oct. 20, 2020

Howdy Y'all - Meet Jonah

An honest discussion of the human spirit, the value of a positive attitude, and how strength can be found in the weakest of places. This podcast journey will take you beyond your comfort zone to where you start to really learn about yourself and your...

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