The OnTheStacks podcast with by Bill Corcoran Jr. is Real Talk on Purpose! This podcast features deep dive conversations into the mindset of high performing individuals and what makes them unstoppable even when the odds are stacked against them! Listen and learn from entrepreneurs, creative thinkers, change-makers, and up-and-comers that go beyond passion to find their purpose and achieve their goals. This podcast will transform your mindset to unlock your full potential! 🧠💭🔋💯
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An appreciation of cult horror, DIY filmmaking, and grindhouse aesthetics, hosted by bizarro author Jeff Burk and vaporwave splatterpunk Lucas Mangum.
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This is a podcast for pure-of-heart storytellers and people fed up with corporate smoke and mirrors. Former BBC correspondent Mike Sergeant goes out in search of fascinating human beings and their stories. Each person featured is a communications expert in some way. But this podcast goes WAY beyond the usual PR and Comms world to seek out some deeper truths. Actors, novelists, illustrators, journalists, podcasters, CEOs, charity leaders and TED talkers. They all feature here. Each conversati ...
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Able Heart: Melodies of Manifestation: Turning Setbacks into Soundtracks | Ep.199
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill chats with Able Heart, Miami based-singer, songwriter and producer. Able was lost in life after his Amateur US Olympic snowboarding career came to an abrupt halt due to an injury. For years, he questioned his life and struggled with depression and addiction in his hometown of Philadelphia until he found a deep…
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Entrepreneurship: From Start-Up To Scale-Up | Ep.198 Lauren Gorney
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill chats with Lauren Gorney, co-owner of NEPA’rogi. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit or a curiosity ignited by stories of business navigation, then this episode is for you. We share the full spectrum of our entrepreneurial adventures, from embracing our unique creative abilities and setting dynamic goals, to…
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How I Went From Unemployed to $500 Million in Real Estate | Ep.197: Dave Wychock Jr.
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill chats with Dave Wychock Jr., Real Estate Broker and host of the Real Estate Right Now Podcast. After being laid off from his pharmaceutical sales job, Dave went all in on real estate, and in less than 10 years, he has done nearly $500 million in real estate sales. In this episode, Dave shares his expertise on …
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Intellectual Disabilities: Challenges, Progress, & Social Impact | Ep.196: Frank Bartoli
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down Frank Bartoli, Founder and CEO of PA Inclusive, a non-profit focused on creating and supporting inclusive and sustainable lives for people with disabilities. In this episode we discuss the challenges faced by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the innovative solutions to pr…
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Dennis Cavaliere (Part II): Murder, Reform, & Redemption | Ep.195
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(Part II – Continued from Ep.194) This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with Dennis Cavaliere, from 10th and Oregon Ave. in Philadelphia. When he was 11 years old, his father was murdered. About 5 years later, on January 4th, 1990, at the age of 16, Dennis murdered a man with a ball peen hammer. At the time of this recording, Dennis was …
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Dennis Cavaliere (Part I): Murder, Reform, & Redemption | Ep.194
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(Part I) This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with Dennis Cavaliere, from 10th and Oregon Ave. in Philadelphia. When he was 11 years old, his father was murdered. About 5 years later, on January 4th, 1990, at the age of 16, Dennis murdered a man with a ball peen hammer. At the time of this recording, Dennis was out of prison for only 71…
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Sipping on Pop Culture: Smoothies & Celeb Buzz | Ep.193 Mattia Krappa
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with Mattia Krappa, owner of Lucca Fresca – the TikTok-famous smoothie shop in Scranton Pennsylvania. In this episode, we tackle the impact of celebrities in sports – think public figures boosting NFL game viewership. Specifically, the curious case of Taylor Swift’s relationship with Kansas City Chie…
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Mayor Mike Lombardo: Art, Politics, & Psychology | Ep.192
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with Mike Lombardo, Mayor of the City of Pittston. In a world where politics often feels rigid and divisive, Mayor Mike is a breath of fresh air. His commitment to the city he loves is matched by his willingness to roll up his sleeves and tackle challenges head-on, even if it means spending a day on …
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Harlem Threads: Streetwear, Culture & Hip-Hop | Ep.191 Carlos Betances
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill is joined by Carlos Betances, CEO of Jazrae Wear clothing line. Born and raised in Harlem, Carlos fondly recalls the many times he and his late-brother were “chillin’ on the stoop,” in front of their building. It served as a meeting place for friends and family, a hangout before and after sporting events, and …
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"The first stage is hallucinatory. The second stage is glandular. The third stage is .... AHHHHH." Body Melt is one of Australia's most bizarre genre films of the 1990s, perhaps ever. What do you get when you cross David Cronenberg, Troma, and the books of Edward Lee? Whatever you're picturing right now looks a lot like Body Melt.…
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$3 Million Later: Success Fueled by Doubt & Criticism | Ep.190 Jordan Consagra
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill joined by Jordan Consagra, Partner at MDK Realty. Ever been severely doubted? Criticized? Told you’ll never make it? Then this is the episode for you. We find solace in the enduring bonds of long-standing friendships, even as we navigate the ebbs and flows of our evolving careers. The podcasting world, like li…
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Building a Business Around the Life You Want to Live | Ep.189 Cory Panettieri
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill is joined by Cory Panettieri, Founder of the Locals Only Project. In this episode, we talk about the entrepreneurial grind and the sacrifices of building a brand, remaining authentic on social media, seizing opportunities for monetization and growth, and building a reliable reputation for success. Enjoy! Thank…
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George Romero's Martin (w/ Filmmaker Mike Lombardo)
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How have we done this show about DIY filmmaking and independent horror movies without doing an episode on a George A. Romero movie? No idea. We bring in Pennsylvania writer/director Mike Lombardo to get to the bottom of it, as we discuss the lesser seen vampire film MARTN.
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Chris Sanders, MD: Nip, Tuck, Click: Beauty in the Age of Algorithms | Ep.188
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This week in the blu door studio Bill sits down with Chris Sanders, MD, Chief of the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN). Dr. Sanders brings his expertise to the table, providing an insightful look at the psychological facets of plastic surgery, body dysmorphia, the need for managing patien…
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Jarrett Ferentino: True Crime, Murder & Mayhem | Ep.187
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This week in the blu door studio Bill is joined by Jarrett Ferentino, a federal and state trial lawyer with over two decades of experience and a remarkable track record of successfully handling a wide range of cases for individual, corporate, and government clients, including over 100 homicides, sexual abuse, and drug trafficking cases. Step behind…
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2023 is officially history. Hear Jeff Burk and Lucas Mangum spit on its grave.
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The Children (2008 British Horror Movie)
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Jeff Burk and Lucas Mangum discuss the underrated 2008 horror movie THE CHILDREN. Have you seen this? What did you think?
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Empowering the Next Generation: Career Paths and Community Roots | Ep.186: Lindsay Griffin-Boylan
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In this episode, our Executive Producer, Jimmy T. Martin, takes the reins as our guest host in the blu door studio, and is joined by Lindsay Griffin-Boylan, who serves as the President & CEO of the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce. It’s vital to remember where we came from, understanding where we are now, and visualizing where we want to …
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Gabrielle D’Amico: The Unscripted Journey To Hollywood, Comedy Writing, & Entertainment | Ep.185
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with Hollywood Screenwriter, Gabrielle D’Amico. Join us in this entertaining and enlightening episode, with someone who turned her hobby of writing into an inspiring Hollywood story. In this episode, Gabrielle candidly discusses her unique career journey, detailing how she balanced her love for writi…
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Quite possibly the most problematic film ever made, Goodbye Uncle Tom is nonetheless a part of outsider filmmaking history and demands discussion. We took care to handle this discussion as responsibly as we could, given the content of the film and its troubled production.
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Tapping into Nature’s Wisdom: Leadership Lessons, Growth, & Relationships | Ep.184 Dr. Katie Leonard
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This week in blu door studio, Bill is joined by Dr. Katie Leonard, President & CEO of Johnson College. In this episode, Dr. Leonard shares her passion for student welfare and provides an intriguing insight into her tattoos and daily routine of hiking, meditation, and reading/writing. We also discuss the power of manifestation, the value of being pr…
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BRANKO: “The Troubles” in Ireland, Mental Health, Addiction, & Hip-Hop | Ep.183
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with the Irish hip-hop artist, BRANKO. In an emotional episode, BRANKO shares his powerful story of growing up in Northern Ireland during the violent religious and political conflict known as “The Troubles,” losing his mother to suicide when he was a teenager, and his 10-year battle with alcoholism. …
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UFO Abduction (aka The McPherson Tape)
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In the late 1980s, filmmaker Dean Alioto took to the woods of Connecticut with a troop of improv actors and his camera to shoot a microbudget SF horror movie. A pioneering work utilizing the found footage technique, UFO Abduction turned out to be a lot more than that. The film has circulated heavily in UFO circles as evidence of extraterrestrial ac…
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Garza Crew: Building a Media Empire with my Kids, Content Creation, & Motherhood | Ep.182 Adrea Garza
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This week in the blu door studio, Bill sits down with Adrea Garza, mom of the mom + twins influencer trio @garzacrew from Edmond, Oklahoma.What started out as a fun and creative way for Adrea to document her daughters growing up, turned into a full blown media company amassing 4.6 million followers. Her career goal was to work her way up the corpor…
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Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988 Horror Comedy)
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Killer Klowns from Outer Space is over 35 years old and holds up brilliantly. Often named as a movie that's "so bad, it's good," we strongly disagree; this movie is smarter than a lot of people give it credit for. Great practical FX, a wicked sense of humor, and underlying social statements abound in this cult classic.…
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BALDACCI: Gangbanger at 13, EFxFORT MUSIC, Meeting Estevan Oriol, Tattoos, & Family | Ep.181
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BALDACCI, also known as “The Face of LA,” is a Mexican-American rapper from South Los Angeles’ Florence District, whose distinct appearance of tattoos covering his entire body, including his face, tell a story of pride, family, and loyalty. When he was 13, Baldacci followed in the footsteps of his father, Big Sailor, by joining Florencia-13 (F13), …
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Freemasonry, Philosophy, & Nature: A Guiding Compass for Self-Transformation | Ep.180 Warren Steury
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Ep.180. We took the blu door studio on a road trip to Nashville, TN! In today’s #OnTheStacks episode, I sat down with Warren Steury, a Master Mason of the West Nashville Phoenix Freemasons’ Lodge #131. We take a deep dive into the myths and mysteries of Freemasonry, a fraternity often viewed through a distorted lens, despite its noble legacy dating…
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With one foot in Strangeville and one foot in Tromaville, we take a look at the 2009 feature from cult author/filmmaker/comic creator Kevin Strange. Together, we attempt to piece together the connections between it and Strange's other work and ogle some seriously impressive practical effects. Like what we do here? Want us to do more of it? Consider…
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Seizures, Synesthesia, & Songwriting: Finding Melody Amid Chaos | Ep.179 April Rose Gabrielli
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Ep.179. We took the blu door studio on a road trip to Nashville, TN! This is the 2nd of 4 episodes from the #OTSroadShow. In today’s #OnTheStacks episode, Bill sat down with April Rose Gabrielli, a Billboard charting alternative-rock/pop singer, songwriter, producer & pianist. In 2020, she was diagnosed with epilepsy. The profound mental health eff…
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Psilocybin Mushrooms as Therapy, Managing Yelawolf, & Photography | Ep.178 Edward Crowe
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Ep.178: We took the blu door studio on a road trip to Nashville, TN! This is the 1st of 4 episodes from the OTS Road Show. In this episode, Bill sat down with Edward Crowe, a music business executive, photographer, high dose psilocybin ceremonial leader, mystic, & citizen scientist.He says psilocybin mushrooms quite literally saved his life.Commonl…
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Confessions of a Viral Nail Tech: Jailhouse Jen, Yelawolf, & Client Goals | Ep.177 @handittoheather
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In today’s #OnTheStacks episode in the blu door studio, I am joined by Viral TikToker and Nail Tech, @handittoheather. Heather will leave you in stitches with her hilarious client stories, including the infamous Jailhouse Jen, and the unexpected gifts she often receives from her clients. This episode is filled with laughter, intriguing business ide…
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On today's episode, Jeff and Lucas discuss SLEEPAWAY CAMP II: UNHAPPY CAMPERS. Jeff is unhappy that Lucas made him watch it. Lucas is unhappy that Jeff doesn't like slasher movies. Plus, connectivity issues, the evolution of the slasher film, and 90s crime thrillers.
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Finding Common Ground Over Food: Community, Content, & Creativity | Ep.176 Jim Mirabelli
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Sorry, but you do not have permission to view this content.By Bill Corcoran Jr.
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Death of a Vlogger (2019 Found Footage Horror)
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This week, Jeff and Lucas discuss 2019's DEATH OF A VLOGGER. What's this hidden gem all about? Like a lot of underrated films, it's both of and ahead of its time. Our hosts dig into the nitty gritty details of this found footage creepshow.
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U.S. Army General: Battles, Badges, and Building Resilience | Ep.175 General John Gronski, (Ret.)
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Join me in the blu door studio for today’s episode, as I converse with Major General John Gronski U.S. Army (Ret.), a leader who commanded a brigade of 5,000 Soldiers and Marines in Ramadi Iraq in 2005-2006, which, at that time is said to have been the bloodiest and most dangerous place in the world. General Gronski is now the CEO & Founder of Lead…
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Saw 4D: Psyched by the Multiverse of Madness
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Jeff watched THE BEAR and rewatched all the SAW movies. Lucas watched PSYCHED BY THE 4D WITCH and DR. STRANGE AND THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS. They're both probably done with the MCU for the time being, but they're here for a Hasbro cinematic universe, only if it involves Ouija boards and Furby. Head to our Patreon for early access to weekly episodes…
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Playing for Dough: The Intriguing Blend of Esports, Earnings, & Food Culture | Ep.174 Dave Cecconi
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In today’s episode in the blu door studio, I sit down with Dave Cecconi, Games Director and Agent at SEG. Our discussion begins with the Esports and content creator community, player navigation, managing relationships, and earnings in the Esports industry. We also touch on the influence of technology, as we explore the impact of streaming services …
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Jeff and Lucas recap the shenanigans of Killer Con Weekend! Big shoutout to the new wave of extreme horror and splatterpunk.
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The Road To Reinvention: Switching Gears To Pursue Your Own Path | Ep.173 Katrina Wallace
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We’ve all been there, right? Stuck in the proverbial grind, checking off the boxes of societal expectations. It was in these moments that Katrina Wallace dared to challenge the status quo, trading her familial obligations to carve out a path of her own. She reminds us of the strength that lies in unexpected support and the transformative power that…
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Something in the Dirt (Benson and Morehead's Triumphant Return)
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During the pandemic, Benson and Moorehead made perhaps the best movie about the pandemic without directly talking about it. Cosmic horror, relatable characters, and tragedy abound in this low-budget nightmare.
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The Konkrete Path To The Podium: Ingredients For Success As An Athlete & Coach | Ep.172 Steve Mytych
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Join Bill in the blu door studio with Steve Mytych, the Rutgers University Assistant Wrestling Coach. He is a four-time NCAA Division I national qualifier at Drexel University, where he became the Dragons’ all-time leader in wins with 137 during his career from 2005-2010. He went on to represent the Lehigh Valley Athletic Club and Team USA on the O…
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Viral Influencer Realities: Criticism, Authenticity, & Financial Independence | Ep.171 Kae Ellsworth
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Join me in the blu door studio as I sit down with social media influencer and model, Kae Ellsworth, as we explore her digital journey and the world of social media influencers and content creators. But Kae isn’t your typical social media influencer. She’s a fierce advocate for self-reliance, financial independence, and the power of smart investment…
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Sharks have been a staple of cinema since Jaws frightened a generation of swimmers way back in the summer of 1975, but few know just the extent of their involvement like author, poet, and marine biologist Susan Snyder. Jeff Burk and Lucas Mangum brought her on the show to discuss the depth and breadth of this subgenre and why it matters.…
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Believe, Strum & Repeat. Finding Joy Amidst Tragedy. | Ep.170 Jimmy Stranger
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Join me OnTheStacks in the blu door studio as we journey through the life of musician Jimmy Stranger. In this episode, Jimmy opens up about the painful chapter of his life in 2004, marked by the brutal murder of his high school sweetheart, Carrie Lynn Martin, and the subsequent loss of his father that sent him into a downward spiral of addiction an…
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The Gift of Second Chances: Triumph Over Trauma & Addiction | Ep.169 Ryan Evans
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Today in the blu door studio I’m joined by Luzerne County native & US Navy Veteran, Ryan Evans. His story is intertwined with the theme of gifts, from monetary funds to the intangibles he has received throughout his life. In this episode, we dive deep into Ryan’s childhood, exploring his experiences growing up in a home filled with domestic abuse a…
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Beyond Labels: Redefining Success | Ep.168 Josh Balz
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Today in the blu door studio I’m joined by Josh Balz, Entrepreneur and former Keyboardist with Motionless in White. Josh is unapologetically himself. His way of thinking and living has allowed him to achieve massive success as an entrepreneur. In my conversation with Josh we talk about the perspective of money, success, and happiness. Josh also sha…
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Greek Culture, Family Business, & The Pursuit of Harmony | Ep.167 Savina Ortiz
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Today in the blu door studio I’m joined by Savina Ortiz – Mother, Therapist & Mental Health Advocate. Savina believes that perfect balance in life does not exist, and instead promotes the idea of harmony, where different aspects of life coexist harmoniously. In this episode, Savina talks about her Greek cultural heritage, which intertwines with her…
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Mad God is a nightmare captured on celluloid. From the mind of special FX artist Phil Tippet, the film follows an unnamed "assassin" as they descend into hell and encounter all sorts of hideous monstrosities. A passion project in every sense, Mad God is the ideal entry point for genre fans curious about true arthouse cinema.…
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Fairness in Law: A Prosecutor’s Perspective | Ep.166 Deputy Attorney General, Angela Sperrazza
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What happens when storytelling meets law? Join me as I sit down in the blu door studio with Deputy Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Angela Sperrazza, as we peel back the layers of the world of law and the concept of fairness – a principle that is so integral to the profession. We also talk about the cultural history of law, the…
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Tresean Gore: Fighting Through Adversity, Chasing Greatness, & UFC 290 | Ep.165
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Today’s guest OnTheStacks in the blu door studio is UFC Middleweight Fighter, Tresean Gore, aka “Mr. Vicious.” Brought to you by our friends at Sweat Tent! Get $100 OFF with code OTS at SweatTent.com. In this powerful conversation, Tresean opens up about the struggles of his upbringing in his hometown in rural South Carolina. When he was 19 years o…
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