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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 and emotional suppression, which led to his drug use that started at the age of 9. Ryan also talks about his time in the Navy, his perspective on utilizing veteran benefits for future success, the power of a Positive Mental Attitude (PMA), the importance of self-reflection & self improvement, and writing as a therapeutic outlet.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Whiskey & Music

(12:20) — Real Talk on Purpose

(18:00) — Trauma & Addiction

(28:00) — Discovering Writing as a Lifeline

(37:05) — Reflections on the Navy & College

(45:43) — Gift of Second Chances

(58:10) — Learning, Growth, & Self-Reflection

(1:07:30) — Breaking Generational Traumas

(1:11:31) — Positive Mental Attitude (PMA)

(1:18:35) — Books for Self-Improvement

(1:26:20) —Embracing Failure and Building Success

(1:32:03) — Get Sh*t Done (GSD)

(1:45:15) — Post Traumatic Growth/Final Thoughts

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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 shares the struggles he faced growing up, his personal choice to be straight edge, and his return to the music industry. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, musician, or someone seeking a unique perspective, our conversation is sure to resonate with you!

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Josh Balz Intro

(5:10) — Pizza Stacks

(14:46) — Labeled & Undervalued

(27:15) — Minimalism & Decision Making

(33:40) — Streamline Your Business & Empower Your Employees

(41:15) — Branding & Details That Matter

(55:00) — Being Straight Edge & Youth Struggles

(1:01:20) — Money, Success, & Happiness

(1:22:40) — Final Thoughts

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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 upbringing within a family that’s deeply rooted in the food industry. We also explore the challenges of navigating stillness after we achieve the goals we set and the pressure of having to do something next. Savina also shares her personal experience of navigating motherhood, family business, and the importance of finding the right therapist.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Savina Ortiz Intro

(9:15) — Greek Culture, Greek Food, & Family Values

(25:46) — Becoming a Therapist & Self-Identity

(39:35) — Family Business

(53:05) — Living in Harmony

(1:02:10) — Living Authentically and Finding Your People

(1:13:15) — Final Thoughts

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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 division in today’s society, and the importance of seeing each other as human beings, even when disagreements arise.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Intro: Deputy Attorney General, Angela Sperrazza

(6:15) — Storytelling in the Courtroom

(10:50) — Trusting the Legal System

(15:43) — The Role of Law in Society

(26:25) — Fairness and Principles in Criminal Law

(35:43) — Honest Lawyers

(39:25) — Upholding the Law

(46:34) — Supportive Family

(53:12) — Sauna & Cold Plunge

(58:23) — Finding Perspective Through Disconnecting

(1:01:30) — Going Where the Monsters Live

(1:05:12) — Division in Society

(1:13:45) — Understanding Crime and Victimhood

(1:23:00) — Human Side of Prosecutors/Final Thoughts

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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 old, he moved to Georgia with $600 and a dream. Some days, he had to fish for food just to survive. Tresean’s story is a testament to the power of stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing the discomfort that comes with chasing greatness, while his childhood struggles serve as a remarkable reminder of the strength, courage, and resilience it takes to overcome adversity. Tresean is set to fight Bo Nickal on July 8th at UFC 290.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Tresean Gore Intro

(5:23) — South Carolina Roots

(10:45) — $600 Dollars and a Dream

(15:55) — Mr. Vicious & UFC Journey

(21:35) — Troubled Childhood & Chasing Greatness

(28:13) — Showing Up To A Challenge

(33:39) — Comparing Bo Nickal’s Skills

(33:39) — Don’t Be Average

(39:24) — Tresean’s Reaction To Bo Nickal’s Comments

(40:55) — UFC 290 Fight Prediction

(43:10) — Tresean’s Final Message

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Today’s guest OnTheStacks in the blu door studio is Mark Margavage, a consultant meteorologist, storm chaser, and Creator of Mark Margavage’s Weather Discussion Page on Facebook. In this episode, we talk about controversial topics like UFOs, COVID, climate change, and censorship. During our conversation, we discuss the mysterious wildfires in Canada that were potentially caused by arson, and the United States Military whistleblower that claims he has evidence that the government has a secret UFO retrieval program, and that they’re covering it all up. Mark also shows us data on climate change as we dive into the financial interests behind climate change policy and explore the potential consequences of censorship that occurs online and in social media when we have conversations and debates about controversial topics.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Mark Margavage Intro

(4:49) — Winter Weather Storm Chasing & Forecasting

(20:45) — Suspicious Canadian Wildfires

(26:50) — UFOs, Aliens, Military Whistleblower, & Gov’t Cover Up

(45:00) — Climate Change & Challenging the Narrative

(1:07:32) — Financial Interests in Climate Change Policy

(1:19:20) — Censorship, Scientists, & “Trust The Science”

(1:27:23) — Mark’s Weather Discussion Facebook Page

(1:40:23) — Award Winning Mustache

(1:45:20) — Aliens Part II

(1:50:23) — Final Thoughts

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This week’s OnTheStacks guest in the blu door studio is David Pearson, freelance graphic designer and board member of the NEPA Rainbow Alliance. In this episode, we talk about Pop Culture, Music, and Nostalgia of the 90’s. We also talk about overcoming social anxiety, grappling with imposter syndrome, and realizing there is no such thing as the perfect time and why you should start saying yes to more opportunities.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — David Pearson Intro

(4:20) — 90’s Nostalgia & Music

(25:37) — Graphic Design

(49:24) — Social Anxiety/Impostor Syndrome

(1:07:00) — Tragedy

(1:20:11) — Social Media & Being Yourself

(1:23:32) — Pride Fest

(1:31:27) — David Pearson, Thank You, Social Media, YouTube, Spotify & Apple

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This week’s OnTheStacks episode is a previously live Q&A that Bill moderated at the F.M. Kirby Center following the showing of the Documentary film, “Walk With Frank.” The Q&A features film subject & Vietnam War Veteran, Frank Romeo, and filmmakers & co-owners of Mayers Films, Matt & Ryan Mayers.

At 70 years old, Frank walked across the entire state of New York to raise awareness for PTSD & mental health. This is his story.

Walk With Frank is a film about self discovery, mental health, and one man’s journey towards understanding and embracing his own PTSD. In the Q&A we discuss the Impact the film has had on Frank’s life, the ongoing struggles veterans face, and ways we can keep the conversation going to end the stigma of mental health and to inspire others to open up about their own mental illness.

Warning: this episode contains some pretty heavy subject matter including PTSD and suicide, so listener & viewer discretion is advised.

Timestamps:

(0:00) — Introduction

(12:12) — Bridging the Gap Between Veterans & Non Veterans

(17:25) — Art Therapy

(30:06) — Impact of Documentary on Frank’s Life

(33:36) — Audience Member Questions

(40:48) — Walking Across Entire State of New York

(46:43) — Ways You Can Support Veteran PTSD

(48:10) — Thank You, Social Media, YouTube, Spotify & Apple

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Today’s OnTheStacks guest is Bri Majikes, Owner & Hair Stylist of BAM Studio. In this episode, Bri and I talk about understanding your value as a business owner, how to prioritize your time, and outsourcing certain tasks to give you the opportunity to grow your business, but also ways you can use that time to decompress and relax. Bri also shares her personal dealings with anxiety, identifying triggers, and the benefits of therapy.

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This week’s OnTheStacks guest in the blu door studio is Al Ornoski, Retired United States Lieutenant Colonel Army Ranger and Founder & Owner of Protection 6. In this episode, Al talks about the mental and physical strength he gained as an Army Ranger while living and fighting alongside Afghan forces during his deployment in the Middle East. Al recounts the stark reality he faced when his helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan, and the lessons he learned in the military that now translate to both business and civilian life. Al also shares his insights on the importance of trust, cultural understanding, and of course patriotism.

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