Arroe Collins: Unplugged & Totally Uncut

It was 60 years ago this month that Bob Dylan brought his full-band electrical circus to the masses. The outspoken, topical folk singer from Hibbing, Minnesota became the toast of the folk world through his incredible songwriting, razor wit, pointed barbs and completely original style evident in songs like “Blowin’ in the Wind,” “Don’t Think Twice” and “It Ain’t Me, Babe.” But in 1965, he flipped over that table to join his rock and roll contemporaries by going all in on folk-rock. And when he did it, he hired a motley group of mostly Canadian youngsters called the Hawks to bring this to his audience, which almost always met with their scorn and derision, but Bob was dead set on moving on to his next phase and bringing his audience with him. In his latest article for the Strange Brew, which is Part 1 of 2, music historian Scott G. Shea tells the story of the Hawks, who would later change their name to the Band, how they came together as a unit and hooked up with Dylan.


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In a world of labels being placed on people, one father and one son were determined to break that tag, even if it was one of autism. This is their story. In a world quick to label, judge, and box in people, one father and son stood firm and refused to be defined by an autism diagnosis. If you're channel surfing and happen upon Leland Vittert during his nightly national cable show on NewsNation, he comes off as a poised journalist prying nuggets from guests. If you watched him for years as an anchor at Fox News Channel, you saw him on the battlefields of the Middle East, the anchor desk, and the White House North Lawn. No one, including friends and co-workers, has ever known his full life story and how miraculous it was to get to that point.Leland was a socially awkward boy who didn't speak for years, and when he finally did, teachers and leaders declared him "weird." His unique behavior and inability to connect with his peers made him a frequent target for bullying and exclusion. In one particularly harsh moment, a school principal bluntly told his parents, "The people here think Leland is pretty weird. I guess I do, too." Those words felt like being shot with an arrow, as his parents sat in stunned silence, grappling with their own fears and uncertainties for their son's future. From a young age, Leland showed signs of being Autistic, a term rarely used at the time, struggling with social cues, communication, and behavioral norms that came naturally to other kids. The diagnosis didn't deter his father, Mark. He knew the world wouldn't change for Leland, so he quit his job and began changing Leland for the world. He became a full-time parent-coach, training Leland and teaching him the skills he needed to navigate in society. Simple concepts like eye contact, understanding humor, and instilling motivations had to be taught painstakingly. From hundreds of pushups at age 7 to toughen him against bullies, to coaching him through complex social interactions, Mark's relentless dedication changed the trajectory of Leland's life. Born Lucky offers an intimate look into their inspiring journey. Leland lays bare his experiences of the crushing bullying during middle and high school, the sting of rejection continuing into college, and his ultimate transformation into an esteemed journalist. But above all, this book is a love letter from a grateful son, who despite his diagnosis, trusted his father and defied all odds. It offers hope to every parent and every child who is grappling with their own unique challenges, to be inspired to break labels, tear down the walls that society builds, and create a better future.


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Frankie Quiñones hits the stage to unpack love, addiction, and the high-stakes politics of the family carne asada. This marks Frankie Quiñones’ first hour-long comedy special directed by Emmy® winner Ali Wong.Frankie Quiñones is a stand-up comedian, actor, and creator, known for his character work. Frankie stars in HULU's critically claimed, THIS FOOL, for which he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the Independent Spirit Awards. Frankie also recently wrapped a pilot for his own sketch show at Hulu entitled GET FRANKIE.Frankie also recurs on FX's WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS and animated series FIRED ON MARS and VICTOR & VALENTINO, both for HBO MAX. Other acting credits include MR MAYOR, FELIZ NAVIDAD, THE DRESS UP GANG, PAPI CHULO, and the upcoming WALKING DEAD Spin off, to name a few. 


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I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   How is it we become more aware and begin lifting our game of caring when all things are going wrong?  Plus…do personal battles actually serve as greater lessons?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It’s still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess…  

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I’m CT…  When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world.  Everybody has to have a job.  Mine is C.S.  Customer Service.  Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guest who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location.  Episode 197 The July 4th Weekend, Wow has Covid Made A Comeback Plus The Charleston Chew Has Returned To Store Shelves This is C.T.C.S.  

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Welcome back to the studio.  This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up.  The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own.  Then I realized that you are just as important.  Share the reality of how it really went.  We begin things with author Sandra Schnakenburg who in late 2024 invited into the world the book The Housekeepers Secret Our second conversation takes us deep into the lyrics written by the legends of love song writing.  The book?  We Found Love By Song:  The Stories Behind 100 Romantic Hits Then we’ll wrap things up with Shanti Lowry one of the founding members of the Pussycat Dolls.  In late 2024 she was starring the thriller chiller Persona. This is My Day of Play.  Completely unedited in the way of meeting the wizard behind the curtain.  

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Claribel Ortega returns to her much beloved middle grade series Witchlings with the fourth book, SCEPTER OF MEMORIES. In this new book, evil dwells in Ravenskill and it’s up to the Spares to prevent it from taking over. Seven, Thorn, and Valley are determined to stop Ambert Lophiifor’s plan of taking over the Twelve Towns. With Seven’s Uncle powers and their new coven behind them, surely they’ll be able to defeat him at last. But strange things are happening around Ravenskill—the Witchlings’ allies are starting to forget them! When the Witchlings are charged with the crime of practicing unnatural and dangerous magic, no one is there to come to their defense. Without any support, the Witchlings are forced to flee beyond the borders of the Twelve Towns and into the swirling grey mists of the Enchanted Grim, hoping to find the one witch who might have the knowledge and power to help them: Delphinium Larkspur. The Grim is an uncharted wilderness filled with monstruos, where no normal witch would ever be able to survive. But there’s nothing normal about the Witchlings, their courage, or their friendship. Together with their Nightbeasts, they are determined to find a way to save their home. Even if it means embracing the monstruos within themselves.


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Hollywood Hustler: Glitz, Glam, Scam chronicles the meteoric rise and catastrophic fall of Zach Horwitz, an aspiring actor described by friends as obsessed with achieving A-list status, as he orchestrates one of Hollywood's most audacious financial frauds.Executive produced and directed by two-time Emmy Award-nominated Rebecca Chaiklin (Tiger King, Fyre), the series unravels how Zach, an aspiring actor, constructed an elaborate Ponzi scheme to finance his relentless pursuit of Hollywood fame, creating a persona of wealth and success through fake connections to powerful CEOs and industry executives. After establishing the façade of a successful Hollywood company, he attracted wealthy investors while funding his lavish lifestyle of luxury cars, courtside seats, and a $5.7 million home—all while attempting to buy his way into an acting career.Through intimate accounts from Zach’s inner circle— including his ex-wife Mallory, who fell in love with him as a teenager only to eventually discover that their life was full of lies; friends turned business partners; and a longtime mistress – the series uncovers the pathology of this larger-than-life character whom they all once admired. As his scheme unraveled, those who once admired him were left devastated and struggling to understand his motivations. Although Zach eventually faced the justice system, questions remain about the whereabouts of over $200 million in funds that he collected from investors. 

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When it’s extremely difficult to make up your mind.  Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone.  On this episode we’re going to explore the choices people make when it comes to trusting people.  Is it a scam or a God Wink?  Plus…older men who feel it’s ok to say something sexual in the center of what seemed to be a great conversation. I’m Arroe.  Life is a series of choices.  Who decides when you’re not making it the right choice?  Is it the fear of going wrong?  The greatest lessons in life are often lost inside hidden away attempts and concepts.  It’s time to reopen your heart. Having a choice is a daily gift.  On this highway we learn to trust mirages… What is the choice? 

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