Episode Six: Sarah

My friends Sarah is a perfect example that someone half your age can inprire you. Also, you can't judge a book by its cover.

I met Sarah when she was 17 when she and her brother would come to our shows. She loved wrestling and always wanted to train and try to get in the business. But sometimes life deals you crappy cards and Sarah definitely wasn't holding a full house. Misdiagnosed at a young age, she has had many surgeries and obstacles. She was told she would never get the chance to follow her dreams.

Sarah not only trained but did so with a guy named George South. (All the wrestling marks just perked up!) She also started online resources for people who might be going what she went through.

Check out her story and see why I consider her my hero and stick around after the interview as I tell what she disclosed to me after all these years. She's a sneaky snake!

Also Tales from the Call Center is back with a couple of callers where stuff got real and I didn't know what to do or say.

You are asking yourself, what the hell is a Rondatacoritto?!? By definition it's a burrito shell with nothing but taco meat inside. The concept is, you can have whatever you want, however you want it and screw what people think.

It's also what my sister would order from Moe's when we went there. Simple, but that's how she liked it.

In our return story I tell the ENTIRE story of my sister Ronda. Buckle in, this one is a roller coaster ride and some people might get uptight with what I will disclose. I can't change the truth but I feel it needs to be told in its entirety. So if you're offended, I'm sure you will get over it.

Ronda is the reason I'm alive today. The sacrifices and risks she took for me only proves that true love does exist. See how I made Rondatacoritto an annual event to pay tribute to her and tell things that NO ONE but her would know, for the first time ever. Like, for example, I portrayed a woman named Kim and also her brother Jack for a couple years.

Yeah... it's a crazy story.

No tales from the call center this episode but look for future ones and we will disclose the new direction of the podcast and our future plans.

I got the chance to interview Cindy Williams from Laverne & Shirley fame last year. I run a FB page about the show and never in a million years did I think it would get over 13,000 followers much less get an opportunity to interview "Shirley Feeney" herself. She was not only gracious, but fun. One of the greatest experiences of my life. We lost Cindy this week. By "we" I mean the whole world. The reason my FB page is successful is only because the show brought that many smiles and memories to people. Special shout out to Liza Cranis, Cindy's manager. She was vital in "making my dreams come true. For me and you."

Episode Four: "Sheetcake"

I've known Sheetcake aka Jordan for almost ten years. We worked together for 2-3 of it. Whenever we were together, it was pure hijinx and shenanigans.

For the first time ever we talk about something we have NEVER discussed, Jordan's speech impediment or what I call a stutter.

Also him being born in Canada and why many know him as "Sheetcake".

This weeks minisode I talk about how I got a prestigious invitation to the Magic Castle in Hollywood CA fulfilling a childhood dream from a complete stranger.

Episode Three: The Aces & 8's Guy.

Buckle in folks, this is a ride.

Many would dismiss our guest as crazy. I'm sure he's judged a bunch because he's different. Most would also take the opportunity to make fun of him for what he believes.

I like the kid. Even though I judged him and did all those things. But after years of interactions I can honestly say he is my buddy. My friend. It's the most unlikely and illogical friendship I have.

His story is what this podcast is about. Real people. Real stories. This story is one I can't tell alone although I have, many times.

Here's all you need to know about him:

1. He loves to take walks. Over 600 of them all over NY. Some over 50 miles one way.

2. He considers himself a known figure in the wrestling world. He is the consummate heel fan, a title given to him by myself and guy named Kevin Steen (Owens)

3. He has a spiritual connection to volcanos.

All I can say is, tune in and listen with an open mind and leave judgement at the doorstep.

From Smelly kid to Bykes to Smelly kid, Jerry Bykes is a story of passion and commitment. What would you do to follow your dreams?

Matthew Yelton always knew from a young age he wanted to help people. Here is a list of his credentials;

FP-C (Flight Paramedic, IBSC)

NRP (National Registry Paramedic)

EMT-P (Certified NYS Paramedic)

CIC (NYS EMS Instructor)

CCEMT-P (Critical Care Transport Certification, UMBC)

12 years experience in EMS, 7.5 of which as a Flight Paramedic.

Flight paramedic? Yes, Those people saving lives while flying in a helicopter. This is Matthew Yelton.

Hear how his life's passion started, how he became a leader in his field and stories from the sky.

A short story about my magic camp kids Pepper, Elliot and Alex. I learned more from them I think.

Nineteen years ago Richard was in bad shape. Diagnosed with Hepatitis C and severe liver failure, his only hope was a compatible organ transplant. After receiving a new liver, Richard made it his life's mission to bring awareness to organ donation.

Today he heads up a successful volunteer program he created and has been decorated with many awards from the Donate Life community. He has personally gotten over 20,000 people to sign up for organ donation and still going.

On Tales From The Call Center, a co worker I hated but now love and the "Gokester". He orders enough adult content that everyone on my team has spoken to him, several times. See what Elizabeth Taylor has to do with all this.

Links from episode:

Donate Life:

http://www.donorrecovery.org

Richard's Sons App:

Daily Smark

https://apps.apple.com/app/id1476477087