Letting go, surrendering into who you are, and finding flow. The art of comedy is the art of connection.

On this episode of the Blackpool New York Podcast, Greg got to spend some time with Seth Herzog, a man whose story follows a trajectory of connection. From 5th Grade talent shows to the deserts of Iraq, to NBC’s “The Tonight Show,” Seth is plugged into the mycelium humanity. Plug your ears into some WZOG, sit back and enjoy!

Seth Herzog: Seth Herzog is a popular NYC comedian and actor, who is currently a regular sketch performer and the resident comedian for NBC's "Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon," and formerly of "Late Night." Recently, he hosted two comedy/science shows for the Nat Geo Channel, "Science of Stupid," and "Duck Quacks Don't Echo" (with co-hosts Michael Ian Black & Tom Papa). Seth was a regular commentator on VH1 for 10 years and has often popped up on Comedy Central-- performing on "John Oliver's NY Stand Up Show," as a panelist on @Midnight," as well as in parts on "Chappelle Show" & "Stella." Seth also had parts on NBC's "30 Rock," CBS's "Love Monkey," ESPN's "Mayne Street," and E!'s "#1 Single," and has been on a part of three different web series' for IFC. On the big screen, you may have seen him in "Role Models," "Prime," "The Winning Season," "The Baxter" "The Ten," "In the Weeds," & "Safe Men," and soon as one of the stars of the upcoming comedy feature, "Boy Band." He’s also been a regular panelist on MSNBC's "The Beat with Ari Melber," and Fox's "Red Eye with Tom Shillue."Seth is the producer and host of the much-beloved, long-running downtown NYC comedy showcase "Sweet," (which was profiled in the NY Times recently), and opened for Jimmy Fallon on his, "Clean Cut Comedy" Tour.

Find out More about Seth:
https://thesethherzog.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sethzog/?hl=en
https://twitter.com/SethHerzog

The Swell Season Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.
www.swellseasonsurfradio.com

Music:
Song: Growin' Up
Artist: Bruce Springstein
Album: Greetings from Asbury Park, NJ

Episode #5: Paruresis

Mental Health. Anxiety. Trauma. Sometimes things just don’t go the way we’ve planned. For some, the events of the past manifest themselves in very life challenging ways. Paruresis, or Shy Bladder Syndrome can be a very uncomfortable way to go through life. However, there are men out there like Daniel Rocker who are truly being of service to those who suffer from this psychosomatic disorder.

This conversation with Daniel is a little more clinical that what I normally get into however, Dan is a soulful guy and his passion for helping others heal is inspiring. Daniel Rocker is a psychotherapist in private practice in New York City, working with individuals, couples and groups. Dan graduated with a BA from Wesleyan University, and a MSW from New York University’s Silver School of Social Work. He is a graduate of Ackerman’s Clinical Externship program. Prior to his career as therapist, Dan worked as a trader at Jefferies and Company, and as the head of trading for investment firms Rocker Partners and Zimmer Partners. Dan has been an active volunteer in the Doula to Accompany and Comfort Program, providing visits to palliative care patients, since 2004. He is the Vice-President and Co-Director of the clinical arm of the International Paruresis Association, an organization that provides advocacy and treatment for individuals who suffer with the social anxiety disorder of shy bladder.

For More information you can go to www.danrocker.com

The Blackpool New York Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.
www.swellseasonsurfradio.com

Music:
Song: Sunrise
Artist: Ryan Bingham
Album: Mescalito

For the 4th episode of the Blackpool NY podcast host, Greg Wachsteter sat down with an old friend of his, Andrea Ludlow.

Andrea turned her childhood trauma into Pee Wee Herman. Yes literally. She has survived a bunch of challenging events, like the death of her best friend, the death of her father, and being diagnosed with breast cancer all of which has never unseated her ability to move forward with her life. Andrea started a School, runs a cookie business, is a dog whisperer, excellent with children, and has the most infectious laugh of anyone I have ever met. She is truly living under the guise of authenticity over acceptance.

That might be the theme of the show for episode #4 … Being true to your own nature regardless of what anyone else thinks… especially yourself. Authenticity over acceptance. And Unconditional Self Love.

Thank you listening! Remember people, drink good coffee, listen to good music, and be kind to the other humans.

Notes:
For the Most Life Changing Chocolate Chip Cookie, You’ve Ever had…

https://www.showstoppercookies.com/

Book Recommendation: Nonviolent Communication: Create Your Life, Your Relationships, And Your World In Harmony With Your Values by Marshall B Rosenberg

https://puddletownschool.com/

The Blackpool New York Podcast is recorded by The NewsStand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.
www.swellseasonsurfradio.com

Music:
Song: Swing
Artist: Zero 7
Album: Yeah Ghost

For our 3rd episode of the Blackpool NY Podcast, Host Greg Wachsteter had the pleasure of sitting down with 3 stellar young humans navigating life with poise and grace. Cosmo Hamada, Cassius Luber, and Miles Wachsteter. All 3 on the cusp of their next stage in life. They share their truths, thoughts on the future, and how important it is to find yourself no matter where you are in your journey. These guys spoke straight from the heart. Their vulnerability, strength and insight is both optimistic and exciting.

Doing this episode with some humans in their late teens reiterated something Greg often thinks about; You can learn something from anyone, at any age, from anywhere. Carpe Diem boys. Carpe Diem. Make your lives extraordinary.

Thank you for listening!

Remember People: DRINK GOOD COFFEE, LISTEN TO GOOD MUSIC, & BE KIND TO THE OTHER HUMANS!

The Blackpool New York Podcast is recorded by the Newsstand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.
www.swellseason.com

Music
Artist: Frankie Knuckles
Song: The Whistle Song
Album: Beyond The Mix

On the second episode of the Blackpool New York Podcast, I had the pleasure of spending some time with my friend Lorenda Robinson. Lorenda’s optimism and overwhelming sense of gratitude towards life is simply infectious. She is articulate, witty, and has an amazing story to tell! Lorenda Robinson is an expressive, dedicated, and affable voice talent with over 15 years of experience in radio & television commercial and promotional voice overs. She is a professional live and studio singer as well as an accomplished event emcee. Her range encompasses a youthful, vibrant, and upbeat sound; a sultry, soothing, and melodic sound; as well as a wise, insightful, and “mature” sound. Lorenda delivers with the confident and exuberantly thoughtful talent that her clients appreciate and listeners find unforgettable. She is also a talented songwriter and co-founder of the eclectic soul duo Brown Baby Girl, as well as the CEO and co-founder of the Play It Forward Eclectic Soul Inc Tour bka PIFEST (a music centric non-profit organization).

Thank you for listening!

Remember People: DRINK GOOD COFFEE, LISTEN TO GOOD MUSIC, & BE KIND TO THE OTHER HUMANS!

Keep up or get in touch with Lorenda at:

Instagram: bbgmusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lorenda.m.robinson
Reverbnation: www.revernation.com/brownbabygirl
PIFEST: www.pifest.org
Website: www.lorovollc.com

The Blackpool New York Podcast is recorded by the Newsstand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.
www.swellseason.com

On the First episode of The Black Pool New York Podcast we sit down with John Abate.
John is trained and qualified to teach MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) through the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Center for Mindfulness. Along with his training and credentials John has spent time formally on silent meditation retreats and he co-leads and facilitates mindfulness and meditation retreats based in Joshua Tree, CA. John shares his path discovering mindfulness and spiritual practice with local community organizations, corporate workshops, and has spoken on podcasts about topics related to mindfulness, meditation, and cultivating a daily practice. So plug your ears into the mycelium, fill your lungs with ether, and tune your heart into the collective voice.

Thank you for listening… Remember people: DRINK GOOD COFFEE, LISTEN TO GOOD MUSIC, BE KIND TO THE OTHER HUMANS

To learn more about John and his work go to www.mindfulfoundations.org

The Blackpool New York Podcast is recorded by The Newsstand Studio at Rockefeller Center in the heart of Manhattan and is distributed by The Swell Season Surf Radio Network.
www.swellseasonradio.com