The Carroll Connection Podcast

Billy Camara is the CEO/founder of the clothing brand, Arrogant Billion$. In this episode, Billy shares his love for art and how it started at young age. He talked about cleaning shoes during middle school in order to buy clothes he loved. Billy was so drawn to art and it became his way of expressing himself. He is currently in the process of seeking a tattoo apprenticeship. We talked a lot about doing things you are passionate about in order to be truly happy. Join us in this discussion about art, passion, and mental health.

Jeff LePage is a Healthcare Administrative Officer for the Massachusetts Army National Guard. As well as, a graduate of Bridgewater State University where he studied psychology and business management. In this episode, Jeff talks about the impact his brothers had on him growing up. We talked about the love we both have for sports and how we gained several life lessons from our respected sports. In addition, Jeff talks about his decision to join the National Guard and how his experience has been. Also, we talked a lot about mental health and the importance of taking time to understand yourself. Join us in this awesome discussion on values, chasing passions, and mental health.

Cammy Garabian is a sophomore at Harvard College who is a member of the track & field team as a shot put, discuss, and hammer thrower. In this episode, Cammy shares her experiences playing football from Pop Warner up through high school. We talked a lot about the stigma of women playing football and how Cammy dealt with it. In addition, we discussed her journey into track & field and how that led her to Havard. Cammy really opened up about her mental struggles leading up to college and managing her own expectations. Join us in this amazingly, powerful conversation on women empowerment, the value of sports, and mental health.

Andrew Brown is a football coach for the Boston Renegades and Seekonk High School. In this episode, Andrew discusses the role that his step-father played in his athletic career and life. He shares his love for the game of football and talks about how injuries plagued his college career. Also, Andrew mentioned about how he mentally struggled during the injury and multiple surgeries. In addition, he transitioned from the playing field to the sideline as a coach and how that process has been. Join us in this authentic discussion on football, family, and mental health.

Christina Resendes is the owner of Mountain Daze Boutique and that is a family owned business. They specialize in women's clothing, shoes, accessories, and much more. In this episode, Christina talks about her journey after high school into the beauty industry before starting her own business. We discussed toxic work environments and how they inspired us to pursue things that we were more passionate about. Also, Christina mentioned how her house burned down in late 2019 and the impact that had on her mental health. Join us in this amazing discussion about starting your own business, self-love, and mental health.

This 30th episode is dedicated to reflecting on the podcast and everything that has happened to me so far in 2020. I take some time to talk through the positive and negatives of the podcast. I used this episode as a journaling session and did no prior recordings. This is raw and unfiltered on how I've dealt with some of the emotions and feelings that have come to me this year.

K Lou is an artist, paint night instructor, and the owner of the clothing company called Rockit Apparel. In this episode, K Lou talked about the struggle of growing up in a conservative family while trying to open up about her sexuality. We discussed the importance of being yourself and the growing support for the LGBTQ community over the years. Also, K Lou talks a lot about coming into her own and becoming an artist. The passion she developed for art and helping others was a huge factor into her starting Rockit Apparel. Join us in this beautifully, open-minded discussion on self-love, sexuality, and mental health.

Nathan Ribeiro is a Physician Assistant student at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services and a former EMT. In this episode, Nathan decided to make this conversation a message to his former self. Also, he talks about the impact of working for the family business before choosing to chase something he was more passionate about. In addition, we discussed our mental health and the significance of opening up about our feelings. Join us in the conversation about self-love, family, and mental health.

Steve Mortensen is a local barber in Bristol, Rhode Island. In this episode, Steve shares his experience on growing up in foster care. He talks about traveling to multiple states and how it was to finally find a home in Seekonk, Massachusetts. Also, he discusses what is like to have a son who was diagnosed with Autism and becoming a father. In addition, he talks about how he became a barber and the inspiration behind that. We talked a lot about mental health and creating a personal brand tied to our passions. Join us in this extremely vulnerable conversation about foster care, special needs, and mental health.