The Gritty Hour

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  • Read the Freaking Comics with Michael Regina

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    Michael Regina, co-founder of http://www.theonering.net, has a new Youtube channel dedicated to his love of comic books.
    The channel does deep dives into an issue at a time, delving into the bio's of its illustrators and writers. 
    Check out this great new Youtube page at https://www.youtube.com/@readthefreakingcomics/videos

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    37 min
  • Making It Go In The Snow with Larry Jorgensen

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    Larry Jorgensen, author of The Cola Cola Trail and Shipwrecked and Rescued, is back with a new book called "Make It Go In The Snow: People and Ideas in the History of Snowmobiles" The episode gives us a snapshot of this interesting new book.
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    50 min
  • The Triumphant Return of Sean E. Boy

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    In the Season 5 opener, Sean E. Boy returns to catch us up on what he's been up to. He describes the process of getting his soon-to-be-wife into country legally.

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    48 min
  • What Education Would Look Like Without The DOE

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    Newly elected President Donald Trump has vowed to close the Department of Education.  Though the Republicans will soon have unified control in Congress, Trump will have a hard time getting the 60 Senate votes needed to completely abolish the agency.
    With that, we had regular guests JR McCarthy, a public school teacher, and Rich Del Valle, a Board Director for a Catholic High School in to discuss the ramifications of of a Federal retreat from education in favor of individual state oversight.

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    1 hr 7 min
  • Inside Saint Patrick's Cathedral Part 1

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    JR McCarthy and Fred Romandetto, both previous guests on the podcast, return to reminisce and tell stories about their time as employees of Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York City.

    Part 1 of 2

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    1 hr 19 min
  • Demystifying MDMA Therapy will Jill Sitnick

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    Jill Sitnick, author of "Rescuing Jill: How MDMA with a dash of mushrooms healed my childhood trauma-induced PTSD", stopped by to talk about her experiences defeating PTSD using MDMA Therapy.
    Please visit her website to learn more at The Journey Sage

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    40 min
  • 23 Years; In Memoriam

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    This is a rebroadcast compilation to of two previous episodes dealing with 9/11. This rebroadcast is in memory of Lt. Raymond Murphy FDNY.

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    1 hr 29 min
  • The Reincarnation of Marie with Henry Woodman

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    Henry Woodman dropped by to discuss the recent publication of The Reincarnation of Marie, a book written decades ago by his father Jim Woodman.
    The book revolves around the romance between a 20th Century soldier in France and the 19th Century author of a journal. The book explores reincarnation and timeless love.
    Listeners to this podcast will enjoy the duality of the passage of time between the two characters of the novel, and the passage of time between the writing of this book and it's publication by the authors son.
    To learn more about this book, please visit Marie the Story

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    35 min
  • Unlocking Diabetes Management: Insights from Chet Galeska's Journey and Expertise

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    Unlock the secrets to managing diabetes with Chet Galeska, author of "The Diabetes Book: What Everyone Should Know." Discover Chet’s personal journey from his diagnosis at age 29 to becoming a beacon of hope and knowledge for others. We tackle the fundamental differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, debunking the myth that type 2 is merely a result of being overweight, and reveal the true complexity of genetic and environmental factors at play. 

    Our conversation dives deep into the vital role of diet in diabetes management. Chet breaks down how genetics and dietary habits jointly impact blood sugar levels and offers practical advice on recognizing and limiting carbohydrate intake to prevent blood sugar spikes. Learn real-life strategies for adopting dietary changes that can have a significant positive impact on managing diabetes. We also touch on the dangers of hypoglycemia for those on insulin or specific medications, emphasizing the importance of being vigilant about blood sugar levels.

    Finally, we pay tribute to the legendary Ron Santo, who silently battled type 1 diabetes throughout his storied baseball career. Chet shares inspiring stories that highlight the courage and resilience required to manage diabetes, while also addressing the emotional and psychological burdens faced by diabetics. We emphasize the urgency of spreading accurate information and raising awareness, directing listeners to valuable resources like challengediabetesus for further support and engagement. Join us for this eye-opening episode and become part of the movement to educate and support those living with diabetes.

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    39 min

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