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Justin Jordan and Shawn Ballou join me for an in-depth conversation about music, friendship, and the making of Justin’s first full-length album, As the Wind Blows On.

We get inside the creative process—from songwriting and studio sessions to harmonies, percussion, arrangements, and the stories behind the songs. Justin and Shawn also share how years of friendship, trust, and honest feedback have shaped the music they make together and their lives outside of it.

We talk about songs that changed along the way, one that nearly never made the album, performing live, and what it takes to create music that means something.

Justin says he could have made this album without Shawn—but it wouldn’t have been the same.

Justin & Shawn: More Than Music
Compassion • Empathy • Love • Laughter

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Listen to Justin Jordan’s As the Wind Blows On
Apple Music:
https://music.apple.com/us/album/as-the-wind-blows-on/6790652358
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/album/43ZghISX3A9H2Bzz9KSgA5?si=5knkydapQryxajmJKxx79A&utm_source=copy-link
Amazon Music:
https://amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0H8R87FP7?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_51zUK7UiBD9aaHSVZb1w5cnnv

In this episode, I sit down with Joan Kelly—a nurse, entrepreneur, mother, and someone whose life and career have been shaped by service to others.
Joan's career in medicine has taken her from clinical research and treatment during the HIV/AIDS epidemic to a leadership role in Massachusetts' COVID vaccine response. Today, she's an entrepreneur and the owner of her own medical aesthetics practice.

But this conversation is about much more than Joan's career.
We talk about faith and family, resilience, parenting, mentorship, health, and the importance of having people in your corner when life gets difficult. Joan also shares the story of her son Aiden, his recovery from two serious back injuries, and the role discipline and accountability have played in the man he's become.

We also get into Joan's own philosophy on life—being willing to help, being honest with people, and doing the right thing even when it's not the easiest thing to do.

There's plenty of laughter in this one, along with some meaningful moments that I didn't necessarily see coming.
At its heart, this is a conversation about service, human connection, and showing up for the people around us.

I hope you enjoy Episode 13 — Joan Kelly: Service Above Self.

If you enjoy the conversation, please like, subscribe, share, and let me know what stood out to you in the comments.

Compassion. Empathy. Love. Laughter.

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In this Special Edition of The Stuudio, Stu sits down with bodybuilder, gym owner, and entrepreneur Rob Ormond for an honest conversation about the realities of competitive bodybuilding.During Rob's contest prep, Stu had a front-row seat to the challenges, sacrifices, and victories that came with the journey, ultimately leading Rob to the stage, where he won two classes and placed third in a highly competitive heavyweight division.Together, they discuss contest prep, extreme dieting, the mental challenges of competition, the impact on relationships and family life, and the "elephant in the room" that many people avoid talking about.This conversation explores discipline, sacrifice, obsession, resilience, personal growth, and what it really takes to pursue a difficult goal. It goes beyond bodybuilding and examines what it means to commit yourself fully to something that matters.Whether you're a competitor, a fitness enthusiast, or simply someone chasing a dream of your own, this episode offers a rare look behind the curtain at the pursuit of excellence.Human connection still matters.#TheStuudio #Bodybuilding #Fitness #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Compassion #Empathy #Love #Laughter

In this episode of The Stuudio, I sit down with Ryan Durocher, assistant coach of the Merrimack Warriors men's ice hockey, to discuss one of the most remarkable seasons in recent college hockey history.Ryan takes us behind the scenes of Merrimack's incredible run from underdog to Hockey East Champion, sharing the leadership, culture, belief, and resilience that helped transform a team few expected to succeed into a championship program.But this conversation goes far beyond hockey.We explore Ryan's childhood, his journey through the game, what he's learned from coaching young athletes, the realities of recruiting in the NIL era, leadership lessons that apply far beyond sports, and the importance of relationships, character, and honest communication.We also discuss his recent marriage to Katie, balancing life in the spotlight of college athletics, and what success really means when the final buzzer sounds.Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, or leader, Ryan's story is a reminder that extraordinary things can happen when people commit to something bigger than themselves.Stick around to the end for highlights from Merrimack's unforgettable Hockey East Championship victory over UConn.If you enjoy the episode, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a reminder of what's possible through hard work, belief, and perseverance.The StuudioCompassion • Empathy • Love • Laughter#TheStuudio #RyanDurocher #MerrimackHockey #HockeyEast #CollegeHockey #Leadership #Coaching #PersonalGrowth #StudentAthletes #NCAAHockey #Podcast #SportsLeadership #Resilience #TeamCulture #HumanConnectionStillMatters

In this episode of The Stuudio, I sit down with Yori Messina to talk about growth, self-doubt, and what it really takes to change your life.Yori opens up about his mental health struggles, his weight loss journey, and the internal battles he faced during a time when he didn’t like who he saw in the mirror. What started as a decision to step into the gym turned into something much deeper—building confidence, discipline, and a new sense of self.We also talk about his path through college, his shift from computer science to IT, and how he’s thinking about the future in a world increasingly shaped by AI.This is a conversation about learning to trust yourself, staying adaptable, and continuing to move forward—even when you don’t have all the answers.Compassion, Empathy, Love and Laughter. Welcome to The Stuudio. New episodes of The Stuudio drop the first Monday of the month.

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Today on The Stuudio, I sit down with my dear friend, Father Norman Simoneau — someone I’ve known for over 15 years and had the privilege of training, talking with, and sharing life with.
Norman’s journey spans a lifetime of faith, service, and lived experience. From growing up in rural northern New Hampshire to becoming a friar and eventually a Catholic priest, his path has taken him across the country and even to the Vatican. But what stands out most isn’t just where he’s been — it’s who he is.
In this conversation, we talk about faith, community, and the human side of ministry — including the struggles that often go unseen, like his battle with alcoholism. Norman also reflects on his time in Italy, the importance of compassion, and the lessons learned through decades of serving others.

We also touch on aging with independence, the value of meaningful relationships, and close things out with a light-hearted lightning round that captures Norman’s humor and perspective.

This is a real, honest conversation between two people who’ve shared a lot of life — and I’m grateful to share it with you.
At The Stuudio, we believe in compassion, empathy, love, and laughter — and this episode embodies all four.

New episodes of The Stuudio drop the first Monday of the month.

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In this episode of The Stuudio, Stu sits down with professional wrestler, coach, and entrepreneur Scott Reed, also known to fans as “The IT Factor.”Scott’s journey began the way many wrestling dreams do — with backyard wrestling and a deep passion for the sport — and evolved into a decades-long career inside one of the most demanding industries in the world. From performing internationally, including time spent wrestling in Japan, to competing today as a current professional wrestler with the Wrestling Federation of America, Scott has lived the grind both inside and outside the ring.

Beyond performing, Scott is the owner and head coach of the Elite Pro Wrestling Training Center, where he mentors and develops the next generation of wrestlers — focusing not only on physical performance, but mindset, discipline, and personal growth.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• The realities of the wrestling business
• Building longevity in a physically demanding career
• Fitness, entrepreneurship, and leadership
• Mental health, anxiety, and breaking the “tough guy” stereotype

This episode is about resilience, dedication, and chasing a dream for decades — while staying grounded, honest, and true to yourself. New episodes of The Stuudio drop every other week.

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http://Thescottreed.com 

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Stuudio, Stu sits down with Dylan Serpico to explore a story rooted in resilience, self-advocacy, and purpose. Dylan opens up about navigating life with a disability, the mental health benefits of exercise, and how personal training helped shape his confidence and mindset. Through writing and music, Dylan has found meaningful ways to express himself and connect with others, ultimately creating a website and blog dedicated to helping people with disabilities and anyone facing personal challenges. This conversation highlights the importance of community, being seen and understood, and following your heart in pursuit of your dreams.

In this episode, we talk about:
• Navigating life with a disability and building resilience
• The mental health benefits of exercise and movement
• Self-expression through writing, music, and creativity
• Advocacy, community support, and being truly understood
• Why following your heart can change everything

https://www.instagram.com/defywithdylan?igsh=ZDZwZjZ4c205Yjdj&utm_source=qr

http://dylanserpico.com/

In this episode of The Stuudio, I sit down with the inspiring Sandi Stalling — lifelong personal trainer, holistic health coach, spiritual mentor, and the creator of Homesteading For The Health of It.

We talk about how slowing down, simplifying, and reconnecting with nature can reshape your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Sandi shares lessons from her years leading women’s retreats, the faith that anchors her family, and the joy and reflection that comes with becoming a grandmother for the first time.

She also offers simple, meaningful steps anyone can take — no matter where they live — to bring more peace, purpose, and balance into their daily life.

BONUS:
Stick around at the end to watch Sandi make her homemade protein bars — a perfect example of healthy, simple living you can try in your own kitchen.
If you’re looking for encouragement, wisdom, and practical inspiration, this is an episode filled with heart and takeaways you can use right away. http://www.homesteadingforthehealthofit.com/

Raised under the quiet strength of his Japanese grandmother, Dr. Joseph David MacNicoll has spent his life walking the path of Bushido—the way of the warrior.
In this episode, we go beyond pain relief and clinical technique. Joe opens up about his childhood struggles, the spiritual and cultural legacy that shaped him, and how he built Bushido Healing—a place where dry needling, Graston, energy medicine, and ancestral wisdom come together to restore the mind, body, and spirit.
He’s treated thousands, including me—though when I flinched during Graston, he reminded me that his grandmother didn’t cry. (She really didn’t.)
This is more than a conversation.
It’s a look inside the soul of a healer.
This is Dr. Joe: A Lifetime of Bushido.
#compassion #empathy #love #laughter
www.bushidohealing.com