Best Andrew Dietz Podcasts (2025)

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Shamez Spent Years Trying to Slay His Stutter. Instead, He Befriended the Dragon. 28:11

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This week on Proud Stutter, we’re joined by Shamez Kasam, a lifelong stutterer based in Alberta, Canada, who shares his powerful journey from shame to self-acceptance—and what he calls “recovery.” Shamez talks about growing up with severe stuttering, the impact it had on his life, and how purposeful desensitization helped shift his mindset. We expl…

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Louise Hid Her Covert Stutter for Years. Now Her Podcast Is Taking On Stuttering Representation in the Media. 35:57

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This week on Proud Stutter, we’re joined by Louise Escher, a language teacher, violinist, and host of Did They Stutter?—a podcast exploring stuttering representation in film, TV, and literature. Louise shares her journey from covert stuttering to finding her voice, and how starting a podcast helped her challenge stigma and build community. We talk …

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Ismaele Hid His Stutter for Years. Now He’s Exploring It Through Arctic Wildlife 51:37

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This week on Proud Stutter, Maya is joined by Ismaele Tortella, a filmmaker and cinematographer based in the Norwegian Arctic whose upcoming documentary Arctic Blue explores his personal relationship with stuttering through nature and silence. In this powerful 100th episode, Ismaele and Maya talk about using art to process shame, navigating everyda…

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Gotcha! Feat. Mark Burns & Sydney Duncan 23:35

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On this episode, Mark Burns tells us of his harrowing experience hunting down a yeti in Disney World and Sydney Duncan talks about going over 100 MPH (literally) to book acting roles in Texas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Stuttering & Survivor Season 48 FINALE Ft. Caitlin Dietz & Eliot Goldstein 46:48

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Maya, Caitlin, and Elliot recap the thrilling finale of Survivor Season 48, celebrating Mitch's incredible journey and the great representation of the stuttering community. They discuss the season's most memorable moments, strategic plays, and emotional highlights, including Kyle and Camilla's secret alliance, Mitch's social game, and Eva's perseve…

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Andrew Sent His Personal Essay on Stuttering to The Washington Post. What Happened Next Surprised Him. 25:19

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Andrew Flint is a 16-year old and a person who stutters. Andrew's powerful essay in The Washington Post sparked conversation in his school, family, and beyond. In this episode, he shares what it was like to write and publish such a personal story—and how it’s helped others around him understand stuttering more deeply. We talk about misconceptions, …

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Gotcha! Feat. Marissa Moorhead & Kimberly Dinaro 22:28

2M ago22:28

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With summer on the horizon, today's guests look back at the summer jobs of their youths! Marissa Moorhead joins us to talk about fending off her Nosferatu-esque manager at an unnamed movie chain (it was probably AMC, though). Then, Kimberly Dinaro tells us how she...*GASP* killed Quiznos??! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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What The Stuttering Community Can Learn From Rare Disease Advocacy [Part 2] 37:04

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This episode is Part 2 of our series “What We Can Learn from the Rare Disease Community.” Last week, we heard from Bobby Glen about navigating the healthcare system as a parent of a child with HNRNPH2. Today, his wife Nicole—who is also a pediatrician—joins us to share how raising a child with a rare disease has shaped the way she practices medicin…

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Gotcha! Feat. Clare Donaher & Tony Ferraro 20:25

3M ago20:25

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Don't come for Clare Donaher, or she might...spend the next few decades feeling guilty about it? Clare tells us about confronting her childhood bully how she helped shape Clare into the person she is today. Then, Tony Ferraro, tells us about an entire class uniting against their finance professor by cheating on their exam. Also: is Jonah Hill hot? …

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What The Stuttering Community Can Learn From Rare Disease Advocacy [Part 1] 32:18

3M ago32:18

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Bobby Glen shares his family's journey, from getting a diagnosis to participating in a clinical trial, and the importance of early screening and community support. This is Part 1 of a two-part series about raising a child with HNRNPH2, a rare disease that affects speech and motor skills. Part 2 will feature his wife, Nicole, who reflects on how thi…

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Stuttering & Survivor Season 48 Episode 8 Ft. Caitlin Dietz & Eliot Goldstein 36:22

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Maya, Caitlin, and Elliot are back to discuss stuttering on Survivor Season 48, Episode 8, and the latest twists and turns in the episode. From alliances and drama to strategic plays and surprise advantages, they break down all the key moments you won't want to miss. In this episode Register for Proud Stutter's Stuttering Awareness Week event on Ma…

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Gotcha! LIVE Feat. Marie Faustin & Shosh Brodman 18:48

3M ago18:48

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Recorded LIVE at the UCB theater in NYC, our first guest, Marie Faustin, talks about her semi-professional career in theft, then returning guest, Shosh Brodman, tells us a story that we like to call "Oh, the places you'll piss in public! (and private)" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Stuttering & Survivor Season 48 Episode 6 & 7 Ft. Caitlin Dietz & Eliot Goldstein 46:58

3M ago46:58

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Maya is back with Caitlin Dietz and Eliot Goldstein to talk about Episodes 6 and 7 of Survivor Season 48. Highlights include discussions about Mitch, a contestant on the show who stutters, his social game and personal story, as well as strategic plays and alliances forming among the castaways. In the episode Save the date for Proud Stutter's Stutte…

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We Could've Been So Good Together 26:23

3M ago26:23

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Holy relationship problems, Bat-, er, Careless Whisper! Deep in the heart of the Hudson Valley, lives millionaire film director, George, with his partner, that ruthless vigilante, The Careless Whisper! But when The Careless Whisper is kidnapped by a group of her most fearsome foes, The Freaky Four-Tet, strains in their relationship start to show. A…

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Nobody "Yes And's" Forever 21:30

3M ago21:30

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An all new Cole & Jane adventure, recorded LIVE at the UCB theater in NYC, and available to all of our loyal listeners, for the very first time! Cole and Jane are brought in to solve the murder of NYC's best improviser, but can they get past a temperamental artist, a faded star turned maintenance worker, and ...THE 1991 CHICAGO BULLS (?!?!?!) first…

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Gotcha! LIVE Feat. Amelia Ritthaler & Kelley Heyer 14:25

4M ago14:25

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Recorded LIVE at the UCB theater in NYC, our first live Gotcha! features two HERstorical icons: Amelia Ritthaler from the Girl's Rewatch Podcast, and creator of the Apple dance, Kelley Heyer! Queen out with Amelia and Kelley as they talk about airport thievery and warding off college film bros! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Stuttering & Survivor Season 48 Episode 4 & 5 Ft. Caitlin Dietz & Eliot Goldstein 40:14

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Maya is joined again by friends Caitlin Dietz, her childhood friend, and Eliot Goldstein, friend and person who stutters to talk about stuttering on the current season of Survivor! Check out our feed for a recap of Episode 3! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/proud-stutter/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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Basic (Instinct) White Female 21:56

4M ago21:56

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On the surface, Jane Flame has it all. A partner who cares about her, very little money, no mom, a warrant for her arrest, that weird mole on her face. Ok maybe not, but she's very tough, and cool, and sexy ok! Why would you want to be yourself, when you can be...Jane? That's the question hitchhiker Meredith asks herself after being picked up by Co…

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Cole Steeley Dan 19:10

4M ago19:10

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On this week's episode, Cole and Jane are reelin' in the years! Tired of doing your dirty work and strapped for cash, Cole and Jane get roped into starting a band by a Soviet Svengali and take the nation by storm in a phenomenon we like to call : Cole Steeleamania. Only a fool would say that things go well though, because Cole and Jane's songs are …

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Philip Solomon and Stuttering on Deal or No Deal Island 44:49

4M ago44:49

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Maya interviews Philip, a contestant from Deal or No Deal Island, who shares his experience with stuttering on the reality TV show and how stuttering has impacted his life and career. Philip talks about the audition process, navigating gameplay, and forming relationships with other contestants, including Survivor's Parvati. He also touches on his b…

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Gotcha! Feat. Joan Flaherty & Neel Ghosh 24:24

4M ago24:24

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April Fools! It's March 17th! (Isn't that St. Patrick's day? Sshhh!) Our guests, Joan Flaherty and Neel Ghosh share stories of pranks gone wrong and also pranks gone right. Plus, I am woman, hear me...neigh?? Meredith dishes to Cole and Jane about her past as a horse girl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Stuttering & Survivor Season 48 Episode 3 Ft. Caitlin Dietz & Eliot Goldstein 49:24

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Maya is joined by friends Caitlin Dietz, her childhood friend, and Eliot Goldstein, friend and person who stutters to talk about stuttering on the current season of Survivor! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/proud-stutter/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr…

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The "My Fair Horsey" Score 25:26

4M ago25:26

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Heists are a job, and should be done by professionals, like any other. At least that's what career criminal Peters thinks. They require careful thought, planning, and execution. Not to mention...wait why is Cole wearing a horse costume and singing showtunes? And Jane keeps loudly talking about a double cross in front of everyone? This job will test…

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Performing the News: Stuttering and Challenging Norms in Broadcast Media 34:13

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Elia Powers is a professor, podcast reporter and the author of 'Performing the News, Identity, Authority, and the Myth of Neutrality' exploring how journalists from historically marginalized groups navigate unspoken norms in the industry. Elia shares his personal journey as a journalist who stutters and his research on how the media landscape is ch…

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Blood Complicated 24:06

4M ago24:06

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COLE STEELE AND JANE FLAME ARE BACK!!! And they're stupider and more money hungry than ever! Er...we mean smarter, cooler, and sexier than ever? (Please don't hurt us). After Jane receives a mysterious note that may be from her long-thought-lost mom, Cole and Jane set-off on a cross-country road trip for answers. Join us for a season of Communist m…

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Gotcha! Feat. Michelle Chan Bennett & Sabeen Sadiq 23:00

4M ago23:00

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On this episode of Gotcha! we're going back to school! With tales ranging from cute and wholesome to...a sobering look at the contemporary American school system, these crimes have to be heard to be believed! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. And you can follow the show on Instagram @colesteelepod. Hosted on …

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Leading with a Stutter: An 18-Year-Old Changemaker’s Story 21:49

5M ago21:49

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Gavin Szilvasi is the founder and chairman of the Tia Maria Foundation. He's also a freshman in college at Villanova University. Gavin talks about his early challenges with speech, the impact of bullying, and the mental resilience he developed. The Tia Maria Foundation supports students in Elizabeth, New Jersey and is awarding its first scholarship…

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Gotcha! Feat. Sam Kieffer & Tina Sieben 30:11

5M ago30:11

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In the game of therapy, you either win or you get healthy. Our first guest, Sam Kieffer, talks about dealing with the Pattys & Selmas at the unemployment office and why he makes it a mission to win every therapy session. Then, Tina Sieben, talks about meeting the coolest person she's ever met, while in prison. The myth, the legend, the 81 year old …

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Media Making with a Stutter & Being A Child of a Speech Therapist 41:47

5M ago41:47

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Ben Miller is a videographer and person who stutters. Ben spent most of his childhood in speech therapy. His mother is a speech-language pathologist. Maya met Ben at Sundance at the Proud Stutter event during the Festival. They both saw Ricky, which ended up winning the Jury Grant Prize for Best Director. How does a stutter impact one's personality…

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Gotcha! Feat. Joe Palana & Paris Adkins 20:59

5M ago20:59

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For Pete's sake, our first guest, Joe Palana, tells a roller-coaster of a story about being arrested by the evil Marge Gunderson from Fargo, that needs to be heard to be believed. Then Paris Adkins shares their best shoplifting tips and tricks, and tells about how their love for acting was eventually overshadowed by their love for stealing. Don't f…

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Stuttering & How Communication Skills Are Perceived At Work 41:47

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Cody Dew is a professor, researcher, and person who stutters. Cody's research focuses on how perceived communication skills influence stereotyping of people who stutter in the workplace. How can disclosing your stutter help? What are some strategies to make work environments more inclusive for people with speech differences? Support this podcast at…

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Gotcha! Feat. April Lavalle & Alex Murdoch 25:10

6M ago25:10

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Meet Brad, a forty year old man from Tennessee, his hobbies are...musical theater and Runescape? And he's never seen a movie? GOTCHA!! That's because it's really April Lavalle, you nerd! April tells us about a childhood catfishing strangers online into thinking she was an adult southern man instead of a fifteen year old girl from Long Island. Then,…

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Filmmaking Perspectives on Stuttering 45:43

6M ago45:43

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Proud Stutter is going to Sundance! Join our creative team behind our upcoming documentary for a special event on January 25 at 5pm in Park City featuring award-winning filmmaker Reid Davenport (I DIDN'T SEE YOU THERE and LIFE AFTER). Get your free tickets today before they sell out! In this episode Dave Rodriguez is an experimental filmmaker who s…

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Gotcha! Feat. Esther Fallick & Ian Lockwood 19:04

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We're back from a holiday hiatus with two more tales of trials and tribulations! Our first guest, Esther Fallick, tells a story of a family reunion gone awry and a friendship shattered due to a case of mistaken identity. Then Ian Lockwood tells us about the biggest crime of all...an age gap relationship? (It's not problematic, we promise!) Our Gotc…

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Stuttering Through Law School and Advocating for Public Policy 30:59

7M ago30:59

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Kurt Kessler is a class action attorney who stutters from San Francisco. Kurt is not the only member of his family who stutters. How did that impact him growing up? What's it like going through law school with a stutter? Kurt is currently doing advocacy work with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist's nonprofit, which is aimed at improving positive outcomes for …

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Breaking Barriers With Breaking The Blocks Improv Workshop 46:21

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Elisha Boxer Magnifico and David Catlin are both professors at Northwestern University. Together, the developed "Break The Blocks," an improv program developed at the university to help build confidence in young people who stutter. They delve into the program’s conception, its structure, and the profound positive impact it has had on participants, …

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A Special Message from Cole and Jane 1:00

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A very special message from Cole and Jane. You know if they're taking a break from solving crimes, trying to get money, or getting drunk, then it has to be good! Join Cole & Jane at the UCB theater in NYC on Friday 12/13 at 10:30 PM, for an all new original adventure and a special live Gotcha! segment with special guests Marie Faustin (Mess, MTV's …

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Gotcha! Feat. Freddie Shanel & Rapid Fire Round 11:30

7M ago11:30

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Join guest Freddie Shanel as we explore the world of unintentional cheating and good students gone bad! Then, Don, Joyah, and Meredith sit down and quickly run through all of the worst (and we do mean WORST) things they've ever done. R.I.P. Puddins the micro-kitten. Join Cole & Jane at the UCB theater in NYC on Friday 12/13 at 10:30 PM, for an all …

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Stuttering Advocacy In Action 33:50

8M ago33:50

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Puneet Singh is a disability inclusion advocate with personal experiences of stuttering, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. Puneet shares his challenges and triumphs, including the creation of his nonprofit and his latest initiative, Green Disability, focusing on the intersection of disability and climate change. Open Call! Submit an essay for inclusion in “…

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Gotcha! Feat. Winnie Stack & Lida Darmian 17:54

8M ago17:54

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I love you, you love...sharks??! Our first guest Winnie Stack, talks about how her acts of childhood chaos made her who she is today and how she carefully cultivates the Joker inside of her. Then, Lida Darmian tells us a cautionary tale of why productions should always take care of their actors...and show's off her very chic jacket! (You'll just ha…

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Gotcha! Feat. Jamie Linn Watson & Jacob Davis 25:10

8M ago25:10

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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a...19 year old girl who feels like she's been betrayed? Our first guest, Jamie Linn Watson, takes us through a series of poor decisions following an imagined betrayal. Then, one crime isn't enough for Jacob Davis, who decides to tell us the three worst crimes he's ever committed! From childhood thievery to graveyard…

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Hawaiian Teen Who Stutters Using the Power of Media & Film 12:43

8M ago12:43

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In part 2 of our conversation with Raphael, we talk about our shared passion of filmmaking. Raphael shares his journey in photography, his involvement with PBS Hawaii, and more creative projects. We’re grateful to Raphael for sharing his story with us. ----- Big thanks to Proud Stutter's recurring supporters: Jennifer Bolen, Jerry Slaff, Josh Compt…

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Gotcha! Feat. Andrew Barlow & Natasha Vaynblat 15:31

8M ago15:31

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It's Bertuccis, when you're there, you're family! Our first guest, Andrew Barlow, tells a tale of teenage thievery worthy of any 80's movie (and immediately rats out all of his friends in the process.) Then, Natasha Vaynblat reveals an old money saving hack she learned from her mother (stealing), and discusses why she views crime as "more of a game…

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Gotcha! Feat. Grogan & Rose Kelso 28:19

8M ago28:19

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How far would you go for family? Our first guest, Grogan, talks about their herculean quest to avenge their grandfather's honor. Involving closets full of bugs, 20th century erotica, and all the cow facts you can handle! Then, if Rose Kelso sh*ts in prospect park, does she make a sound? Our next guest Rose Kelso undertakes an equally herculean task…

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Hawaiian Teen Who Stutters Starts A Nonprofit To Take Care Of His Community 35:48

8M ago35:48

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Raphael Stark is the founder and president of the nonprofit CHATS. Raphael wanted to meet other teens who stuttered in his community but realized there wasn't an organization to help him so he started his own. Find out how Raphael balances being a teen founder and school. This is Part 1 of our conversation. Stay tuned for Part 2 in two weeks! We’re…

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Gotcha! Feat. Tatiana Frank & Shosh Brodman 20:38

9M ago20:38

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Babe, KICK HER ASS! Our first guest, Tatiana Frank, talks about her law & order Russian father teaching her a lesson after taking his car for an unexpected joyride and how a guy she pissed off sicced his girlfriend on him like a henchman. Then, picture this, you're on a cruise lapping up some rays and feeling the ocean breeze, you think "Boy a nice…

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All About All Hallows' Eve 18:53

9M ago18:53

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Turn those Jack O'Lantern frowns upside down, because Cole & Jane are back for an ALL NEW Halloween adventure! When a small town is terrorized by escaped serial killer William Murray, Cole & Jane take it upon themselves to look after the town's troubled teens, free of charge! Ok, so maybe they don't actually do it "free of charge", maybe they do it…

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Gotcha! Feat. Riylan Mills & Maggie Olmsted 21:00

9M ago21:00

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Love is in the air, and so are crimes! Our first guest Riylan Mills describes her epic crusade of karmic justice against Bushwick boys (taking little souvenirs from their rooms). Then, fellas, is it a crime to be confused? Maggie Olmsted tells a cautionary tale about how simply being thirsty at the beach led to a string of nutcrackers, firecrackers…

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A Surfer Who Stutters, A Journey To Becoming A Speech Therapist 35:56

9M ago35:56

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Randy Panzarino is a clinician, researcher, and person who stutters. He's also a surfer. Randy shares his journey through the challenges and anxieties associated with stuttering and how he found his passion for speech language pathology. Randy has studied stuttering-related anxiety and life partners of people who stutter. He also talk about the the…

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Gotcha! Feat. Sam Naismith & Meredith Dietz 15:43

9M ago15:43

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Check your back for kick-me sign's and get ready to be stuffed in your locker because on this week's episode we have bad boy of comedy, Sam Naismith! Sam tells us about a high school prank that made him truly understand the meaning of "digital footprint" and almost ended his burgeoning comedy career before it even started. Our second guest, (and so…