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Tell Me What It's Like22 Days in a Buddhist Monastery: Clarity That Comes From SilenceWhen Laurie Jacobson was 43, she found herself in a deeply unhappy marriage and increasingly isolated and depressed. After years of trying conventional therapies and self-help approaches without relief, she made a decision that felt radical at the time: she signed up for a silent retreat at a Buddhist monastery she’d discovered through a pamphlet in a coffee shop. Over the next 22 days of meditation and silence, Laurie experienced a profound shift in perspective that helped her see her life differently, and ultimately gave her the clarity she needed to make a difficult life decision."Don't be afraid to...
2026-03-0451 min
The Tuesdays Morning ShowKing Cake, Fake Jim Carrey & Awards Show HeadlinesIt’s a Tony G + Stacy duo this week — what starts with king cake at a trampoline park turns into Mardi Gras guilt, Shia LaBeouf’s Bourbon Street drama, a possibly fake Jim Carrey, very thin red carpets, secret celebrity weddings, and one of the most complicated award show moments in recent memory.Mentions:César Awards (France)BAFTA AwardsTourette syndrome How to Connect with The Tuesdays crew:💬 Got a question, need advice, or want to weigh in on our latest discussion?Leave us a voicemai...
2026-03-0337 min
Tell Me What It's LikeParenting Tween Girls: Christina King on the Teenage BrainAs a teenager, Christina King looked like she was doing everything right — she had good grades, played sports, took advanced classes. But when her mom paused during an argument and asked, “Are you happy?” it changed the course of her life. Today, Christina is a therapist specializing in tween and teen girls, and she shares what’s really happening in the teenage brain, why emotional ups and downs are often developmentally normal, and how parents can stay connected during one of the most intense seasons of growing up."I say with teens that sometimes it's like all gas, no brake...
2026-02-2553 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowSnow Days, Rejected Monkeys & Olympic DreamsIt’s a snow day (again) and TonyG is MIA (is he stuck somewhere in the snow??) so it’s just Stacy and Sofia catching up. They spiral over Punch-kun, the rejected baby macaque with his IKEA stuffed monkey, debate whether Sofia's dog Rigatoni would pass judgment on future boyfriends, and admit they barely watched the Olympics (despite big intentions). From curling confusion to bobsled terror to figure skating dreams, they officially commit to training for Ski Ballet in 2030.This week’s highlights:🐒 Punch-kun and the IKEA monkey saga🐶 Rigatoni as a relationship red flag det...
2026-02-2428 min
Tell Me What It's LikeUnexpected Pregnancy at 21: Finding a Safety Net with Kristen MardisKristen Mardis was 21 years old, fresh out of college, and had just been accepted into graduate school when she found out she was pregnant. With no financial safety net and no health insurance, she had to quickly figure out how she would care for a baby while still pursuing her dream of becoming a speech pathologist. In this episode, Kristen shares what it was like to navigate Medicaid, SNAP benefits, and childcare assistance — and how those programs gave her the foundation she needed to build the life she has today.“None of that would have happened without those prog...
2026-02-1838 min
Tell Me What It's LikeBehind the Scenes of News and Life: Carol Lin on Reporting HistoryCarol Lin spent her career inside newsrooms built for breaking news. She covered some of the most difficult moments in recent history, including being the first person to report the attacks on September 11. In this conversation, she reflects on her career in journalism and the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped her life. She also discusses what it was like to revisit those experiences while writing her memoir."And then I hear the music, the breaking news animation comes up and we are live."Hear Carol talk about:What it’s like inside a newsroom built for breaking ne...
2026-02-1841 min
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Tell Me What It’s Like returns for Season 2 with new weekly interviews about defining moments and life-changing experiences. The season opens with journalist Carol Lin, the first to report the September 11 attacks, and Kristen Mardis, who shares her story about navigating an unexpected pregnancy without a financial safety net. Hosted by Stacy Raine.
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2026-02-1801 minThe Tuesdays Morning Show90,000 Girl Scout Cookies, Super Bowl Nostalgia & Stacy’s Slang TestThe Tuesdays crew had a week that was full of ups and downs. TonyG debuts not one but two new jobs (including subbing gym class and becoming a social media content creator), Stacy mourns the loss of a ‘90s TV icon, Sofia brings a jaw-dropping Girl Scout cookie story, and somehow it all leads to a lively discussion about Boy Scouts popcorn pricing and whether the Backstreet Boys deserve the Super Bowl halftime stage.Plus: Stacy gets put through a Gen Z slang quiz… and honestly? She holds her own.This week’s highlights:🍪 A...
2026-02-1749 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowBad Bunny, Broken Medals & Valentine's Dating RulesSuper Bowl weekend collides with the start of the Winter Olympics, so the Tuesdays crew had a lot to discuss. Stacy, Sofia, and Tony G debate whether football is actually watchable, unpack a visually stunning halftime show, and agree that Super Bowl commercials may be the real main event. From gold medals to dating norms, the episode covers big cultural moments and some personal ones too.This week’s highlights:🏈 Why football feels unbearably slow (and why hockey doesn’t)🎤 Thoughts on the Super Bowl halftime show featuring Bad Bunny📺 The commercials t...
2026-02-1042 minTell Me What It's LikeSeason 2 Trailer: Tell Me What It’s LikeWhat’s it like to spend weeks inside a monastery in complete silence?What’s it like to find out you’re pregnant with no idea how you’re going to support yourself?And what’s it like to be the first person to tell the world a plane has just hit the World Trade Center?Season two of Tell Me What It’s Like gives you a window into someone else’s world - the moments that challenge us, scare us, and shape who we become.Join host Stacy Raine as she uncover...
2026-02-0401 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowSnowstorms, Grammy Outfits, and a Harry Styles QuizA snowstorm thins out the Tuesdays crew, but Stacy, Sofia, and Tony G still cover plenty of ground—starting with snow-day chaos, shoveling woes, and frozen neighborhoods. Then they turn their attention to celebrity news and the speed of modern headlines, before turning to the Grammys, including who won, what people wore, and why award shows feel harder to watch in the streaming era. The episode wraps with a deep dive into Harry Styles fandom, his unconventional album rollout, sold-out Madison Square Garden shows, and a Harry Styles quiz that Sofia mostly aces.This week’s highlights:
2026-02-0351 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowSports Betting "Hack," The Golden Globes, & Celebrity Mama DramaThe crew jump from a discussion about sports betting apps and so-called “hacks” into the Golden Globes, podcast awards, celebrity drama, and which movies are (and are not) worth watching. Along the way, Justin insists his hack is basically free money, Stacy reveals how few movies she's seen, Sofia brings the pop culture rabbit holes, and Tony G weighs in with film takes and award-show opinions.This week’s highlights:🎲 Sports betting apps, bonus bets, and the idea of “free money”🧠 Gambling confidence vs. actual risk🏆 Golden Globes reactions and confusing award categories🎙 Podcast Golden Globe award and why celebrit...
2026-01-1355 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowPopup Bar in NYC, Surprising Christmas Gifts, and Holiday NostalgiaA holiday episode of The Tuesdays wanders through the chaos, humor, and nostalgia of the season. The group debates which movies truly belong on the big screen, reacts to Sofia’s packed night at a popup Christmas bar in NYC, and contrasts it with Justin’s quiet, candlelit visit to a historic 1800s village. Along the way, Tony G shares the frustration of a holiday cocktail menu that never materialized, Stacy unwraps one of the strangest gifts she’s ever received, and everyone reflects on the toys, marketing, and moments that made Christmas feel magical growing up—even if they don...
2025-12-2335 min
Tell Me What It's LikeWhat’s Your Favorite Holiday Tradition? Season 1 Guests ShareAs the year comes to a close, guests from Season 1 of Tell Me What It’s Like share the holiday traditions that matter most to them. From longtime family rituals to traditions shaped by loss, life season, culture, and even wildlife, this bonus episode reflects on how traditions evolve and how new ones are created along the way.Season 1 Guests Featured in this Episode:Keri NelsonMorton BarlazAlexis BrozBill HoranRich "Big Daddy" SalgadoCarol HoenigLinda StraderSarah TeresinskiMentioned in this episode:Midwinter DayFeast of the Seven FishesCardinali Bakery, Carle Place, NYSupport This Sh...
2025-12-1825 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowSnow Days, Drunk Raccoons & RIP Rob ReinerSnow days set the tone for a wide-ranging winter episode of The Tuesdays, as Stacy, Sofia, Justin, and Tony G swap memories, debate what’s been lost with remote school and work, and revisit favorite cold-weather traditions. The conversation shifts to a somber reflection on the death of legendary director Rob Reiner, before veering back into holiday shopping stress and the internet’s favorite headline: a repeat-offender Virginia raccoon who broke into a liquor store, got drunk, and passed out in the bathroom."It's adorable and cute when the raccoon does it, but when I do it, I have...
2025-12-161h 02The Tuesdays Morning ShowPumpkin Pie Scandals, Slop Piles & Vintage Army AntsThe Tuesdays crew recaps Thanksgiving, starting with Justin’s now-infamous “slop pile” of Kraft mac and cheese mixed with Bush’s baked beans, Sofia’s abandoned pumpkin pie plans, and Tony G’s seafood-heavy holiday that did not sit well. Stacy shares how she got guilted into a five-mile turkey trot and beat her goal ... by 28 seconds. The group debates ketchup vs. mayo on egg sandwiches, reviews a truly terrible Taco Bell key lime pie, and gives early thoughts on Zootopia 2. Justin also reveals his newest vintage toy obsession—Army Ants—and how he finally tracked them down on a holiday weeken...
2025-12-0250 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowThanksgiving Is Christmas Jr.This week, the Tuesday crew is back for Thanksgiving week — and Justin returns with a full dissertation on windows, gaskets, and contractor lies. Sofia still hates cooked apples, Stacy is gearing up for her hot-chocolate-bar era, and Tony G … well, TonyG is MIA doing “homework.” The trio covers everything from Christmas-light nostalgia and the chaos of the Macy’s Parade to the reopening of Toys“R”Us, bizarre Thanksgiving food opinions, and which movies you should see this weekend (spoiler: Zootopia)."If you don’t smile at a holiday light show, you should probably check into a psych ward."This we...
2025-11-2553 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowWhat’s Up With AI Singers? + The Ultimate Thanksgiving Sides BracketStacy, Sofia, and Tony G dig into the sudden rise of AI-generated singers — including a country song topping the charts from an artist who isn’t even real. They discuss the two new "artists" and debate whether this is creativity, a shortcut, or the start of something messier.Then it’s time for The Ultimate Thanksgiving Sides Bracket.Mashed potatoes, stuffing, mac & cheese, Brussels sprouts — it's all up for grabs. Mac & cheese fights for its life, cranberry sauce sparks a classification war, and Tony’s lactose intolerance becomes a plot twist."Stuffing needs you. It needs y...
2025-11-1848 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowRoller Coasters, Rage Rooms & the Rise of Tip ScreensStacy, Sofia, Justin, and Tony G discuss everything from failed language lessons and fake Louisiana accents to the thrill (or terror) of roller coasters. Stacy shares stories from the Marine Corps Ball—including her first trip to Busch Gardens, where she firmly skipped the rides—while Tony G defends the adrenaline rush, Justin admits swings now make him sick, and Sofia opens up about her fear of throwing up. The group also talks about the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day, and ends with a debate over today’s tipping culture: the guilt, the screens, and whether anyone really...
2025-11-1146 min
Tell Me What It's LikeSustainable Style: Sarah Teresinski on Upcycling for Stylish Home DecorWhen Sarah Teresinski was a single mom, she couldn’t afford the beautiful little dresses she saw in stores for her daughter. So she decided to teach herself how to sew. That simple decision sparked a movement — and eventually, Redeux Style, where Sarah transforms old, unused items into something new and beautiful. Today, she helps people see the potential in what they already have or what they might find at the thrift stores — proving that sustainable can be stylish too. “If everyone who follows me did just one upcycle a year, we could keep 60,000 pounds of waste out of l...
2025-11-0541 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowCostumes & Haunted Houses, Britney & BlakeHalloween’s over, but Stacy and Sofia are still covering the highlights. Sofia survives Bayville Scream Park (barely) while Stacy recounts trick-or-treat fun featuring a hot dog, a school bus, and Dunkings costumes.They also talk Heidi Klum’s Medusa costume, why fall deserves more than a weekend before Christmas, the escaped monkeys in Mississippi, and the latest Britney and Blake Lively drama.What we’re talking about this week:Sofia’s first haunted-house experience (and how she scared the actors instead)The cutest kids’ costumes for HalloweenWhy Thanksgiving décor deserves its momentBritney Spears, fam...
2025-11-0435 min
Tell Me What It's LikeThe Woman Who Changed Chess: Susan Polgar on Becoming a GrandmasterSusan Polgar’s father believed geniuses weren’t born, they were made. So when his three-year-old daughter found an old chess set in their Budapest apartment, he saw an opportunity to prove it. Susan quickly learned the game, but soon realized the real challenge: convincing the world that girls could play just as well as boys - which she did by becoming the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title under the same standards as men. In this episode, she shares how she rewrote the gender norms of chess, overcame deeply rooted sexism, and helped redefine what young girls beli...
2025-10-2937 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowJustin's Birthday, Halloween Movies, and What Happened to Home VideosIt’s a full crew this week on The Tuesdays as Justin’s finally back—just in time to recap his birthday party, including Sofia’s surprise karaoke debut. Stacy talks about trouble on the Metro after the Marine Corps Marathon, then the gang debates the Halloween franchise chaos, Hocus Pocus vs. Practical Magic, and which nostalgic Halloween movies actually hold up. They share favorite costumes, trick-or-treat memories, and a little reflection on how home videos might be the lost art of our time."They just keep bringing him back — Jamie Lee Curtis has to come back, Michael Myers has...
2025-10-281h 02
Tell Me What It's LikeBecoming Wise in the Age of AI: Jeff Burningham on What It Means to Be HumanAfter decades of chasing success as a tech entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and even a candidate for Utah governor, Jeff Burningham found himself questioning what it all meant.When the governor’s race ended in 2020, Jeff finally had space to pause—and that pause changed everything. It led him to write The Last Book Written by a Human, a deeply personal reflection on consciousness, connection, and wisdom in an age increasingly defined by artificial intelligence.“As our machines become smarter, we have to become wiser.”Hear Jeff talk about:What it was like to...
2025-10-2240 minThe Tuesdays Morning ShowKim K’s Mask, Creepy Clowns, and Halloween FunIt’s just Stacy and Sofia this week — everyone else ditched, and they’re calling it their “terrible twos” era. From Kim Kardashian’s face-covering couture moment to creepy clowns cruising through suburbia, this episode serves up equal parts pop culture chaos and Halloween fun.They dive into costumes, party traditions, and why it’s never okay for grown adults to go around the neighborhood dressed as clowns if it's not Halloween night. Plus, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s controversial anniversary post, the best Halloween dance songs, and a few seasonal décor stories for good measure. "It...
2025-10-2134 min
Tell Me What It's LikeGrowing Up Millennial: Charlie Wells on What Shaped a GenerationJournalist Charlie Wells is a Millennial — and by now, something of an expert on the Millennial generation, too. In his debut book, What Happened to Millennials: In Defense of a Generation, he shares the stories of five people whose lives reveal what it’s really been like to grow up Millennial — through the early optimism, the crises that shaped us, and all the change we’ve weathered along the way."We're adults and we've overcome a lot of obstacles as this group of people. It's okay to celebrate that."Hear Charlie talk about:Why he wanted to explo...
2025-10-1535 min
Tell Me What It's LikeCreating a Walking Shoe for Women: Cori Burns on Filling the Fitness Shoe GapCori Burns had always loved running, but eventually pregnancy pushed her to walking for exercise. She found she loved it, but quickly realized there weren't any shoes made for women who walked for fitness. So, she set out to create them herself.In 2023 she launched Raesyn, a technical shoe company making shoes “for women who walk to sweat.” Cori shares how she spotted a gap in the shoe industry, what went into designing a shoe for women who walk for exercise, and the determination it took to turn her idea into Raesyn.“I wanted something that made m...
2025-10-0835 min
Tell Me What It's LikeFighting Forest Fires: Linda Strader on Breaking Barriers in the U.S. Forest ServiceWhen Linda Strader joined a US Forest Service fire crew in the 1970s, she didn’t know how rare it was for women to do that kind of work - she just wanted an interesting job. But she quickly realized she was stepping into a world that didn’t necessarily welcome her. In this episode, Linda shares what it was like to be one of the first women on a fire crew, the discrimination she faced, and why she loved the work enough to keep coming back for seven seasons."I wasn't trying to prove anything to them. I ju...
2025-10-0142 min
Tell Me What It's LikeTeaching Modern Manners: Jennifer Daniel on Etiquette and KindnessWhen Jennifer Daniel landed her first job after college, she quickly realized she didn’t quite know how to navigate the world of business meetings with confidence. That led her to the Protocol School of Washington and, eventually, to founding her own etiquette business, Polished Peyton Etiquette Essentials. For nearly 25 years, she’s been teaching children, young professionals, and executives the skills they need to succeed - with etiquette as a foundation for confidence and kindness."Etiquette seems like such an awful snobby word. And maybe long, long, long ago it was. I do not think it is now...
2025-09-2440 min
Tell Me What It's LikeLeaving It All Behind: Valerie Russell on Starting a Business AbroadValerie Russell spent a decade in criminal justice. She worked as a corrections officer, a narcotics investigator, even on the 9/11 Human Recovery Project. But one day, she realized she wanted something entirely different. She sold everything, moved to Guatemala with just a backpack, and built a thriving travel agency from scratch."I got rid of everything that I owned, basically sold it all on a weekend, my pajamas through Facebook marketplace. And I packed up and came just with a backpack."Hear Valerie talk about:The book that inspired her to walk away from law enforcement...
2025-09-1738 min
Tell Me What It's LikeSinging About Poop: Matt Farley on Creativity and 26,000 SongsMatt Farley has created over 26,000 songs ... many of them about poop. But behind the absurd humor is a thoughtful approach to creativity, productivity, and making things without fear.In this episode of Tell Me What It’s Like, Matt shares how he embraced the ridiculous, built an empire of searchable songs, and let go of perfectionism — all while homeschooling, making movies, and continuing to make music."We as creative people are not good judges of our work. And that's wonderful. So I think it frees us up."Hear Matt Talk About:Why he shares his...
2025-09-1038 min
Tell Me What It's LikeDiana Greenlee: Uncovering the Story of Poverty PointMore than 3,000 years ago, a Native American community in what is now Northeast Louisiana built monumental earthworks - such as mounds, ridges, and a vast plaza - at Poverty Point, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For nearly two decades, Dr. Diana Greenlee, station archaeologist at Poverty Point, has worked to uncover what life was like for the people who lived there so many years ago."Every time I do some work there I think, this is the first time in over 3,000 years that somebody has touched this. That's a pretty cool feeling."Hear Diana talk about:
2025-09-0336 min
Tell Me What It's LikeBill Gerhart: Loss and Action in the Opioid Crisis, Part 2In Part 1, Bill Gerhart shared his son Connor’s story and discussed the dangers of fentanyl. In Part 2, Bill shares more about the fentanyl crisis, why he feels prosecuting those who sell it is necessary, and what he’s doing to raise awareness. He also reflects on his belief that there’s opportunity in every event, and how he moves forward with that perspective. "I'm a big believer that there's opportunity in every negative event and even horrible, tragic events like this, where you have a child pass away early in life. And I'm not sure if I've found...
2025-08-2734 min
Tell Me What It's LikeBill Gerhart: Loss and Action in the Opioid Crisis, Part 1In 2023, nearly 80,000 Americans died from opioid overdoses. Bill Gerhart's son Connor was one of those people. In this first part of a two-part conversation, Bill shares who Connor was, from his childhood and football days to his career as a civil engineer, and how a series of surgeries and pain prescriptions led to an opioid addiction that few around him knew about. He also reflects on when he realized what was happening with Connor, and why awareness is so important. "He had a successful career, didn't miss much at work, he was highly functioning. He was around family...
2025-08-2034 min
Tell Me What It's LikeMary Hayden: Studying the Human Side of Mosquito RiskDr. Mary Hayden recently traveled to Colombia to answer a question about mosquitoes that was actually about us humans. Specifically, she wanted to know how human behavior shapes the risk of mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, Zika, and yellow fever. From unregulated areas with limited water access to neighborhoods in the U.S., she’s found that our daily habits, infrastructure, and even trust in information can either reduce or increase that risk. We tell people all the time, 'Dump standing water in your yard,' but oftentimes people are too busy, or they don't think about it, or they...
2025-08-1335 min
Tell Me What It's LikeBrandon Phillips: From Childhood Cancer to Supporting Families Through PoloAt 14, Brandon Phillips was a healthy kid with a passion for sports. Then one day he noticed his leg was swollen. Within 24 hours, he was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and the outlook wasn't positive. In this episode, Brandon shares what it was like to face a life-threatening diagnosis, fight through months of brutal chemotherapy, and go on to become a professional polo player, as well as a devoted advocate for families battling childhood cancer."Pressure’s nothing until you’re sitting in a room waiting for doctors to come in to tell you are you gonna live or not...
2025-08-0636 min
Tell Me What It's LikeWhen Characters Talk Back: Carol Hoenig on Writing Fiction That Comes to LifeCarol Hoenig published her first novel in 2005. Years later, while driving home from work, one of her characters suddenly returned, insisting to Carol that her story wasn’t finished. That unexpected moment sparked a new novel about the character's story. In this episode, Carol reflects on her creative process, the career pivots that shaped her path, and the moments when fictional characters come to life. I was leaving work and I'm driving home. I'm on Sunrise Highway, and Grace, a character from my first novel, Without Grace, said to me "They don't know why I really left." Hear...
2025-07-3038 min
Tell Me What It's LikeRich "Big Daddy" Salgado: Building a Network by Showing Up for OthersInsurance agent Rich Salgado has spent decades building a reputation as the guy who knows how to help – whether you're an NFL player, a TV producer, or just someone he met at a business event. Known to nearly everyone as “Big Daddy,” Rich shares how he's built a powerful network rooted in generosity, trust, and simply showing up for people."You never know someone you meet might be the one that takes you outta digging ditches."Hear Rich talk about:How losing his early business partner pushed him to rely on his networkHow he became the insuran...
2025-07-2335 min
Tell Me What It's LikeBill Horan: Talking About Success for 37 YearsBill Horan has spent nearly four decades interviewing people about one elusive idea: success. On his radio show Secrets of Success, he’s spoken with thousands of guests, from authors and business owners to everyday people, about the idea of success. In this episode, Bill shares some of the most memorable stories, the themes that have stuck with him, and how hosting this show has shaped his own understanding of what success really means." I think we have a false image that these people never fail. They do. They overcome failure, somehow they get through it."Hear Bill t...
2025-07-1636 min
Tell Me What It's LikeSaving Wild Animals: Alexis Broz on Rehabilitation, Rescue Missions, and a Beaver Named BoAlexis Broz didn’t grow up thinking she’d become a wildlife rehabilitator. But when a baby squirrel slid across a restaurant patio toward a petrified customer, Alexis scooped it up and didn’t look back. That moment set her on a path of rescuing, raising, and returning animals to the wild. From squirrels and pigeons to otters and beavers, Alexis has rehabilitated and released hundreds of animals in New York. In this episode, she shares how she became a wildlife rehabilitator, what it’s like to care for wild animals around the clock, and how a beaver named Bo becam...
2025-07-0948 min
The Recess Bell: Film RealStacy WarsStacy Raine and her kids Henry and Nick, along with her husband Keith, join the show to talk Star Wars!
2025-07-0548 min
Tell Me What It's LikeWhat Really Happens to Our Trash: Dr. Morton Barlaz on 40 Years of Studying LandfillsWhile in graduate school in the early 1980s, Dr. Morton Barlaz was offered a project studying how municipal waste decomposes. He wasn’t sure it was what he wanted to do, but it sounded interesting so he said yes. Forty-two years later, he’s a leading expert on how landfills work and why their management matters. In this episode, he explains what happens to the things we throw away, what biodegrades (and what doesn’t), and how landfills have changed over time.“Landfills are a piece of our public infrastructure, just like wastewater treatment.” Hear Dr. Barlaz ta...
2025-07-0235 min
Tell Me What It's LikeRunning 7 Marathons on 7 Continents: Becca Pizzi on Grit, Endurance, and Making HistoryWhen Becca Pizzi got dozens of messages from friends about an extreme endurance race – seven marathons on seven continents in seven days – she knew she had to run it. In 2016, she became the first American woman to complete the World Marathon Challenge, winning with a total time of 27 hours, 26 minutes, and an average marathon time of just under four hours. Then in 2018, she did it again. Hear what it took to win it and what the miles have taught her in this episode.“If my dreams don’t scare my parents, they’re not big enough.”Hear Becca talk a...
2025-06-2535 min
Tell Me What It's LikeSaundra Pelletier: Bringing a New Birth Control to MarketSaundra Pelletier has spent her career focused on women’s health, from Big Pharma to nonprofit work around the globe. Then she got the opportunity to lead a startup bringing a new kind of birth control to market: a non-hormonal gel designed to give women more control. In this episode, she shares what it’s like to fight for FDA approval, push for insurance coverage, and rethink what birth control can look like when women are the ones making the decisions.Note: This episode includes discussion of reproductive health and birth control in an educational context. It is n...
2025-06-1843 min
Tell Me What It's LikeInventing from Home: April Mitchell on Turning Everyday Problems into Products That SellApril Mitchell realized one day that she actually knew the answer to the problem she was having when her kids left their towels on the floor ... she just had to invent it. Since then, she’s created dozens of products, from housewares to toys and games, and learned a lot along the way. In this episode, she shares what it’s like to have a spark of inspiration, go through the invention process, and co-create with her kids to bring her creations to life."I was just a mom trying to solve a problem and realized just how many...
2025-06-1144 min
Tell Me What It's LikeTrash Wolf: Becoming Leader of the Anti-Litter PackIf you want to bring attention to litter, what do you do? For one man in Florida, the answer was to ... put on a wolf suit. In 2022, Trash Wolf began prowling the streets picking up litter and quietly building a movement.In this episode, he shares what inspired the wolf, what it’s like to collect literal tons of trash, and why his mission is really about awareness, community, and taking that first step.“The number one lesson is just go for it. Whatever you're wanting to do, just do it. Go for it."Hear Tras...
2025-06-0442 min
Tell Me What It's LikeLeigh Dzvonick: Living Through Guillain-Barré SyndromeMilitary spouse and mom Leigh Dzvonick was busy raising young kids when she started to feel off. After three ER visits and a misdiagnosis of anxiety, she was finally told she had Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that left her unable to walk.In this episode, Leigh shares the confusion of misdiagnosis, the shock of sudden paralysis, and the determination it took to reclaim her health.Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding your health.“You know you...
2025-06-0434 min
Tell Me What It's LikeKeri Nelson: Life and Work in AntarcticaAfter a career first as a journalist and then as a traveling nurse, Keri Nelson chased an even grander adventure and secured a job in Antarctica. Seventeen seasons later, she’s done a lot of different jobs at various research stations, she's experienced both summers and winters on the continent, and even helped with scientific research. In this episode, Keri shares what it’s really like to live at the bottom of the world, giving insights into the routines, the landscape, the excursions, and the vibrant community that keeps beckoning her back. (Note: This episode was...
2025-06-0442 min
Tell Me What It's LikeTell Me What It's Like trailerWhat’s it like to set a world record? To invent a new product? To survive an extremely rare illness?Tell Me What It’s Like is a show about those experiences and the people who lived them. Host Stacy Raine sits down with individuals who’ve faced uncommon, life-altering challenges to learn how it happened, why it mattered, and what it was really like.🔔 Subscribe now so you don’t miss the episodes.🌐 tellmewhatitslike.com📸 @rainemediaco🎧 A Raine Media Production
2025-05-2100 min
My HometownSam's ScoopsBill Horan and Stacy Raine learned that people in Freeport were upset when back in 2022, a very popular ice cream shop called Pip’s Ice Cream Parlor was forced to close to do storm damage from Superstorm Sandy and rising rent costs. But since 2024, it’s back, under a new name, thanks to an amazing local hero who helped financially and emotionally bring it back to life, now called Sam’s Scoops - located inside Sparkle on Stage Cultural Arts Center on Woodcleft Avenue in Freeport. They speak with Robyn Workman, the owner and proprietor of Sparkle on Stage Cultural Arts C...
2025-02-1328 minMy HometownWeekendDating.comLove is in the air! Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn all about Long Island company WeekendDating.com - who has been organizing Long Island Speed Dating and Speed Dating N-Y-C events since 2003, resulting in at least 85 marriages and 13 children. They sponsor events that include speed dating, trivia nights, cultural events and much more. They speak with Jay Rosensweig, the owner of WeekendDating.com.
2025-02-0628 minMy HometownBedgearBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Long Island based company called BEDGEAR. They speak with Eugene Alletto, their CEO and Quarterback. BEDGEAR has created over 280 global Patents, Trademarks and Patents-pending, developing the world’s only performance bedding brand.
2025-01-3028 minMy HometownWild OnesBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about Wild Ones, a national non- profit organization with local chapters that promote the many benefits of landscaping using native plants such as wildflowers, shrubs, trees, and grasses. They speak with Wild Ones New York Metro Region’s president, Fred Nass, and Olivia Cunningham, who is a Community Hub Leader at Wild Ones for the towns of North Hempstead and Smithtown.
2025-01-2327 minMy HometownLong Island Cat & Kitten SolutionBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with John DeBacker - the Vice President of a foster based animal rescue group called Long Island Cat and Kitten Solution, with the goal to rescue and save as many animals as humanly possible.
2025-01-1628 minThe Recess Bell: Film RealHome Alone with StacyStacy Raine joins Justin to discuss The Home Alone franchise, including the controversial Home Alone 3. We also discuss some other classic Christmas movies and specials.Referenced in the pod: 'The Lost Version of Home Alone 2' ~ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHhEbysDEQs
2024-12-211h 01My HometownChaminade High School Flyer Partnership ProgramBill Horan (a Chaminade alum!) and Stacy Raine learn about a program at Chaminade High School in Mineola called The Flyer Partnership, with a goal to increase the daily interaction between special needs students and Chaminade’s student body so the students can learn transferable job skills. They speak with Carlo Mansueto, their Supervisor of Grounds, and Tina Smith, their Librarian, both of whom have worked with students in this amazing program.
2024-12-1627 minMy Hometown"Class With Lauryn" CiardulloBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Lauryn Ciardullo from Valley Stream, who played Princess Jasmine and many other roles in the award- winning Broadway production of Aladdin as an original cast member and can be heard on the Original Cast Album and performed on the 2014 Tony Awards. BUT when Broadway closed its doors in March 2020, Lauryn started offering online song and dance classes which has now grown into a place for young performers to work on singing, acting and dance called ‘Class with Lauryn.’
2024-12-1227 minMy HometownNassau County Tourism This WinterWe don’t usually think of Nassau County as a place for tourists since we LIVE here. But luckily, there are people that are paid to do so, for the people who DON’T live here to come and visit - or maybe, you can have a STAYCATION this winter. Bill Horan and Stacy Raine find out more from Kristen Stucchio-Suarez, Project Director at RRDA, the official tourism and promotions agency for Nassau County.
2024-12-0528 minMy HometownFamilies For InclusionBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about an organization in Nassau County called Families For Inclusion - where they promote education about autism, neurodiversity, and inclusion in elementary schools, and to assist the process wherever they can. They speak with Gina DeGregorio-Sonbert, the Founder of Families For Inclusion, and the author of a children's book series called Theodore Bearkins, about the first autistic, non-speaking main character in a children’s book where autism is NOT the focus of his tale.
2024-11-2127 minMy HometownAlzheimer's Association Long Island ChapterOver 400,000 New Yorkers are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and more than 500,000 family and friends are providing care. Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Alzheimer's Association Long Island Chapter - who help families, caregivers, health care professionals and those living with the disease by providing education and support, advocate for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s disease and all other dementia, and advance critical research to develop new treatments and, ultimately, a cure. They speak with Alaina Nathan, the Senior Manager of Programs for the Alzheimer's Association Long Island Chapter.
2024-11-0727 min
Wisdom of AgeHerbert Sweat: Never Forget That Freedom Isn't FreeMeet 75-year-old Herbert Sweat, a Vietnam War veteran whose experiences have driven him to support fellow veterans and honor their sacrifices. In this episode, Herbert reflects on growing up in Brooklyn, serving in the jungles of Vietnam, and facing the challenges of coming home. Through it all, he’s found redemption in helping others navigate the journey.Hear him talk about:Growing up in Brooklyn and navigating integrationServing with the 173rd Airborne Brigade in VietnamConfronting PTSD after returning homeHis work mentoring veterans through the court systemWhy veterans need your helpLearn more about some of...
2024-10-2940 min
Wisdom of AgeKimiko Koyanagi: We Must Accept Our Fortune to LiveAt 92 years old, Kimiko Koyanagi, a third-generation doll-maker born in Tokyo, Japan, continues to create her art. Her experiences, from surviving the bombings of Tokyo during World War II to her travels around the world and eventual immigration to Canada and, much later, the U.S., have deeply influenced both her worldview and her entirely unique Japanese dolls. Listen in as Kimiko shares her wisdom on resilience, creativity, and the acceptance of life’s fortunes.Hear her talk about:Surviving the devastation of World War II in TokyoTraveling the world and then immigrating to CanadaBuilding a ca...
2024-10-2233 minMy HometownHere Now The News - Long Island AuthorBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk to Jerry Barmash, Long Island author of "Here Now the News: An Inside Scoop into New York's Best-Loved Anchors, a look behind the camera at how the anchoring landscape changed in New York City---and across the country." He is also a long time broadcaster and journalist.
2024-10-1728 min
Wisdom of AgeMary Alice Husted: You Cry, and You Keep GoingMeet 97-year-old Mary Alice Husted, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, whose deep faith and family-centered life have guided her through nearly a century of joys and challenges. In this episode, Mary Alice shares her reflections on growing up in Monroe, Louisiana, her marriage to the love of her life, Bill, and how her faith helped her navigate the loss of loved ones, including her father, husband, son, and great-grandson.Learn more about the Tarver Braddock Foundation. Like this show? Please leave a rating and review.Expand your wisdom by following the show...
2024-10-1527 minMy HometownRaynham Hall MuseumBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Raynham Hall Museum - a place that connects you to the complex and evolving story of our nation through the lens of one revolutionary household - the Townsend Family Home, located on West Main Street in Oyster Bay. They talks with Christopher Judge, their Director of Visitor Services, and Justinne Lake-Jedzinak, their Director of Education and Public Programs.
2024-10-1028 min
Wisdom of AgeBetsy Samuels: Love Thy Neighbor (Even if You Don't Want To Sometimes)Meet 84-year-old Betsy Samuels, a retired Christmas tree farmer and military spouse. In this episode, she reflects on life at Foxfire Christmas Tree Farm, her experiences growing up in Virginia Beach during WWII, and the lessons she learned moving across the country as a military spouse. Betsy also shares her philosophy on the importance of community, resilience, and choosing happiness, no matter the challenges life brings.Image courtesy of Betsy Samuels.Like this show? Please leave a rating and review.Expand your wisdom by following the show in your favorite podcast app and...
2024-10-0836 minMy HometownAviator BalloonsBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Renee Morgan, the owner and creator of Aviator Balloons, located in Bellmore, Long Island! Aviator Balloons curates customizable party décor and balloon garlands to enhance your special events!
2024-10-0328 min
Wisdom of AgeWelcome to Wisdom of AgeAfter a lifetime of experiences, what perspectives hold true? What opinions and beliefs have been forged over decades of lessons learned? What do people know for sure when they are 80, or 90?In this introduction to Wisdom of Age, Stacy Raine shares her inspiration and intention for this show. Join her as she explores the lives and life lessons from people in our oldest generations, who have a lifetime of wisdom to share. Expand your wisdom by following the show in your favorite podcast app and on Instagram. Like this show? Please leave a...
2024-10-0102 min
Wisdom of AgeHubert Seipel: Trust in the Lord and Live Your Life (Part 2)In the second part of our conversation with 97-year-old WWII veteran Hubert Seipel, he reflects on his experiences aboard the USS Lexington, including witnessing the aftermath of the war in Tokyo and visiting Pearl Harbor, where he saw the devastation of the USS Arizona. Hubert also shares his thoughts on the importance of family, faith, and resilience, along with his advice for building a happy marriage. Tune in to continue listening to the wisdom and reflections of Hubert Seipel.Image courtesy of the Seipel family.Like this show? Please leave a rating and review.
2024-10-0129 min
Wisdom of AgeHubert Seipel: Trust in the Lord and Live Your Life (Part 1)Meet 97-year-old WWII veteran Hubert Seipel. After growing up during the Great Depression, he enlisted in the Navy when he was just 17 and served in the Pacific aboard the USS Lexington. He reflects on his experiences during World War II, his thoughts on the changing fabric of American society, and his memories of family and hard work. Tune in to this episode to hear the wisdom of Hubert Seipel. Image courtesy of the Seipel family.Like this show? Please leave a rating and review.Expand your wisdom by following the show in your f...
2024-10-0131 minMy HometownCona Elder LawBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about Cona Elder Law, located on Long Island. Their practice concentrates in the areas of elder law, estate planning, estate administration and litigation, special needs planning and health care law. They speak with Kristi DiPaolo, a Senior Associate at Cona Elder Law.
2024-09-2628 minMy HometownMitchel Field Historian and AuthorBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Paul R. Martin III, a military history buff who has had a great interest in Mitchel Field since his boyhood days growing up in East Meadow. Paul is a display and special events coordinator for the Army Air Forces Historical Association, Chaplain of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 1009, Chairman of the Yorktown Veteran's Day Parade, President of the Rockland Civil War Round Table and the Yorktown Historical Society, Secretary of the Company of Military Historians, West Point Chapter, and board member of the Lincoln Depot Museum and Lincoln Society in Peekskill...
2024-09-1927 minMy HometownMount Sinai South Nassau Life Saving TipsBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn some basic life support and the education opportunities available from Mount Sinai South Nassau. They speak with Abigail Fromm, a registered nurse and their Director of Community Education, and Valentino Griffiths, the Community & Staff Education Instructor and the American Heart Association Training Center Coordinator.
2024-09-1227 minMy HometownLI Children's Book Author and Pet AdvocateBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Maria Dello, a Long Island-based published author, seasoned nutritionist, and a true friend to dogs. Beyond her professional endeavors, Maria dedicates her free time to rescue work and puppy obedience training, because she believes that dogs deserve the best. She is the author of her first ever children's book, "Theodor Says: Dogs Are People Too!"
2024-09-0528 minMy HometownNassau County TourismBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about Nassau County Tourism - where they tell us that there is always MORE TO EXPLORE! Whether you’re planning a family getaway, weekend staycation, or a quick afternoon away, their guest, Jaime Hollander, Managing Director of RRDA, the advertising agency that oversees Nassau County Tourism, tells us all about the organization and gives us some ideas on how to relax right here at home!
2024-06-2728 minMy HometownThe Diner Boys in MerrickBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about a relatively new business located in Merrick, NY. They speak with Nick Christofides, one of the partners at The Diner Boys - where they have reimagined beloved diner fare to cater to modern palates through a menu that features an array of delectable and unique offerings you won’t find at your average diner.
2024-06-2026 minMy HometownAli Berke - The Anthem GirlBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with ALI THE ANTHEM GIRL! Her real name is Ali Berke, and she is a singer and songwriter from Oceanside, NY, who has a goal to sing at every sports stadium. She recently had the opportunity to perform the National Anthem before a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden, and has performed at Citi Field and a bunch of other stadiums already.
2024-06-1328 minMy HometownLong Beach Latino Civic AssociationBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Long Beach Latino Civic Association, an organization that works to alleviate the social problems of the Latino community in the city of Long Beach here on Long Island by advocating for communities and individuals in crisis by providing resources and access to opportunity networks. They speak with Helen Dorado Alessi, their Executive Director, and Nicole Fader, their board Vice President.
2024-06-0628 minMy HometownBlue Ocean Wealth SolutionsStacy Raine learns about a local Nassau County company that helps people reach financial goals and meet their full financial potential. She speaks with Richard (Rick) Meier, Senior Executive Vice President and Director of Investments at Blue Ocean Wealth Solutions, a Mass Mutual Firm.
2024-05-3028 minMy HometownThe Mental Health Association of Nassau CountyStacy Raine learns about The Mental Health Association of Nassau County, a not-for-profit membership organization that advocates for the needs of adults and children with psychiatric and emotional difficulties. Their services assist individuals facing chronic and serious mental illness and psychiatric disabilities, supporting them on their paths to building productive and meaningful lives. She speaks with Malika Watson, the director of the Education and Training, and Rachel Priest, Behavioral Health Educator.
2024-05-2328 minMy HometownLittle Saint Nick FoundationBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about The Little Saint Nick Foundation, located in East Rockaway, New York, which inspires kids in local communities to give back to those kids in need all year long! They speak with Zack Andersen, the Chief Operating Officer, and Bradley Cooper, Executive Director of the North East Region, of the Little Saint Nick Foundation.
2024-05-1628 minMy HometownLong Island Girl Scout Silver Award Winner: Positivity BoardBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with 15-year-old Alicia Tritchler from Lynbrook Girl Scout Troop 2168, and her troop leader, Debbie Prial, about Alicia’s Silver Award winning project, an amazing Positivity Board that has been featured in her local library and in her community.
2024-05-0927 minMy HometownNew York Water Safety CoalitionBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Bobby Hazen, one of the founding members of The New York Water Safety Coalition and Executive Founder of End Drowning Now. Bobby has been in the swim school and water safety industry for over 26 years.Bill and Stacy talk with Bobby about what it means to be safe around water, especially when it comes to kids. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4, but there are steps everyone can take to keep kids safe around water. Print your Water Watcher Card here.Learn m...
2024-05-0228 minMy HometownThe Long Island Community FoundationBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about The Long Island Community Foundation - an organization that works to improve the quality of life for all Long Islanders by connecting past, present, and future generations with other nonprofits on Long Island, to make a healthy, equitable, and thriving community. They speak with Marie Smith, the Director of Donor Relations and Communications, and Sol Marie Alfonso Jones, the Program Director.Learn more about The Long Island Community Foundation.
2024-04-2528 minMy HometownGlen Cove Downtown Business Improvement DistrictBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District - located adjacent to Glen Cove’s waterfront, the downtown encompasses part of State Route 107/Glen Cove Road, Pulaski Street, Glen Cove Avenue, Brewster Street, School Street, Glen Street, and Bridge Street. They speak with Jill Nossa, their Executive Director.
2024-04-1828 minMy HometownJones Beach Energy and Nature CenterBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Jones Beach Energy and Nature Center, which explores the relationships between human beings, energy systems, and the environment. Located on the West End of Long Island’s Jones Beach State Park, the Center offers permanent and rotating exhibits, public programs, and educational resources to help visitors understand and appreciate the coastal environment. Bill: Sounds great - and I bet many people listening right now didn't even know this existed right in our backyard. They speak with Mia Ramirez, lead educator of the Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center.
2024-04-1128 minMy HometownThe Basic SixBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about a non-profit organization from Nassau County that helps women fighting cancer feel beautiful again, creating a six product, six minute beauty routine that is not too physically demanding, and can help restore self-confidence and a sense of personal beauty. The organization is called The Basic Six Inc., and they speak with June Bleich, their President and founding board member.
2024-04-0427 minMy HometownTap To Pointe Dance CenterBill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Sara DeGennaro, the owner of Tap to Pointe Dance Center in Malverne, and a first time children’s author of a book called “Sofia’s First Ballet Class: Ballet Is Fun”.
2024-03-2828 minMy HometownJuliana's Works of HEARTBill Horan and Stacy Raine meet a 12-year-old 6th grader from the North Merrick School District who has raised tens of thousands of dollars since she was only SIX years old for the Ronald McDonald House Charities - and the way she does it is quite special. Bill: I would love everyone to meet Julianna Tand, and her mom Jennifer, creator of Julianna’s Works of “HEART” - a 501c3 non-profit organization where Julianna sculpts clay figures and does many other things to raise money for charity to help sick kids.
2024-03-2128 minMy HometownUS Coffee 4-Mile Run-Walk for LLS 2024Bill Horan and Stacy Raine talk to a local business looking to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The event is the US COFFEE 4-MILE RUN WALK FOR LLS 2024, and they speak with the organizer and sponsor of the event, happening Saturday, March 30th, Doug Shindler.
2024-03-1428 minMy HometownATAX BellmoreBill Horan and Stacy Raine speak with Bonnie Yam, owner of ATAX, a tax-preparation business in Bellmore, to talk about your tax return in 2024. She is also an expert in finance, insurance and Medicare.
2024-03-0728 minMy HometownWe-Are-Vets.usBill Horan and Stacy Raine meet Eric Spinner, the Founder and Webmaster of a website that exists to help everyone remember our Veterans, remember our American history, and to let others know that veterans will not be disenfranchised. The website is www.we-are-vets.us.
2024-02-2928 min
WHPC InterviewsSavannah Guthrie from The Today ShowStacy Raine interviews Savannah Guthrie from The Today Show about her new book on faith, her best career advice, and much more.
2024-02-2120 minMy HometownRenee's Reading ClubBill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the online Facebook group called Renee’s Reading Club - and they speak with the creator of the group, Renee Weingarten from Atlantic Beach.
2024-02-0828 min
Minuit et quelquesbonne année (et foutons nous la paix!)Euh, est-ce que c'est nous ou il n'est pas trop tard pour se dire bonne année ? En tout cas, sur les réseaux, tout le monde s'est calmé on dirait, les gens avancent prudemment et ne présument de rien depuis 2020, vous savez l'année où... enfin bref, vous savez quoi! Ah non, on a rien dit! Sur Youtube, l'empire de la that girl est bien en place: vision board dans la main droite, stanley cup dans la main gauche, le secret du bonheur résiderait-il dans le fait de se lever à 5AM et d'enchainer avec pilates, matcha latte et...
2024-01-3153 minMy HometownFamily and Children’s Association (FCA)Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about FCA, the Family and Children’s Association - an organization that protects and strengthens Long Island’ most vulnerable children, seniors, families and communities. Their guest is Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, their President and CEO.
2024-01-2528 min