Papamutes

Pat Benincasa , is a first-generation Italian American visual artist. She has received national and international recognition for her work. Pat sits down with Papamutes and reveals her passion for art of all kind and how art saved her life. “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOST;  Listen on Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  iHeart Ra...

Amazing conversation with Claudio Reilsono , head baseball coach at Carnegie Mellon University. Claudio is also a professional baseball scout, TV, radio and podcast host. An Author - "Lead from the Heart Up, Not the Neck Up" . Claudio chats with Papamutes about his book, his pro baseball tryouts, coaching for over 40 years. Claudio tackles the Name that Athlete segment and so much more....

I had the honor of appearing as a guest on The Italian Impact Weekly Radio show. Hosts Steve Mancini and Claudio Reilsono were great to talk with about Italian heritage, Italian upbringing, traditions, sports, favorite guests and so much more. Two amazing Pittsburgh guys whose radio show and podcasts are top notch. Broadcast from Robert Morris University live, every Thursday at 5 PM EST on KHB Rad...

Author and World Traveler Lisa Ruoff talks with Papamutes about the winding path of her highly unconventional life of adventure that could often be described as chaotic abandon. Visiting or living in Alaska for 8 years,  Africa,  Australia, Sweden to name a few. Lisa was also a restauranteur owning and running two restaurants. photos; courtesy of L. Ruoff “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED...

Italian Impact Weekly radio host Steve Mancini sits down with Papamutes discussing, everything Italian from pasta to sports to the old neighborhood. Join Papa and Steve as they reminisce about their boyhood Little Italy paradise right in the heart of Pittsburgh Pa. Godere! “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOST;  Listen on App...

Multiple Award winning Historical fiction author Michelle Cox joins the Papamutes Podcast chatting about her career as a writer, and why she's hooked on Historical fiction. Important stuff like board games also come into play. No pun intended . You want to write? Listen as Michelle gives her unfiltered advice on what it takes to crack the field of writing. Get to know Michelle through the Thi...

Founder and Director of the Travis International Film Institute  -TiFi , Mark W. Travis visits with Papamutes for a second time to discuss directing the Character, not the Actor. Very insightful conversation on a unique technique of directing that Mark crafted during his many years in the film and theater industry. p hotos courtesy of mark w .travis “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GU...

Gasping for Air author, Dana S. Diaz chats candidly with Papamutes about her excruciating  life long experiences with narcissistic abuse. What led her to write 'Gasping for Air' The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse.' Candid and raw conversation that will enlighten and bring awareness to this abusive type of behavior.  She is now helping others who reach out to her in order to free...

Filmmakers around the world regard Mark W. Travis as the most outstanding teacher and consultant on the art of film directing. Fueled by the desire to generate organic and authentic performances in an instant, Mark developed a director-centered approach called The Travis Technique , which earned him the nickname, “the director’s director.” The Travis Technique is not limited to filmmakers; it has...

Valerie Maksym , author of Maksymizing Life: Turn Self Doubt into Self Confidence. After two divorces Valerie found herself alone for the first time in her life. She took this opportunity to embark on a journey of self discovery. This determination led Valerie to discover her passion for fitness, and eventually becoming a nationally qualified NPC figure bodybuilder competitor. An author, a parent,...

Would you ever take your cat to Japan? Probably not, but if you did, then you may want to read 'Whiskers Abroad' by Carrie Carter . Part travel log, part travel guide, but definitely a whole lot of fun and laughs. Carrie chats with Papamutes about her book, how it all came about, and why her sister's cat, not her cat went to Japan. well sort of. And there's Cat Trivia! Meow, li...

Model, Breast Cancer Survivor, and author Christine Handy chats with Papamutes about her rise in the modeling world and sudden  interruption when diagnosed with breast cancer. How she over came suicidal thoughts and found the courage to push through.  Writing her novel 'Walk Beside Me' which recounts her struggles and the women that helped her through this dark period. Christine continue...

Franco Harris, the Hall of Fame running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League died on December 20th, 2022. Just days before his number 32 was to be retired by the Steelers organization that he won four Super Bowl titles with in the 1970's. Almost 50 years to the day that Franco was the central part of the greatest play in NFL history. 'The Immaculate Reception&...

Best known as Leonardo DiCaprio’s sister in Quentin Tarantino's  Django Unchained. Laura Cayouette joins Papamutes and chats about her career spanning over 25 years in TV and film. Laura explains what drove her to write Know Small Parts: An Actor’s Guide to Turning Minutes into Moments and Moments into a Career with a foreword by Richard Dreyfuss .  Sharing fascinating inside stories about wh...

Poet Maya Workowski chats up Papamutes with her love of poetry, and her book QUIVER.  Maya shares  what drew her to poetry, and how photography is a visual form of poetry. Maya's poems have inspired hundreds on TikTok. She gives advice for aspiring poets and whats needed to follow your passion. Papamutes new segment 'Time Capsule' tests Maya's name recognition through the years...

Julie Clark   is the New York Times best selling author of The Last Flight. All three of her books, The Ones We Choose, The Last Flight and The Lies I Tell  have been optioned for television. In this episode with Papamutes , Julie talks about her recent novel, The Lies I Tell .  A twisted domesticThriller . Julie chats about her writing process, gives advice for new writers and takes part in Papa&...

Writer and director Leslie Goyette, and producer Michele Englehart join Papamutes to chat about their  feature length coming of age 1920's independent period film Maysville. As first time film makers Leslie and Michele share their experiences with securing funding for the film, the "power of the ask" and some of the pit falls as well as triumphs along the way. With the help of so ma...

Comedian and filmmaker Jack McCafferty pipes in with Papamutes from his LA apartment to chat about his up coming movie project "Dreaming of You". Jack was Papa's inaugural guest in Episode 1, and returns to talk demons, OJ and much much more. Dive in with Jack and Papamutes on the difficulties of producing a movie, the countless hours involved and raising money to support the effort...

Dallas based comedian Gretchen Young "GretchYo" slings beer with Papamutes and chats about her stand up comedy journey. Her admiration for the late Bob Saget, and tackles 'Dead or Alive' and 'Name that Movie' segments, and much much more. Grab a beer, and have some laughs with Papamutes and GretchYo! “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS DO NOT NECESSAR...

Musician and composer Steve Sciulli chills back with Papamutes and explains his new form of bio-communicative music, a collaboration with living plants as they respond to the flow of information and changes in their environment. From his early days in the band Carsickness to his current "Singing Life of Plants" relaxation and meditation audio vibes. Steve tells Papamutes how it all came...

Papamutes chats with comedian Jamie Gravitt. From Gravitt's early days in comedy to his weekly gig, opening for Eddie Griffin at the Sahara Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada. Jamie also has worked with comedy icons, such as Donnell Rawlings, Carlos Mencia, Aries Spears to name a few. Jamie tackles 'Dead or Alive', and 'Name that Movie' segments. So grab a beer, or bever...

Papamutes reminisces about the late great comedian Rodney Dangerfield. Papa rates his top five funny comedians of all time. Needless to say, Rodney makes the list. Grab a beer, a set of head phones and tune in.  “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOST;  Listen on Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  iHeart Radio, Castro, Google Podcasts...

Papamutes visits the The Finger Lakes of Up State New York. Recording conversations with wine experts at four different vineyards. Listen as these experts spin the wine making and tasting terminology that is an art form unto itself. Pepper notes, fruit forwardness, heavy oak, cork or cap, light on the finish. Fresh from the vineyard wine tasting at its best.  “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRE...

Tribute to comedian Norm Macdonald who passed away on September 14th, 2021. “THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED OR VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT OR REPRESENT THOSE OF THE HOST;  Listen on Apple Podcasts,  Spotify,  iHeart Radio, Castro, Google Podcasts or wherever you stream your podcasts.

Patrick Gilbert, COO of ADVenture Media Group, and author of JOIN, or DIE chats with Papamutes about the digital advertising industry and and how his blog posts led to writing a book. Pat is internationally recognized by Google for his expertise in automation. A graduate of Penn State University and a Long Island Native, but a Buffalo Bills fan. Papamutes digs deep into why? Pat and Papa sip cold...