This Is Human

"Mr. Bob", a former drug dealer, is today a professional counselor for people who suffer from drug addiction. He shares his journey from dealing drugs, to becoming addicted, to recovery and his new career. He speaks on the role the environment and mental health play in the world of addiction. Support the show

Dan Florio is a musician/songwriter whose last album was titled "The Moment We Hold". Dan talks to me about Buddhist philosophy and we dive into the concept of non-attachment. Marlene the puppy makes a cameo. Support the show

At Wild Heart Tattoo Shop, Seagh talks about the importance of financial literacy and we explore the concept of money. We question if there is value in being a human and what it means to be free.  Support the show

Not Here to Help has a reunion and we talk about lots of nonsense per usual. iPhones v Androids, Wasps, and of course Snow White. Enjoy! Support the show

James talks to me about the general election that just occurred that re-elected Donald Trump into the White House. While we have honest disagreements, it is important to listen, understand, and respect all political views and opinions. We try to set the example of what healthy dialogue can look like when there is so much hate and division within our country.  Support the show

Carlos talks about his Chicago Marathon experience, his economic perspective on the cost of living in California vs Texas, income inequalities, and the state of the union. We talk about the evolution of politics in the USA, the difference between Obama's victory and Trump's victory, and the state of the economy as a whole today including stocks and dogecoin. Support the show

Guest #59 is a native New Yorker working at an immigration center. We talk about the challenges and opportunities NYC and the country as a whole has as immigration numbers seemingly increase. His identity is withheld for job security reasons. Support the show

Kyntel Hines is currently in school for Healthcare Administration. We talk about the future of the industry and jobs in general surrounding artificial intelligence. We also talk about value of higher education in society, not worrying about things you cannot control, his love of running, and diet. Support the show

Seagh Mulligan is a tattoo artist who opened up his own shop, Wild Heart Tattoo Shop, in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Seagh opens up about his struggles with alcohol addiction, his journey to becoming sober, and how this life decision helped him open up his business. We also talk about the beauty of life and how, of all times on earth, now is the best time to be alive and present.  Support the show

The people of Latin America 'are the most ignorant, the most bigoted, the most superstitious of all the Roman Catholics in Christendom.' Any attempt to promote democratic governments in Latin America would be 'as absurd as similar plans would be to establish democracies among the birds, beast, and fishes.' - President John Adams ... Miguel Ramirez tells his story of beating the...

Zach Large is the drummer of Youth League. We talk about the Barbie movie and feminism, the experience of living in the South, our experience and views on cops, and the difficulty and magic of playing music. Support the show

David Lee worked with the NYC Department of Health during the 2020 pandemic. He talks about his pandemic experience in informatics, the morality of the individual when it comes to career path, whether there is a right or wrong, Maslow's Hierarchy, and if society as a whole is getting smarter over time. Support the show

Mike Pollard is currently traveling throughout Latin America while working remotely. We talk about his experiences throughout Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, and Argentina. He speaks about language, culture, challenges, appreciation and his experience with hallucinogenic mushrooms in central Mexico. Support the show

Ashia Neal is the mother of two boys living in Charlotte, NC. We chat about the challenges of parenthood, the world of alcohol and drugs, human interactions, fried chicken and pizza, and what its like living in the south where racism is more prevalent.   Support the show

Ali Halle is a digital nomad who spent two months in Mexico City. She talks about what she experienced in Mexico City and why Philadelphia is her second favorite city ever. She also talks about her hiking experiences and her quest to conquer certain fears.  Support the show

Mexico is the largest consumer of Coca-Cola in the world and its addiction to sugar is disturbing and painful. Support the show

Kieran Ridge has been to all 50 US states, with his favorite being Alaska. He talks to me about his travels and how kickball has played a role in his life, especially during covid.  Support the show

Drew Stiling is currently living in Orlando, FL but talks about his time living in Mexico City for two months, including the economic disparity and racism he witnessed. We also discuss his time at a rehab center in Tucson, AZ and the importance of relationships and communication when fending off addiction and/or depression.  Support the show

Benjamin Holmes is a man of faith and a certified Life & Career Coach. We talk about the system that society abides by today, the financial struggles of humans, and what leads minorities to be worse off financially and educationally as a whole. We also discuss the American education system, the power of the human mind, and the power energy/faith can have on individuals.  Support the show

Jimmy Zhang moved to NYC and quit his job. He talks about his road to self fulfillment, the challenges of mental health, and the world of perspective, gratitude, and privilege.  Support the show

Jess Kaller lives in New York City and has dedicated years to the Museum of Reclaimed Urban Space (MoRUS). We talk about her work at MoRUS and the uniqueness of New York City when compared to the rest of the United States of America.  Support the show

Re-Releasing The Apple Bet Episode: Do not try this at home. Support the show

Suki talks to me about the freedom of choosing your own name, the importance of 2 way communication between humans, and sticking to your word. All while I try to convince her to buy more comfortable shoes. Support the show

Tara Nolan just completed the 2021 NYC Marathon. She hosts her own podcast, ABC Adopted Babies from China, covering the life and experience of adopted babies from China. She talks to me about her own experience of being adopted at 4 years old as well as her Marathon experience and the post-marathon blues that can occur.  Support the show

Seagh Mulligan is a professional tattoo artist living in New York City and has over 300 hours of tattoos on himself, from his head to his toes. We discuss his profession, the stigmas of tattoos, and the complexities and joys of life on earth.  Support the show