The Dependent Independent Podcast

Nick G. seizes the day, recording Episode 88 a week early and publishing it for our Patrons even earlier! In this episode Nick talks about all the bullshit we hear and the negativity some find so easy to share on a regular basis. He tries to keep his wits about him and still ponder if he will get the courage to simply call BULLSHIT! SUPPORT THE SHOW by becoming a supporter on PATREON. Get access t...

When Nick G. went on Ken's podcast almost a year ago, little did Ken know his current story was about to change. For better or worse, it's all in the eyes on the one turning the pages. Listen to Nick G. and Ken talk about tackling divorce and change in direction and maintaining focus along the way.  LISTEN to Ken Rotter on his podcast Dumbbells & Dragons on iTunes  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podc...

In this episode, Nick G. comes to the realization that choosing the be a father is far from actually being a father. He shares his thoughts on how dusting off old home movies of the babies, being untethered to a smart phone for three days, and having a donut with his son can bring you in the present, to be with those kids that what you here now.  SHARE and RATE our show!    The TDI Podcast can be...

After nearly 20 years of their roommate break-up, Nick G. reconnects and catches up with Chris Sabourin, his first mentor, boss, and roommate after college when he attempted to build an empire selling door-to-door. Chris shares his story after Nick G. quit the company, when he moved from the US, to England, to Spain, and back again. Real people that mean real things are always worth the investment...

(Originally Published April 19, 2016) In this 33rd episode, Nick G. is joined by a TDI Podcast regular, Jessi Broughton, to discuss the one thing they have not spoken of up to this point…RELIGION. They both take a trip through their religious experiences to answer the question, "Where the hell does this Catholic guilt come from?" If all goes well, Nick G. and Jessi will be the souls on the right s...

Eps. 84 - In this episode, Nick G. brings you a solo show to share an epiphany about how the greatest goals in front of you can side track you from all the efforts you make to get there. When you are trying to climb a mountain, remember to look at your feet to see how far you are really going. You'll surprise yourself on the progress you are making.  With all the work we put into the show, every l...

In this episode, Nick G., his wife and fellow podcaster Meg G., and straight from North Carolina, Cousin Dana , set out on a mission to share the memories that are worthy of forgetting AND those special memories we are afraid to forget.  With all the work we put into the show, every little bit helps so check out our new PATREON page and make a donation to the show and win a reward in the process. ...

Nick G. has a late night rendezvous with FishNerds.com creator and podcaster Clay Groves to talk about (and around) the things we do that feel so good but when they're done too much they go bad. From over planning to overeating, enjoy a conversation with two gentlemen searching for balance.  LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE to the Fish Nerd podcast:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fish-nerds-fishing-podc...

Nick G. invites Chris Galluccio from ThoughtsWordsActions.com to dive deep into the brain of a successful solopreneur and see what makes him tick. Nick G. is about to take an even bigger step into the world of the side hustle and the fear of success has got him thinking how big can this all get if he does it right? Only time and a lot of hard work will tell.  Some podcast friends we mentioned on t...

BONUS REPLAY from April 3, 2017 with Larry Errera Joined by the official GODFATHER of the Dependent Independent Podcast, Shmo the Intern (Larry Errera) swings by the TDI Studios to share his story. From professional wrestling, to radio broadcasting, to drug trafficking, Nick G. takes a moment to connect and listen to the most fascinating TDI fan on the planet! Everyone has a story and you GOTTA li...

After a month following the Parkland, Florida school shootings Nick G. records our 80th episode right before bedtime to get in the mind of a middle-schooler, the stresses of the lunch room, and how current events have changed the things we took for granted.  Watch Will Farrell as Little Debbie!  https://youtu.be/s8rev7S3lC8 With all the work we put into the show, every little bit helps so check ou...

Nick G. comes off a bout with the flu and is bugged with a question he cannot answer on his own, "What do I stand for?". We dare you to reach out to a friend, as he did, to check and see if the world sees you the way you want it to. A little objective feedback from a friend never hurt anybody, right?  With all the work we put into the show, every little bit helps so check out our new PATREON page...

After surviving a week with every life test in the book, Nick G. remembers a time when allowing anger to take over was the only response. He tells a story how a hurricane leveled his hometown and helping an old man move out allowed him allowed that anger to just go away.  With all the work we put into the show, every little bit helps so check out our new PATREON page and make a donation to the sho...

In this episode, Nick G. follows the topic of Kristen McIlwraith and Erik Mohaber, OG co-hosts from wayback, when they breakdown some worthy movies from this past year. When you have such little time and you can't get to a theater, just check out what's streaming. And make sure you watch those arthouse movies a little closer, in case you missed something. You'll thank me later. What D'ya Think? ab...

Joined again by co-host and fan of the show, Liz Wiley ( https://lizajanechronicles.wordpress.com ) to determine how social this social media thing really is. From cat fishing, post liking, and angry Twitter Trolls, the purpose of social media is bounced back and forth like a tennis ball. Get your rackets. Find Liz Wiley on Facebook @  https://www.facebook.com/LizaJaneChronicles/ What D'ya Think?...

In honor of one year since doing this show with the Margo's and the anniversary of our women marching in protest to Trump, enjoy this BONUS REPLAY! (original posted 2/21/17) In this episode, Nick G. hangs with Margo P. and Margo D. from the Book vs Movie Podcast to experience, through their eyes, the epic Woman's March on DC on January 21st. We missed them at the 50th Episode event but they were d...

It's a little three's company. Nick G. hangs with Meg and Liv from the You Be You Podcast to dispel or validate every weird mom stereotype on the interwebs. And with every stereo type, there is a basis of truth, we just have to determine if that truth is your own.  Find Meg and Liv's show on iTunes or anywhere you find our show  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/you-be-you-podcast-with-meg-liv/i...

In this MiniSode, Nick G. shares his recent discovery of defining a new truth, a new belief, to begin doing things differently like simply waking up and driving to the gym by 5AM. Getting to important goals is daunting so dial it back a bit and commit to getting out of the house and into the car. It's not the end of the journey, but it's a start.   ith all the work we put into the show, every litt...

Allison Gallagher ( weareladypreneur.com ) joins Nick G. in the studio to  share the secret of creating their New Years resolutions but first they need to figure out why they even matter at all. Nick G. shares more than he has had in a while, what holds him back, and Allison swoops in to catch him and dust him off. A great co-host to launch the first show of what will be a spectacular year! This w...

The last official episode of 2017, Nick G. takes a look back on the year, a year he accomplished things that were unthinkable in 2016. With live shows, a brand new job, and a podcast conference speaking engagement, it was one hell of a year for the show. So many new connections, it's hard to keep track. Here's a retrospect on the year with a splash of trash talk on the worst human being ever as Pr...

The week of his 42nd birthday, Nick G. hits a spiritual speed bump in life that only his co-hosts can smooth out. In this episode, past co-host Dewey and new member of our community, Chuck Garrity from the Death of the Fox Brewing Co. shares his views on spirituality after 40, the Darma, the Dali Lama, and a whole lot more to becoming truly connected to a balanced, peaceful YOU. After 200 episodes...

In this MiniSode, Nick G. shares a struggle between what's real, what isn't, the immersion of virtual reality, the fun of dancing with your wife at a wedding with your wife, and the eventual destruction of a good time from some random dude that's threatened by your coolness (phew). Buzzkill. Go to  www.thedependentindependent.com  to STREAM the show, WATCH our videos, CONNECT with Nick G., and fin...

A virtual life-story doppelgänger of Nick G., Clay Groves from Fish Nerds ( www.fishnerds.com ) joins us from New Hampshire to share his philosophies and purpose of a life of amateur performances to all the audiences that decide to show up and watch. Whether it be magic, juggling, podcasting, or performing in a holiday play with the kids, we are all on stage. The question is, "Who do we want to be...

Upon the crest of the Thanksgiving holiday, Nick G. shares a laundry list of gratitude for the things that are special to him so that you may share what you're most thankful for, even though it may not be what people expect you to be. We wish a Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and thank you for taking the time to continue to listen. Learn more about Allison's Ladypreneur Life Organizer + Day Direc...

So big, we gave it its own episode, Nick G. continues the conversation on controversy with Jess Branas from the Drinks With Jess Podcast LIVE at Vinyl Brewing Co. in Hammonton, NJ. In Part 2 we're joined by two great friends of the show, Rebecca Gillis and Allison Caracciolo Gallagher. Will Nick G. decide that tonight's the night to pick his first tattoo or will he realize that the best journeys a...