19 Year Old Shrink

In this episode, I talk about something that we’ve all dealt with in the past, which is hurting people close to you. And during this, I bring up a small metaphor from when I was a kid that holds a similar meaning to our experience of apologizing to others. Sometimes it’s difficult, and our ego gets in the way of fully admitting we’re wrong. We start coming up with little excuses and deflecting our...

In this episode I sit down with Lea Durante, nurse practitioner and outspoken educator on the importance of caring for the Endocannabinoid system. She helps others find relief from various physical and mental ailments using USDA organic hemp CBD. During our discussion, she mentions how the Endocannabinoid system affects every aspect of our health and CBD is used as a way to help regulate the syste...

Paul Lamar Hunter joins me to discuss his experience growing up as the 19th of 21 children. He mentions the poverty and neglect he experienced as well as how the family and community reacted to his brother and fathers death when he was still a young kid. Paul discusses the emotionally taxing experience and affect losing his brother in a house fire had on him but how having the support of his large...

This week has definitely been an exciting one, finally being back at LMU and seeing people I haven’t seen for over a year. And college kids all across the country have been experiencing a similar type return over the last couple weeks.  At LMU, Qdoba has hit different and a late night Iggys Diner run has been a hell of an upgrade from the Habit. But I've definitely been a little jealous of th...

In this episode, my sister Gillian joins me to discuss her experience as an intern with Mary’s Meals. The mission of the organization (marysmeals.org)  is to provide a meal to a hungry child in their place of education with the hope that they not only meet the need of the hungry child, but they also encourage education. By following through on this, Mary’s Meals is breaking the cyclical experience...

In this episode, I talk to my father James Giangrande, financial advisor and partner at Altium Wealth Management about everything surrounding finance. We first start out hearing about his beginning years in the industry and lessons that he learned starting out. Those lessons include building other peoples trust in someone like himself who was new to the business but was  in charge of handling thei...

This episode is tied to a Henry Ford quote that realizes the importance of finding the people who have strengths where you have weaknesses. Many of us think that burning out is a sign of hard work, where we are responsible for 100% of the growth we experience as a person. And if we're not burning out, we think we are doing everything wrong.  But, this Henry Ford quote proves this belief wrong...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Eric Schleifer, therapist in the Southern Connecticut area. We discuss  his perspective as a therapist by breaking down the counseling process for patients. I ask him questions about the guidelines of taking on a new client, the reason so many people are opposed to therapy, his view on the diagnosis process, and how he handles his work life balance c...

In this episode, I discuss a topic very prevalent to everyone of us that is often overlooked the most.  And that is our unconscious decision to keep saying yes to every opportunity , even if it doesn't serve us. During this talk, I mention the Book Essentialism by George McKeown, and the examples of Warren Buffett and also Southwest Airlines that are provided to help shed light on how we can...

In this episode I sit down with Kristina Hess, licensed dietitian/ nutritionist and founder of Thrive Results Coaching, which is located in Darien CT. We discuss the root of bad nutrition and what makes unhealthy food so attractive to us. From here, Kristina gives advice on what to look out for that is causing these health issues, bad moods, and lack of energy. Later on in the interview, we talk a...

As thing start opening up, there have definitely been some adjustments to daily life. Learning how to talk to people again, driving to work, and more. The  awkward handshake and hug encounters are at an all time high during this period, and I explore not only the different norms we need to get used to again, but also how we have changed throughout this quarantining period.  Some of those factors o...

In this episode, I sit down with my  friend Andrea and talk about her experiences growing up a first generation American. We discuss the struggles and strengths that she’s developed being a first generation American and how it’s led to other passions in her life. Some  struggles include being the first in her family to experience the American college experience and the different hurdles associated...

In this episode, I sit down with Tessa Torrence Neumann, stepdaughter of Kurt Neumann, lead singer for the band BoDeans to discuss her suffering sexual abuse starting at the age of 9 and lasting for 6 years. Her perpetrator was her parents best friend, business partner, and bandmate who at the time was 40 years old. The negativity surrounding this abuse for Tessa carried over to other areas of her...

This episode discusses ego using Ed Mylett's teachings to help us understand how it plays a role in our lives. Not only does it show up when bragging about one's accomplishments, but also in less obvious areas. This includes not listening to other people, seeking revenge, surrounding yourself with people that always agree with you, constantly apologizing, and being worried about what oth...

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Catherine to discuss our experiences growing up in a divorced household. Catherine shares her struggles of navigating new and intimidating territories, and the responsibility of being the older sibling during divorce. She also shares insights into how kids respond to divorce in ways parents might not be aware of. Through this talk, we not only gain perspe...

We've all heard at some point about those people that meditate, they must be crazy. I was saying that about my dad two years ago, and I became one of them. And I'm happy to say I did.  This episode covers the benefits of meditation and explores the work of Dr. Joe Dispenza to help us become empowered to change limiting beliefs by using our thoughts as the driving force. Not only will we...

David Diehl joins the show to discuss his experiences of the New York Giants championship teams and what it took for them to come out on top. Originally from Chicago, David discusses his early childhood and the values his father instilled in him to help become the mentally strong individual he is to this day. He also builds off of these values and discusses how his mindset in the emotional games o...

This episode has been the most prevalent to my experiences right now and is used to help others handle perfection. Every action that we take could be progressing us, but if our inner dialogue and language isn't in support of that action, we eventually burn out. Through this monologue, I share recent struggles with being too hard on myself and provide insight from a conversation with my dad to...

In this episode, I sit down with my roommate Will from freshman year to discuss the psychology behind writing through different character dynamics and story plots. In Will's story, "S'mores," we gain a better understanding of how stories have a deeper meaning than they appear at surface level. Experiences and references of college during the pandemic are a major factor in our d...

This episode breaks down the root cause of our bad habits and explores the process of creating more beneficial ones in our lives.  Those days of me eating nachos consisting of Tostitos with pepper jack cheese and banana peppers goes far beyond the urge of simply craving the food. And through this episode you will become familiar of your own habits and the role that the environment plays in facilit...

Mark joins the show to discuss his experience being a transformation coach and founder of the Authentic Ambitions Community. At some point in our lives we are faced with these reoccurring negative thoughts and beliefs about ourselves that come up subconsciously. Mark does an excellent job breaking down these negative beliefs and gives us  the necessary tools to overcome them. I would be lying if I...

This episode explores the inspirational story of Chris DT Gordon, who was diagnosed with Necrotizing Fasciitis in 2015. He discusses his experience in the hospital and the process it took to where he is now. His focus on the little things and having a positive mindset  will provide  context into how we can appreciate the little things especially during the pandemic. 

This episode begins with the initial reactions to the pandemic from a college kids perspective. Through these reactions, we explore the different limitations we can experience on a daily basis ranging from a negative focus to a resistance to change. Later on, my father James Giangrande joins the show to discuss his own experience with self doubt and how to shift your focus to a new place.  It was...