Again For The First Time Podcast

Megan McKeon has loved the arts from the time she was young. Growing up in and around the theater, Megan can now be seen on stage doing what she loves to do, performing for audineces at Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater in Fresno. Get to know Megan McKeon, Again for the First Time.

Erin Khar started using heroin at age 13, Erica grew up to be an advice columnist and author of Stung Out: One Last Hit and Other Lies that Nearly Killed Me.  In its review, the New York times wrote of the book, "This is a story she needed to tell and the rest of the country needs to listen" This is my second conversation with Erika Khar and we discuss so many topics that may save some one fr...

From his time watching his brother play for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as a little kid, through working in minor league baseball, hockey and then Division 1 college football,  John Tull  knows what it takes to create an environment where a location falls in love with its team and the team with the local community. You may be surprised to learn that its not winning, it is so much more...

Between the years 1979 - 1981 the country was focused on the deaths of 30 children in the city of #Atlanta. 23 year old Wayne Williams was arrested as the prime suspect in these murders. Dubbed by many the Atlanta Child Murderer, Wayne Williams received a life in prison sentence and currently is still there. Do you remember how many of the up to 30 child murders Wayne Williams was convicted of? Ze...

Creator of the Final Destination movie franchise and recently nominated for an Emmy for his work on the Netflix hit animated series "A Tale Dark and Grimm", Jeffrey Reddick shares with us his thoughts on topics  such as collaboration in film making, to thoughts on those who may put the milk in before the cereal.  A fun and interesting conversation that covers a wide variety of topics.

Bill Kelly has been in so many movies, but his pivotal role as Sheriff Jackson in the "Where the Crawdads Sing" is one that simply can not be missed. I really enjoyed talking with Bill Kelly, again for the first time 

Jim Horton and his wife Lynn lost their only child  on January 7th 2020 from an accidental overdose.  Zachary Horton was only 19 years old.  The Zachary Horton foundation aims to break the stigma of addiction by offering love, hope and acceptance to individuals and families suffering from this disease. In short, Harm Reduction is at the core of the Zachary Horton foundation. 

Tamara MC, PhD is an author, academic, artist and activist. We discuss her time in a cult and a Muta marriage making her a "child bride" and so much.   

Brian Rivera does the broadcast commentary for Fresno Monsters home games, launched a Central California sports site on multiple social media platforms, and trains young athletes in skating and hockey. He is my guest on the latest episode   of the "Again for the First Time" podcast. Brian Rivera will also be a frequent contributor to the podcast. #hockey #baseball #colorado #FresnoMonste...

Everyone should have a Mikey Nawrocki in their lives. The one time co host of one of the original podcasts regarding harm reduction, Mikey and I chat it up about so many things.  Relax, get comfortable and laugh. Oh and maybe learn a thing or two along the way Episode 19   #Harmreduction #firsttattoo #prisonreform #CharlieSheen 

Host of "That Eric Alper Show" on Sirius XM Eric Alper has worked along giants in the music industry that include Bob Geldof, Ringo Starr, Slash Snoop Dog and the Smashing Pumpkins. As a publicist his work in the music industry is unmatched. and as represented artists that have won 23 Juno award winning albums. His show on Sirius XM  is a "must listen" for those who love to talk music. Eric A...

Guy Felicella is  a 2 time Ted Talk presenter who advocates for the vulnerable people who are suffering  from addiction and trauma. A true advocate for Harm reduction, Guy sheds light on what is needed to truly help thhose who are fighting substance issues and healing from trauma.  #harmreduction #safesites #fentanyl

The best podcast about Vampires movies and videos originates from Scotland. Hugh McStay is a fantastic Horror writer, podcaster, Soccer fan and so much fund to talk to.

Some may know him as the Fresno Falcon's stick boy, while others may know him as just 'Wayne'. However, there is a lot to uncover in the life of 'Again For the First Time's' next guest, Wayne Kerwin.

Mederios Babb joined CBS47 in Fresno California in May of 2019. Raised in Montana, Mederios Babb graduated the University of Montana with her Bachelors of Arts in Journalism in just 3 1/2 years. During this podcast we learn a lot about the professional drive and determination that is evident in all that Mederios works toward. A life long Denver Broncos fan, Mederios and I talk about the upcoming N...

What else can I say about my guest this week on the "Again for the First Time" podcast, Skip Echeverria is a "peaceful people focused warrior" who uses words and the art of listening to entertain and inform people on the radio, who is also a practicing licensed Marriage and Family therapist, and an adjunct professor at Fresno State, who also finds the time to explain to me the difference between a...

A true student of psychology and American culture, Squaw Valley native Quinn Johnson shares with us his observations on what it is like to be "caught in the middle" between being a youth and an adult.  Quinn does not look at it from a perspective of a victim, but rather from a sense of hypocrisy that seems to be part of the system that we currently call everyday life. Funny, engaging and not...

West Philadelphia born and raised (now you have the song in your head), Robert Benn is a actor and producer with a story to tell and grace in his heart. From homelessness as a teen, to being on the Big Screen, Robert Benn is full of life, wisdom and thoughtful contemplation that wil lleave you motivated and inspired.  

Child marriage is still legal in California and only requires the consent of one parent through a court order. Dawn Tyree was signed into marriage at the age of 13 against her consent by her bio father to a man who was already molesting her. The proverbial "family friend" shortly after 6th grade got her pregnant. Dawn Tyree is a friend and she is my guest on episode 10 of the "Again for the First...

Michelle Leopold is the mother of Trevor Leopold who as a college Freshman in November of 2019, died of  Fentanyl poisoning while attending Sonoma State.  Michelle Leopold is the founder of 50 Random Acts of Kindness, and a very vocal activist alerting people that it is "not just pot".  Michelle Leopold is also a strong supporter of letting people know that #onepillcankill and works...

This painful memoir . . . delivers a truthful and ultimately empowering missive about the long shadow cast by an abusive parent." —Publishers Weekly David Crow was raised Cherokee on a Navajo reservation His father was a murderer who did horrific things to the members of his family Darren Redmond talks with his friend David Crow on this week on episode 8 of the “Again for the First Time” podcast S...

Born in Gothenburg, Sweden, David Sandum became ill with depression in 1999 as he was receiving a BA in speech from the University of Utah. David turned to writing and art to grapple with his symptoms.  A painter of world renown, David earned international acclaim by founding TwitterArtExhibit a social media phenomenon that helps local charities around the world and brings a focus on artists...

For generations if  you lived in the Central Valley of California and you went to a sporting event or turned on the radio, chances are you heard his voice "Its time to play some Hockey!" "Third Down Thunder" Brian Anthony of Mega 97.9 FM in Fresno talks with Darren Redmond on episode 6 of the "Again for the First Time' podcast #Mega97 #Fresno #FresnoMonsters #FresnoFalcons #VisaliaRawhides #F...

Andrew Pollack in an author and school safety activist whose daughter Meadow was on of 17 people murdered at Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018.  Meadow was shot six times while she struggled to get back to her classroom. Meadow then climbed on top of another student in an attempt to save her and was then shot an additional five times. Those additional shots killed both Meadow and the other...