Bare Wires

Claim OnSite Energy offer here: https://tr.ee/MHLpWnIB95   Today’s conversation is with Simon Saadon, whose life traces a remarkable path across continents, cultures, and the search for identity.​Born into a Jewish Moroccan family and raised in Israel during a period of intense instability, Simon left for America as a young man with little more than determination and the drive to build something l...

Today, we're joined by an extraordinary leader, survivor, and advocate. Maria Trusa's journey began as an immigrant from the Dominican Republic and evolved into a powerful mission of healing, empowerment, and transformation. As CEO of Formé Medical Center, she's working to reimagine what healthcare should look like in America. As the founder of Yo Digo No Más, she's helping survivors of child sexu...

What was it like to grow up during American segregation — and then spend a lifetime fighting to dismantle injustice? Today’s guest is more than a witness to history — she helped shape it. Dr. Frances Pratt lived through the Jim Crow South, broke barriers in healthcare as Nyack Hospital’s first African American Emergency Room head nurse, and spent decades leading the fight for justice and equality...

Before Homicide Detective​ Sean O’Leary​'s career ever truly began, ​he ​almost lost everything to alcohol. Faced with the possibility of throwing away his dream job, he made a life-changing decision that would shape the man—and detective—he would become.   Sean opens up about his path from “troublemaker” to building a distinguished legacy in homicide investigations. We talk about the turning poin...

Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the South Bronx, Carlos Martinez grew up in an environment where the odds were stacked heavily against him.    In a high school class of 250, he was one of only 50 students to walk across the stage at graduation—a stark reality that shaped his perspective on survival and success long before he arrived in Rockland County to attend Nyack College.   ​In this episode,...

Claim OnSite Energy offer here: https://tr.ee/MHLpWnIB95   Welcome to Bare Wires, where we strip issues down to their raw truth and explore the systems shaping our lives.   Today, we’re joined by Sabrina Charles Pierre — educator, advocate, and former Vice President of the Ramapo Central School District Board of Education — a proud native of Spring Valley, New York and a passionate champion for th...

Welcome to Bare Wires—where raw stories spark real connection. In this episode, we sit down with Rob Spampinato, a passionate musician and teacher shaped by a life steeped in sound. Raised in a family where music wasn’t just a hobby but a way of life, Rob carries forward a powerful belief: music can heal, guide, and transform. From learning under a touring musician father to inspiring over 150 stu...

Paul Borghese is an actor, director, and producer with a career defined by grit, passion, and persistence. Born in the Bronx, where his family owned a popular clothing store, Paul later moved to Rockland County.  He began his professional journey in the restaurant business before deciding to pursue his true passion—acting. Over time, Paul built a distinguished career in both acting and directing,...

Welcome to Bare Wires, where real stories spark real connection.  Today, we sit down with Alays Aquino — a young man whose journey from the Dominican Republic to Rockland County NY is nothing short of inspiring.  Alays opens up about the challenges of adapting to a new country, learning English, and finding his place in a community that would eventually embrace him.  From cutting hair as a barber...

In this episode, we sit down with Congressman Mike Lawler, the Republican representative for New York’s 17th District.  We explore his journey from growing up in Rockland County to becoming a "straight-shooting" moderate leader in Washington.  Lawler discusses how his local roots in the Hudson Valley fuel his commitment to his constituents, even as he navigates the national spotlight.   ​Lawler’s...

In this episode, we hear from Andrew "Ace" Greenspan, a musician from Nyack, NY, whose life has been defined by a relentless drive to move forward.  Ace’s path hasn’t been easy—navigating life with autism while fighting a private battle with addiction.  For a long time, the weight of those struggles threatened to pull him under. But this isn't a story about staying down.  It’s about what happens w...

If you saw Josiah Dyer working at his father’s business in Charleston, Maine, you’d see a hardworking 20-year-old in his element.  But the moment he opens his mouth to sing, everything stops.  Josiah possesses a deep, powerful voice that seems far beyond his years—a voice that “doesn’t fit” his young age.  It’s exactly this contrast that leaves people in awe the first time they hear him.  From the...

Today, we’re heading to Newburgh, N​Y—one of the poorest cities in the state, a place marked by systemic poverty and unrelenting violence, and too often defined by what it lacks rather than what it holds. Our guest is Father Mark Connell, who leads San Miguel Academy, an independent, 100% scholarship-driven initiative working to break the cycle of poverty through education. San Miguel provides a s...

Welcome to Bare Wires—where we trace the signals that keep culture human. Today we’re talking with Ken Freedman, the longtime steward of WFMU, ​the oldest freeform radio station in the ​United States: 100% listener-supported, zero corporate sponsors, and DJs who play whatever the hell they want. For ​over 40 years, Ken has helped build not just a station, but a community—an oasis for ​e​ccentrics,...

Welcome to Bare Wires.  Today’s conversation is deeply rooted—literally.  Sheriff Lou Falco didn’t just grow up in Rockland County, he grew with it.  A lifelong resident who knows its history, its people, and its challenges, Sheriff Falco approaches his role with humility, accountability, and a deep respect for the public trust.  He doesn’t take the badge—or the voters—lightly.  From honoring Rock...

Today's guest has walked a path few dare to tread. George Hoehmann began his journey as a Catholic priest, dedicating his life to service, faith, and community.  But his calling didn’t stop there.  In 2015, George was elected Town Supervisor of Clarkstown NY, stepping into the political arena with the same purpose-driven mindset — but with very different tools.  Since taking office in 2016, he’s f...

This episode is nothing short of inspiring.  At just 13, Carlos “Coca” Bernard was diagnosed with leukemia.  After two grueling years of treatment, just when things seemed to be improving, he was hit with an even rarer diagnosis: aHUS—an ultra-rare autoimmune disease that affects fewer than 1,000 people in the U.S.  But what makes Carlos truly extraordinary isn’t just his resilience—it’s his heart...

In this gripping episode, we had the honor of welcoming a special guest Pedro Santana — the brilliant author behind Broken Crystals, a powerful, loosely autobiographical novel that delves into the life of Yoel.  The conversation was raw, insightful, and thought-provoking, much like the book itself.  Yoel's journey — marked by an insatiable thirst for knowledge, existential musings, and collisions...

Corey Wray shares his remarkable journey - a story of redemption, perseverance and everything in between - from a tough childhood to becoming a successful business owner.

Welcome back to Bare Wires, where we strip ideas down to what really moves them.  In today’s episode, “Shipping Dreams Across Continents,” we sit down with Jeffrey Nyarko—a 19-year-old entrepreneur, NYU admit, and the son of Ghanaian immigrants whose family runs a shipping company out of the Bronx.  From his family’s business to top mentorship programs and scholarships, Jeffrey's roots power his g...

Today, we’re joined by Richard Gore — a Brooklyn-born entrepreneur whose career reads like a masterclass in versatility and innovation. From placing products in major motion pictures to promoting massive rock concerts and producing live shows with the Food Network and world-famous chefs, Richard has truly done it all. Over the years, he’s collaborated with legendary names like Miles Davis, Oliver...

Welcome back to Bare Wires. Today, we’re sitting down with Manuel Santana — a young clothing designer, videographer, and entrepreneur whose journey bridges both New York and the Dominican Republic. Born in New York and raised between two worlds, Manuel’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and reinvention. From a few youthful run-ins with the law to building a lifestyle brand that’s redefining...