Curveball with Scott Reich

In this special edition, David Eisenhower—historian, bestselling author, and grandson of President Dwight D. Eisenhower—steps in as guest host to interview Scott Reich about his new book, One Day in September: Baseball, Brotherhood, and the Birth of the All-Star Game . Their conversation explores the remarkable but largely forgotten story of a charity baseball game played at Fenway Park on Septemb...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes Will Middleton, a therapist, relationship coach, and resilience practitioner whose unconventional path led him from corporate life to supporting individuals facing grief, trauma, and personal challenges. Will shares his journey of searching for purpose beyond societal expectations and explores the core of his philosophy: uncovering one’s auth...

What if the secret to real success isn’t about achieving more, but doing less of the wrong things? In this episode of Curveball , host Scott Reich sits down with Tony Caliendo—entrepreneur, executive coach, speaker, and author of Less Over More: How to Rethink Your Path, Reset Your Future, and Rebuild the Life You Love . Tony draws from his own journey, leaving the corporate hamster wheel behind t...

In this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Zane Lamprey, the comedian, TV host, author, and creator known for traveling the world and turning drinking with strangers into hit television. But behind the scenes, Zane’s story is anything but easy. From his early days in Syracuse, New York, to navigating the brutal realities of Hollywood—and the constant need for reinvention—Zane op...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Tim McDonald, a stage 4 colorectal cancer survivor who transformed a terrifying diagnosis into a mission of advocacy and hope. Diagnosed in 2020 with no prior family history and little knowledge about cancer, Tim was thrust into a world of uncertainty in the midst of the COVID pandemic. Through perseverance and self-education, he challe...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Lindsay Farrell, the CEO of Open Door Family Medical Center—one of New York’s leading community-based healthcare organizations. Starting her career as a French major and new suburban mom volunteering with Open Door, Lindsay has now spent four decades championing healthcare access for underserved communities. Together, they unpack the fr...

On this episode of Curveball, New York Times bestselling author and former White House speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz joins host Scott Reich to share her unexpected journey from crafting iconic and historic speeches for the Obamas to becoming a leading voice on Jewish thought. What began as a spontaneous decision to attend an “Intro to Judaism” class ignited a deep intellectual and spiritual transform...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with former MLB first-round pick and CEO of 3A Athletics, Travis Snider, to explore the hidden costs of early success and the profound challenges of identity beyond sports. For 35 years, Travis was known as an elite athlete, his self-worth fueled by achievement and external validation—until professional baseball came to an end and he was lef...

This week on Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Sarah Rhodes, a woman whose life is a testament to resilience, courage, and trusting in fate. From battling infertility with her husband, Joel, to navigating his cancer diagnosis and devastating death, Sarah found herself as a widowed single mom—only to then face the fight for her newborn daughter’s life and the challenges of raising a child...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes NFL legend, entrepreneur, and author, Raymont Harris. For over 50 years, Raymont believed a powerful story about his past: that his mother died giving birth to him. But a recent conversation with his sister revealed a life-changing truth—his mother actually passed away four days after he was born. This revelation sparked a dramatic mindset sh...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Justin Gurland, a creative entrepreneur and founder of The Maze—New York City's first members-only, alcohol-free social club. Justin is someone who has navigated the difficult road from addiction to nearly two decades of sobriety. In a candid and inspiring conversation, he shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, from confron...

Life is full of the unexpected, and few things feel as elusive as time. On today’s episode of Curveball, we dive deep into the challenge of managing our hours with Laura Vanderkam, a leading expert on how we actually use our days and how we can make our lives feel more abundant. Drawing from her latest book, "Big Time: A Simple Path to Time Abundance," Laura shares why the idea of "not enough hour...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with fashion influencer and disability advocate, Michaela Davert, known across social media as Fun Sized Style. Born with a rare genetic disorder causing extremely fragile bones, Michaela has faced frequent surgeries and over a hundred fractures in her lifetime. Yet what shines through isn’t just what she’s endured—it’s her remarkable spirit...

In this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with certified grief educator and author Whitney Lyn Allen. Whitney’s world was upended when her husband, Ryan, suffered a sudden and severe anaphylactic reaction to a bee sting while she was pregnant with their second child. Thrust into months of uncertainty—navigating pregnancy, childbirth, and the painful reality of impending loss—Whitney...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Evan Schwerbrock, known to many as “The Blind Strongman.” When Evan suddenly lost his vision in 2014 due to a rare genetic disorder, his life was turned upside down. Rather than let blindness define him, Evan found a new purpose—building Cane and Able Fitness, a global platform dedicated to empowering visually impaired individuals throu...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with longevity advocate and "reluctant biohacker" Julie Gibson Clark, whose story is a testament to the power of mindset and personal reinvention. Julie shares her journey from structural engineering to global entrepreneurship, all while navigating health struggles, family changes, and a relentless drive to live well for longer. This convers...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Dr. Rachel Goldman, a clinical psychologist and assistant professor at NYU, to talk about her new book, When Life Happens: The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free . Together, they explore the science behind how our minds and bodies respond to stress, why we get stuck in unhelpful cycles, and how sma...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Dr. Ellen Langer, the Harvard professor often called the "mother of mindfulness." Prepare to rethink everything you know about the mind-body connection—Dr. Langer insists there’s no “connection” at all, only mind-body unity. In this wide-ranging and eye-opening conversation, Dr. Langer breaks down the true meaning of mindfulness (hint:...

On this compelling episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with trauma specialist and author Jordan Meyer for a conversation that’s both deeply personal and universally resonant. Before he was helping others overcome adversity, Jordan was a 16-year-old high school star athlete whose life took a dramatic turn after a catastrophic accident left him temporarily paralyzed. In this episode, Jo...

On this episode of Curveball, Scott Reich welcomes Kalina Silverman, the creator of Big Talk—a movement dedicated to skipping small talk in favor of meaningful, life-affirming connections. What started as Kalina’s personal quest to combat loneliness has grown into a global project, touching schools, workplaces, and communities around the world. In this conversation, Kalina shares her powerful jour...

On this episode of Curveball , host Scott Reich welcomes Taryn Smith—a woman who turned her ordinary twenties into the adventure of a lifetime. Raised in landlocked Nebraska with no rowing experience, Taryn set out to do the unimaginable: row solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Over 46 days and 3,000 miles, she crossed vast open water largely under favorable ocean conditions—yet even calm seas couldn’...

On this episode of Curveball, Scott Reich sits down with Julia Krispeal, a powerhouse in Long Island, New York, real estate and mother of two whose life was turned upside down when her husband was diagnosed with ALS. Julia shares her raw, honest journey through heartbreak, uncertainty, and resilience—from searching the country for answers, to raising her young sons while caring for her ailing husb...

On this powerful episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Fawzia and Mustafa Husaini, a couple whose lives were forever changed after the devastating loss of their daughter, Aliza. Through raw and emotional storytelling, they open up about the unimaginable challenges they faced—from the confusion and helplessness of seeking answers to their daughter’s mysterious symptoms, to the heart...

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes Dr. Nadine Macaluso—known as Dr. Nae—a renowned trauma therapist and survivor of a high-profile, toxic relationship with the real-life “Wolf of Wall Street,” Jordan Belfort, portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio in the Oscar-nominated film. Dr. Nae opens up about her journey from being swept off her feet by a charming, powerful partner to recognizin...

Welcome to this episode of Curveball, where host Scott Reich sits down with renowned performance coach, keynote speaker, and author Alan Stein Jr. for an honest and deeply personal conversation about resilience, growth, and the art of responding to life's biggest challenges. In this episode, Alan opens up about the adversity he's faced—from career pivots and burnout to navigating divorce and confr...