Drammen Unlimited Radio

Bar Scott is an author and musician with album releases spanning a period of over twenty-five years. John Alan and Bar talk about the role of an artist in society, the creative and therapeutic elements of songwriting, and how they deal with not having the physical closeness of an audience during these times in which we live. John Alan also explains to the listeners the strange happenings around ho...

John Alan shares his recent experience with the media attention he has had as a result of his 28th episode. In this episode, you also hear about how he is handling the challenges of being interviewed on television and radio, and releasing his inner Denzel Washington. John Alan also shares his thoughts on the importance of using his podcast as a platform from which he can shine a light on the dark...

Lisa Mansfield is a Community Outreach Specialist at the Summit County Probate Court, and an elected member of the School Board at the Akron Board of Education. John Alan and Lisa talk about Lisa's function as an integral part of a figurative revolving door of communication, service and compassion between the probate court system and Summit County in Ohio. They also touch on faith and current even...

Andreas Einherjer Sørensen is a practitioner and instructor of Glima, which is the ancient Viking martial art. He is also a personal trainer and has a client who is a member of the Captain Marvel cast.  Andreas and John Alan speak about the misconceptions that people have about Viking culture and Viking Law, Glima vs. modern mixed martial arts, and kindness. 

John Alan speaks unfiltered and straight from the heart as he invites and challenges potential allies in the fight for equality in the USA. Please listen.

A fun but slightly emotional episode. Join John Alan and Snoopy for their morning moment as they sit on the porch and talk. Or don't. They're going to have their cappuccino whether you're there or not. Listen to Snoopy's charming Norwegian accent while John Alan relates some amusing communication breakdowns. John Alan imitates Michael McDonald and sings a verse of a Doobie Brothers song, and Snoop...

Jeff Hogue has a Masters Degree in History and is the voice of the History of the Cold War podcast. He currently works in telecommunications in California. He and John Alan discuss Jeff's journey from unemployment to success in sales, the path from the cold war to the current geopolitical environment, and the historical roots of white guilt. 

John Eivind Melbye of the Norwegian Police Service is a Superintendent and Supervisor of Detectives with nine years of service. John Alan and John Eivind talk about the joys and challenges of police work in Norway and the U.S.A. They also share their experiences with high points and heartache of working with children and young adults who are both victims and suspected criminals.

Doctor Howell Wechsler is currently the Director of U.S. Programs at the non-profit organisation FHI 360. He spent over 18 years working as a health scientist for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the last nine years of that time as the Director of the Division of Adolescent and School Health. John Alan talks with Howell about Howell's service in the Peace Corps in Zaire (now kn...

Alexandra "Lexie" Koren is a Psychotherapist, Sexologist, Transpersonal Coach, author and actress. John Alan and Lexie talk about different aspects of her internet-based profession as a therapist. They also discuss the roots of and meaning of trauma response, adversity, feminism, and the white male as an ally.

Doctor John Stegall is an educator in Columbus, Ohio, who also does life-changing volunteer work at Next Level Trainings. This episode is a discussion about emotional intelligence, healing the wounds of one's past, coaching and current social and political issues in the United States. 

All three put in their two cents about the murder of Ahmaud Arbery in Brunswick Georgia, tribalism and the effects of technology on society. They also discuss the future of the United States Postal Service, and the start of Loyal Oak Artists.  John Alan gets out-philosophized by one (or both) of his guests. 

Tricia Boutté is a Jazz vocalist from New Orleans. She talks with John Alan about her upcoming livestream full-concert debut. John Alan also discusses the importance of being responsible for one's own happiness, the nuances of gun ownership and confederate flags. 

Fredrik Walmann is a singer/songwriter. John Alan talks with Fredrik about Fredrik's upcoming solo debut single "Feels Like". They talk about songwriting, Fredrik's self-educating run of 170 open-mic appearances in 2019, and the power of networking. John Alan and Fredrik also share their thoughts on the similarities and differences between performing and writing in the arts of music and standup co...

Michael Wechsler is a licesnsed Independent Clinical Social Worker, psychotherapist and family group therapist. John Alan and Michael talk about Michael's work in his field of expertise, physical distancing vs. social distancing, and life in the Bronx. 

Matias Bergstrøm Andersen is an online personal trainer from Denmark. John Alan and Matias discuss the mental and physical sides of health and fitness, plus a few other things about spirituality and societal issues.

Joy R. Lynskey is an author and, according to John Alan, the Queen of All Memes. John Alan and Joy discuss social media impact, the importance of critical thinking and the nuances of meaningful political discussion, grieving the loss of a loved one, addiction and treatment for addicts, social work and its importance for children, and passive income. Joy also defines her existence as a hillwilliam,...

John Alan talks with Kurios I, who speaks publicly for the first time about being an independent candidate for the highest political office in the U.S.A. Kurios I hopes to be elected as President of the United States.

John Alan and Army veteran Tiffany Trautman talk about PTSD and CPTSD. In addition, they give the best free and unqualified amateur relationship advice you'll ever find and discuss the importance of the United States Postal Service.  John Alan shares his vision of his Loyal Oak Artists concept with Tiffany, and as an afterthought, they touch on the importance of having a President with mental stab...

Arun Siva is the owner of a manufacturing and and logistics consuling company. John Alan and Arun talk about current social and political situations in Norway and the United States, immigration, the International Student Union, and the irony of the existence of quasi- national socialistic groups in Norway.

Kerry Lynn Taft is an exercise physiologist with a Masters of Science (pending) in Clinical Exercise Physiology from University of Mary. John Alan and Kerry talk about the medicinal benefits of exercise and how to ease one's stress levels by stepping back from social media. They also discuss the qualities of educated and non-educated fitness professionals, more socialism versus less socialism, the...

Rick Donnette is the Human Performace Office NCOIC (Non-commissioned Officer In Charge) of the U.S. Army Tactical Athlete Performance Center (TAPC), and is a Master Performance Trainer at that facility. He is an integral part of the team that is responsible for re-shaping the U.S. Army's concept of military fitness. John Alan talks with Sergeant First Class Donnette about the importance of fitness...

Daniel Eriksen is the CEO of Eleiko Norway. John Alan talks with Daniel about the benefits of healthy dissent within an organization, and the value of possessing the virtues of kindness and a willingness to learn in order to achieve a high performance level in life or business. John Alan wonders aloud if the American Way needs to be updated, and Daniel accuses John Alan of being an adventurer. Joh...

John Alan has a conversation with Norwegian powerlifter Carl Petter Sommerseth. Carl Petter has several Norwegian powerlifting records and is the current Norwegian national champion in the -120kg class. John Alan and C.P. discuss a few things that they have in common, the importance of family as a source of motivation, the importance of setting long-term goals, the challenges of social work, and C...

John Alan talks with Loyal Oak artist Raymond Olsen, who is a co-founder of Norway's 150 thousand member strong DigitalScenen Pro (DigitalStage Pro). John Alan and Raymond talk about DigitalScenen Pro and its livestream service for musicians. Raymond explains how to get featured on the livestream, and also describes how DigitalScenen Pro can be used as a self-promotion tool for musicians, as well...