Drammen Unlimited Radio

Have certain religious organizations become more like a cult, and an easy way for men to control others while making themselves rich and powerful, and how do these things influence the family dynamic and the lives of children? My guest Steve Solomon shares his experience of his family becoming members of Jehovah's Witnesses when he was a young child. This is a fascinating account that Steve provid...

How can every songwriter (or ANYONE) learn how to tap into Mindfulness on their path to peace and success? You probably already have the answer, but you may be getting in your own way! Lisa McEwen breaks it down for us in a way that can be applied by everyone, regardless of profession or position in life. Content & Courses by Lisa McEwen Website: www.musicandmindfulness.co Instagram: @lisa.mcewen....

Would you ever permit anyone to limit your happiness or to restrict you in any way at all? You'd get upset about that, right? Please don't do it to yourselves, my friends. Live your life as it was meant to be lived. You may need to think about that for a while, but the reflection and the time you use on it is worth it. We are at times the creators of our own restrictions. Lexie Koren and I discuss...

Gentlemen, do you want to be the best version of yourself? Ask yourself questions like "What makes a man respect himself more?", "What makes me feel most capable of fulfilling my responsibilities to myself and others whom I love?", and then answer those questions with action. Just do it. Babek Nemati is an entrepreneur and standup comedian. Reach him on Instagram at @babek_be  and on TikTok at @ba...

These days, you don't need to lie down on a couch and speak with some old guy with a white beard when you have a mental health care appointment. Over the past year, there has been more focus on mental health for individuals and in the work environment. I talk about that, and the power and effectiveness of mental health treatment by telephone or video. Michelle Higgins is a self-employed Licensed C...

How do we know what we don't know? How much value is there in having empathy for others as opposed to sympathy? Snoopy and I approach these questions from a few different angles in relation to different issues, and with a combination of serious contemplation and humor. * If you'd like to support The Comin' Home Podcast With John Alan, you can do that at one of the links here: https://patron.podbea...

If you are wondering how to stay fit or GET FIT after surgery, it may not be as difficult as you think. Very often, it is your mentality or mindset that decides the ease or difficulty of your path to better health. In this episode, I share my experiences and methods that I have used to stay in shape, and in fact, improve my strength and overall health in between several surgeries since 2015. * If...

I will freely admit that when Snoopy is on my side, it is a sign that I am on the right path, and it motivates me to keep moving on. In this episode, we talk about the mixture of fortune and struggle that I and some other American expatriates are faced with, and we also touch on issues like health, surgery, and the importance of recharging by taking road trip vacations.  We laugh and joke, I tease...

We talk about who engages in mansplaining and we speculate as to why they do it.  Tiffany Trautman came to me with a subject that affects her life and the life of many women. Mansplaining is often mansplained away, but not today. Tiffany is a copywriter and an all-around tough little woman who has been a guest and/or co-host on my show many times. * If you'd like to support The Comin' Home Podcast...

Exposure to people of other cultures destroys myths that lead to racism. We talk about that and other hilarious topics. Eirik Sørvik and Anthony Kalinde are both Norwegian standup comedians. * If you'd like to support The Comin' Home Podcast With John Alan, you can do that at one of the links here: https://patron.podbean.com/JohnAlan https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnalanpod https://paypal.me/johna...

Survivors of human trafficking are not to be written off as useless in the fight against the trauma that traffickers have put these victims through. They are the specialists, they can do much when it comes to preventive work, and they are the best advocates for current survivors and victims of human trafficking. I am quite honored to have spoken with Sara Pestana during this in-depth conversation...

Shana Betz is from my small town in Ohio, she had a rough childhood, and her mother coordinated a drug-running ring in Florida... but in spite of all of that, she didn't quit. She is a successful Hollywood actor, writer, and director. Listen to this episode and be inspired. Shana Betz is a director and writer, known for Free Ride (2013), Haunting of the Mary Celeste (2020), and Girls! Girls! Girls...

Lone Nikolaisen traded her typical Norwegian life for the greater challenge of life as a Norwegian coastal fisherman living on the island of Røst. We go into her joy and her struggle as a fisherman, as well as some deep talk about self-care in times of pain and overwhelming challenge. Røst is a small island municipality in Nordland county, Norway. Lone is the focus of an Italian documentary called...

Rob Daniels is the author of BEYOND THE MIC. He is a radio show host and voiceover artist in Canada. You can buy his book HERE. * If you'd like to support The Comin' Home Podcast With John Alan, you can do that at one of the links here: https://patron.podbean.com/JohnAlan https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnalanpod https://paypal.me/johnalanpod More info and my blog are here at https://johnalanpod.co...

Heroin addiction took my son. How do I deal with that? Here is the newspaper article that I refer to in this episode. CLICK HERE * If you'd like to support The Comin' Home Podcast With John Alan, you can do that at one of the links here: https://patron.podbean.com/JohnAlan https://www.buymeacoffee.com/johnalanpod https://paypal.me/johnalanpod More info and my blog are here at https://johnalanpod.c...

I have found that I am often pulled towards those who live their lives with a mixture of ambition, empathy, and purpose. Tommy Garry is one of those people. He is an account executive at Freight Farms, a leading hydroponic farming company based in Boston. Have a listen to this episode. Your direct impression of this conversation will describe it better than I ever could here. "Uplifting" is the ke...

Have you ever fasted? Have you ever completed a dry fast? I recently completed a 60 hour dry fast, which was my first fast in about 18 months. I am not a doctor or a medical expert, but I am an expert on my own body. Check out this episode and see how I lasted for 60 hours with no food or water. My friends on social media asked me to do an episode where I sum up my experience on this recent fast,...

I talk with Bob Clendenin about his work on the comedy web series "Vice Force Action Squad". Find it here . We also discuss his thoughts on finding a comfortable place in Hollywood while facing ruthless competition. Bob has an interesting perspective on the importance of staying grounded and true to his convictions and goals within acting and entertainment, and on how to handle debate with people...

Rob Yarber is an actor, writer, professional bartender, and bartender instructor. He also has a top-rated blog. His path through life has taken him from the USA to Norway, to Ireland, and now to Greece. For Rob, movement is growth. Listen to this episode to find out the why and the how. Find out more about Rob Yarber at robdoesitall.com * If you'd like to support The Comin' Home Podcast With John...

Wiley and I talk about our experiences as NCAA football athletes, personal health and nutrition, mental health and issues of identity for ourselves and our children. We laugh a lot during this conversation, but there are also a few unexpected and deep revelations. Wiley Wiggins is a Florida State alum with a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. He currently works at Haliburton. * If you'd like to sup...

Why do we so often feel that we need to change our path in life, or that we aren't worthy of the very goals we have created for ourselves? Merete Vold and I talk about how, very often, the solution to stagnation in life is a more focused infusion of who we are, and a self-provided reaffirmation of what we stand for. This podcast episode left me inspired and highly motivated to continue my work! Me...

Now that we have Juneteenth as a Federal Holiday in the United States, I present the following question: Do black Americans suffer from a so-called Victim Mentality, or does American history show that black Americans are capable navigators of what I call a "Victim Reality". Which is the most true and relevant representation of black America today? I say "Happy Juneteenth" to you all, but I talk ab...

Los Angeles/Hollywood and its inhabitants are not like everyone thinks... usually. Eric Ernst and I talk about his journey from Florida to Los Angeles, and the making of his comedy web series "Vice Force Action Squad", which he wrote and directed. Eric and I also give our slightly conflicting opinions on Louis CK and his return to standup comedy. Eric Ernst is a director, writer, script coordinato...

My friend and fellow comedian Anthony Kalinde suggested that I have someone come on my show and put me in the guest chair for a revealing interview. Eirik Sørvik was the best choice for that task. He asked me about all things "ME", and I was willing to share my story. Everyone has a story. When people ask, be ready to share it. Opening up to such inquiry can be a challenge, but it can also feel pr...

Ross Leppala and I discuss his inspiring journey from deep depression during the summer before he started seventh grade when he nearly took his own life, to his solid life now as a Coach for Reactive Training Systems who shares his positivity and strengths with over forty clients and thousands of people on social media. Self Care never ends. We are pieces of art that are in constant change and whi...