For Pete's Sake

Lynn and Glenn share some sad news. Links: https://ccals.org/donate/ https://als-ny.org/ https://www.eatonfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Peter-Alberding https://www.youtube.com/@uuneedhamservices/streams

Pete talks about his options, including Invasive Breathing Support and VSED. Pete also discusses the Frontline documentary entitled "The Suicide Tourist", available here:  https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/suicidetourist/

Pete and Glenn listen to some listener voicemails.

Pete offers some pearls of wisdom to a weary traveler.

The challenges Pete is facing keep getting more difficult.

Pete and Glenn check the voicemail box and find some nice messages from friends! Check out Pete's guitars: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWmRwqnFM6y/?img_index=2&igsh=MW1qdGhnNWRiOWFsOQ==

We unearth a song Pete wrote for a friend after losing a bet.

Pete and Glenn reflect on last week's conversation with Mitch Albom. Mitch's Podcast: https://www.mitchalbom.com/tuesday-people/ 60 Minutes covering the Have Faith Haiti orphanage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQN_vCInkzs

Pete and Glenn are joined by a very special guest - author, sports journalist, and philanthropist Mitch Albom, who shares his memories of Morrie and how his perspective on ALS has evolved over the years.

Pete and Glenn talk about how he's spending his time (watching lots of basketball!) and what we're looking forward to. Here's a post about Pete's visit with the Phillips Exeter Basketball team: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVoZKbSlIgg/?igsh=Yzl1bzE2dmNjaTNj

Pete and Glenn reflect on some things they're grateful for.

Glenn and Pete interview their mutual friend Rich and reflect on their experiences together.

Glenn and Pete reflect on kids, parenting, watching them grow up, and worrying about the world they will inherit.

Pete provides a health update and shares stories about what's bringing him down, and what's bringing him up. Compassionate Care - https://ccals.org/

Pete's friend Mike joins to reflect on their journey together.

Glenn's brother Mitch joins the pod to ask Pete questions spanning a range of topics.

The long-awaited interview with Pete and his wife Lynn.

Pete's good friend Adam joins us to share his story.

Pete and Glenn revisit the topic of finance, discussing how most people exhibit psychological tendencies that can bias their financial decision making. Show notes: * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Kahneman

In a special video interview, Pete and Glenn look back on the past year through the lens of Spotify Wrapped for Creators. Pete also interviews Glenn about what motivated him to start this interview project. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/z3a6Qh0lxpA

Pete and Glenn discuss how they're looking forward to the upcoming Christmas holiday and enjoying family traditions.

Dan Cavalletto is a dog trainer and animal behaviorist who has been working with Pete and his dog Moose to anticipate Pete's evolving needs and train Moose to meet them. You can learn more about Dan and the services he provides at https://cavcanine.com/

Mike is Pete's middle kid. He and Pete discuss formative memories and the impact of Pete's diagnosis.

Lily is Pete's youngest kid. She and Pete discuss how her dad has impacted her and those around her, and how his diagnosis has brought the family closer together.

Pete and his son Jack discuss growing up, playing basketball, and Pete's diagnosis.