Hanging with Humans

Episode 32: “A peaceful heart” Thomas Volmer, 59 Colorado City, CO (recorded 06/03/2026) Watching someone solve daily life without electricity or running water changes how you think about “resilience.”  What a humbling conversation that I had with Tom. Some of the conversation revolves around things like childhood loss, complicated family dynamics, adult ADHD showing up late, and the weird relief...

Episode 31: "Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless." Christie Geahlen, 40 Pueblo, CO Recorded: 05/11/2026 While walking along the Pueblo Riverwalk, I stumbled into one of the rawest conversations I’ve had yet. I met Christie, a Kentucky native sitting alone with a hospital bracelet on her wrist and bags at her feet. What followed was the kind of st...

Episode 30: "Man in the Mirror" Bradley Richard, 42 Williston, ND Recorded 12/30/2024 What do you do after you’ve already walked through fire? We close the season 2 with a conversation that’s equal parts confession and compass, sitting with Bradley as he traces a path from early rebellion and first heartbreak to a string of devastating losses that fed a brutal addiction—and the moment he...

Episode 24: "Wordly things" Loddie, 29 Atlanta, Ga In this conversation with Loddie, we explore the winding path that led him from aspiring photographer to Atlanta's up-and-coming custom grill maker. He takes us through the pivotal moments that shaped his journey – from spending his last $400 on a Canon camera, which he used during his filming with Lil Baby. The conversation dives d...

Episode 26: “Modern Day Robin Hood” Jason Wheeler, 47 San Bernardino, CA • Green River, UT • Denver, CO • Pikes Peak, CO What started as casual conversation on a cross-country trip quickly revealed something bigger: two strangers headed to Los Angeles to visit their sisters and see Kendrick Lamar & SZA. That chance meeting turned into an unlikely friendship—and a story worth telling. Jason’s e...

Episode 29: "How to Heal a Broken System" Alejandro Soto, 32 Pikes Peak, Co What started as a pre interview: became the podcast itself. From the streets of Sinaloa to the cells of Colorado's prison system, Alejandro's life story reads like a harrowing thriller – except every word is painfully true. Arriving in America at age 11 without knowing how to read or write in any langua...

Episode 28: "The story of Jeremiah & Kimber" Jeremiah Lowrie, 44 Helena, Mt What happens when the systems designed to protect children fail? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, I welcome Jeremiah, a father locked in a years-long custody battle that exposes troubling flaws in our family court system. Jeremiah shares his journey as a dedicated father to eight-year-old Kimber, desc...

My Pre-Interview Process A day before—sometimes the day of—the podcast, I carve out several hours to sit with my guest in complete intimacy. No cameras, no microphones, just my notebook and two humans sharing a space. With nothing but curiosity and a pen, I guide my guest through their story, capturing the raw details that will become our roadmap. We explore the emotional landscape, identify the m...

Episode 27: "Second Chances" Thomas Egbert, 55 Helena, MT What happens when your entire life is ripped away by a justice system that fails you? Tom's story offers a raw look at resilience in the face of catastrophic injustice. At just 21 years old, Tom watched his promising career as a lead auto technician crumble when he was wrongfully convicted and sentenced to 20 years in prison...

Episode 25: "From the $hadows With Love" Quie Los Angeles, CA What defines real success in the music industry? Quie joins me from the Velvet Room in Los Angeles to share his remarkable journey from New Orleans to becoming an independent artist carving his own path. Quie opens up about his childhood in Louisiana, where gunshots were a nightly soundtrack. With a Trinidadian mother who inst...

Episode 22: “Redemption comes in many forms” Chris Langer, 42 Glendive, MT (Video episode) https://youtu.be/B0ZWRhYLkeo?si=jrGP__CHD6kC-frd Have you ever wondered if someone can truly recover after decades of trauma, addiction, and incarceration? Chris Langer's powerful story proves that transformation is not only possible—it's within reach for anyone willing to do the work. At just four...

Episode 22: "Hughston, we have No Problems" Hughston Heen, 9 The Bakken, ND Full video episode: https://youtu.be/l8k2Tb5kb6M?si=_clGmaO266JFQTq1 Nine-year-old Houston shares insights on his life growing up on a ranch, his hobbies, and family dynamics before turning the tables to interview host RJ Ferreira in this heartwarming conversation. Music by Quie Support the show Contact & Inf...

Episode 20: “Melancholy melodies” Sam Ames, 37 Glendive, Mt (Recorded: 12/27/24) On this episode of the Hanging with Humans podcast, we sit down with Sam Ames, who shares her captivating life story rooted in the musical beats of Alberton, Montana.  Growing up surrounded by melodies, from her father's youthful triumph at the gong show to the vibrant tunes played by his mother in local bars, Sa...

Episode 18: “Church on a Sunday” Autumn Hudson, 35 Grand Junction, Co Recorded 12/15/24 A three-day tattoo session with Autumn Hudson might sound bold, but it's just another chapter in our nearly decade-long friendship. Autumn, who grew up in the remote landscapes of Manhattan, Montana, shares her journey of creativity and solitude. Together, Our conversation dives into high school memories o...

Episode 19: “Baptized by fire” Donna Daniel, 49 Glendive, MT Recorded: 12/19/24 Imagine uncovering a family mystery hidden within the pages of a family Bible—that's just the beginning of Donna Daniel's extraordinary life story.  Donna joins us to share her journey from being adopted for $500 before birth, to discovering that her biological mother might have been a close family member. He...

Episode 15: "The first flight" Remington Shideler, 30 Glendive, MT I would like to thank Remington for making the effort to make his away across the state. To come record a podcast here in my home. Remington is about as "strong & silent" as that type can be. I am a firm believer in a few things. One is you never judge a book by it's cover. And two, Think before you say...

Episode 17: "The little pieces" Jorge Pantoja, 33 Grand Junction, Co Meet Jorge Pantoja, A young man from Mexico, who is also my Lyft driver (2nd one I've interviewed on the podcast) whose journey from Palacio Durango to Grand Junction, Colorado, is nothing short of inspiring.  In this episode of Hanging with Humans, Jorge takes us through the pivotal moments of his childhood, the c...

Episode 16:"Different Battles, Common Ground" Bakhtiar Talash , 38 Sacramento, CA My lyft driver turned guest, Was kind enough to sit down with me in Old Sacramento.  - It had been 6 years since being back in Cali, what a way to end the trip. (btw) Sorry I didn't get a chance to make it Modesto, Will be returning early 2025 for two weeks, To record a few Podcast with some peeps back...

Episode 5: "From the cradle to the grave" Marcos Diaz,  33 Helena, MT Full video episode: https://youtu.be/CAPKugilNOY In this episode, I sat down and talked with a really good friend of mine Marcos Diaz. (In my living room)  We grew up together in the same place, and yet our lives went in very different directions. We talked extensively about what it’s like growing up in the 209.  Marco...

Episode 4:  "A line in the sand" Zoë Sanders,  24 Helena, MT Full video episode: https://youtu.be/vUXdHLk9ciU In this episode I sat down and talked with one of my best friends Zoë Sanders. I've known Zoë for many years, but I never knew much about her past. We talk about her journey over from South Africa to the United States. Where she grew up in the religious group Jehovah's...

Episode 3:  "Hurt people, Hurt people." Baylie Flynn, 25 Helena, MT In this episode, I talk with Baylie Flynn. This was the first episode done in the alternate recording space. It was chill vibes. Baylie has become a good friend of mine over this last year. She is a super smart and strong willed individual with a heart of gold, haha. She has also been helping me out on the Podcast pretty...

Episode 2: "Let's go to work" Edgar Barreto,  CSCS, RSCC,  Boston Red Sox Helena, MT   Recorded: 03/23/23 Full video episode: https://youtu.be/M0Bw6z2pWXQ https://fgcuathletics.com/sports/baseball/roster/edgar-barreto/2 http://baseballstrength.org/edgar-barreto-cscs-rscc-boston-red-sox/ In this episode, I talk with Edgar Barreto, Former Assistant Major League Strength & Conditio...

This Is the official Introductory first episode of the Hanging with Humans podcast. Episode One: "Rjeezy meets the KatyCats" St Paul's United Methodist Church Helena, Mt Full video episode: https://youtu.be/AhTWcbbrYhc First one! I decided to make my first public speaking event, my first official published podcast episode. The point of this "Motivational" presentation was...