Geek Groovy

Author, Anna Pulley joins Katie and I to discuss her new book, Pivot, which she refers to as a "queer, rom-com," which has torpedoed to the top 100 books on Amazon since its release this past Tuesday. As if being an author of her fourth book wasn't enough, Anna also talks with us about her experience being an advice columnist, her journey with hearing loss, and her experiences in the world of erotica. Listener's Note: this episode is for mature audiences!

They say not to meet your heroes because you might be let down. I wholeheartedly disagree with this as I met one of my heroes in this episode, the one and only Michael Eck. Not only is Michael an accomplished musician having just been inducted into the Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame, but he is also a theater critic, writer, painter and simply put, just a damn nice guy! BE SURE to CLICK LISTEN to check out one of my favorite episodes to date!

We're Back! After a small summer hiatus we are back and better than ever with a lineup of guests that rivals the best of them! In this episode we meet interior designer, Sara Harrison who makes spaces beautiful which, of course, equates to making the world that surrounds the spaces she designs beautiful. After listening to this fantastic interview, you will find it no surprise that her tremendous positive energy finds its way into each and every design Sara creates!

Did you know you can milk a buffalo? Katie and I sure didn't. Rachel Elman O'Shea's story is most certainly one of a kind having moved from the U.S. to Singapore and now, along with her partner, running a real working buffalo farm in Laos! Be sure to check this one out!

Sierra is one of the most intelligent people I know. She should be given the enormous amount of education she has received towards becoming a doctor in psychology. Not just that but Sierra has such a positive and uplifting attitude towards life it is no wonder people go to her for guidance. Be sure to listen to this wonderful episode and prepare to have your head shrunk!

What is it like to be the leads in both Rent and Dreamgirls? Jen Hundtoft knows, having played the role of Mimi in the national touring company of Rent as well as leading the cast as Ms. Deena Jones in Dreamgirls in Los Angeles. Even more, Jen's talents and infectious personality go far beyond the stage with her inspiring life story. Be sure to listen to click "play" if you want to bring a little sunshine into your life.

Well, it's finally my turn. We have gotten a lot of requests for me to be on the interviewee side of the mic and with my milestone birthday approaching we felt this would be the best time to do it and who better to conduct the interview than Katie! This was certainly a roller coaster of an interview for me - fun, emotional, introspective, and who ever knew I would be asked what kind of food I would want to be?! I hope you enjoy listening to this interview as much as I had doing it.

Interviewing Danielle was one of the most calming, soothing, experiences of our entire run. Danielle is a mother, a wife, and the business owner of Love+Show which she calls "granny baking" full of delectable, locally sourced baked goods. Katie and I absolutely loved this show and we just know you will as well!

Our interview with Patti Eick Hutzel equates to exactly why we started this podcast - to learn about people that you sort of know but not really. Patti and I attended the same college, had a lot of the same friends, ran in the same circles but didn't really know one another. It was only through these many years on social media together we started to know each other. This was such a fascinating interview - learning about Patti being an interior designer, work flow designer, photographer, and tv show extra!

Healing. We all could us it in one way or another. Sometimes it would be nice to give ourselves over to someone to help lead us through that journey. With her selfless powers of healing, this is what Nikki Glotfelty does - helps others, help themselves. Join us in this very enlightening interview where Katie and I learned what it is to be a healer of others.

Singer/Songwriter, Julie Miller joins us this week to talk about her path from ordering a basic Walmart guitar to professional recording artist as well as spills the tea on what it's like for a 24-year-old single woman in navigating the crazy dating world that is 2022. Buckle Up!

Katie's son, 12-year-old son, Liam joins us in this week's episode. To say this was probably my favorite interview is an understatement. All things super-heroes, movies, and Superman history? Yes, yes, and yes!

Film producer, director, screenplay writer, activist, and the funniest guy I have the pleasure to be related to, my cousin, Alan Blassberg, joins us this week!

Steve Inkin may be one of the nicest guys we have ever interviewed. Hockey connoisseur, gamer, creator of packages big and small including for NASA! Do not miss this episode full of positive vibes!

Marketing genius, mother of two, independent leader and (if she still admits to it ex-girlfriend of mine), Kathleen Nolan navigates it all. How does she make it all work?! Click to find out!

Director, Actress, Playwright, Writer, and Lawyer by day, Laura Darling performs all of these ventures with aplomb and that's not all!

Commander Paul Engel, Jr. is one of the most inspiring people we have had the pleasure to interview. Serving in the U.S. Military for over 25 years, Paul is a true leader in every sense of the word. Be sure to check out his amazing conversation!

Director, Actress, Playwright, Writer, and Lawyer by day, Laura Darling performs all of these ventures with aplomb and that's not all! Click to listen to this wonderful interview!

The man, the myth, the legend, my nephew: Paul Lurie who joins us to give us the inside scoop on what it is to be a teenager in 2022. Katie and I had such a fun time with Paul and I think you will enjoy as much as we most certainly did! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bringing peace, calm, and positive energy into people's lives - this is what Karen Mosley does on a regular basis through her massage therapy and caring nature. Be sure to listen in on this amazing episode where Karen, Jeff's high school crush (lucky her), shares with us some amazing stories of her life, career, and personal journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

CEO and Founder of Three60TV, Dave Siriano joins us to talk about his media company that leans towards faith based, clean content, and what he calls the "Creepy Christian" genre. Dave also delves into his show, "The End" which has just been picked up by PureFlix as well as his ideas for the future. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The pseudo Mayor of Watertown, New York, Josh Coburn joins us to talk about what it's like to be in the real estate game in 2022, his early interest in comedy, as well as some "quality" college stories. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I shared the stage with him. I shared laughs with him. I shared life with him. Now, Ben Julian shares his life and experiences as a baseball coach mentoring young players some who could go on to the big leagues. Be sure to check out my visit with Ben which I hope you enjoy as much as I did. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Photographer, writer, published author, actress, mother, wife, demigod. Join me as I speak to Katie Cassara on this, the very first episode of Friend Request. https://www.katiecassara.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Are these topics connected? They can be but really our conversation takes an organic turn into the abyss of time travel and beyond!

From cops and robbers to the mob and serial killers. What makes us fascinated with crime shows and films? What makes a bad guy and is it bad for the bad guy to be good? Duck under the yellow tape and listen here.

It's been a few months since Wanda Maximoff graced Disney Plus with her limited series of classic tv throwbacks and town-wide spells. In this episode, we revisit this instant hit.

Besides the title, is there much more one can add to this? Artist, Filmmaker, Director, Producer, Icon...maybe there was more.

Have you ever thought to yourself, "What's so good about this movie?" "Why is it so popular?" Well, it could be that it is simply overrated. We discuss some of the most overrated movies ever...in our esteemed opinion.

Part 2 of our top five movies of all time culminating in that all important number one movie!

If you HAD to choose your top five movies of all time what would they be? This might have been our toughest podcast yet!

Mother? It puts the lotion in the basket as we discuss all facets of the horror genre.

The first of a monthly series where J and the double K discuss what they love right now - movies, tv, books, and even TikTok videos! Who do you love?

Music in movies take on a character of their own shaping a story with its strong underlying current. We discuss some of the best as well as some of our favorite movie musicals.

Some movies are timeless while others fade into the background. What movies stood the test of time and what ones didn't?

Chess. Drugs. Addiction. Love lost. Checkmate.

Those fun little cartoons of your youth have come a long way. We discuss animation in all forms - movies, tv, and online. Cartoons, they're now for everyone!

A discussion and review of the Netflix series, Rached as well as horror movie genre talk.

Ah, the immortal question: what is good and what is evil? Well, within this episode find out what makes both in movies and tv.

Books, the original form of entertainment, have been a source of enjoyment for hundreds of years. Then came movies. When you blend the two together, magic happens while other times it misses the mark. Listen in on this lively conversation.

There is so much to choose from these days to watch on TV. What's good? What's bad? Which service? So much inside this gem of an episode.

From Reservoir Dogs to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, whether you like him or now, Quentin Tarantino has single-handedly changed the face of movies forever. Take a ride into...the Tarantino-Verse!

Why is the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) so good? What is the magic formula? What's in store for the future?

Jeff and Kyle discuss classic films - what makes a classic film? What are some favorite classic films? All these answers and more, more more!

Jeff and Kyle discuss the filmography and career of Steven Spielberg.

Jeff and Kyle are joined by special guests, Guy and Mike, to discuss the best Batman's and Jokers in the annals of Batman history.

Jeff and Kyle discuss the Amazon Prime series, Hunters, starring Al Pacino.