Stripped

I sit down to talk with Jawell Faggins and discuss everything from his mother abandoning him and his family at a young age to his relationship with his father. We also talk about his views on religion, focusing on his dissolved relationship with two churches that were close to his heart and how so much of our lives come down simply to the choices that we make.

To start off the new year we chat with Brian Damor about his life growing up in New Jersey, his relationship with his parents, and how he has delved into creating his own comic, The Brain of Brian. We close the show with some fun banter.   Shownotes The Brain of Brian Instagram

We have another conversation with Bryan Gordon about his time in the Army, what drives him to be a person who rocks the boat, and we even delve in his interest in Stoicism and family issues that he's had. Shownotes Episode #18 Bryan Gordon

Today we sit down with photographer David Strange, discussing how he became interested in photography, his evolution over the years, and some of the more technical aspects of the art form.   Shownotes David Strange Instagram David Strange Email: davidstrangeart@gmail.com

Today in a role reversal, Syard Evans interviews host Devon Bowers about his life, the creation of the Stripped podcast, and what he's learned from doing the podcast.

We talk to Kevin Mackinen about his life of volunteering, from how he began to volunteer, what has driven him in both the past and present to help, as well as the ups and downs of being a full-time volunteer.

We chat with Lily Vajgrt about her recently coming out as transgender, their familial relationships, battling with alcoholism, and how they realized that they were transgender.

Today we talk to PhD Candidate/Doctoral Fellow and founding member of the Center for Communist Studies, Ben Stahnke, about growing up poor, how being in the Army Reserves grew and solidified his anti-war views, and the legacy he wants to leave for his children. Shownotes Center For Communist Studies

After a months long haitus, we finally return and sit down with Bryan Gordon to discuss his time in the Army and really focus on the themes of integrity and suffering for doing the right thing.

We change things up today and have a group discussion discussing a variety of topics from relationships to friendships to music.

We sit down with Em Catherine today to discuss a variety of topics from her life, from the bullying she endured as a young child to embracing her sexuality, her growing political views, and the politics of her town.

Today we chat with Kris about their autism and neurodivergency, political views and evolution, and gender identity.

Today we sit down again with musician Freddie Bourne to discuss his music, life, and new show Lifestyles After Dark Shownotes Episode #11: Freddie Bourne Freddie Bourne Music Freddie Bourne Twitter   Freddie Bourne Spotify Lifestyles After Dark - YouTube  

Today we chat with activist and former Green Party VP candidate Angela Walker about her life, her love of trucks, and her infatuation with vampire novels.

Today we chat with activist Jasmine Banks about growing up in an abusive household, discovering her sexuality and polyamory, and growing up birracial.

We chat with musician Freddie Bourne today about his life, revolving around the idea of being authentic, and his familial relationships.   Shownotes   Freddie Bourne Music Freddie Bourne Twitter   Freddie Bourne Spotify    

Today we chat with Brad Turner about his life, primarily regarding his struggles with alcohol and drug abuse and how he overcame them.

In the first interview of the new year, I talk to Zachary Alan about the death of loved ones, growing up, and what it means to be a man.

I sit down and talk with writer and poet Jacob Klein about his upbringing, struggles with depression and ADD, the evolution of his political views, and his love of writing.

Today we interview writer Michael Swifte about his working experience and how it plays into his politics, his passion for the environment and biking, and how he became involved in alternative media.   Shownotes   Michael Swifte Twitter We Suspect Silence

We sit down with writer Sean Posey to discuss his life growing up in Ohio, how he came into writing and journalism, and some of the books that he's written. As always, our intro and outro is by our friend SnoGhost. (https://snoghost.bandcamp.com/) Shownotes Lost Youngstown Historic Theaters of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley

Today we chat with Reese Charleswell about her upbringing centered around solitude, work in the healthcare system, and how her drive for independence has shaped her life.

We have a discussion with Chelsea Rustad revolving around family, the idea of who can and should be in your life, dealing with toxic individuals, and how to move forward. As always, our intro and outro music is by SnoGhost.

I sit down with Syard Evans, CEO of the Arkansas Support Network and an Advisory Board member to the Hampton Institute to discuss her life and how race, poverty, parenting, and work have affected and changed not just her, but her family and her world. As always, our intro and outro is by our friend SnoGhost. (https://snoghost.bandcamp.com/)

Today I'm chatting with author, hospitality worker, and matchmaker Kelly Ann Gonzales. (https://www.kellyanngonzales.com/) We talk about how her writing is in many ways a reflection of her own past experiences, the ways in which matchmaking has influenced her own relationships, and how the politics and emotional costs of working in the hospitality industry.   As always, our intro and outro is by our friend SnoGhost. (https://snoghost.bandcamp.com/)

In the inaugural episode of Stripped, I talk to Andrew Gavin Marshall, a friend of mine and a 33 year old independent writer and researcher based out of Canada. Shownotes SnoGhost EmpireandEconomics.com