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A weekly podcast for the curious and introspective. NY comedian Gary Levitt dives deep to discuss the things that matter most to each of his guests. We hear from psychologists, comedians, philosophers, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs, anyone who has som

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    • Apr 18, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h 19m AVG DURATION
    • 95 EPISODES


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    Ep94 Reinventing Yourself with James Altucher

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 84:17


    James Altucher is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, venture capitalist, podcaster and now, a standup comedian. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies. He has published 20 books, and is a contributor to publications including The Financial Times and The Huffington Post. I talk with him about reinventing yourself, investments, standup comedy, raising children, marriage and more. https://jamesaltucher.com/——-Leave a Reviewhttps://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the showmailto:thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitthttp://garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Momentshttp://future-moments.comIntro music by Setting Sunhttps://settingsun.bandcamp.comTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep93 Effective Altruism with Chris Corliss

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2019 57:14


    Effective Altruism ( https://www.effectivealtruism.org ) is about answering one simple question: how can we use our resources to help others the most? I talk to Chris Corliss about the philosophy and movement that it is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep92 Road Life with Comedian Paul Hooper

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 86:20


    Ever spent days, weeks, months or most of the year on the road traveling gig to gig? Comedian Paul Hooper has been doing that for years. He performs at places and towns I wouldn't even wanna visit, let alone try to entertain. Good chat about road life, different audiences, sobriety and more. Check out Paul at http://www.paulhoopercomedy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep91 NYC Public Defender Kristin Bruan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2019 49:50


    Ever wonder what it's like being a public defender in one of the roughest areas of the USA? I talk to Kristin Bruan who's been one in the Bronx NY for 13 years. It's a gruesome job, so if you have thin skin beware this episode may not be for you.——-Leave a Reviewhttps://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the showmailto:thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitthttp://garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Momentshttp://future-moments.comIntro music by Gary's band Setting Sunhttps://settingsun.bandcamp.comTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep90 Paid Sex Work With Kaytlin Bailey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2019 52:31


    She was a former sex worker who started qt the age of 17. Now she has a job as the Director of Communications at Decriminalize Sex Work. She's also a comedian and performer. Check her out at: http://kaytlinbailey.com/.or Twitter at https://twitter.com/KaytlinBailey-----Leave a Reviewhttps://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the showmailto:thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitthttp://garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Momentshttp://future-moments.comIntro music by Gary's band Setting Sunhttps://settingsun.bandcamp.comTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep89 Rabbi Mordechai Lightstone - Religion, TED Talks & Futurism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2019 75:21


    Gary talks to Rabbi Mordechai Lightstone. Social outreach organizer @Chabad. Founder @myTechTribe. and TED Resident about Judaism, religion, the future and more! Visit Mordechai at https://twitter.com/Mottel——-Leave a Reviewhttps://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the showmailto:thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitthttp://garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Momentshttp://future-moments.comIntro music by Gary's band Setting Sunhttps://settingsun.bandcamp.comTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep88 From Ukraine to NYC - Adventures with Boris Khaykin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2019 63:00


    I talk to comedian and writer Boris Khaykin about emigrating to the US from Ukraine when he was 7 and how his parents managed coming here with no jobs or money to build a better life for their family. We also talk standup comedy and writing of course. Visit Boris here: http://boriskhaykin.com/——-Leave a Reviewhttps://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the showmailto:thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitthttp://garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Momentshttp://future-moments.comIntro music by Gary's band Setting Sunhttps://settingsun.bandcamp.comTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep87 Musician and RISK! Podcast Producer JC Cassis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2019 85:35


    As an independent artist you end up learning a lot of skills you never thought you'd need to know. I talked to musician and RISK! podcast producer JC Cassis about her music and how as an independent artist she learned some of those skills and used them to help grow the RISK! podcast to over 1 million listeners per month. Check her out here: https://jccassis.com Hear her new track Christmas is Bullshit at the end of this episode.——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep86 Facing Life Head On With Comedian Carolyn Castiglia

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 65:51


    Carolyn Castiglia is a stand-up comedian known for her hilarious riffing, crowd work and wild storytelling. Carolyn has appeared on VH1, MTV2, Comedy Central, NBC, We TV, Lifetime, as a talking head on HLN, and more.She's dealt with tragedy, hardships and joy head on. Hear the fun and energetic Carolyn Castiglia talk about her upbringing and current life. Check her out here: http://www.comediancarolyn.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep85 From Architecture to Comedy with Aaron Kominos-Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 66:49


    He graduated Cornell University with a degree in architecture, only to give it up to pursue a career in standup comedy. Hear me talk with Aaron Kominos-Smith about that and other crazy decisions. Check him out at: http://funnyaaron.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep 84 Daniel Perafan talks Comedy, Depression, and a 2nd Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2018 64:25


    Daniel J Perafan is a hilarious standup comedian. Hear him open up about depression, a suicide attempt, and his dedication to the art and process of comedy Check him out on Twitter https://twitter.com/DanielJPerafan/——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep83 Filmmaker Savannah Rodgers - her Ted Talk, coming out, and filmmaking!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2018 55:08


    Savannah Rodgers is a narrative and documentary filmmaker based out of NYC and Kansas City. She is currently a TED Resident, an Adobe Project 1324 award recipient, a Narrative Shorts Programmer at the Slamdance Film Festival, and serves on the Board of Directors of Film Society KC. In 2018, she was recognized with the Spirit Award by Kansas City Women in Film and Television. We talk about growing up in Kansas, coming out to her parents and community, her upcoming Ted Talk, and the art, process and motivation behind her filmmaking. Check her out here: http://www.savannahrodgers.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep82 AJ Jacobs - My Life as an Experiment w/ Radical Honesty, Gratitude & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 69:07


    A.J. Jacobs is an author, journalist, lecturer and human guinea pig. He's written four New York Times bestsellers that combine memoir, science, humor and a dash of self-help. We have a fun and enlightening conversation about radical honesty, gratitude, tools for life and marriage. A.J.'s new book "Thanks a Thousand" just came out where he embarks on an adventure to thank every single person involved in producing his morning cup of coffee. Check him out here: https://ajjacobs.com/——-Email the showLeave a ReviewHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep81 Comedy, Guns, Australia, and Psychology with Sam Kissajukian

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2018 77:23


    Australian comedian Sam Kissajukian sold out 26 shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and has toured all over the place, I caught up with him for lovely conversation about comedy, Australians, The hard living of NYC, self improvement and psychology. Check him out here: http://www.samkissaju.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep80 Dashing into Danger on 9/11 with Comedian & Photojournalist PJ Landers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2018 103:56


    On 9/11 PJ Landers was in NYC, but instead of running from the danger, he ran into the rubble to help rescue people. After that he got a police scanner and a camera to became a photojournalist eager to be the first on the scene of a crime or fire. Check out PJ here: http://www.mrpjlanders.com/ Mentioned in the episode: his photojournalism http://spotnewsvideo.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep79 Cultural Perspectives and Positivity with Comedian Reem Edan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2018 53:31


    Reem Edan is a first-generation Iraqi-American comedian, writer and actor. We talk about vision boards, growing up in the Middle East and Colorado, Islam, religion and a slew of other taboo topics you're not supposed to talk about. Check her out at: https://www.reemedan.com/——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep77 The Psychology of the Elderly and Current Affairs with Psychotherapist / Photographer Herb Bardavid

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2018 69:07


    This week I talked to psychotherapist and photographer Herb Bardavid about his project Getting Old and Getting Out where he photographs the elderly of NYC and gets them to tell their stories. We also get into the psychology of marriage, relationships, and some solutions to common problems. There's a lot of wisdom in this episode. Check out Herb at: https://www.herbbardavid.com/——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep76 Crafting Comedy and Perspective with Nick Vatterott

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2018 114:43


    It's a re-post of one of my favorite episodes,(recorded 11/17/15), with Nick Vatterott! (Conan, Fallon, Comedy Central) There's so much comedy in this episode. A joyful and fun one. We do take on some serious topics like how do we solve all the worlds problems? Maybe it starts with being decent to your waiter? Also, I play a song that Snoop Dogg hasn't heard before but loves... Fun episode! Check out Nick Vatterott here: http://www.nickvatterott.com and get his record “For Amusement Only” out now on Comedy Central Records.Co-hosted by Matthew J Kaplan http://www.matthewjkaplan.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep75 Madge the Vag, solo parenting, relationships, and comedy with Julie Kottakis

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2018 76:52


    I think you'll learn from this conversation. I know I did. Julie Kottakis is a comedian, writer, former lawyer, single mom, and character actor. Her popular Madge the Vag character has more than a half of a million subscribers. Hear about her sacrifices and adventures raising a child on her own while still pursuing her passions. Check her out: at http://www.juliekottakis.com Follow her on Twitter: @theweirdjulie——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep74 Paying it forward with music attorney Matthew Kaplan ESQ

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2018 106:27


    Matthew Kaplan ESQ is a music attorney for several indie artists and labels including Bright Eyes, Conor Oberst, Ted Leo, Barsuk Records, Team Love Records, Polyvinyl Records, and many, many more. We get into it and Matthew shares some stories and wisdom about the business and his history. Matthew also sits on the Board Of Directors of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, a nonprofit charity that provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians who are struggling to make ends meet while facing illness, disability, or age-related problems.——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep73 Art and Independence with Amy Hood

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2018 78:27


    Meet Amy Hood. See her art and hear us follow the darkness in search of where it comes from. Check her out on Instagram or http://www.viscousltd.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep72 From the Navy to Comedy with Derek Humphrey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2018 82:33


    Have you ever been in the Navy during 9/11? Derek Humphrey and I have some laughs while he tells his intense story of growing up in Ohio, to serving in the Navy during 9/11, to his journey into comedy in NYC, Check him out: http://derekhumphrey.com/——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep71 Growing up in Comedy w/ Todd Montesi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2018 78:52


    You may have seen him on HBO's Crashing, or perhaps at a bar in NYC, Who is Todd Montesi? Hear about his wild upbringing and his journey in the NYC comedy scene for 20 years. Check him out: https://www.facebook.com/todd.montesi——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep70 Writing and Creating in Many Forms w/ Matt Nagin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2018 80:49


    Gary talks to writer, poet and comedian Matt Nagin about writing in its many forms, self destruction, comedy, creativity and insanity. Check him out at http://www.mattnagin.com/——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep69 A Big Life with Writer and Actor Patrick Devaney

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2018 78:11


    Gary talks with screenwriter and actor Patrick Devaney about his life on the road with bands in the 80's, how his dreams found him, and how he got sober and put that intensity to productive use. Check him out here: https://www.facebook.com/revpatrick.baileyjamesons——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep68 The Philosophy of Creating w/ Gabe Pacheco

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2018 74:39


    Gary talks to comedian and actor Gabe Pacheco about growing up in Washington DC, why he does standup, and how it's a journey of self discovery. Check Gabe out at https://www.gabepacheco.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep66 OCD and Comedy with Lance Weiss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2018 82:43


    Lance Weiss is a great comedian, actor and writer out of NYC who also wrestles with OCD. We get into it and talk about how it affects his every day and what he does to curb it. We also discuss following your dreams, comedy, politics and more. Check out Lance Weiss here: http://lanceweiss.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep65 Achieving Happiness w/ Author Jeffrey Gurian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2018 74:49


    Author and joke writer Jeffrey Gurian has a new book out called “Healing Your Heart, By Changing Your Mind: A Spiritual and Humorous Approach To Achieving Happiness”. We talk about how he cured his own severe stuttering, and the tools he teaches to help others face their fears, heal themselves and achieve happiness. Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Your-Heart-Changing-Mind-ebook/dp/B076GHG1Y4——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep64 Writer and Poet Azeem

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2018 68:34


    From mischief to creative, Azeem is now a writer, hip hop artist, and poet who began his career as a spoken word artist in the 1990's. Once ranked 2nd Best Slam Poet in the nation, Azeem went on to release 6 critically acclaimed Hip Hop albums, was named Best Rapper in the Bay Area in 2004 and has toured 25 different countries with his work. We talked about how and why he went from committing crimes to being creative. Check him out here: http://www.thepoetazeem.com/ ——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Entrepreneur Cosmo Jones PT2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2018 68:19


    A child actor on NBC turned musician, turned entrepreneur who's started so many businesses I've lost count. Cosmo Jones has some stories to tell and some lessons to parlay. This is Part 2 of 2. Check him out here: https://www.facebook.com/cosmojones——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep63 Entrepreneur Cosmo Jones PT1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2018 55:52


    A child actor on NBC turned musician, turned entrepreneur who's started so many businesses I've lost count. Cosmo Jones has some stories to tell and some lessons to parlay. This is Part 1 of 2. Check him out here: https://www.facebook.com/cosmojones——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep62 Adventurer Adonis Pina

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2018 84:07


    Adonis lived on the streets of NYC, he walked 200 miles through the desert, he's worked a million jobs and lived a thousand lives. Hear his story and get inspired. Say hi to Adonis here.——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep61 Betsy Capes of Capes Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2018 95:43


    (From July 2016) Betsy Capes from Capes Coaching visits and shares the wisdom and tools she teaches to help you achieve your creative goals. Matt and Gary get vulnerable with some valuable therapy and quickly learn how they're in their own way. Capes Coaching has earned its reputation as an industry leader by presenting a radically different way of approaching artistic careers, benefitting thousands of actors, artists, and creative professionals. Capes Coaching's mission is to empower actors and artists by providing them with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to take control of their careers.——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep60 Comedy and SJW'ing with Alison Klemp

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2018 67:54


    I talk to comedian Alison Klemp about her controversies, comedy, being called an SJW and what she does to tame the rage. Check her out here: http://www.alisonklemp.com——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep59 - Comedian and 9/11 First Responder Scotty Levell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2018 75:45


    It's a heavy one. I talk to 9/11 first responder, anesthetist and comedian Scotty Levell about his experience helping out in the rubble of ground zero, being an anesthetist and how much compartmentalization is healthy. Check Scotty out here: https://www.instagram.com/comedycommune or https://m.facebook.com/comedycommuneNYC——-Leave a ReviewEmail the showHosted by Gary LevittSponsored by Future MomentsIntro music by Gary's band Setting SunTheme Song by Gary w/ a sample from David Bowie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep58 Psychologist Candice Crawford, LMHC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2018 70:33


    It's my former therapist on my podcast! I talk to Candice Crawford, LMHC about psychology, treating clients, how it affects her life, plus she tells me I'm not crazy! You can find her here: https://www.claritymentalwellness.comLeave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep57 Clairsentience and Spirit Sensing w/ Jeff Padovani

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2018 94:33


    Imagine being clairsentient, to be able to sense energy, touch and feelings from spirits in the room. Musician and entrepreneur Jeff Padovani talks about this ability he's had since he was 3. Visit Jeff here: https://www.mondaychangeseverything.comLeave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep56 Homeless to Hopeful with Tiana Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2018 73:16


    Writer, comedian and musician Tiana Miller finished high school while living in her car. Hear her story of addiction, MS, a stroke and creativity. Follow Tiana on Twitter @TianaTheGoblinEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://future-moments.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep55 Sheriff Bob Saidenberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2018 76:24


    This week I talk to Greenwich Village music scene veteran, the “Sheriff of Good Times”, Bob Saidenberg. Hear about his experiences from the 1950's to now. Get inspired by his passion for life, love, and adventure. Check him out here: http://www.sheriffunclebob.com/Email the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comGary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments:http://future-moments.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep54 Usama Siddiquee's Tour of India

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2018 66:43


    I talked to Usama Siddiquee who just returned from a comedy tour in India. We hear about some wild experiences and learn about the blossoming of standup comedy in India. Check him out here: http://www.usamastandsup.com/Leave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep53 Comedian Sabrina Piper

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2018 83:41


    Comedian Sabrina Piper talks about comedy and growing up in a conservative Jewish household with a mom who's also a standup comedian. Check her out here: https://www.sabrinapiper.com/email the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comGary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments:http://future-moments.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep52 A Formative Experience with Comedian Jay Welch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2018 111:45


    This week I talk to NYU law school graduate turned standup comedian Jay Welch. Jay shares a formative experience that changed his career trajectory from lawyer to standup comedian. Check Jay out on youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/user/jaywelchcomedyemail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comGary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments:http://future-moments.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep51 NYPD Sgt. Bill Cannon

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2018 102:06


    This week I talk to 27 year NYC Police Sergeant Bill Cannon about his time patrolling the city streets, his experience as a 9/11 first responder and his experiences as a supervisor for the homicide detective squad. Prepare yourself. It's a gritty one! Bill is now an actor and comedian. Check him out here: https://twitter.com/sgtcannon676Leave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep50 A Formative Experience w/ Justin Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2018 65:33


    Gary talks to comedian Justin Williams about growing up in hotel rooms, moving from the inner city to the suburbs, and always being the new kid in school. It's a good one. Check out Justin: https://justinwilliamscomedy.com/ or follow him on Twitter @JustinwcomedyLeave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep49 A Formative Experience w/ Atheer Yacoub

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2018 67:24


    Gary talks to NY based comedian Atheer Yacoub about growing up in Alabama as a Muslim Palestinian woman, and how things changed for her after 9/11. Check out Atheer: http://www.atheeryacoub.com or follow her on Twitter @AtheerYacoub Leave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep48 A Formative Experience w/ Courtney Fearrington

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2018 85:47


    Gary talks to NY based comedian Courtney Fearrington about his time in the military, getting caught up in guns and violence, and what happened that transformed him into the person he is today. Check Courtney out on Twitter @bigccomedyLeave a Review: https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/FutureMomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep47 KinkedIn's Luke Krafka

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2017 65:35


    I talk to Kinkedin founder Luke Krafka about his upcoming community and app. Hear how his religious upbringing informed his current motivation. Check out Kinkedin here: http://www.trykinkedin.comEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.comProduced with apps by:http://future-moments.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep46 Kevin Allison returns!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2016 85:12


    Gary talks to Kevin Allison (RISK! Podcast, The State) about Vipassana, the 10 day silent meditation retreat Kevin had just returned from. It's a totally free retreat you can find info here: https://www.dhamma.org Also, check out the RISK! Podcast and Kevin Allison here: https://twitter.com/TheKevinAllisonEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.comProduced with apps by:http://future-moments.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep45 James Altucher

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2016 67:02


    James Altucher is our guest! James is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He's made millions, he's lost millions, and he's gained a lot of wisdom along the way. Check him out: http://www.jamesaltucher.comLeave a Review:https://itun.es/us/c4pK9.cEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comHosted by Gary Levitt: http://www.garygarylevitt.comSponsored by Future Moments: http://appstore.com/futuremomentsIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep44 Betsy Capes of Capes Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2016 95:43


    Betsy Capes from Capes Coaching visits us and shares wisdom and tools she teaches to help you achieve your creative goals. Matt and Gary get vulnerable with some valuable therapy and quickly learn how they're in their own way. Capes Coaching has earned its reputation as an industry leader by presenting a radically different way of approaching artistic careers, benefitting thousands of actors, artists, and creative professionals. Capes Coaching's mission is to empower actors and artists by providing them with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to take control of their careers. Check them out: http://www.capesco.com Listen on iTunes: https://itun.es/i6h33Xv Email the show: thegaryhour@gmail.com Intro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.com Produced with Apps by: http://future-moments.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Ep43 Griffin Newman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2016 92:33


    We talk to actor and comedian Griffin Newman about working on the show Vinyl with Martin Scorsese, Studying improv as a child in a performing arts camp. Lots of laughs and a good conversation. Check out Griffin here: https://twitter.com/GriffLightningEmail the show: thegaryhour@gmail.comIntro music by Setting Sun: https://settingsun.bandcamp.comProduced with apps by Future Moments:http://future-moments.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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